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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

Date: 4/24/2025 1:29:00 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
Date: 4/24/2025 5:08:00 PM

I’ve seen it in my dad!

Joanna Daniel

Date: 4/24/2025 1:20:00 AM

Strong emotions displayed here, Kim:)

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/24/2025 5:09:00 PM

Thank you, Joanna!

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 4/23/2025 9:24:00 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
Date: 4/24/2025 5:09:00 PM

Thank you, Evelyn!

Gershon Wolf

Date: 4/23/2025 9:17:00 PM

Whoa! A veritable onrush of image-laden (naked) emotions

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/24/2025 5:09:00 PM

Thank you, Gershon!

Paige Hind

Date: 4/23/2025 9:07:00 PM

Raw language- stagnant last line, especially...it's still beautiful

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/24/2025 5:10:00 PM

Thank you, Paige!

Joe Dimino

Date: 4/23/2025 1:55:00 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
Date: 4/23/2025 6:13:00 PM

The way one feels in their deepest grief, especially when losing a spouse. Hugs ~ Kim