Empathy & tea...

~for a dear friend in her time of loss x

Felt your tears slide down my cheek

my own heart heavy in compassion

sympathy & tea just wouldn't suffice

empty words echo'd in my breath,

intended meaning lost in pain's translation

there are no sentiments well meaning enough

to heal the angst in time of need's cries

a friend's warm hand & heart is all I can offer

         & a candle to help lighten your dark path

Author's Note

Reviews

[KeeD]

I'm sorry for your friends lost, hope he/she is doing better and has the strength to move forward. Your sentiments were so comforting and needed and I'm sure your friend is lucky to have you. I know I can always count on you whatever the situation be and that is just a part of why you're such an amazing person.

[Frieda P]

I'm always at a loss for words in these sad situations of loss since I know full well there are NO words that help, thanks so much Kee.

[Cassie]

I am sure your friend felt condoled by this.

[Lady Glitter]

Your compassionate verse reads like a quiet and soothing song. I especially like this, "...a friend's warm hand & heart is all I can offer..." Most of the time we don't know what to say to someone who is grieving, but want to say something that is not trite. Sometimes it is enough to just listen, or in the absence of conversation to just sit quietly with the hurting person. I think that this 8th line in your poem illustrates that the best.

[s y e]

I am sorry to hear about your friend. I am sure your kind words will mean the world to her when she reads them. She is lucky to have you as a friend, Mama F. xo

[redflutterby]

I can never thank you enough for this lovely poem and song...in my darkest hours your words are like a candle to my heart. My dear sweet friend...xo

[Wórdsmíth]

Your sentiments are powerful with the words. Very painful write, yea .. it's very sad to lose someone especially the one we loved with the heart .. Wonderful poem, my friend ;)

[Frieda P]

Thanks so much, poor woman lost two dear to her heart within two days time...sad indeed. Muchly appreciate your kind words.

[Wórdsmíth]

Your welcome, Oh .. I`m very sorry to hear this, my friend .. I hope the things've become better with the time with you ... May God bless you! It's always a pleasure to read your words.

[Frieda P]

You're so sweet to say, thanks again.