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Goodbye

Goodbye

I waved as you left the drive. 
I heard your sweet voice… 
ever cheerful.

Hours passed. 
I did the dishes. 
I cleaned up. 
I got ready for bed. 
I received the call. 

I sat down. 
I wanted to die. 

I…

angeldaughterfamilyfarewellgrandfatherfree verse

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Jenish Somadas

December 1, 2019 at 2:29 AM

You told the untold with that silent 'I'.. Nice one Ann..

Ann Foster

December 1, 2019 at 8:51 AM

:) sometimes even poets run out of the right words... God has to fill in the rest... Merry Christmas... God give you a lovely holiday and a safe New Year! Ann

Line Gauthier

November 30, 2019 at 10:58 PM

Wow, Ann. So Poignant. I love the most effective minimalist style. A FAVE.

Ann Foster

December 1, 2019 at 8:50 AM

You are a grand poet. Thank you for your kind words. This is not my sadness, but a friends, but we have all been there. God willing no more calls for anyone until after... at least... flowers for your day... Ann

Gershon Wolf

November 30, 2019 at 8:19 PM

Perfectly, poignantly penned, Ann. Understatedly, deeply profound. Thank you. You've touched the heart. ~ No more sorrow

Ann Foster

December 1, 2019 at 8:49 AM

We must remember the goodbye... the smiles and when the call comes... know there is a heaven.... God give you a peaceful day... lazy last minute leaves falling from trees, on your way, to somewhere fun. Ann