Do Not Cry

Do not cry for me, for I would not cry for you.

I am the sunshine that warms your cheek.

I am the laughter of the rain.

I am the shadow beside you and I have not gone.

 

Do not mourn for me, for I would not mourn for you.

Recall on happier times, and with gladness in your heart.

For it is in your memories, where I will remain and live on.

 

 

Do not grieve for me, for I would not grieve for you.

Instead rejoice, for where I am there is no pain or sorrow.

There is only light, and peace.

Know that I am happy and I am free.

Author's Note

Written for my brother in law, when his sister passed away.

Reviews

[jfk]

As someone who has lost, this poem is uplifting and gives hope. Two powerful qualities not to be underrated. Thank you. Perhaps my favorite line is "I am the laughter of the rain". Often rain is associated with sadness and grief, and I am one who likes to walk, run, and even dance in the rain. It does laugh.

jfk

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

Wow this is really an emotional piece... such beauty in the sadness for we must remember the great things someone has passed brought to our lives yet we must still move forward to honor their memory. Very touching work.

[Barbara Walker]

I know the positive's in this poem outbalanced the negative in the words,"I will not cry for you, will not grieve for you, will not mourn for you". I know the point of the poem is to say your spirit lives on in other ways, but I still can't get past the negative connotation, just seems kind of mean. I think the meaning of the poem would have stood out just as strongly without the negative. It's a very strong poem, with great flow and imagery and it's just that tone that took away from it for me. Just my opinion. It's a really nice piece. Barbara

[Arthur Henn]

Thank You!

[jen -- JG]

An amazing poem and filled with so many truths because when the entire truth be told we mainly grieve for ourselves when we lose someone close. We cry because we hurt and your words offer a different hope for that - yes we can grieve but let the memories lead us- let the happy times help us live.

Thank you for reminding us with this beautiful poem.

Jen-JG

[Melody P-]

this is beautiful** very well put and the truths of what one may see as tragic times, generally is not the case..
a great reminder and so wonderfully written;)
Great Write!

[Eagle Cruagh]

This is an inspirational poem, like a prayer.
You have a gift, the gift of painting word
pictures that are uplifting and bright.
This is my FAVORITE.
Thank YOu,
---- Eagle Cruagh

[Damien Dsoul]

I thought the first lines were a bit harsh, but from further reading, I got to feel and understand the logic behind the irony.

[Mark Pearce]

A wonderfully complete and simple statement acknowledging the continuance of life.

The fact that it was written for a particular instance likely adds gravitas to the piece.

[C]

Wow. This is really one of the first times that I've ever been lost for words, and I mean that litterally, and also EXTREMELY positively. This is a very beautiful poem, and I love the simplicity of it. Absolutely amazing job.