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Whenever Roses Smile

A birthday rose would find its way each year to where he lay And with each petal, memories would bloom as if to say I am always with you and all the world can see Whenever roses smile in blush, they smile for you and me A brother’s love with words undone forever haunts my mind A birthday rose, belated prose revealed for him to find For in his life, I never found the time to be a friend And now, until we meet again, these words for him, I’ve penned Happy Heavenly Birthday

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Paula Goldsmith

Date: 7/25/2022 8:37:00 AM

A lovely Birthday tribute to your brother. I know/feel your pain. I am sorry. Have a very blessed day........................

Mike Gentile
Date: 7/25/2022 10:32:00 AM

Thank you Paula xxoo

Gershon Wolf

Date: 7/16/2022 9:25:00 PM

Poignant piece, Mike. Happy trails to you until you're reunited. :) gw

Mike Gentile
Date: 7/17/2022 3:30:00 AM

Thanks GW!

Bill Baker

Date: 7/16/2022 3:57:00 PM

A very meaningful poem and tribute to your brother. I've already loss my only brother and one of my two sisters. I too, really miss my siblings, but they are in a better place for now. Bill

Mike Gentile
Date: 7/17/2022 3:31:00 AM

Thank you Bill, yes loss is tough!!