Glory

Glory

 

Darkness engulfed the day with looming like night,

solemn remembrance - from beginning to end

Lies the dawn that showered all with purest light,

morning's misting kiss blown to a parting wind

 

Brightest shimmer from sun faded to gray,

all morrows forthwith - 'neath lusterless skies

Upon pursed lips moist dew becomes sprinkled clay,

the stirring breezes echo our tearful sighs

 

Assorted flowers align the parlor's wall,

a façade of  beauty,  'till stems and petals dry

Sums of which we are - then death comes to call,

seen shades at a wake, but true blossoms never die

 

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Kindred to whispers from an angel's heart,

blessings of virtue leads final journey's way

Paradise within sight - hallowed souls depart,

new faces for Heaven - gifted eternal stay

 

Lasting touch of kindness adorned with a smile,

cherished thoughts held dear - forever about you

Taken too soon - but a life so worthwhile,

still striving to follow the glory we knew

 

© C.E.Vance

 

Dedicated to that special someone that everyone should have known.