-FOREVERMORE - POTD

His heart overflowed with tears
As he watched her sleep
She was so frail and thin now
His inner being weeped

Together and in love since teenagers
She was ninety now….he ninety two
She was dying and the end was near
They knew what they wanted to do

She opened her eyes
Met his eyes and smiled
“Cup of tea my sweet ?” he asked
“It won’t be a while”

They sipped their tea slowly
Then lay down together in their bed
He cradled her in his arms
Kissed her gently on her forehead

She whispered “ l love you and will forevermore”
He softly echoed the same words 
They kissed tenderly on the  lips
Smiling they closed their eyes….not another word was heard!

They were both gone ……
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Dietrich Avatar
November 28, 2023 at 2:57 PM
Wow to die together at the exact same time with no suffering. That would be the best way to leave one's body. Congrats on the POTD
M  Avatar
November 28, 2023 at 4:24 PM
Thankyou so much Andrea….l appreciate your thoughts! Debx
Kendrick Avatar
November 28, 2023 at 5:10 AM
In the book and movie, The Notebook" the couple did the same thing. The person who wrote the book said it was about his grandparents and was true. Thanks for sharing your work with us and for dropping by my page with congratulations on my POTD. Sara K
M  Avatar
November 28, 2023 at 8:24 AM
Thanks Sara l appreciate your comment! I have never seen the notebook have intended too but never have….so l know what l will be watching soon haha!! Debx
Canerdy Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:04 PM
CONGRATS on POTD with this deeply moving poem! Janice
M  Avatar
November 28, 2023 at 8:25 AM
Thankyou so much Janice….l appreciate your comment! Debx
Rodrigues Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 5:54 PM
Wow! Chills… Congratulations on POTD!
M  Avatar
November 28, 2023 at 8:25 AM
Awww thanks Kim….chills is good hehe!! Debx
Flood Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 3:51 PM
A situation that, while incredibly sad, will later be considered by others as romantic. How many couples would choose such a peaceful shared passing. Many, is my guess. Huge congrats on POTD, Deb.
M  Avatar
November 28, 2023 at 8:27 AM
I would Terry…cant bear the thought of being without my hubby! But not dwelling on that haha! Thankyou for sensitive Terry Congrats!! Cheers Debx
Poet Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 1:40 PM
This is incredibly touching and bittersweet. It's a beautiful story that's filled with the kind of love we often only read about. It's a love that never dies out. I really adore this. Congratulations POTD
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:49 PM
Thankyou very much Lasaad! Debx
One Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:28 AM
Back with congratulations on POTD..
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:36 AM
Thankyou SO….much appreciated! Debx
Kauffman Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 9:15 PM
Deb, congratulations on your heart rending POTD. The two literally one in life and in death. This touched a deep chord. Blessings to you!
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:46 AM
Hi Sam….happy it touched a chord and l appreciate your comment! Debx
Legros Kelley Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 7:15 PM
Congratulations on your POTD for this sensitive and beautiful poem! Seriously beautiful. My sweetheart and I have been together for so long, since marrying in our teens. We said from our earliest moments we wanted to die together and buried together in each other's arms. This poem made me cry, so sweet! You so deserved this honor!!
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:43 AM
Oh BJ thats very beautiful and exactly how l feel. I have been with my hubby since our teenage years also. Thankyou for such a beautiful comment! Debx
Hind Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 6:35 PM
Congrats on your feature! Good ending to this poem. :)
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:26 AM
Thankyou Paige…l appreciate your comment! Debx
Nicole Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 5:02 PM
Congratulations Deb, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:26 AM
Thankyou so much Brandy! Debx
Doll Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 4:09 PM
Deb, after reading this masterpiece and going thru numerous tissues. I want to congratulate you on POTD. So well deserved~ Warren
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:41 AM
WOW thats quite the compliment Warren! I really do appreciate such gracious words….Thankyou! Debx
Hawkins Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 2:07 PM
Congratulations, Deb. A perfect poem in every way, beautifully penned with an ideal departure from this world together forever. It is a more than well deserved POTD. I agree with, Daniel, it was like the lovely film "Note Book" starring, James Garner' Take care, love, Old Duck XX
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:38 AM
Aww Shirley my dearest friend….thankyou…you know how much l value your thoughts! Debx
Bowring Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 1:42 PM
Many congratulations dear Deb with POTD for this so touching poem. So delighted it’s you today with the very worthy recognition. This is such a tender read and thought provoking too. Love the title. Forevermore - forever love, forever together. Thank you for sharing. Enjoy your celebratory day. Hugs and smiles to you xx:):)
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:35 AM
You are so very lovely and kind Christina with your comment! I appreciate it….Thankyou….Debx
Sands Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 12:48 PM
Beautiful and special. Congratulations for POTD !
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:25 AM
Thats a really sweet comment Heidi….thankyou….Debx
Fowler Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 12:06 PM
Oh my sweet Deb. This is so emotional. A beautiful write sensitively written. Congratulations on the honor of POTD!! LO :)
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:29 AM
Thankyou dear sweet LO for such a lovely comment! Debx
Baker Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 10:52 AM
Congratulations on your POTD, Deb. A beautiful and emotional poem, my friend. Sara and I have always said we wanted to die together; it would be such a blessing. (Although Sara is 7 years younger than me, doesn't really seem fair to her) Enjoy your special day of recognition! Big Hugs Bill
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:28 AM
I know exactly how you feel Bill….the bond is so strong! I appreciate you my texan buddy and your kind words! Debx
Andresen Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 10:42 AM
- Congratulations on your sensitive p.o.t.d., Deb - hugs
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:24 AM
Thankyou sweet Sunshine! Debx
Rho Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 9:42 AM
Sad ?? but truly portrayed. Well deserving "poem of the day"
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:23 AM
Thankyou Uji….l appreciate your comment! Nice to meet you! Debx
Roper Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 9:23 AM
Congratulations on POTD. Hugs
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:23 AM
Hi Eve…..Thankyou so much…Debx
Buhagiar Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 8:54 AM
Worthy POTD. Congrats.
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:21 AM
Thankyou Victor…..Cuddles….Debx
Lawrence Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 8:06 AM
So sweet and sad . Beautiful and filled with the love that we read about …. One that is never extinguished! Love this ! Congratulations on POTD. Big hugs, Susan :)
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:20 AM
Its always lovely to see a comment from you Susan! Thankyou….Debx
Goldsmith Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 7:58 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. A wonderful/lovely yet sad write. This is how many would want it to be. Have a wonderful day/week writing away.................
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:19 AM
Hi sweet Paula….yes so many would like to leave this world together….me included! Thankyou…..Debx
Koplin Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 7:57 AM
Incredibly well written! Great job and congrats on your Potd!!
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:18 AM
Hi Mark….thankyou very much…l appreciate your comment! Debx
May Avatar
November 26, 2023 at 7:53 AM
A sad yet beautiful love story, Congrats on POTD Deb
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:17 AM
Thanks so much dear Joe! Debx
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