Commentary and Philosophy Poetry posted May 21, 2009


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reflective septolet

Prelude to a Funeral

by adewpearl


planks
of polished wood
carefully constructed

but box
holds only bones
the spirit
resurrected




Recognized


I will be attending the funeral of a man I knew through the volunteer community today. He was active in ministering to the needs of the poor as his wife still is. I will be attending the funeral to support Gail - Scotty won't be there in that box. He has already left us to reap the rewards of a life lived well.
The septolet is a poem of fourteen words in seven lines, divided into two verses. The second verse completes the picture, often in a surprising or ironic way.
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