Our Last Goodbye

Trying to find the words, cutting and twisting like a knife in my heart waiting and hoping that this pen would move and flow to this sad song, the haunting memories of you.

 

I've been called selfish for wanting you here. You should be here. But only your fading memories stands before me, with your angelic smile or witty remarks hanging sweetly from your lips. The quirkiness of your own personality, the things I miss the most about you. You were the strong bonds of our family that kept us high up in face of our families tragedies.

 

But losing you was a far greater tragedy.

 

The faint whispers of screaming through dark hallways of those suffering...waiting for the time when the angels leave their posts to collect the souls of the dead. I knew this day would come as you slipped in and out of illness, so close to death. You held on til the very end. Flickering lights told me this was to be the end as you blink without words I try to prepare myself for the worst as I try to hold on to your lessons. Be strong, I'll always be with you, you whisper to me with one final "I love you". With a kiss on the cheek, and your smile quickly fading - we say our last goodbye.

 

Reviews

[*~Imperfectly Me~*]

Wow, I think anyone who has dealt with a family member's or friend's death can relate to this piece. It captured my attention and brought tears to my eyes. This piece is captures the emotions very well. Great Job!

[Y.F.]

I can truly understand your pain, better than I would ever want to. Loss is something we all have to deal with, some more than others. It doesn't get any easier.

[Valentine]

When one has lived through the story of this poem...they can feel your hurt and remember their own when they also lost a loved one..lol and God bless..Kathie

[Dayran]

To experience death against backdrop promises of immortality, is a challenge to any faith or friendship. To return to say, that is the way of the flesh, is to bring a new perspective to our experiences. It redeems life as does your poem.

[These Haunted Hallways]

Holy...Wow!! Man, this is such a very sad piece! So very moving and deeply sad :( Im so sorry if this really happened, and i send my condolences. Such a deep and heartfelt piece with amazing emotion! *Hugs*

M.

[Thomas Fitzgerald]

"I Love You", could there be a more perfect phrase for the feelings you conjure in your readers, awe inspiring, well done, great read.