Joanne Liaw Poet Rhyme

Through the Eyes of Bethany

I wish my dear aunt had lived long enough
To see the fine lady I have become
She took her life; life must have been tough
The pain was too great; her feelings were numb

I wish my dear aunt had lived long enough
To sing me songs and teach me how to pray
She took her life; life must have been rough
I wish I could see her come home each day

I wish my dear aunt had me in her mind
Before she took her life so tragically
Couldn’t she wait for life to be more kind?
Why didn’t she cling to God’s mercy?

I wish my dear aunt knew the pain I feel
I still peer through the glass door every day
Hoping to see her; the grief does not heal
I miss her loving smile in every way

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Joanna Daniel February 2, 2018 at 8:36 AM I hope all is well with you, Joanne, dropping by to say my hi this new year:)

James Inman December 9, 2017 at 2:17 AM A touchingly sad write Joanne. Life can seem very cruel at times for those who leave us and for those of us left behind.

Joanna Daniel November 10, 2017 at 6:13 AM Oh, Joanne, I'm so sorry for your loss, sometimes grief hits us hard and there are things we may not understand, but remember, God still loves you and will surely comfort you:)