the grip on grief

the grip on grief

 

 

slip your sorrow into my hand

i will clasp it firmly 

crush it between familiar fingers.

 

these palms have held alms for a poor heart

my emotions also suffered destitution 

 

but restitution through touching your sadness

and letting it evaporate into my skin

 

makes life easier to hold

for both of us.

 

 

erin-cilberto

1/31/16

Reviews

[David Scott]

The is so gentle and giving Jacob. I really enjoyed the calm I found here.
My mind went to gripping so tight you cannot open your hand and let go... before I read the body of the poem. Then your words actually offered an emotional release.

Very powerful words to those who need them.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

thank you for your words, David.

j.

[iand63]

Beautiful. Simply beautiful

[jacob erin-cilberto]

thank you, ian............

j.

[Lydia Shutter]

The compassion and empathy in this one is heartfelt. When a friend cares, it makes things much easier to bear. Knowing someone understands makes a big difference. Lydi**

[jacob erin-cilberto]

thank you for your words, Lydi...

j.

[Alfred Kukitz]

The biggest hands, the biggest heart and fingers around the sufferer's dream. One sadness leaving the Earth. Thank you kind man!

Regards,
Al

[jacob erin-cilberto]

love the insight in your review, Al...thank you.

j.

[gabrielle]

Our burden and pain became lighter when there's someone who constantly shows us that we are not alone in facing them. In terms of relationship, it would be most ideal to provide strength and support when a partner is going through sorrow. Beautifully done, jacob

[jacob erin-cilberto]

yes, it would and is gabrielle...i thank you for your words,

j.

[Jimmy Yetts]

Getting a grip on another's grief--while continuing to carry a virtual grip full of grief.
You are burdened with sorrow; it has become almost comfortable.
You are often happier when you're sad.
Unfortunately, well within the human condition.
A profoundly perceptive piece of work, O Brilliant Bard of Carbondale!

[jacob erin-cilberto]

thank you for your kind words, Jimmy---locally we actually have some damn good poets...not on here though...but so good--kathy cotton is one...i believe you can find her work on line...she mixes words with art and is phenomenal...


thank you again...

j.