Memorial

he passed away
without a sound…
after all these years
we still listen to the 
silence of his departure


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[ded. to my elder brother]
Judged 12/13/2019 ~ NA
Memorial of a Loved One Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Chantelle Anne Cooke

Contest N-A Rerun 4 by John Hamilton

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Angela Crabtree

November 17, 2020 at 1:37 PM

It's something that always lives with us. Great poem, Paul :)

Paul Callus

November 19, 2020 at 6:07 AM

Thank you, Angela. Have a lovely day. Regards // paul

MD Johnson

December 25, 2019 at 9:39 AM

I too, hear the echo of that sound. Excellent write.

Paul Callus

December 27, 2019 at 2:36 PM

Thank you, MD. Excuse the late reply, but I have been unwell for the past 8 days; now on the road to recovery. Regards// paul

Lindsay Laurie

December 16, 2019 at 11:36 PM

Crikey Paul … these lines are so good - Merry Christmas Paul - Lindsay

Paul Callus

December 17, 2019 at 2:04 PM

Pleased you liked them Lindsay...thank you. Merry Christmas to you too. // paul

Heidi Sands

December 16, 2019 at 10:39 AM

So well written Paul! Take care. Merry Christmas :)

Paul Callus

December 16, 2019 at 12:53 PM

So pleased that you like it, Heidi...thank you. Happy Christmas to you, too! // paul

Quoth Theraven

December 15, 2019 at 9:51 PM

Paul, Sadness learned in profound fashioned write in this poem 'Memorial'. And all the comments are deeply heartfelt. -Richard

Paul Callus

December 16, 2019 at 12:52 PM

Thank you for reading and commenting, Richard. Best regards // paul

Anil Deo

December 14, 2019 at 10:39 AM

Silences are eloquent. (Thanks for visitng my work: "Next to each other, towns of Queensburgh & Escombe (after Harry Escombe) in South Africa. The names hold memories of my first 6-7 years of life & schooling. The separation. Now we are reuniting ... if Jesus is center, we will succeed. We inhabit a secular-slanted world, Pray for S. Africa ... Merry Christmas friend)

Paul Callus

December 14, 2019 at 3:24 PM

Thank you, Anil. After separation a reunion is the utmost one can hope for! May your country prosper in peace and love, my friend. A Merry & Blessed Christmas to you, too! // paul

Panagiota Romios

December 12, 2019 at 7:47 PM

Just beautiful, Paul best wishes to you. Panagiota xxx Condolences for your loss,

Paul Callus

December 13, 2019 at 2:27 PM

Thank you on all counts, Panagiota. Have a lovely weekend. Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

December 12, 2019 at 12:06 AM

They stay close to our heart. Sorry for your loss Paul. Congratulations on your Lifetime Membership at Soup! Happy holidays! : ) xxoo

Paul Callus

December 12, 2019 at 1:20 PM

Thank you so much, Connie. Time heals, but we never forget. Happy Holidays to you too :) Warm regards // paul

Besma Riabi Dziri

December 11, 2019 at 11:13 AM

Peace to your brother's soul and contentment to your mother's heart, and to you Paul for such a great loss.. I have just reread your dedication.. and felt the pain of a silent death .. May God bless all of you and protect your loved ones.. Best regards.

Paul Callus

December 11, 2019 at 2:17 PM

It was very kind of you to re-read my poem and to come back with such comforting words, Besma. Your friendship and support are sincerely cherished. ~ Warm regards // paul

Aqua Marine

December 11, 2019 at 9:53 AM

A touching memorial poem, Paul - and thankfully your brother passed away in such a gentle manner. Love this- so simple stated, yet says so much. (((Warm Hugs))) ~~AquaM~~

Paul Callus

December 11, 2019 at 10:31 AM

Thank you, Aqua. My mother could never understand how he just left, without even a sound...a whisper :( Warm regards // paul

Rhoda Tripp

December 10, 2019 at 10:51 PM

Very beautiful dedication.

Paul Callus

December 11, 2019 at 10:14 AM

Thank you so much, Rhoda. Have just been reading your "Goodnight" poem; I notice that many have stopped by to read it. Warm regards // paul

Line Gauthier

December 9, 2019 at 2:50 PM

Very touching, Paul. Love your tribute.

Paul Callus

December 11, 2019 at 10:10 AM

Pleased you enjoyed it, Line...thank you. Regards // paul

Ilene Bauer

December 9, 2019 at 2:12 PM

This is wonderful, Paul! So beautifully said...

Paul Callus

December 11, 2019 at 10:09 AM

Thank you, Ilene. Always a pleasure to have you stopping by. Regards // paul

Besma Riabi Dziri

December 9, 2019 at 11:27 AM

So expressive and painful.. genuine is your capture to the silence of death.. and we "keep listening" to that torturing silence of "the departure" of our loved ones.. An amazing entry of pure feel.. a great delight to read your poetry, Paul. Best regards and blessings.

Paul Callus

December 11, 2019 at 10:08 AM

Thank you Besma; as always, your insightful feedback is much appreciated. ~ Warm regards & Blessings // paul