Mortician’s Smile Despite Dead Child

One two buckle shoe
Don’t be late for church today
Burying baby
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Wolf Avatar
June 14, 2024 at 11:07 AM
Now we know why they are called 'morticians!' So much to ponder here, Karen. Thanks, Gershon
Jones Avatar
June 14, 2024 at 11:45 AM
I think they must have nerves of steel to see people in the darkest moments and yet remain pleasant somber yet professional!
Romios Avatar
June 12, 2024 at 7:13 PM
Karen! I have been to a baby funeral. I can tell what you’re talking about.. I don’t understand why poets are afraid of death as it is real as life…Just turn on the news,you’ll find out and I’ll find out!Anyway, in my life I sat and cried in the funeral home because they were playing lullaby and good night Talking about real things like this. We read about flowers dying which is fine, but babies are more important., A flower can die and that’s pretty natural but a baby dying…is not! Pangie xx
Jones Avatar
June 12, 2024 at 8:56 PM
I’ve been to one as well! I agree with you! Thanks
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