I Lost My Brother, So

Don't tell me that you understand, don't tell me that you know,

Don't tell me that I will survive, how I will surely grow.

Don't tell me this is just a test, that I am truly blessed,

That I am chosen for this task, apart from all the rest.

Don't come at me with answers that can only come from me,

Don't tell me how my grief will pass, that I will soon be free.

Don't stand in pious judgment of the bonds I must untie,

Don't tell me how to suffer, don't tell me how to cry.

My life is filled with selfishness, my pain is all I see,

But I need you, I need your love, unconditionally.

Accept me in my ups and downs, I need someone to share,

Just hold my hand and let me cry, and say,

"My friend, I really do care."
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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December 30, 2014 at 7:17 PM
A heartfelt poem, Debra, A nice warm WELCOME to poetry soup. I hope you enjoy being part of the community. You'll find many friendly poets, who are ready to support and give positive feedback. I want to be the first to invite you on over, to the contest page. I OFFER MY CONTEST, "In The Moment" in hopes it inspires you to write again. I look forward in following you and your poetry:) Enjoy this site, and the coming New Year! From: your new poet friend@-> LINDA <-@
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December 30, 2014 at 4:22 PM
A heartfelt poem, Debra. The form is couplet. Well done. Thanks.
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December 30, 2014 at 2:48 PM
beautiful....spoken from the heart....we all grieve in our own way.....hugs Tim
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December 30, 2014 at 2:10 PM
A situation I can relate to as my dad is terminally ill:-( hugs Jan xx
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December 30, 2014 at 1:30 PM
Excellent pen Debra! Enjoyed your very nice poem dear friend. A 7 from me!I wish you a very Happy New Year and your family! Have a lovely day! :) Love and hugs! xxx D.
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