Loved Without Saying

( inspired by Neville’s poem The Look On His Face That Said Everything)

i didn’t get the chance to
tell my father how much he
meant to me

i feel sure in my bones he knew
and my blue mood is unnecessary yet
it is a regret for which I can’t
atone

curtains surrounded his hospital bed
they were drawn in mourning
it was a cold winter evening
he looked so alone

the dam burst
my tears fell on his closed eyes
then trickled down his pale
cheeks to dampen the new cotton
pyjamas purchased the day
before

i planted kisses on his brow
for each of my four siblings then
reluctantly after a while i stood
back to pause and look on his
much loved features

he had borrowed my tears
he was crying too

Reviews

[Betty Hermelee]

Chris my friend, this is so poignant, it reminded me of my father's last days and almost hoping in a way that he would close his eyes and silence would prevail; then he would be at peace....you certainly wrote an outstanding poem showing us your mood in this precious scene, making sure your dad heard you and I do think he did...and how you exchanged tears right before the end....and how stunning he looked .....
Warmly, B

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Betty. I appreciate your thoughts. Have a great weekend.

Chris

[Betty Hermelee]

You're very welcome dear Chris... and have a sunny weekend!
Warmly, B

[Patricia Wedel]

Whoa… a soft goodbye that has touched my 💜 Heart and Soul. gently, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Pat. I arrived too late to say goodbye and to say what I wanted to say.

read moreThank you dear Pat. I arrived too late to say goodbye and to say what I wanted to say.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

Your Father knows… when our loved ones pass they surely must be our Guardian Angels. 💗 love and Peace… ✌️ Pat

[Sami Khalil]

Very sad and touching Chris; it is so hard to lose a loved one indeed. I can relate. Their memories bring back good and tough times.
An honor poem.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Sami. I appreciate your thoughtful response and your understanding.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome Chris

[Writer at last! Sky ~]

Would had been the most toughest moment of your life. Great work Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you my friend for your understanding. It was tough indeed and still saddens me thirty years later. I appreciate your visit.

Chris

[Writer at last! Sky ~]

I can relate with your pain Chris. Losing loved ones is always tuff. Thanks for sharing.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Em. Sadly for some reason, could not respond directly to you. Must be technical reasons eh? Happy Easter to you.

Chris

[emmajoygreen]

Beautifully sad, Chris. Your words remind me ..