Lasting

Lasting

A Poem by Chris Shaw

for friendship is a cherished gift
it lifts, enriches, outlives time
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when death destroyed your beating heart
it cast a shadow over mine
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this morning as i sipped on tea
i swear i saw you wave at me

© 2020 Chris Shaw


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So touching piece this one, I just loved it. Friendship is a precious gift to treasure and cherish. Once a bond is created it remains with us forever. And no word can describe the void that lingers in our hearts when we lose that friend. I am quite touched by this.

Posted 3 Years Ago


2 of 2 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

3 Years Ago

A very special friend Sima who sadly died at 46 leaving behind three young children. She lived oppos.. read more
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3 Years Ago

So sad to hear this. Though her physical presence is absent but i know the eternal bond between you .. read more



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this is a whole lot more than just a little bit special .. succinct but to the point and otherwise superb :)
Neville

Posted 1 Year Ago


Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

Thank you Neville for such a warm review. I appreciate you bringing this one back to life. I was thi.. read more
Neville

1 Year Ago


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Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

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Poignant moving sentimental poem
Yes I believe it can happen
Beautiful Chris

Posted 1 Year Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

Thank you Julie. Pleased you stopped by.

Chris
You have touch something different but never forgotten we live by thoughts but never could this be in words you've capture what we want to hide, insite maybe but your words ring.
Thank you for sharing

Posted 1 Year Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

All interpretations are valid. The poem belongs to the reader once it is published.
Mauricio Montoya

1 Year Ago

Anything written is the writer but what makes it a joyful reading is that you wrote it
Thank.. read more
Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

Thank you my friend .
Such a sad yet beautiful post. I can relate because I lost a lifelong friend last year to lung cancer. She never smoked at all. I still miss and cry for her. Thank you for writing my feelings and those of many others I am sure. ~Sharon

Posted 1 Year Ago


Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

Dear Sharon, I am sorry for your loss. It is hard losing good friends. This is an old poem. She has .. read more
So beautiful, it must be such a beautiful feeling to at least have experienced such lasting friendships. Not everyone is as lucky, but I am glad you were.

Posted 1 Year Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

Thank you Fairy. She was special and I do consider myself lucky for having known her. Good to see yo.. read more
I could feel the sadness in this brief but powerful poem tha was written deeply from the heart. Beautiful Chris.

Posted 1 Year Ago


Chris Shaw

1 Year Ago

An old poem will out for a breath of air. She has been gone a long time but is still missed. Thank .. read more
Oh this is so vivid, it punched me in the gut! I sensed how time heals our grief but somewhere within, the undercurrent of missing them is so alive and a little breeze or anything in the moment brings them back as if they're there right in front of us. Dear Chris, this poem of few words had a very powerful effect on me!

Posted 3 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

3 Years Ago

Thank you DIVYA for your encouragement. You are much appreciated.

Chris
Wow, The ending had an emotional punch to it.

Posted 3 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

3 Years Ago

Thank you Dale. Appreciate you checking in. All good wishes.

Chris
I am also sure you saw that wave
And she wouldn't be waving if she didn't want you knowing she is ok.
I love when I can feel another's writing
Like this
Only
This takes a certain belief to feel
Quite beautifully written

Posted 3 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

3 Years Ago

Thank you Tepo for leaving such a lovely comment. Much appreciated.

Chris
I can swear with You too dear Chirs, as I believe like You do... just because they left to the other side it doesn't mean that they don't connect with us, they do in their own spiritual ways, some people are aware of that, others are not. I'm sorry for Your loss, still Your poem evokes warm feelings of love and tranquility.

Posted 3 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

3 Years Ago

Dear lightsong, your visit and review so welcome. Thank you.

Chris

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Berkshire, United Kingdom



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Albert, my paternal grandfather introduced me to Tennyson when I was nine. I have loved poetry ever since but did not attempt writing a single piece until I was 40. It's never too late to try somethin.. more..

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