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Those We love

Those we love don't go away, 
they walk beside us everyday.
Their murmurs, soft, in tree leaf whisper
defrosts my heart that did grow crisper

with grief that stained inside and out
when I existed with my doubt
that vanished voices of yesteryear
would come alive and stir the atmosphere.

Breezy hands, they touch my shoulder,
rustling lilac plumes and growing bolder—
as shaking purple scent awakens my recall
of June bouquets that did enthrall.

Polaroid moments in mindful frames
can flare or tame these mournful flames.
Our days were filled with cheer and dare;
but now, their souls, they fly as sheer as air

or sit, to contemplate as still as moss.
They come to help alleviate my loss;
I see them in the blue of sky or wisp of cloud,
or sunshine warmth spilled over crowd;

I catch a glimpse in happy eyes
and sense they’re there in spirits' guise.
A moment here and then they’re gone,
beyond white veils of angel-air-chiffon.

I’ve come to know and feel inside
that never-ending, they’ll reside
within me always, and everywhere.
To sense them near, fulfills my humble prayer.

Copyright © Susan Ashley | Year Posted 2025

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Date: 7/28/2025 8:28:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTW win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Those We love" write. Have a blessed day/week with your win...........
Date: 7/28/2025 3:44:00 AM

returning to congratulate you, Susan, on your POTD designation. A beautifully penned poem, well deserving of POTD.
Date: 7/28/2025 2:00:00 AM

- A beautiful poem, Susan :) - Congratulations on your p.o.t.w. ... enjoy :) - hugs
Date: 7/27/2025 5:17:00 PM

Dear Susan, Okay, It’s gentle and gorgeous like a warm breeze through memories. You’ve somehow, yes, I do know how because you are a great poet and you captured how loss lingers, not as absence, but presence in disguise. Feels like a hug from beyond. Congrats on POTW! Summer Blessings, My Dear Susan, Daniel
Date: 7/27/2025 4:09:00 PM

Damn this is beautiful! Congratulations on POTW. This is very comforting to read.
Date: 7/27/2025 4:00:00 PM

' Polaroid moments in mindful frames. ' Yes, it helps to keep the memory alive of loved ones that we've lost. Your thoughts are tender and emotional, yet filled with hope. I am reminded that they'll always be a part of me. Congratulations Susan, my dear sweet friend, on Poem of the Week. My best to you. Hugs and blessings, Brandy
Date: 7/27/2025 1:33:00 PM

Congrats, Susan, on your 'Poem Of The Week' award. Much deserved! :) john
Date: 7/27/2025 1:03:00 PM

Congratulations Susan on receiving the honour of poem of the week. Beautiful poetry… Beryl
Date: 7/27/2025 7:27:00 AM

So sweet and soft. An acknowledgment of carrying memories that keep loved ones with us. Congratulations on your POTW dear Susan! :)
Date: 7/27/2025 6:13:00 AM

Dear Susan, your beautiful poem touched me so deeply. Your words feel like a soft hand on the shoulder — comforting, familiar, and full of grace. I felt every line as if it were breathing; the way you capture the presence of those we’ve loved and lost is truly profound. Congratulations on an awesome POTW...Love and Hugs
Date: 7/27/2025 5:54:00 AM

Awww how nice this gem will get a week of exposure and added love. Enjoy the spotlight Suze
Date: 7/27/2025 4:51:00 AM

Susan, a beautiful heartfelt emotive poem. Congratulations on POTW.
Date: 7/26/2025 2:03:00 PM

This is beautiful Susan! Thanks for sharing it!
Date: 7/25/2025 11:19:00 PM

Susan, you are great at delivering feel thru just the right amount of imagery. In 10th grade, I told the teacher I didn't like Shakespeare because we had to study for days to know what he means. I feel that way here a lot lately. Your poem is perfect with beautiful lines - 3 thru 6 sum up griefs impact then you lift us to the positive love that stays with us, ever still. I feared I'd forget Dad's voice, but I haven't. Congrats. I am blessed to have read this ... CayCay
Date: 7/25/2025 6:59:00 AM

Dearest Susan, my soul, sister Poetry, white wing spirit and heart. I’ve missed you so and missed your words. It’s been so long since I posted a new poem, which I finally did yesterday . In gratitude for all I share here with you and many others. Your poem resonates with the beauty that comes deep from within your ancient and young soul. I love you. I love, our days were filled with cheer and dare! Yes, fun times! Your heart sings as always with beautiful notes. Love to you my friend, Susan
Date: 7/24/2025 4:37:00 PM

A tender and soulful piece, beautifully capturing how love transcends time and space. The imagery is both comforting and ethereal.
Date: 7/24/2025 9:56:00 AM

Classic Susan Ashley brilliance! "with grief that stained inside and out" Relatable and apt description. Ialso entered this one but alas was no chosen this time. I humbly admit defeat to all of you who wrote so beautifully! So happy to read your words today! Xo
Date: 7/24/2025 6:48:00 AM

Dear poetess friend, Ashley, thank you for your lovely poetry, which portrays the enduring presence of loved ones who have passed away. Despite their physical absence, their memories, spirits, and affection persist in influencing and comforting the living. The poem centers on themes of sorrow, nostalgia, and the reassuring idea that love surpasses mortality. I appreciate the poem's intricate sensory depiction and vibrant emotional terrain. Congrats on your win.
Date: 7/24/2025 4:40:00 AM

'white veils of angel-air-chiffon' so very delicately woven words, beautiful write dear poet.Congratulations on your win. Cheers!!!
Date: 7/24/2025 3:59:00 AM

Beautiful emotions and tribute to the departed souls. Many congratulations.
Date: 7/23/2025 1:11:00 AM

Oh Susan how incredibly beautiful and heart touching! I love this poem from beginning to end…..my favourite line being “beyond white veils of angel-air-chiffon”!! You have a gift…..Debx
Date: 7/22/2025 7:43:00 PM

Beautiful, soulful musings of love and longing, reminiscing on fond memories and retaining vibrational connect of hearts even when distance separates us from our loved ones.
Date: 7/22/2025 4:57:00 PM

wonderful, flowing rhyme scheme. Your words touched me in many ways. I loved the 'poloroid moments' verse as well as the last one. I share your feelings and perspective. Best wishes with the contest.
Date: 7/22/2025 3:07:00 PM

I don't know why but this just doesn't feel like you. Can't put my finger on it but maybe because it's an outright rhymer. In any case, missing loved ones is an outstanding take on the theme. Whatever one believes from a religious standpoint, we can all agree they will always reside in our hearts. Glad you keep posting here Susan despite the occasional drama

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