Butterfly Wings

 

 

a life within me

but never born

she is golden sunlight

dancing on a daisy

she is butterfly wings

gracing her mother's garden

I never saw her face

nor held her in my arms

but I dream her smiles

and hear her laughter

between wakeful moments

on moonlit nights

when a part of me

still feels her deep within

and forgets the emptiness

 

 

 

 

Author's Note

Graphic credit: Google Images

Reviews

[Linda Marie Van Tassell]

Please don't think that I say this lightly or in jest; but this is, hands down, the absolute best poem that I have EVER read regarding a mother's feelings toward her miscarried child. Each word, each line glimmered like the sun bursting forth on a rainy day. You captured the sadness; but overwhelmingly, you captured the love that, captured for a moment, can outshine a thousand lifetimes of sadness.

I don't doubt for a moment that this really happened to you, as the words are from your heart. I can feel the heartbeat and the pulse of life within.

A dear friend of mine just suffered the same loss. I am so sorry for yours, but I have so say that she left such a memorable touch on your heart that it gave life to a beautiful, beautiful poem.

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your very gracious review, Linda. I appreciate your words more than I can say.

[Pete A...]

Yes I agree Linda ,quite the Write ...thinking it one o the nicest reads ive had ever had the pleasure of readin ...

[Sami Khalil]

One of your best in my humble opinion. Touching indeed...Bravo

[Joyce S. Greene]

I am very proud to receive such a wonderful comment from you, Sami. You are a very fine poet.

[Sami Khalil]

You deserve it. And welcome...:)

[shallimarRose]

Youre welcome Joyce.. this struck a nerve in my heart.. I will remember this piece for a long time.. xo

[shallimarRose]

I feel this is about loss..
heart-breaking and beautiful...
huggs.... Rose

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you, Rose. Your comment means a lot to me.

[Joyce S. Greene]

What a serene piece filled with true love, for "her" in general, mother nature, (maybe a real mother) and the combination of emotions wrapped into this one... sad perfection here. Truly heartfelt.

- Elisa

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you, Elisa. I truly appreciate your lovely comment on this poem.

Always my sincere pleasure my friend...

[LightforChrist]

This poem strikes a chord in many young women's hearts, and will continue to do so for many years to come. Great job and keep writing! :)

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you so much for leaving such encouraging thoughts behind. I really appreciate it.

[Tom]

A melancholy penned poem although somber in subject, it strikes a poetic chord deep within the readers psyche!

Quality writing !

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you for such a very nice comment, Tom. It means a lot to me.

[DW Collins]

Well said. Great poem that will touch many.

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you! I really appreciate your stopping by and leaving such nice thoughts behind.

[Mulligitawny]

Love this style of stiletto sentences, very powerful imagery and beautiful words. Leads me to believe you have lost someone very close to you that didnt have a chance to make it very far into the world. My condolences, correct me if im wrong. Keep writing. Its great work.

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thanks for your insightful comment. I very much appreciate your encouraging words.

[bobc]

Yes...sweet and sad. Well done here...bobc

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you so much. I appreciate your review a lot and I hope your day is a sunny one.

[Lily Mae]

I know this feeling all to well "she is golden sunlight".... Whew ...straight to my heart . Xo

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you for leaving behind such a nice comment. I will read your poetry soon - have to run to work now, sigh . . .