Brian Strand Poet Elegy

Tribute To Doreen

I did not know her much
but there was warmth in her touch

Tall and quiet,serene and cool
politeness was her rule

I did not know her much
but there was warmth in her touch

Feminine in manner and mien
an example upon our scene

I did not know her much
but there was warmth in her touch

Her eyes filled with grace
she will be missed in fellowship's place

I did not know her well
but in me this impression dwells

....there was a warmth in her touch

I shook Doreen's hand in welcome at the door of our church last Sunday morning,she died in 
her sleep on Sunday night, aged eighty-six.She had attended our Time out for Seniors(our 
church's monthly community lunch/fellowship ) where I sometimes joined her & her friend  for 
the meal part.She lived in a local care home and started coming to our church within the last 
year.

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Anne Linington October 25, 2009 at 4:04 AM Brian I really like this tribute to Doreen- especially the repeated first verse which fixes it in the memory. As a church member perhaps you would like to check out some of my poetry.

Elaine George October 20, 2009 at 1:56 AM I have found I have often felt very close to people I have only come in contact with in a single clasping of hands. It is like I have know them for years. I think it is the recognition of a kindrid soul. I feel this way about Dorren after reading and sensing your feelings about her. Elaine

Carol Sunshine Brown October 14, 2009 at 11:16 AM Brian, this is indeed a wonderful tribute to your friend. I am sure she will be missed by all. Thank you for sharing your tribute to Doreen with us today Brian. Love, Carol

Audrey Haick October 14, 2009 at 9:30 AM As usual, very good work, Brian. I am sure Doreen is smiling and grateful for this wonderful tribute! I enjoyed this and will count it as one of my favs! Peace, audrey

Carrie Richards October 14, 2009 at 8:05 AM This moved me more than I can say. We often talk of death, and loss...but when it happens in the blink of an eye, it still catches us unprepared. How lovely this tribute....how wonderful if each of us could leave knowing that there was a warmth in the touch we left behind. Those warm memories truly matter. Love, Carrie

Sara Kendrick October 14, 2009 at 5:15 AM Beautiful tribute to a friend. Keep writing. Sara

Robin L. Gass October 14, 2009 at 4:56 AM This is such a beautiful tribute to her, Brian. Some people touch our lives even if it is just briefly or in small ways but leave an indeliable mark. Very moving and heartfelt poetry. Please accept my condolences, Brian. Love, Robin