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Rena Kay Poem
As I sit here, I wonder? Am I the person I wished me to be?
Have I treated others with compassion and caring, regardless?
Of How I was treated? Did I take care of and love my family?
Did I smile and speak to someone who was friendless?
Or did I offer a helping hand to someone lost and broken?
Or did I turn away and pretend I didn’t see the anguish
In their eyes? Or maybe sit with someone and just listen?
Or maybe help someone with a dream or a small wish?
When I leave this tired old world, I would like to know
That I made a difference. That I did what was right.
And I was kind. I didn’t live my life looking out a window,
I took a stand and cared for my fellow man. I lived in the light.
My legacy I wish to leave behind is not new, but rare.
That others will step up and stand up for others that are
Weak or frail, Sad or broken or just empty from despair.
Take the time to show someone, anyone that you care.
Copyright © Rena Kay | Year Posted 2010
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Rena Kay Poem
I believe
I believe that true love will always prevail,
When soul mates reunite, it's much more than a folktale.
Once found, a love eternal that can never fail.
Chosen by angels before their birth.
Precious as jewels, an unfathomable worth.
Drawn to each other like moths to a flame.
Crossing time to meet again, our gift to reclaim.
Copyright © Rena Kay | Year Posted 2010
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Rena Kay Poem
The winter of my soul
I sit in my rocking chair and gaze out the window
The first snow fell last night, coating the trees
In a blanket of winter splendor.
The deer graze at the edge of the pasture,
Searching for the leftovers of the fall harvest.
Their days here are numbered, like mine.
Soon they will go to higher ground, much like me.
I can't stay, regardless of how much I wish it to be.
My illness invades every cell, destroying any future
But I will leave on my terms, in my way.
I watch as the deer wander off, disappearing into the forest.
I am filled with awe that I was allowed this last gift.
The gentleness of their nature brings me comfort.
Today will be the day, I decide. No regrets.
As I face the winter of my soul.
Copyright © Rena Kay | Year Posted 2010
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Rena Kay Poem
Dear Mom,
Yesterday was my birthday. I spent most of it in tears.
It was the first time in my life that I had spent one without you.
You were the one who swept away my demons and my fears.
The one who loved me regardless, always coming to my rescue.
I was adopted and adored. Did I ever tell you thank you?
My first memories where of laughter and hugs, so priceless.
What a wonderful life you gave me, this I always knew.
Your heart was so pure, filled with nothing but kindness.
I thought I was prepared, but oh what a lie
It didn’t matter after all; I wasn't ready for your departure.
I begged for you to stay with me, this I can't deny.
To not leave me, you're broken hearted baby daughter.
I spent my day missing you, and wishing you were here.
Waking me up singing Happy Birthday, horribly off key.
Those memories so strong and held to my heart so dear.
My life without you in it, so stark and empty.
I felt your presence, hovering and watching. But it's not enough.
I miss our morning coffee and the touch of your hands.
I know Im being selfish, but mom this is so tough.
Why did you have to leave me? I still don’t understand.
I know tomorrow will be a much better day.
I will put my sorrow and grief into a box,
Gilded with memories and stow it away.
Until next year, on my next birthday.
Until then I will remember only that I was loved.
Love and miss you mom. Your daughter.
Copyright © Rena Kay | Year Posted 2010
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