A Second Daughter Departs

(sonnet, written for a friend who lost another daughter)

We lose a daughter, then we lose another, yet find much sympathy that comes from all; and know such sympathy will reach a mother with many words that spring with every call. We know the pain we dread and much ordeal give such a state of mind that brings us sorrow; and such a state of heart that makes us feel a pain we dread may still be here tomorrow. And yet compassion comes our way from others, from friends and neighbours living far and near, yes, all those folk, and many who are mothers, will bring us solace, and a dash of cheer. So that which often brings us all some sadness will come with friendship that will give us gladness. (January 2022)

Author's Note

This was written for someone I know who lost two daughters.

Reviews

[jacob erin-cilberto]

how tragic that is, to lose two.
This poem hits me this morning. It is the birthday of a friend who lost his daughter...in the worst way...

she disappeared about 5 years ago...they have never found her.

friendship must help some, but it can never close the wound.
j.

[Andrew John]

Thank you, Jacob.