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The Family Gathering

Lamentable, the family gathering on the other side of sunshine, with possessions no longer bothering, sans loving cups, draining of wine. Great-grands, grands, aunts, uncles, cousins and unborn, one mom, a nephew, memories their perspectives (only they carry). Torn, yellowed pages of treasuries. Climbing steps, silver dollars, and finger gloves, savory chicken and dumplings, boat on the lake, seashells on velvet (these loves) tricks and treats, some were just ducklings. Soft hands, warmer heart; silver in corner chair; the teaser (he died way too young) To each I lift my thoughts - they are laid bare. kindly, ancestors, I’m among. All, go the byway, to our destination. What will our progeny recall? What bouquet of ours sets forth sensation? Together we’ll be, blessings fall. Lacrimal vessels are filled - our love, fearsome. Eyes salty and brightened. Peace comes after tears, reveling in wisdom. Capacity to care, heightened.

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Date: 5/9/2025 9:18:00 AM
Wow, Kim. It's almost "haunting" - "on the other side of sunshine, with possessions no longer bothering" interesting and beautiful perspective. I love you. :) Regards, <3
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Paige Hind
Date: 5/9/2025 1:12:00 PM
Okay, I see. Death is so final, but so many many things are a comfort to those grieving. Beautiful poem, dear Kim
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 5/9/2025 12:19:00 PM
Thank you, Paige! My mom’s possessions are still where she left them (she passed on 4 years ago). She will never use them again but they bring comfort to my dad, who would be upset if they were taken away.

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