Joseph Leidig Poet Epitaph

Lost

A loss so great
and it's too late 
to tell her so.

now that she's gone 
there is no way
to let her know

Death closed the door 
and only death 
can give the key.

There is no hope!
She cannot hear.
 Oh! pity me.

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Ian Jones July 11, 2015 at 4:14 PM Joseph, in March my wife died in my arms, trust me it doesn't make it any easier. She knew you loved her. Great sentiment. Kind regards, Ian Joseph Leidig July 12, 2015 at 9:46 AM Thank you for your very nice response. My condolences for your wife, that had to be exceptionally hard. JHL

Jan Allison July 11, 2015 at 9:45 AM Beautifully expressed - my father passed away in february - we were 15 minutes too late but in reality I am pleased we weren't there at the end - I had said my goodbyes to him days before he died:-( Hugs Jan xx7 Joseph Leidig July 11, 2015 at 1:05 PM My condolences for you and your family. thanks for your very nice response.