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When Doves Cry

I look to the sky
to see Doves fly
For then I know 
that you’re nearby
Dearest Son 
On the day you died
For me your Mum 
I heard Doves cry
for you my only Son
But you dearest boy
left your pride and joy
a beautiful Girl 
and a handsome Boy
You live on through them
In all they do
And I hear your thoughts
In all they say
As if you never went away
So when doves fly
I know you’re here
Watching us from nearby

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Lin Lane

Date: 8/2/2023 9:56:00 AM

Comfort found with the sight and sound of crying doves... your heart filled with sadness, briefly smiles with those thoughts. I have such empathy for your loss, Ann, and admiration for you writing of it.

Ann Gilmour
Date: 8/2/2023 2:11:00 PM

Dear Lin Many thanks for your lovely words, I really appreciate them. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Eve Roper

Date: 8/2/2023 9:43:00 AM

Lovely remembrance poem, sorry for your loss. Good luck in the contest.

Ann Gilmour
Date: 8/2/2023 2:09:00 PM

Dear Eve Thank you so much for your visit and your kind words. I do hope you are well. With kindest thoughts Ann xx