Jess Opperman Poet Quatrain

To My Darling

If I could will my heart to stop
and breathe a final breath
I'd sit beneath an old oak tree
and trade my life for death

The pain in life of losing you
is more than I can bear
how can a man be happy when
his better half's not there

Life's meaning's gone when I lost you
no purpose can I find
for you were but the reason i
loved life and cherished time

I cannot will my heart to stop
I'm waiting for the sign
from God to show His mercy to
unite us one more time

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Regina Mcintosh September 25, 2020 at 4:50 AM This is enchanting and such a inspiration and inspirational. It reveals your goodness and deep appreciation of love and devotion. You have sent the world an embrace with this pearl of wisdom. God bless you Jess Opperman November 9, 2020 at 3:02 PM Thank you so very much, Regina.

Connie Marcum Wong July 2, 2019 at 12:06 PM I love this poem so much Jess. It tenderly speaks to a grieving soul. This is going into my top Faves! Congratulations on your deserving honor with this beautiful heartfelt poem. : ) xxoo

Line Gauthier July 2, 2019 at 7:02 AM Beautiful, Jess. So very touching. A well deserved win.

Jess Opperman December 30, 2018 at 6:17 PM Lord God, I miss her.

Gordon Mcconnell October 1, 2018 at 7:43 AM A lovely memorial piece Jess, such nice rhyme and flow. Simply superb!, Blessings and peace, Gordon Jess Opperman October 1, 2018 at 8:21 AM Thank you so much, Gordon. I'm so glad that you enjoyed it.

Jess Opperman September 8, 2018 at 3:26 PM I wrote this poem for my late wife, Charlene. I and most others who knew her referred to her as simply Char. She has always been and always will be the light and love of my life. I originally named this poem "Char", but changed the name only for the public who are so unfortunate to have never known her and her beauty. Wade Greenlee September 29, 2018 at 3:47 AM It is beautifully written and a true testament of your love. I wish it also but for my son instead. Peace to you, brother.