My Sister And The Gift

I wrote this after my sister bought a new car and gave me her old one.

I sit here,

reflecting on her generosity.

Thank you...

two small words.

Sometimes,

they just can't convey the gratitude.

 

My life, my daughter's life,

my grandkids, too,

have benefited, so much,

in so many ways,

through her gift to me...

 

the absolute essential transportation

to work and school,

my doctor's appointment every month

and then, there's the pharmacy after.

Oh, there are buses and taxi's,

but I would have to be having an extremely good day

(I never know!)

 

Taxi's are so expensive

and grocery shop by bus?

Laundry, groceries,

those are just the essentials.

 

What about the luxury

of a day at the beach,

my grandkids, daughter and me?

A little one, all excited,

needs a ride to a birthday party

and countless other things.

 

Then, there is the healing

to my soul, when the pace

has been too much

and alone I go,

a slow ride atop Mt. Helix,

taking time for me...

 

thank you, 

two small words.

Sometimes,

they just can't convey

the gratitude. 

 

 

Reviews

[jen -- JG]

Thank You. Two little words that say such a lot and sometimes leave so much un-said.

In your case, your sister KNEW what you needed and gave with love. Each time she sees you use the car, each time she becomes aware of how much having it helps you in your daily life, each time she sees you being independent and managing on your own - she KNOWS how thankful you are.

If you haven't already done so, print this poem out and gve it to her and watch her face light up.

A beautiful write.

Well done

Jen

[Pink Poison]

It's true that often words can't convey the depth of feeling we wish to express. This poem does a beautiful job of expressing your gratitude though. Your sister sounds like a very special person to see what you needed and give it to you. The ability to get around by one's self is taken for granted by so many of us. This is a wonderful reminder that the things we take for granted can be easily taken away, and that others would give anything to have something we never think about, like the ability to get from place to place with ease. Very good write.

[Mark D. Chevalier]

How very touching Barbara. It reflects those times in our lives when the better nature of the human condition shows itself. I could tell this poem came straight from the heart. You are truly blessed to have sister that cares for you in such a dramatic fashion. Cudos!
Mark

[Silent Kim aka mizmetap..]

Another strongly written piece. You show much love for your family and that's the way it should be. so often the words you are saying are said when they can't hear. Inspiring writing.

[JC]

The bond between sisters is like no other. For me and my sisters, we were either best friends or worst enemies growing up. I think we have finally hit a stride that we ignore that which annoys and focus on what is good about each other.

The heartfelt gratitude is evident through the whole piece and I hope she gets to see this.
Nice flow. Like with other pieces I have reviewed, I would suggest separating the stanzas.

Suggestion:
benefitted (benefited).

JC

[Samuel Dickens]

It sounds like she gave you a car. If so, I'm sure she was happy to show her love, and she'll be blessed for it. I did the same thing about a year ago when my brother passed, leaving his wife with a clunker that only he could have kept going. My wife got a new car, my sister-in-law got a low mileage dependable car, and everybody was happy. That's how it is when you love one another.