THERE'S ALWAYS SOMETHING

Holidays are not always happy for everyone...

THERE'S ALWAYS SOMETHING

There's always something, she would say
To thank the Lord for every day.
I knew she spoke those words in truth,
But some days I can be aloof.

Today has been one of "those" days.
I find it difficult to pray.
The passing of my only son,
Fills up my thoughts 'till setting sun.

I know he's in a better place,
And someday I will see his face...
But I am weary of my lot
That leaves me lonely and besot. 

The days seem long and nights so cold,
And pardon me to be so bold.
There's always something not "quite right"...
Because you're never in my sight.
***
"Forever missing you my son."

Reviews

[GypsyMoonCat]

My heart aches for your loss as I read another beautiful tribute to his memory. Poets like you don't come along very often. I confess to writing free verse as well as rhyme, and I'm happy as a little piggie to find someone who writes beautifully in that classic, rhymed and metered form. Thank you again xo

[Miss Sharon]

You have just made my day sweetums! Thanks ever so much. ~Sharon

[Valentine]

Having lost a child, my husband , parents, etc. I know the loss you are feeling. Heaven is something I am looking forward to as we get to see them again. Valentine

[Miss Sharon]

I am so sorry for the losses in your life sweetie. But our "hope of the believer" gives us so much to look forward to. AND....I will get to meet you face to face and give you a big "sister" hug! Praying for you during the holidays my friend. ~Sharon

[Paul Bell]

Yes, sometimes look on the bright side doesn't cut it.
Actually words don't usually cut it either.
But you know that yourself.
The poem you posted can be a great tribute to your son. If it helps, post more.

[Miss Sharon]

Thank you for your kind review of this write! ~Sharon

[Shabeeh Haider]

My heart reaches out to you. You have indeed faced a huge trial, a loss that no parent can ever overcome.
May God bless you always.
You have expressed your thoughts in a very sweet and heart felt way.

[Miss Sharon]

Thank you so much for a lovely and compassionate response to this write! ~Sharon

[Shabeeh Haider]

It is my pleasure. Stay blessed.

[Sapientiam]

It is during these holidays that makes us thankful for the smallest things in our lives, as well as the large things... I am so sorry for the loss of your son (you must have heard this a billion times...) and I know it must not be easy during these happy holidays. I lost my sister a couple days after Christmas, so that holiday always pushes me into sorrow and longing... Nothing ever seems to be right, like you say, because their presence makes our lives whole and without them... Well, you already know. I really liked this, great job...!

[Miss Sharon]

Thank you so much for your kind and compassionate response to this write. I really appreciate you! I am so sorry for the loss of your sister. I can "feel" your pain and sorrow. May it lesson in time. ~Sharon

[jacob erin-cilberto]

sometimes Thanksgiving isn't just about being thankful for what we have...but also what we had...

even if lost too soon...your son was lucky to be loved so much by his mom.

j.

[Miss Sharon]

What a kind a loving thing to say Jacob! It means so much to me. Thank you! ~Sharon

[mattavelli]

Hello, Miss Sharon. I'm sorry you lost your son.

[Miss Sharon]

Thank you so much for your kindness! It has been 5 years but the pain is still so fresh. ~Sharon

[wordman]

holidays are a difficult time when we have suffered loses of loved ones,but you know he would not want you to suffer,and sharon you know where he is,and you know you will be there as well,but it wouldn`t surprise me if the lord may have let him take a peek at you today.. he is healthy and very much alive

[Miss Sharon]

Such a sweet and kind thing to say Ron. Thank you so much. ~Sharon