Lonely
Losing a mother is being alone forever.33 total reviews
Comment from Dorothy Farrell
Oh Brigitte, what a very moving poem dedicated to your mother. I can identify with you absolutely. My mother died very suddenly and most unexpectedly aged 64 and we never knew she was ill, nor did she as far we know. She was alone as we live quite a distance from her. Never a day goes by that I do not think of her so I know how you feel. The picture is beautiful. Warm regards Dorothy xx
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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Oh Brigitte, what a very moving poem dedicated to your mother. I can identify with you absolutely. My mother died very suddenly and most unexpectedly aged 64 and we never knew she was ill, nor did she as far we know. She was alone as we live quite a distance from her. Never a day goes by that I do not think of her so I know how you feel. The picture is beautiful. Warm regards Dorothy xx
Comment Written 21-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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Thank you for expressing this lovely sentiment. As always, this write came straight from the heart. Keeping memories alive is sustaining.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Brigitte
Comment from LIJ Red
Nature's way, that the baton passes from generation to generation ties in with the horror of beings that think and die. The only escape is through faith. Excellent free verse.
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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Nature's way, that the baton passes from generation to generation ties in with the horror of beings that think and die. The only escape is through faith. Excellent free verse.
Comment Written 21-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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Faith is the key word to get through the days. This, as always, came straight from the heart. Thank you for reading.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Brigitte
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written heartfelt poem. When we lose a dear mother or any loved one we are broken and there is an open space in our hearts that is hard to fill again. The memories of their laughter and the good times are what keep us going.
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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A very well-written heartfelt poem. When we lose a dear mother or any loved one we are broken and there is an open space in our hearts that is hard to fill again. The memories of their laughter and the good times are what keep us going.
Comment Written 21-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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Keeping memories alive is what sustains me. As always, this one came straight from the heart. Thank you for reading.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Brigitte
Comment from lauralumummu
Dear Brigitte, my Mom passed away in 2016 and this poem expresses your grief in a way that makes me feel comfort. You see I feel the same, losing your mother is the first grief you cannot share with her. I can't tell you how many times I almost tried to call her then realized she was gone. God bless, Laura
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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Dear Brigitte, my Mom passed away in 2016 and this poem expresses your grief in a way that makes me feel comfort. You see I feel the same, losing your mother is the first grief you cannot share with her. I can't tell you how many times I almost tried to call her then realized she was gone. God bless, Laura
Comment Written 21-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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Thank you for reading this, it came straight from the heart. Many readers have been able to relate to the emotions expressed within this poem.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Brigitte
Comment from Commando
A commendable and yet, "heart-wrenching presentation," Brigitte. My condolence on the loss of your mother. I too, lost mine some time ago and yet, "the memory of her sweet presence, lingers on and on." You wrote; "Every day, I speak to mom, when I pass by her special place surrounded by flowers and unconsciously await a reply. Well, as you pass by tomorrow listen closely to her whisper; "I love you, sweetheart! So, please, let the sorrows of the yesterdays go, then walk with me down the pathway of tomorrows and touch the Face of God. Remember the song; "Where's that place called lonely street?" Sweet, Jesus! We found it didn't we Brigitte? "God bless."
Respectfully,
Bill (JF)
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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A commendable and yet, "heart-wrenching presentation," Brigitte. My condolence on the loss of your mother. I too, lost mine some time ago and yet, "the memory of her sweet presence, lingers on and on." You wrote; "Every day, I speak to mom, when I pass by her special place surrounded by flowers and unconsciously await a reply. Well, as you pass by tomorrow listen closely to her whisper; "I love you, sweetheart! So, please, let the sorrows of the yesterdays go, then walk with me down the pathway of tomorrows and touch the Face of God. Remember the song; "Where's that place called lonely street?" Sweet, Jesus! We found it didn't we Brigitte? "God bless."
Respectfully,
Bill (JF)
Comment Written 21-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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Dearest Bill, your lovely compassionate words are being etched into my heart. As a reader, you can obliviously relate to a great loss for you lost a dear wife whose memory will remain with you forever. The Face of God awaits us and the touch longed for will soothe the soul. Thank you for reading this and sharing...The CEC did not place this in voting booth and said I had not entered contest. I paid to enter and paid to boost. It is listed in my profile as an entry. That really is so unfair. I am sure they will not admit a mistake. Voting has started and mine is out in left field. Discouraging event on site. Oh, well..s... happens. Appreciative of the 6 stars.
Happy Thanksgiving dear friend,
Brigitte
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Sorry, Sweetheart! You have a winner here--"you know, I know and God knows!" Ever hear the phrase; "You play with my toys--and I'll play with yours?" CEC kids--"Play with their friends!" I have talked with Tom concerning this and yet, my voice seems, "To fall on deft ears!" One more phrase for you; "God ole boy--good ole girl!" And that's how it is, "My friend!" Happy Thanksgiving...and "God bless!"
