Blessed...

Poem with the inscription for Poeticpiers... " ...a joint writing project-- concept and original poem by Jola S...; English interpretation by Mark Teague"

 

 BLESSED../W KTORA STRONE ISC/

Blessed are they, who understand 

That my feet go slowly now,

and why my hands are shaking. 

Blessed those who are aware

that my ears have not heard,

or I didn't understand right away;

 

Blessed will they be, who know 

that my eyes see badly now. 

Blessed will  you be,

if you don't laugh at me,

when something falls out of my hands,

or help me to find my things.

Blessed will be those who smile at me,

Or who come by once in a while to talk with me. 

Blessings upon those who recognize my problems 

and try to ease my suffering. 

Blessed will they be, who let me know that I am loved, and who gladly celebrate with me. 

Blessed are those who are with me, 

now when I go into my eternity.

Blessed are you all,who are good to me,

For you help remind me  of God ;

I am sure they will never be forgotten when one day soon, I am with Him!

jola and mark teague
  september, 2009
 

 

Reviews

[LSS]

Wonderful Poem, Loved it.
There's always a story behind each writers poetry. At present, I have aging parents who have always shown leadership and independence, yet now they struggle with the simplest tasks. Your poem characterized their struggle nicely. Brings dignity back from where it was misplaced. Thank you.
LSS

[Coyote Poetry]

A powerful and beautiful poem. A bless life is what we all desire. Take kindness and patience.
Coyote

[An owl on the moon]

This is such a beautiful, moving poem. I love the honesty of emotion and grace that fills each line... Thank you for sharing!

[Charles D. Moorer]

Very nicely done. This poem confirms many things for me.

[Arthur Crow]

All I can think to say is this poem and deep expression is just so sincere and rich.. from the best part of the human soul and spirit. Beautiful.

[cest la vie]

You are truly blessed to write such beautiful and inspirational words. I so loved reading this aloud this calm, lazy Sunday. I thank you profusely for sharing such a lovely, lovely piece.

Lynne

[Patient Poet (Yos)]

I love it, really well written , BLESS YOU! . Yossi

[Emily B]

Blessings to you who write such beautiful words . . . lovely words.

[*** Hey Jude***]

This is a poignant write that stands out. I applaud the fortitude that it takes to bear your soul. I felt every words from the depths of my being as I can relate to this piece with literal life experience! You are still here and writing for a reason, hang in there

[EILEEN McGUINNESS]

So many blessed words here nice tidy poem but what's with the photo of the man he is a member of this site isn't he?