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In Memory of Nomi's Wife, Yvonne

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Comment from Julie Helms
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Your poem brought tears to my eyes. I do not know the person in view here, but you've written such a beautiful tribute, filled with hope yet for the future.
I was really touched.
Julie

 Comment Written 09-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2024
    Blessings, Julie!

    Yvonne is with the Lord, looking down upon Nomi with love.

    In time? A glorious reunion!

    Karenina
Comment from judiverse
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What a poignant story! To think she died just two days after their wedding anniversary. It is comforting that she died peacefully in her sleep. Excellent rhyme. You described beautifully the circumstances of her death. What a comforting line, "You live in my heart." That is so true. Sounds like a wonderful marriage. judi

 Comment Written 09-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2024
    Love is truly Eternal.

    Yvonne and Nomi will be reunited in Jesus' name!

    Thank you,

    Karenina
Comment from Cindy Decker 3
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Karenina,
This heartfelt poem I hope is a great comfort to Nolan. I'm sure it is. Your poignant words give us all hope of reuniting with our loved ones some day.
I especially loved the last stanza.
Great sentiment, Karenina.
Best wishes,
Blessings,
Cindy

 Comment Written 09-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2024
    God bless Nomi at this time...

    "There is no place wider than that of grief"--- Pablo Needs

    Thank you.

    Karenina
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2024
    Sorry, typo ...
    That quote is from Pablo Neruda.
Comment from tempeste
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Ciao Karenina!

I am not familiar with Nomi but I read your notes.

You wrote a beautiful , heartfelt poem to describe the passing of Nomi's beloved wife.

She went sweetly in her sleep. (It's how I hope to die.)

For Nomi it will be hard without Her , they spent a life time together.


 Comment Written 09-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2024
    Maya Angelou wrote:

    "..when great souls die,
    after a period peace blooms..."

    I wish this for Nomi!

    Thank you,

    Karenina
Comment from Pam (respa)
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-Very nice image and presentation, Karenina.
-Thanks for the notes.
-Your wrote a very good poem for nomi
that he will appreciate.
-I like the style you chose and the
aspects of their relationship,
starting with the vows they shared.
-You do a good job with the verse
about the angels coming.
-A very good concluding verse.
-Thanks for sharing it.

 Comment Written 09-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2024
    Thank you.

    Shakespeare wrote:

    "To weep is to make less the depth of grief."

    We cry because we love!

    Karenina
reply by Pam (respa) on 10-Sep-2024
    You are welcome and thanks for sharing in your reply.
Comment from LateBloomer
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Karenina, this poem is so soft and heartfelt. I know that it will bring comfort to Nomi during his time of grief. Of special note:

I slept by your side
for fifty-one years.
My beautiful bride
had not disappeared.

(How blessed were they. They shared a lifetime together.)

My deepest sympathy to Nomi and his family. Well done.

 Comment Written 09-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2024
    Thank you!

    Robert Browning wrote:

    "O thou soul of my soul! I shall clasp thee again,
    And with God be the rest!"

    May it be so with Nomi...

    Karenina
Comment from LJbutterfly
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I've been married over 50 years and realize that in that amount of time, you become one person. I can't begin to imagine the grief Nomi is experiencing. Your beautiful poem is filled with tenderness and heartfelt emotion and expresses what Nomi must be thinking and feeling. I especially like the calming words, "We will meet again."

 Comment Written 09-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2024
    Helen Steiner Rice wrote:

    "For those who leave us for a while
    Have only gone away
    Out of a restless, care worn world
    Into a brighter day."

    I have been searching for poetry quotes that, I pray, will bring solace to Nomi.

    Karenina
Comment from Debi Pick Marquette
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OMGosh this is gorgeous and it is my favorite style too. I love that you used the info that Nomi gave us as it is so personal and meaningful to him. He will read the sweet verse and know that his dear love may be gone but she is with the Lord. And she is only a whisper away.

I loved your ABAB rhyming stanzas and love how you personalized this so beautifully for Nomi. Thanks for joining the book K. Love it. Virtual 6, but it is worth so much more. Thanks again.

 Comment Written 09-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2024
    Thank you for beginning this book! I hope Nomi finds comfort among the words we offer, like flowers!

    Rumi wrote:

    "Your body is away from me,
    But there is a window open
    From my Heart to Yours.
    From this window, like the moon,
    I keep sending news secretly to You."

    I have spent the evening searching for poetry from the masters -- hoping, in time,
    Nomi will find solace...

    Karenina
reply by Debi Pick Marquette on 09-Sep-2024
    That is lovely
Comment from GWHARGIS
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This was a lovely poem. It put into words the life they shared and the grief he will have for a long time. Fifty one years is a very long time and waking up alone will be hard to get used to. Beautifully written. Gretchen

 Comment Written 09-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2024
    Thank you.

    Anne Bronte wrote:

    "Farewell to thee! but not farewell
    To all my fondest thoughts of thee:
    Within my heart they still shall dwell;
    And they shall cheer and comfort me."

    I have spent the evening searching for words to offer Nomi...

    Karenina
Comment from patcelaw
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Say very well written and comforting poem for our friend Nomi on the recent loss of his wife Yvonne. I enjoyed very much reading it and I do hope it will bring comfort to this gentlemen. Patricia.

 Comment Written 09-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2024
    Thank you.

    Max Ehrmann wrote:

    "...And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. Therefore be at peace with God..."

    (I have been searching for poetic quotes by the masters to offer to Nomi, should he wish to read them.)

    Karenina