Abdul Malik Mandani Poet Tanka

Saying Goodbye

She rests now in peace
in a satin-lined casket
calm as frozen stream 
O death, where's thy victory?
My Mother's now in God's care!

I dedicate this to my Mom who passed away
last Wednesday, 2/4/2015)

Tanka Tears contest by Rick Parise

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Charmaine Chircop February 27, 2015 at 4:01 PM Im so sorry for your loss.Death has no victory,but the life after this one has.Mom will protect you. Your verses moved me!Charma

Connie Marcum Wong February 12, 2015 at 8:03 PM A very sad but beautiful tribute to the loss of your beloved mother. Prayers and blessings for you Abdul. 7 Abdul Malik Mandani February 13, 2015 at 11:59 AM Thanks Connie. Yes, I miss her very much. She loved life. She lived to the ripe old age of 91!

Tonytocaa Camacho February 11, 2015 at 10:20 AM Abdul my condolences to you and your family,gods heaven a place where all want to be ,lovely verse dedication to your mom...peace and blessings tonytocaa Abdul Malik Mandani February 13, 2015 at 12:00 PM I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your thoughtful comments. Thanks much.

Pandita Sietesantos February 11, 2015 at 10:05 AM Dear Abdul, please accept my heartfelt condolences on the recent loss of your beloved Mother. I pray that God will comfort you during this difficult time. I love this wonderful dedication to your Mom and give it a "7."Kindest regards and best wishes. Pandita. Abdul Malik Mandani February 13, 2015 at 12:02 PM Thanks Pandita. I appreciate very much your thoughtfulness.

Jan Allison February 11, 2015 at 10:02 AM I am so so sorry for your loss Abdul - such a sad sad tanka I hope it does well for you in the contest:-) Hugs Jan xx Abdul Malik Mandani February 13, 2015 at 11:57 AM Thanks a lot, Jan.