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Tears Fall Gently

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Feelings after death of 2 loved ones recently.

Tears fall gently


Tears fall gently, like the rain
quietly refreshing my soul
relinquishing all of my pain

Tears fall gently, like the dew
rejuvenating my spirit
with lingering memories of you

Tears fall gently, like a watery mist
releasing all of hearts sorrow
your blessed presence will be missed

Tears fall gently, without any warning
cleansing my mind of despair
from a troubled heart in mourning

Tears spurt quickly, like drops of fruit juice
freshly squeezed necter from my eyes
my fractured heart is  clearly of no use

Tears pour down, like a raging storm
washing away disillusioned thoughts
while blankets of hope keep me warm

Tears fall blown away, like in a typhoon
my life hangs on by a thread
darkness covers this heart with gloom

Tears no longer fall, as bright daylight suddenly appears
God comforts me with his love, wiping away all of my tears.


John Derek Hamilton
June 30,2016

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James Inman

Date: 8/17/2016 1:35:00 PM

Such a beautiful write John. I have not tried this form. It seems to lend itself well to imagery and your imagery shines through here. I love the line, "freshly squeezed necter from my eyes."

John Hamilton
Date: 8/17/2016 1:44:00 PM

Thanks James for honoring me with a read, this was a very heartfelt write as 2 friends recently passed away. Thanks again you are kind!

Cona Adams

Date: 7/25/2016 8:21:00 AM

A poignant rendition of loss, renewal, and hope, John. An excellent write.

John Hamilton
Date: 7/25/2016 7:35:00 PM

Thanks Cona, first time visit I think, welcome and sincere thanks for visit and quality comment.

Phil Capitano

Date: 7/6/2016 7:00:00 PM

Beautifully sad yet hopeful. Love this a lot. A seven through and through.

John Hamilton
Date: 7/7/2016 8:25:00 AM

Thanks Phil, it is difficult the loss of loved ones, but there is hope! Glad the message rang true. Your visit and comment greatly appreciated.

Joanna Daniel

Date: 7/1/2016 4:07:00 AM

"while blankets of hope keep me warm" "Tears no longer fall, as bright daylight suddenly appears God comforts me with his love, wiping away all of my tears." - Such lovely lines:) This is a fave:)

John Hamilton
Date: 7/2/2016 7:32:00 PM

Thanks Jo always appreciate your positive feedback! Thanks for the fave!

Pam Deremer

Date: 6/30/2016 5:06:00 PM

Very well done !

John Hamilton
Date: 6/30/2016 5:40:00 PM

Thanks Pam very nice of you to visit and comment!