Where the Loddon Lily Grows

Where the Loddon Lily Grows

A Poem by Chris Shaw

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.

© 2019 Chris Shaw


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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.

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

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

Chr.. read more



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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.


Posted 4 Years Ago


Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

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

Chris
Heart touching and sentimental. Your words carry your thoughts.

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

Many thanks for your visit and review. Much appreciated.

Chris
Lea Sheryn

5 Years Ago

You're welcome, Chris.
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 :)


Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

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

5 Years Ago

not to worry Chris :)
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.

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

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

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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**

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

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

Chris
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.

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

The Loddon lily is uncommon. It blooms in a few special places, one of them on a small uninhabited i.. read more
AYVID N

5 Years Ago

It is such a pleasure to read you, dear friend.
Every time I read this I want to go to a gardening shop and buy and plant xx love it

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

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

Chris
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.

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Einstein Noodle

5 Years Ago

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

5 Years Ago

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

5 Years Ago

:) ................... and you me! :)
The poem is beautifully composed. Its message felt.

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

5 Years Ago

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

Chris
Papaya

5 Years Ago

you're welcome Chris :)

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Berkshire, United Kingdom



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