The Person I Used to Be

I miss the person I used to be,
You would have liked her too—so full of life and carefree.
Her glass was always half full,
She saw the bright side, ever hopeful.

No matter what came her way,
She’d just smile and face the day.
Grieving the self that’s now long gone,
Knowing a part of her is beyond.

The emptiness now shapes her today,
Sadness, like an uninvited guest, lingers more than joy in her day.
Aware of how fleeting life can be,
She still rises each morning, thankful to thee.

Hiding behind her mask is grief,
Sorrow and pain, she’s still in disbelief.
She stands tall, remembering the past,
Memories burn bright, forever to last.

She misses her to the depths of her soul,
A loss so profound, it takes its toll.
Her love for her transcends time and age
Everlasting through all the stages.

The ghost of the mommy she used to be
Is now in heaven, rocking her Karyn gently.

Sunrise
The flame of love is as 
pure as the day she was born
May 8, 1993

Sunset
The day of mourning etched 
in her soul
January 12, 2024

“Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.” — Unknown
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Schack Avatar
January 8, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Yes,life can be draining.ilostmymom in January 2024 too.sometimes I say that I don't know if there's hope,but hope so.dont worry.there is some.just enough maybe.please see,comment my poems.be strong.
Clendening Avatar
January 8, 2025 at 8:01 PM
I am so sorry to hear that, Daniel! Your Mom is always with you! She would be so proud of your poetry. Hugs!
Gifford Avatar
January 7, 2025 at 10:47 AM
Hello Lise, this a very heartfelt and touching, write. Life’s journey takes us through lots of twists and turns and sometimes makes us forget our original self. Wishing you a Happy New Year and a wonderful rest of the week. Zyrool
Clendening Avatar
January 8, 2025 at 7:59 PM
It sure does, Zyrool! Hope you are doing well. Take care!
John Avatar
January 7, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Interesting to see how fleeting life can be, and how a loss can take its toll.
Clendening Avatar
January 7, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Yes, it does, Andrew!
One Avatar
October 12, 2024 at 5:36 AM
I can feel the sadness and pain in this one.. life can change us into something we do not want to be... Congratulations for your placement in the contest..
Clendening Avatar
October 12, 2024 at 1:36 PM
Thank you! So blessed for the 30 years!
Williams Avatar
September 24, 2024 at 7:57 PM
The emptiness now shapes her today, Sadness, like an uninvited guest, lingers more than joy in her day. Powerful poem, words i connected with on the utmost level. loved reading
Clendening Avatar
October 12, 2024 at 1:37 PM
Thank you! Nine months today. Miss her every second of every day. She was a blessing.
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