Que Sera, Sera

My aunt was laid to rest today
With eulogies and rain.
Her children wept and shoveled dirt
In disbelief and pain.

Her life was long and full and rich;
She clearly was adored,
With all of those attending, 
Admiration-wise, on board.

My aunt loved "Que sera, sera"
And someone sang it out. 
We all joined in, accepting what
That song is all about.

A funeral's an ending
But reminds us we should see
That the future proves the chorus - 
What will be will surely be.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Dietrich Avatar
May 8, 2015 at 10:57 PM
wow, how very cool that people sang her song at her funeral. Or at least a song she was fond of. I can just imagine anyone trying to sing a chorus of one of my favorite songs like "moves like Jagger" or something haha. Maybe I would get out of my casket and start dancing. WEll, Mick Jagger seems to be doing it. heeheehee. Hope you don't mind me being silly tonight. I love this poem.
Bauer Avatar
May 11, 2015 at 4:09 PM
ha! i believe you would jump up and dance, andrea! you're right about mick jagger, although i think keith richards looks even worse! thanks for the comment...
Allison Avatar
May 5, 2015 at 5:53 PM
what a lovely tribute Ilene so beautifully penned - whatever will be will be - i remember mum singing it to me:-) Hugs Jan xx 7 xx
Bauer Avatar
May 11, 2015 at 4:07 PM
thank you, jan! it was a very touching moment at the funeral...
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