Where the Loddon Lily Grows

I have laid him to rest

where the Loddon lily grows,

I have laid him to rest 

where the winter winds will blow

I have laid him to rest

where no one else shall know

And though my heart is aching

my soul is torn and breaking,

I have laid him to rest,

I have laid him to rest.

Reviews

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Your poem is so touching Chris. It is a beautiful elegy, a dirge that sings mournfully. A Loddon lilly must eloquently symbolize life and loss. “I have laid him to rest..where no one else shall know”- a forbidden love or a love too precious to share perhaps? The graceful symmetry, lyrical words, rhyme and repetition enhance the deep emotion evoked in the lines. “I have laid him to rest”-yes, but never to be forgotten. Amazing write.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Annette, what a beautiful response. Yes, never forgotten. Thank you so much.

Chris

[Jimmy Yetts]

Heartrending chant.
You "have laid him to rest" but it does not appear that--when it comes to this passing--
you will soon find any rest, for yourself.
A grievous, grievous loss.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Jimmy for giving this oldie an airing. Most appreciated.

Chris

[Lea Sheryn]

Heart touching and sentimental. Your words carry your thoughts.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks for your visit and review. Much appreciated.

Chris

[Lea Sheryn]

You're welcome, Chris.

[Stella Armour]

Ah , now i know where the Lodden Lily grows because i google it and what a lovely surprise i had.

Is the place you chose because of loving memories ? ... i suspect so

A beautiful write :)

[Chris Shaw]

Sorry Stella for the late response. I don't know how I missed saying thank you, but I will now.
read moreSorry Stella for the late response. I don't know how I missed saying thank you, but I will now.

Chris

[Stella Armour]

not to worry Chris :)

[R.E. Ray]

A touching tribute to a true love, maybe a secret one or one that ask you to bury him in a remote place, or maybe one you had to bury in your deep in your mind. Thank you for sharing, Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks R E Ray for your visit. Your thoughts truly appreciated. All good wishes.

Chris

[Lydia Shutter]

Such deep emotion in this one, Chris. A mournful tribute to one you loved. Perhaps to one no one can know you loved. The words leave a lot to the imagination. I really liked this one. Lydi**

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Lydi** for your lovely review. Most appreciated.

Chris

[AYVID N]

I just had to look at pictures of the Loddon Lily as I read this touching poem. The flower is white, a color so reminiscent of endings and sorrow but also of peace, purity of love and serenity. The repetition of the concluding lines drives home the pain of finality in your gentle and beautiful words.

[Chris Shaw]

The Loddon lily is uncommon. It blooms in a few special places, one of them on a small uninhabited island that I visit when boating. The flower is everything you say and that is why it is so fitting for this poem. Thank you DIVYA for your lovely thoughts.

Chris

[AYVID N]

It is such a pleasure to read you, dear friend.

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

Every time I read this I want to go to a gardening shop and buy and plant xx love it

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Julie. I love buying plants myself. I appreciate your visit.

Chris

[Einstein Noodle]

i learn so many things from your poetry Chris ... had to look up lodden lilly ;) .. repetition works in this one the way it should .. powerful .. emphatic ... strong voice ... this is a poem to take with me every day .. we pick up and cleave to "stuff" continually .. tho it drags us down .. that purposeful "letting go" "putting away" ... laying to rest .. is the quiet wisdom of a life well lived says i! ... Amen! ;)
E.

[Chris Shaw]

Hello Mr E and many thanks for your beautiful and understanding review. It is incredibly hard to let go of something or someone that you know is having an adverse effect on you and your well being, even though there is love there. That my poetry teaches you stuff is beyond my dreams. I thank you so much.

Chris

[Einstein Noodle]

oh..your a corker Christine Anne Shaw! never disappointed reading your "stuff" :)

[Chris Shaw]

Now you have just charmed me again and given me my second smile of the day :)

[Einstein Noodle]

:) ................... and you me! :)

[Papaya]

The poem is beautifully composed. Its message felt.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Ana for calling on this one. Much appreciated.

Chris

[Papaya]

you're welcome Chris :)