Visiting You

We are now apart,

but I always cherish your

presence as I go

to where you rest, my soul calm

when there, sadness mixed with peace.

2/11/2012

Mom's Healing Words

During my days

of confusion,

Doubt, fear, I wish

I can call you,

Reach out to you

when I am unsure

About the choices

and decisions made.

I try to move through life

with certainty,

Yet there are issues

unresolved, frayed

In my life's tapestry,

and only your

Gentle words and advice

can mend the thread.

1/13/2012

Visiting Mom

The chilled air cuts deep,

yet that doesn't stop me from

visiting your space.

12/19/2011

Visits with Mom (a cinquain)

Viewing

her resting place

carries significance.

My chance to quietly connect.

Sacred.

5/7/2011

Another Day: Chant Poem

While days bring such uncertainty,

I wake to another day.

I step lightly yet with purpose.

I wake to another day.

Wavering on tasks bring lessons.

I wake to another day.

Interactions are hidden treasures.

I wake to another day.

I treasure loved ones lost and present.

I wake to another day.

I give thanks to her kind blessings.

I wake to another day.

Without her guidance, I would be lost.

I wake to another day.

With uncertainty comes purpose.

I wake to another day.

3/19/2011

Star in Heaven

You shine high

every night,

a glowing

presence

like ivory

moonlight rays.

Your physical

presence ceased,

yet your spirit

shines on me

continuously,

Steadfast guidance

as prominent as

a sun's golden rays,

as elegant as

silvery moonbeams.

You are gone

from this life,

yet your spirit

shines on,

A star in heaven

watching over me

in times of

sorrow and joy.

03/24/2011