Bill (JF)
Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin
Hi, Brigitte
= Beautiful tribute to your mother.
= No matter how long our folks, be it Mom or Dad, are gone, the emptiness never goes away. My dad has been gone 20 years, and my mom, 10. Still miss them like crazy.
= Yet, beautiful memories caress our skin in a chill of remembrance. It comforts.
= My deepest sympathy going out to you.
Cheers, J
*** Happy Holidays ***
(*.*) A Smile Is Just A Smile Turned Upside-down (*.*)
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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Hi, Brigitte
= Beautiful tribute to your mother.
= No matter how long our folks, be it Mom or Dad, are gone, the emptiness never goes away. My dad has been gone 20 years, and my mom, 10. Still miss them like crazy.
= Yet, beautiful memories caress our skin in a chill of remembrance. It comforts.
= My deepest sympathy going out to you.
Cheers, J
*** Happy Holidays ***
(*.*) A Smile Is Just A Smile Turned Upside-down (*.*)
Comment Written 21-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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Thank you for reading and commenting. This one came straight from the heart and it helped me emotional to write it and post it. Many readers have been able to relate to this poem.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Brigitte
Comment from pbomar1115
I surely hope dying is an upgrade from life as we know it. We all have an idea of what death is like. You expressed it believing that your mother has gone and is resting close to God.
Phillip
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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I surely hope dying is an upgrade from life as we know it. We all have an idea of what death is like. You expressed it believing that your mother has gone and is resting close to God.
Phillip
Comment Written 21-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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This is what my faith has led me to believe. I wrote this from the heart. Thank you for reading.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Brigitte
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Thanks, Brigitte.
Phillip
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Happy Thanksgiving.
Brigitte
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You have the same.
Phillip
Comment from Neonewman
So sorry for your loss. My own mother(now 75)gave us quite a scare a couple of weeks ago. All is well now with a new pace maker for her. I have talked her and dad into moving in with after the first of the year. A blessing I will cherish always. Oh, and i can keep an eye on them as well lol.
God bless!
Steve
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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So sorry for your loss. My own mother(now 75)gave us quite a scare a couple of weeks ago. All is well now with a new pace maker for her. I have talked her and dad into moving in with after the first of the year. A blessing I will cherish always. Oh, and i can keep an eye on them as well lol.
God bless!
Steve
Comment Written 20-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2017
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I am so happy that modern technology has kept your mom with you. You are to be commended for loving them not only in word but deed. May God's blessings be with you and yours.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Brigitte
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Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving to you as well.
Comment from MelB
Hi Brigitte, I cried just at the site of the urn and throughout this well written poem. I lost my mom to cancer in January, so this poem truly touched me very deeply. I'm sorry for your loss too. It truly does leave a large hole in your heart. It's been a very tough time for me.
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2017
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Hi Brigitte, I cried just at the site of the urn and throughout this well written poem. I lost my mom to cancer in January, so this poem truly touched me very deeply. I'm sorry for your loss too. It truly does leave a large hole in your heart. It's been a very tough time for me.
Comment Written 20-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2017
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I did not want to make you cry though it may have brought some penned up relief. Writing this was hard but it made me feel lighter to see my from the heart words on paper. There is only one Mom and cherished she must be even if only in memories. Prayers of peace to you and if you were near, I would hug you and wipe your tears. I offer my most heartfelt sympathy on your loss, God's gain.
Blessings,
Brigitte
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Thank you for your kind words. I didn't mention my mom was cremated too. We picked out a beautiful urn with a purple iris on it, as she loved them. I've been thinking about her a lot today, and already cried twice. I guess more grief needed to come out. I'm glad it helped you to write about it. I haven't written anything on it lately, but may again.
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Prayers for you and yours being sent up. May those special angels spread their loving wings over us.
brigitte
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Thank you! Prayers for you too. I'm in need of those wings today:)
Comment from Irish Rain
So very sorry for your loss. This poem is such a lovely tribute to your beautiful mother, and the flowers surrounding her urn reminds me of the flowers always surrounding Mary at church. Deserving, sacred. Blessings...
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2017
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So very sorry for your loss. This poem is such a lovely tribute to your beautiful mother, and the flowers surrounding her urn reminds me of the flowers always surrounding Mary at church. Deserving, sacred. Blessings...
Comment Written 20-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2017
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Thank you ever so much for being a faithful reader of my work. I appreciate every comment and helpful advice. This one was difficult to write but as always, it came straight from my heart.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Brigitte
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Happy Thanksgiving to you!!
