Butterfly Wings

 

 

a life within me

but never born

she is golden sunlight

dancing on a daisy

she is butterfly wings

gracing her mother's garden

I never saw her face

nor held her in my arms

but I dream her smiles

and hear her laughter

between wakeful moments

on moonlit nights

when a part of me

still feels her deep within

and forgets the emptiness

 

 

 

 

Author's Note

Graphic credit: Google Images

Reviews

[Linda Marie Van Tassell]

Please don't think that I say this lightly or in jest; but this is, hands down, the absolute best poem that I have EVER read regarding a mother's feelings toward her miscarried child. Each word, each line glimmered like the sun bursting forth on a rainy day. You captured the sadness; but overwhelmingly, you captured the love that, captured for a moment, can outshine a thousand lifetimes of sadness.

I don't doubt for a moment that this really happened to you, as the words are from your heart. I can feel the heartbeat and the pulse of life within.

A dear friend of mine just suffered the same loss. I am so sorry for yours, but I have so say that she left such a memorable touch on your heart that it gave life to a beautiful, beautiful poem.

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your very gracious review, Linda. I appreciate your words more than I can say.

[Pete A...]

Yes I agree Linda ,quite the Write ...thinking it one o the nicest reads ive had ever had the pleasure of readin ...

[Victoria PoetryBunny]

A sad but lovely write in a short space but it makes an impact with its message.

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you, Victoria, for your very gracious review. It means a lot to me.

[icelandicblue]

There is an otherworldly quality to your words. The delicacy and imagery are beautiful.

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you, Anne. I really appreciate your reviewing this poem. It means a lot to me.

[Mark Heathcote]

This so ethereal a lovely read thanks for sharing it.

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you, Mark. I really appreciate your reading my work and leaving your thoughts behind They make writing more worthwhile.

[Renée]

so tender and sweet is this song ..to one never held in your arms, but always in your heart... touches deeply and makes me smile at the same time...

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you for reading my poem and leaving such nice thoughts behind, Renee.

[Renée]

my pleasure, Joyce

[Michael G. Smith]

This touched my heart on a day when I needed this. Thank you so much. You have no idea what this poem means to me, it's already in my favorites as of seconds ago.

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you, M. G. I am very sorry that you had a hard day. I hope my poem gave you some comfort. I very much appreciate your taking the time to read my poem and leave your thoughts behind.

[Michael G. Smith]

I left a few but took some with me, lol. Plz read my poem Where do the butterflies

[Joyce S. Greene]

Could you send me a Read Request for your poem, Mike? I can't find it among your many poems. If you do, I'll read it tomorrow. I'm exhausted tonight and have to give my eyes a break. Have a very nice evening.

[Michael G. Smith]

If you add me as friend unless you already are. I shall check.

[Joyce S. Greene]

Yes, I added you a couple of minutes ago. I will look for your poem tomorrow in my request box. Sleep well.

[Jeannear]

I really like this poem it's short and sweet but, at the same time tells a story....

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thanks Jeannear. I really appreciate your leaving such a nice review behind.

[Mark Heathcote]

Nicely written Joyce very wisp and ethereal…

[DrD]

I like very much the delicate treatment of this work. Imaginative with an odd profound viewpoint that is intriguing and lures a second read. Extremely well done.

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you very much. I like your work a lot, too.

[Muse]

This Muse is speechless, and I have already told you why. It pains me to feel the emotions being shared here. I can guess and ponder, but my gut speaks the loudest. The uncertainty you pen is something that only a Mother can comprehend.

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thanks, Muse. The tags on this poem tell the story. I truly appreciate your reading my poetry.

[Muse]

I didn't even look...

sorry :(

[Angi]

Oh Joyce, I know this poem, I do. Deep inside of me there is a place just like this. Oh, this has me tearing up. Angi~

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thank you, Angi. Many of us seem to share that place. I appreciate your very nice comment.

[Sanober]

An extremely poignant piece....the emotions are so powerful...those fleeting moments of solace are indeed beautifully captured. Touched me deeply...thank you for sharing this touching beauty.

[Joyce S. Greene]

Thanks again, Sanober, for leaving me such nice thoughts. I very much appreciate your words.