Funeral Tears

Linked to Wed 20th March 2013 poem. More about the day I didn't want to attend; but will always remember.

The man I have known all my life.

The man who has seen me grown.

The Boss. Strong and gentle.

He is strong. 

With a job to do, and a reputation to keep.

He’s always so quiet and so guarded.

Yet not today, how could he be?

“His mate…” He was your mate.

He was ours too! Everyone’s mate; everyone’s friend.

I saw your tears, ready to fall.

Did you see mine?

My heart was already breaking.

Seeing that genuine sadness from you broke it more. 

I wanted to reach out to her as she passed by, hug her deeply and honestly.

I felt the same towards you as you stood up there; alone as you clearly felt. 

I have known you all my life, you have been a big part of it; and always will be. 

I care for you as such, and want to comfort you. 

To wipe away all those funeral tears.

Reviews

[John Alexander McFadyen]

A very heartfelt personal piece with deep poignancy and emotion.

[Nicky Sarti]

Thank you.
Was a rough day; glad to have had friends there before and afterwards to help me get through it all.