Goodbye

To lose a loved one is hard to bear
But our memories can make us smile
Sadness replaced with happier times
And the pain grows weaker in a while

Each day can bring a little relief
As we stumble to find our way
Somehow the past becomes the present
Just a little bit more each day

We remember the good times instead of the bad
For we choose for the bad times to fade
We thank God for the time that we had
And for all the memories we've made

It's hard to tell a loved one goodbye
Though we know they're simply at rest
For God watches over those who sleep
And holds them near to His chest

The angels stand guard day and night
Til the Saviour returns with a shout
He'll call all the saints who've already gone
To awake from their sleep and come out

So when you lose someone who's close
There's really no reason to mourn
For when they die in the love of God
It just means that they're only reborn
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Brown Avatar
July 8, 2011 at 11:21 AM
I enjoyed reading your amazing poetry today Larry. I hope you have a wonderful weekend filled with good health, love, laughter, and loads of inspiration. Love, Carol
Brown Avatar
June 7, 2010 at 9:36 AM
I see the weekend brought a lot of inspiration to all PoetrySoup Poets. I enjoyed reading you poetry today Larry. This is going to my favorites. Love, Carol
Mehta Avatar
June 6, 2010 at 6:50 PM
Nice thoughts on lost love and its yearning.
Trevino Avatar
June 6, 2010 at 4:27 PM
this makes one have hope:),, sweet write. The last line puts a smile on my face:), =(^.^)=Royal
Taylor Avatar
June 6, 2010 at 4:13 PM
Outstanding, Larry that says it all. Very descriptive. Ralph
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