Fly Free Again

My gift to my sister Lee on her birthday.

Broken wings, no flight in sight
what caused you to be broken
your flutterby midway interrupted
no explanations spoken

Your colors still shine through
your will and strength apparent
you spread your cheer so easily
your enthusiam quite fervent

Don't let those torn wings take you down
your elegance is very much still present
you loom above the rest of us
even in the midst of your torment

Reminder of carefree sunny days 
your beauty still resounding
nothing can keep you bound
no one can keep you grounded

So fly away with broken wings
overcome your imperfections
be a brilliant symbol for us all
in your magnificent resurrection 

Reviews

[Shaun Payton]

I just cried. Some say 'why let these thoughts linger?' I say to them shut up. You are not the particular individual, and we all deal with things differently. Very sad about your sister. Sharing this may help someone, and that is in understanding we all have people who love us. A friendship ♡ Frieda.

[Frieda P]

Thanks so much Shaun, your sweet sentiments truly touched my heart, this was her birthday and my gift to her, much appreciate you kind friend.

[Shaun Payton]

You are welcome Frieda:)

[Cassie]

I see sadness in your page right now, so sorry once more about your sister lee. Nice gift you got her

[Frieda P]

Thanks again Cassie...

[NeiL ArandA]

I felt lonely and sad after i read your piece .I wish i had someone that love and care like that .

[Frieda P]

Thanks again Neil, your sweet sentiments are always muchly appreciated, she was an amazing woman, and my best friend, like a daughter in some ways too. I took care of her since she was an infant....

[NeiL ArandA]

You have a big heart .

[redflutterby]

I know how much you loved her...more then a sister because of your age difference. Like a mother you tried to protect her. The pictures of her don't do justice to her beauty...both inside and out. Such a vibrant soul but like you so hurt on the inside. The choice she made left many unanswered questions and so much heart ache. But I'm sure that wasn't her intent. I think some of us are to delicate to live this life...much like that butterfly you saw. I hope one day you will find peace with this...because I think that's what she would want. This is a beautiful write...though sad. xo

[Mark]

I've known people touched by suicide. It was very difficult for them and though I've had a lot of loved ones die, I can't imagine.

touched my heart with this one, it is so sweet, and positive. You are such a great writer.

[Frieda P]

Thanks so much Mark, much appreciate your sentiments here, it's the pain that keeps on giving unfortunately, there's never any closure or answers when someone departs by their own hand.

[icelandicblue]

I truly feel this one for you Frieda. We mourn and we celebrate and I am finding so often they look very much the same. Sweet thoughts to you.

[Frieda P]

I never thought of it that way blue, but I think you're so right, not easy to distinguish between the two. Thanks so much for your kindness.