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Love Foever

It was a cold winter day
when you slipped away
sorrow settled upon our soul
we did not want to let you go
your days were numbered
we did not want to count
we wanted days to never run out
with frozen tears upon the cheeks
your words memory found
"I am ready to go home"
but or us a time of dread
we thought of all the love you give
as only a mother can give
now you are a memory in our heart
you knew of the sorrow and pain
you gave us a letter and poem to read
your faith was so strong and we were weak
you knew we needed words for us to keep
to ease the pain and sorrow in our hearts
we love you mom and thank you for making us strong.

Copyright © Phyllis Babcock | Year Posted 2024

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The Situation Date: 1/14/2024 1:55:00 PM Sorry for your loss. They stay as long as they can then leave for the next world. And wait for us to arrive. Login to Reply Phyllis Babcock Date: 1/18/2024 10:06:00 AM Thank you for your condolences. It has been a difficult few months for me. Yes I am sure they will await our arrival. love phyl

Silent One Date: 1/14/2024 12:06:00 PM Rumi said, goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes, for those who love with their hearts, there is no goodbye.. A touching poem that everyone will relate to... you are in my thoughts, my friend.. Login to Reply Phyllis Babcock Date: 1/18/2024 10:04:00 AM Thank you for your kind words. It is an emotional time and tears fall over memories of how much mom did for us. love phyl

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 1/14/2024 2:29:00 AM - It's painful and we're never ready for a final goodbye...lovely written, Phyllis - hugs Login to Reply Phyllis Babcock Date: 1/14/2024 9:49:00 AM Thanks my friend I know it is not a final goodbye but tears still fall. I have moments. It helps with so many friends who keep in touch. Thank you. love phyl

Daisy Meadows Date: 1/14/2024 12:44:00 AM Such a beautiful poem and tribute to your mum. Login to Reply Daisy Meadows Date: 1/20/2024 2:56:00 AM I miss my mother - in-law. One of my poems on here is a tribute to her. A very special lady. I am so glad she was in my life. Hope you have a good weekend. Phyllis Babcock Date: 1/14/2024 9:46:00 AM Thank you for your kind words at a time when words mean so much. I write I cry and then am thankful for a wonderful mom. love phyl

Deb M Date: 1/13/2024 2:39:00 PM Oh my Phyllis…..what an incredibly touching, poignant and most beautiful poem. So very sad which made me feel emotional! Straight from your loving heart! I am so sorry for your loss of your mum and for the sadness you are feeling….Take care…..Debx Login to Reply Phyllis Babcock Date: 1/14/2024 9:45:00 AM Thank Deb it has been an emotional time and tears come at times when least expected. I look at all the stuff mom gave around the house and tears well up. Thanks. love phyl

Constance La France Date: 1/13/2024 2:37:00 PM Phyllis, I am so sorry for your loss, I know this pain. You have penned a beautiful tribute to your mom, I am sure she is smiling down from Heaven, blessings, Constance Login to Reply Phyllis Babcock Date: 1/14/2024 9:43:00 AM Thanks Constance for your kind words and yes she is smiling down on us but miss her dearly. love phyl