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Who Should Pass

Today I read a poem that made me ask myself Would I rather die before or after you? You know my mind and how it works Once I have a thought I must ponder that thought Until I have reached my conclusion I HATE THAT ABOUT MYSELF! Because sometimes it just breaks my heart I contemplated how life would be for each of us After the other passed on We depend so much on each other in so many ways You are stronger than me in many ways Yet, I am the rock that you lean on As far as the children; mine, yours and ours The love is equal all the way around All the way down to the poems That would no doubt be like a knife in the heart At times And like a ray of sunshine on a cold winters day At other times The devastating loss would be equal Suddenly I realized Some questions are too great for us to comprehend Not to mention the answer And those are the ones we should just leave in the hands of the Lord So as it is written so shall it be done In the name of the Father, Holy Ghost and only Begotten Son

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Lon Bruso

Date: 10/17/2008 9:43:00 AM

Exceptional words! A thought many of us contemplate but few can ever capture in verse! Great job! Also, thanks for commenting on my poem, (Patience)! Peace, Lonnie

Margaret Okubo

Date: 10/10/2008 12:21:00 PM

Almost a solemn prayer.This is profound and touching and so beautifully expressed.I just love it. My love to you and your precious family Michael. Love always, Meg.

Deneen White

Date: 10/9/2008 2:48:00 PM

this is a sad and beautiful heart-wrenching write, this is often the speculation of many, it is something that one would think of from time to time, just take one day at a time and the rest will follow, take care D-ncye

Autumn Rose Wood

Date: 10/8/2008 8:53:00 AM

This is a hard question to ponder and you are brave to examine it poetically. Thank you for your comments and your recent defense. It is nice that you'd come to my poem's aid. I wasn't upset by the other comment and like you I am happy and willing to learn. I thank God for this site! Congratulations on your return to school. May your studies improve your mind. Your heart is already refined enough! Sincerely, Autumn

James Foulk

Date: 10/7/2008 8:50:00 PM

the song beyond the sunset talks about this. going before the other. yes it is a sad thing I want to go before my wife, which may not be right, but I can't see a world without her by my side. this was a heartfelt poem and made me think.

Anne Christine

Date: 10/6/2008 6:35:00 PM

I like how you ad your Christian faith in your work. Lucky is the woman that inspires such a good and honest poem. Anne-Marie Christine

Janice Smith

Date: 10/6/2008 5:06:00 PM

Michael..........Very thought provoking and I'm afraid there is no pat answer. It is always most difficult for the one remaining. My folks were married almost 63 years, my dad went first and mom followed 7 months later to the day. She really just gave up, knowing that daddy was where she really wanted to be and that was in heaven with him. Of course they were both believers. Thank you for this great write............Blessings...........Janice

Elaine George

Date: 10/6/2008 2:51:00 PM

Michael, I actually get a physical pain in my heart when I contemplate my husband going before me. I take comfort in the fact that whom ever goes first, it is just a matter of time until we are reunited in our true home with God. Love lainie

Adell Foster

Date: 10/6/2008 6:42:00 AM

Michael you write with such depth my friend... This is a subject that most have contemplated at one time or another, yet we know that only God can answer it... So it is up to us to enjoy this gift of life in the flesh with our loved ones in a goodly manner and hopefully when our time comes we shall shed this flesh and meet those loved ones again in the Great Beyond. I thank you for sharing such a moving read. God's Love and Many Blessings to you and yours, always, Adell

Sharon Winter

Date: 10/6/2008 5:49:00 AM

Yes, Michael, a subject that is truly out of our hands, and difficult to ponder. So, I too, try not to. Very honest and beautiful, as always. Love, Shar xoxo

Deborah Herber

Date: 10/6/2008 4:34:00 AM

You have such incredible talent for writing words that touch the deepest part of my thoughts and heart! I am blessed to "know" you and I think you are a very talented angel sent down here to touch the deepest part of our souls!

Michael Torres

Date: 10/6/2008 2:36:00 AM

Michael, I gave this topic alot of thought and I came up with two conclusions. The first was who ever has the greater love for the other would want to go first because they couldnt accept the other ones loss. So I think the correct answer shoul be they both want to die first. The second thought is we will be together again in heaven. They are only gone for a little while before we joined them. Amen . Lovely poem Michael blessings from me.............

Chitra Lakhera

Date: 10/5/2008 10:09:00 PM

Michael this touched my soul so deep. I just hate to think about these but then I'm a human being and can't help it out. I can't figure out life without some loved ones. We are indeed so incomplete without our beloveds. At last its up to The Lord to reunite all of us! There's a big world ahead, I think. God wants us to learn to love and when we master our skills he calls us to his heaven. Thats where the real happiness dwells. Blessings, Chitra

Leokadia Durmaj

Date: 10/5/2008 9:48:00 PM

It is never easy to think about losing the people we love, until something happens in our lives. All is in God's hands! Each human being holds value in someone's heart, either as a family menber or a dear friend. In our mind we cannot even contemplate losing them. How very bleesed we are to be held so close in loving heart. Your poem touches the very essence of thoughts considered by each one of us. Nursing cancer patients you cannot help but see how very fragile life can be....

Joseph Spence Sr

Date: 10/5/2008 7:45:00 PM

This is an excellent poem for contemplation. God always has a special way of working things out for the good of everyone involved. The final analysis is that loved ones who are on the same sheet of music with Him will reunite under His banner of joy. Great job and God bless always! ~Joseph

Trudy Diane Rider

Date: 10/5/2008 7:22:00 PM

My husband and I recently debated this topic (yet again) and still came to very conclusion you did here. Hope all is going well in preperations for your surgery and thank you for taking the time to read and comment on my poems! Your comments are always welcomed. ~Tru~

Carrie Richards

Date: 10/5/2008 3:54:00 PM

Yes...I have often had the same thoughts. It is just as well, that it is not our decision to make. Best left to God. Very thoughtful, thought provoking poem, Michael! As always..you are amazing. :) Carrie

Mary Duhart

Date: 10/5/2008 3:00:00 PM

thank you for commenting on What Happened to the Family...You are so right...So much damage has been done..Only God can fix it...Thanks again. Also remember."Packing Up" ? Well we will be moving out of this neighborhood in the next few weeks...Thanks for your prayers...

Mary Duhart

Date: 10/5/2008 2:56:00 PM

A very thought provoking piece. One that crosses every couple's mind..a reality we don't want to face. So like you said, for now we must leave it in the hands of the Lord. Great write and thank you for sharing.

Rene Torres

Date: 10/5/2008 1:10:00 PM

Michael this is a very touching poem, thank you for it.Congratulation. rene Torres