Kim Rodrigues Poet Sijo

Happiness in Memoriam

There is no pain so great as the memory of joy in present grief.
—Aeschylus

Happiness in Memoriam

Each neuron tingles with happiness, in unnerving vise.
Presently, the squeeze of brain, heart and grit, unbearable.
The lion’s faint, tin clatters, straw pieces pecked, crows gather.

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Andrea Dietrich April 24, 2025 at 1:29 PM I don't think I have ever known this deep kind of grief. I guess that is why you and others are able to write so well about it. Kim Rodrigues April 24, 2025 at 5:08 PM I’ve seen it in my dad!

Joanna Daniel April 24, 2025 at 1:20 AM Strong emotions displayed here, Kim:) Kim Rodrigues April 24, 2025 at 5:09 PM Thank you, Joanna!

Evelyn Judy Buehler April 23, 2025 at 9:24 PM The pain and desolation of losing a loved one is well portrayed in this beautiful poem and its accompanying quote. Very best wishes. Kim Rodrigues April 24, 2025 at 5:09 PM Thank you, Evelyn!

Gershon Wolf April 23, 2025 at 9:17 PM Whoa! A veritable onrush of image-laden (naked) emotions Kim Rodrigues April 24, 2025 at 5:09 PM Thank you, Gershon!

Paige Hind April 23, 2025 at 9:07 PM Raw language- stagnant last line, especially...it's still beautiful Kim Rodrigues April 24, 2025 at 5:10 PM Thank you, Paige!

Joseph P. DiMino April 23, 2025 at 1:55 PM Yes, sad to remember those departed, while joyful to make loving contact. I guess? Did I get it right? Anyway. Loved the great imagery and use of unique language. Kim Rodrigues April 23, 2025 at 6:13 PM The way one feels in their deepest grief, especially when losing a spouse. Hugs ~ Kim