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It’s funny, I never know when Lady Grief will arrive on my doorstep.
She walks in on silent feet, gazing at me, behind her veil, eyes full of mystery and compassion.
I sigh knowing that tears will be shed, heartache rendered,
and memories will linger on, reaching out to me, unbidden and unsaid.
If I try to rush Lady Grief out of my house, she’ll only return,
more determined than ever to make herself at home,
persistent and demanding.
So, what am I to do other than thank her for coming and welcome her in?
She reminds me that all who truly love,
will lose a beloved friend, family member or pet when even when we may not be ready to.
This time, she came yesterday, valise tucked in hand
ready to share with me long ago images of a mother and a little girl,
who never got to say goodbye to each other in a manner
that would have left them both complete and whole.
I impatiently tried to distract myself as Lady Grief,
peered over my shoulder, no matter what trick I did
to discourage her from peaking into my heart and mind.
Today, I thank her for her softness and fullness,
that she bestows upon my heart with gentle hands.
I weep remembering, rethinking and reawakening Easter memories,
delicate as lace tatting which smells like old English roses and the sweet green earth.
Mother and daughter stay connected in this world and the next,
knowing that one day, they’ll walk together again holding hands,
sharing giggles on a warm Summer’s day,
while Lady Grief quietly walks away, knowing her work is finally done.
This post is dedicated to my mother who loved Easter, her little girl and all things bright and beautiful.
She would sing this song to me every Easter morning…
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© 2011, Wendy S.. All rights reserved.
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Wendy, how breathtakingly lovely.
Wendy~ Happy Easter..what a beautiful post!
Smiles~
Cricket
Easter blessings to you, your Mom and Lady Grief too. And Miss Bella and Sele as well. The Goddess’s heart is big enough for all.
You were a cute kid!
(((HUGS)))
I LOVE Cat Stephens.
Love Leanne XXX
Beautiful post!! Sometimes it’s best to embrace Lady Grief when she comes for a visit. Happy Easter my friend!!
A Happy Easter to you, Wendy and your mother, Miss Bella and Sele too. <3
Extraordinary Beautiful Post !
I wish you have a wonderful time with your cats and family ! Happy Easter !
Your mom looks to have been a beautiful lady…inside and out. It’s good that you have such wonderful memories of her to pull out and cherish. This was a wonderful tribute to her.
Happy Easter, my friend!
Happy Easter Wendy. Thinking of you. x
Dear one…..I have never in my life read such a touching description of Lady Grief and how she reaches us. I also felt your closeness to your Mom. You are blessed for the remembering and for the feelings that you have. Don’t push them to the side but embrace them….you are a darling spirit.
I love Cat Stevens. This song is my husbands favorite. My daughter loves, I’m being followed by a Moon Shadow.
Thanks for sharing your truth.
The Olde Bagg, Linda
Beautiful post. Easter Blessings to you!
I love this song, it’s one of my favorites of all of his. Your post is so touching. Lady Grief touches me due to the death of my brother Jonathan when my daughter was 5 months old. He was 19. (If ANY of you get sleepy while driving and don’t pull off the road for a nap I will hunt you down like a dirty dog. Seriously.)
Your mother lives on in your heart and now in ours. Thank you.
Dear Wendy,
This was such a touching post. Your Mom will always be with you.
I too am familar with Lady Grief. My Mom died 5 years ago and although the pain has “softened” there are times when it just comes back so raw…those times I just let it come, to remember, for I never want to forget.
Hugs))
Dear Wendy, I am so so sorry I am late for this post. What a beautiful and loving tribute to your mother. Such wonderful photos and cherished memories. Big hug to you, my dearest friend. xoxo Theresa