By the early light of Christmas morn.

By the early light of Christmas morn.

she lay in her hospital bed.

Her newly wedded husband

holding her fragile hand

as she quietly slips away.

He smiles and fondly thinks

to himself,

feeling  sadness

as he wipes tears

from his eyes.

And says out loud with such

passion and understanding dying

real love.

I love you Emma and I always

will.

I know you are in heaven.

Resting with God,  by your side

at present.

And one day in the future.

We shall meet again and be

forever in eternal heavenly bliss

my dear sweet angel of a wife

I love and adore

and always will

forever more.

Reviews

[¿]

Farewell of an angel/beloved wife in a holy day is truly melancholic and maybe beyond that....the one who goes through such depressing incidents knows the real feeling of devastation....Sad and meaningful write at the same time..
Hope you're well dear Dawn...missed you....
LOL (lots of love)😁 *Hugs*

[PatrickPink]

An engaging piece with a truly beautiful sentiment to it. The whole poem is just full of raw emotion. I like the little rhyme at the end as well, it adds emphasis nicely and rounds out the poem wonderfully!

[katie]

This brought a tear to my eye. I feel the melancholy in your words when the husband says his goodbyes. Beautiful piece, Dawn.

[Onlyme]

Thank you that was so nice of you to say. bless you. Dawn

[bigfootprint]

Touching narrative tribute. I thought I was exchanging critiques with Dawn. But that is not a problem. This poem touches the heart and visits a topic dear the hearts of all who have laid a loved one to rest. The imagery is simple but strong, and the sentiments reflect strong convictions of Christian faith. Well done. I might have recast one line in the last verse: "And some day I will come too" to avoid duplicated meaning.

[wordman]

Happy New Year,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[DIVYA]

A poignant moment, beautifully captured, dear Dawn. Whatever shape the future takes, life will not be the same for him ever again. A touching poem.

[Onlyme]

Thank you Sweet DIVYA, hugs. Dawn.

[DIVYA]

🤗....💕 You’re most welcome, my friend

[Onlyme]

Bless you sweetheart, as I surly do. Dawn.

[Scott De Buitléi..]

Beautifully written, well done!

[Onlyme]

Thank you Scott.

[Crowley]

A sad reality written is such gracious tones. Had me tearing up here Girl...now I need a night out with you and your Girls!!! Well written Dawn!

[Onlyme]

Thanks you Crowley.

[Tamara Beryl Latham]

How painful for a husband to have to endure at Christmas time. Your words in this poem penetrate the soul. Keep writing and enjoy a wonderful Christmas. :-)

[Onlyme]

Tamara that was so kind of you to say. Bless you. Dawn.

[Tamara Beryl Latham]

And bless you too, Dawn. Have a wonderful New Year's celebration.

[wordman]

a beautiful christmas write

[Onlyme]

Thank you Ron.

[wordman]

you`re welcome,,merry christmas

[Patricia Wedel]

Beautiful feelings for her love that is slipping away. Some day we will follow and be united.
Our Spirit is a gift to be cherished. truly, Pat

[Onlyme]

Thank you, Patricia, for your thoughts. Dawn.