Phyllis Babcock Poet Elegy

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.

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The Situation January 14, 2024 at 1:55 PM Sorry for your loss. They stay as long as they can then leave for the next world. And wait for us to arrive. Phyllis Babcock January 18, 2024 at 10:06 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 January 14, 2024 at 12:06 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.. Phyllis Babcock January 18, 2024 at 10:04 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 January 14, 2024 at 2:29 AM - It's painful and we're never ready for a final goodbye...lovely written, Phyllis - hugs Phyllis Babcock January 14, 2024 at 9:49 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 January 14, 2024 at 12:44 AM Such a beautiful poem and tribute to your mum. Daisy Meadows January 20, 2024 at 2:56 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 January 14, 2024 at 9:46 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 January 13, 2024 at 2:39 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 Phyllis Babcock January 14, 2024 at 9:45 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 January 13, 2024 at 2:37 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 Phyllis Babcock January 14, 2024 at 9:43 AM Thanks Constance for your kind words and yes she is smiling down on us but miss her dearly. love phyl