Popping corks and laughter

Attended the opening of a garden room that is dedicated to the memory of Deb Daly who passed away last August.

Sometimes we forget the sadness
notice not your empty chair
as popping corks and laughter
fill the celebratory air,
but when your name is mentioned
and tales of you relayed,
the light dims briefly in our eyes
and on lips sad smiles are played,
because popping corks and laughter
with you walked hand in hand,
into our hearts where love you left
like footprints in the sand.

Author's Note

As with most posts there is no set structure

Reviews

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

I loved this dedication poem
When they hear it they will surely be happy to be remembered
Love this

[Gee]

Thank you Julie

[emmajoygreen]

A more than special poem.

[Gee]

For a more than special lady who is so, so missed.
Thank you for reading and commenting:)

[emmajoygreen]

I know.. and, although differently. understand why, Gee.

[Davidgeo]

I just cried a little...

you son of a b***h.

Well done.

[Gee]

Hi Dave, you would have loved Deb to bits. She was the life and soul, very funny and loved a drink and partying.
All that were fortunate enough to share her life miss her so, so much.
This poem was gifted to Grace, her daughter, alongside of one of our favourite photos of Deb :))
Thanks for dropping in, always appreciate your words.
Hope you are well

[hazy]

Those we love have a tendency to stick with us, even after they're gone from our lives. This is a beautifully written tribute, and has the gentle touch that seems to carry throughout all of your work. Thanks for sharing.

[Gee]

Thank you for popping in and leaving comments

[Soren]

This brought memories of my grandparents now long gone. A slight sadness but out weighed by the past laughter and happiness. Nicely written

[Gee]

Thank you Soren

[SleeplessVolcano]

Bitter sweet. Our celebrations have a sad tint when we remember those who can't be there. As Maroon 5 so eloquently put, "Cheers to the wish you were here, but you're not, 'cause the drinks bring back all the memories". Thanks for sharing.

[Gee]

Thank you sir

[Ken Simm.]

Excellent use of language in this memoirof sorts. It is exactly what most of us do.

[Gee]

Thank you Ken

[Makhabat]

Condolences for your loss. This is a poem of beauty for your friend that I think would be appreciated by her, even more than a garden room. You have a way of expressing grief very gently and I appreciate that skill and effort. Lovely dedication.

[Gee]

Again thank you:)
Deb had been a close friend for 45+ years, her husband for over 50 years. She is so, so missed.

[willweb]

Thought I would pop in and return the reading favors and I am glad I did. This is amazing. I read the line above and could picture each step through this wonderful poem. It feels fun and friendly and definitely from the heart.

[Gee]

Aye, Deb passed in August 2021, a cherished friend for over 45years who is so sadly missed.
Thanks for dropping in

[Coyote Poetry]

Hello dear friend. The poem told a real story. At family gathering. We remember people missed and make us know. A part of us is gone now. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Gee]

Thank you Coyote

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome my friend.