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I MISS MY PARENTS

I miss my parents with their…
Affection of assurance approval 
Blended by their blest building-up brace
Cheerfully caring midst compassion’s comfort
Delighting my days, defending me against despair…

I miss my parents as I thank God for them for…
Exhorting me within their encouragement-enclosure
Fortifying my faith from fear toward freedom-flight
Governing my goals by their guiding grip 
Hoisting me toward hope’s haven…

I miss my parents while I do my parenthood roles…
Influenced by the impact they instilled
Juggling jampacked schedule with jitters and joy 
Kindling kindness among kids for all, not only for kindred
Led by love …letting it light as lingering legacy along loyalty…

I miss my parents* whose presence lingers since…
Muse of my poems do magnify the marvels of their memories
Nurturing and nourishing me still, while in their nobility I nestle
Offering optimistic opportunities against offending obstacles
Presenting possibilities for parental prize so precious.

*Ephesians 6:1 Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right.

July 31, 2024
2nd place, "I miss" Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Ink Empress; judged on 8/8/2024

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Sara Kendrick Date: 8/10/2024 12:48:00 PM Congratulations on your winning work. I am delighted to see it on the winners' list. Way to go. I miss my parents as well but will be joining them soon. Sara K Login to Reply

Miranda Hawley Date: 8/8/2024 8:44:00 PM Wow, that is really impressive like a tongue twister with each new line! Also I feel the same way about my parents that yes, I miss both of them. Guess I'll meet up with them in heaven someday. Login to Reply Beata Agustin Date: 8/9/2024 2:06:00 AM Thanks so much. God bless you.

Ink Empress Date: 8/8/2024 4:55:00 AM Dear beata, a very thoughtful and sincere poem woven with alliterations and assonance in the most creative manner! Its so touching and shows how much you miss and appreciate your parents still: and its never easy losing loved ones. I can sense the grief and nostalgia flowing throughout this: the love within you can be felt through this well woven poem. Love every line in this! Impeccable! May your parents soul rest in peace. Sending you light always! Congratulations on your win Login to Reply Beata Agustin Date: 8/9/2024 2:06:00 AM Thanks so much. God bless you.

David Crandall Date: 7/31/2024 9:05:00 PM That's a nice tribute to your parents. Also, an impressive one, with all that allteration. It sounds like you had great parents. Login to Reply Beata Agustin Date: 8/9/2024 2:07:00 AM Thanks so much. Indeed, I'm privileged to be granted by the Lord with great parents. God bless you.

Kim Rodrigues Date: 7/31/2024 3:56:00 AM I have my Dad still and am thankful for that. His compassion has come into view with my mom’s passing. I miss my mom and have to try not to think too much about it. I carry her love, try to have a better listening ear…she was excellent at this. You have written a lovely tribute of your parents influence and continued legacy! xoxo blessings ~ Kim Login to Reply Beata Agustin Date: 8/9/2024 2:08:00 AM Thanks so much. Indeed, I'm privileged to be granted by the Lord with great parents. God bless you.