Healing Grief
some things lost can never be retrieved60 total reviews
Comment from spiceydog
Such a moving piece. This is a vivid illustration of loss. Although in the first read we assume that the narrator's loss is the result of an estrangement in the relationship -the surprising realization that this sorrow is a loss based on death only serves to emphasize the message - love and relationships should never be taken for granted. This is an exceptionally moving piece.
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2010
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Such a moving piece. This is a vivid illustration of loss. Although in the first read we assume that the narrator's loss is the result of an estrangement in the relationship -the surprising realization that this sorrow is a loss based on death only serves to emphasize the message - love and relationships should never be taken for granted. This is an exceptionally moving piece.
Comment Written 08-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2010
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spiceydog, thank you so very much. I appreciate your wonderful comments and review of my poetic offering. I apologize for just responding so very late. jlsavell
Comment from Aussie
I liked your poem's message of healing grief; one can never bring back the loved one lost nor close the gap until one lets go completly and then, and only then can you step forward to a new beginning and celebrate life. Well done my friend.
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2010
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I liked your poem's message of healing grief; one can never bring back the loved one lost nor close the gap until one lets go completly and then, and only then can you step forward to a new beginning and celebrate life. Well done my friend.
Comment Written 08-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2010
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Kay, girl..I am just now catching up with a ll my reviews..this is quite late, but no less heartfelt for the appreciation I have for you..again thank you..jlsavell
Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is so sad. it is very well written with good form, good flow, good meter, a wonderful poem that almost made me cry. i enjoyed reading it and the picture was brilliant
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2010
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this is so sad. it is very well written with good form, good flow, good meter, a wonderful poem that almost made me cry. i enjoyed reading it and the picture was brilliant
Comment Written 08-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2010
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sweetwoodjax, thank you so very very much for stopping by to read and review my poem. I am humbled by your six star, I must apologize for just responding, it is no less appreciated. thank you so very much. jlsavell
Comment from Warren Rodgers
This is a very sad and heartfelt poem describing a step along the path of grief. Written very well in rhyme and beautiful verse. I've traveled a similar road so this poem really struck my heart, I can easily relate. After almost four years now the grief is finally relenting as a new life emerges. But you will always have a special place in your heart and the grief will return to visit. All the best to you on a wonderful healing write. Warren
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2010
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This is a very sad and heartfelt poem describing a step along the path of grief. Written very well in rhyme and beautiful verse. I've traveled a similar road so this poem really struck my heart, I can easily relate. After almost four years now the grief is finally relenting as a new life emerges. But you will always have a special place in your heart and the grief will return to visit. All the best to you on a wonderful healing write. Warren
Comment Written 07-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2010
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Warren Rogers, once again thank you so very much for such a wonderful review. I apologize for just responding. I am aware of your loss and the deep love you have for your wife. Your poetry spills forth such beauty here in the halls of fanstory. Although this is true, it has been many many years back. As I told one reviewer, the pain never really lessens with time, perhaps it just softens and the emotions and tears that fall are gentle on wonderful never forgotten memories and not so much of unfathomable grief. again thank you so very much for your wonderful review and kind comments..jlsavell
Comment from Arkine
I can't imagine having to experience this. I have to feel bad for those that do. Belief that we'll eventually see our lost loved ones again is what get's most people through, though I imagine that can still feel terribly lonely. Nicely done on this!
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2010
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I can't imagine having to experience this. I have to feel bad for those that do. Belief that we'll eventually see our lost loved ones again is what get's most people through, though I imagine that can still feel terribly lonely. Nicely done on this!
Comment Written 07-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2010
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Arkine, thank you so very very much. I apologize for just responding. I appreciate you..jlsavell
Comment from Deejharrington
I loved the whole presentation and the picture of the roses. Grieving is such a personal process. We all take the steps individualy and uniquely. You expressed yours with great feeling and very eloquently.
dj
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2010
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I loved the whole presentation and the picture of the roses. Grieving is such a personal process. We all take the steps individualy and uniquely. You expressed yours with great feeling and very eloquently.
dj
Comment Written 07-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2010
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D.J.Harrington, thank you so much for reading and reviewing my poetic endeavors. I apologize for just responding. again thank you so very very much..jlsavell
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you're welcome
dj
Comment from bluedragon776
This is a truly, sad, heart wrentching poem. I loved the color scheme of pink against black. Thanks for sharing. Good Job.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2010
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This is a truly, sad, heart wrentching poem. I loved the color scheme of pink against black. Thanks for sharing. Good Job.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2010
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bluegragon776, thank you very much for stopping by to read and review my poetry. jlsavell
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no problem, a pleasure
Comment from adewpearl
Your quatrains have smooth flow and strong ABAB rhyming
the refrain prayer to God in italics works compellingly
How poignant as the speaker imagines she hears this man's robust laughter and then remembers that final goodbye - and then to have her put the rose on his grave at the end, that just blew me away. Brooke
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2010
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Your quatrains have smooth flow and strong ABAB rhyming
the refrain prayer to God in italics works compellingly
How poignant as the speaker imagines she hears this man's robust laughter and then remembers that final goodbye - and then to have her put the rose on his grave at the end, that just blew me away. Brooke
Comment Written 07-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2010
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hi Brooke, thank you so very very much. As always i appreciate your support of my work. I am thrilled you enjoyed my poetry...jimi
Comment from dpn78
A beautiful heart wrenching poem :o) I really love this the flow of this is in keeping with the content. If I had any 6 stars left to give it would have been for your wonderful piece of work. Thank you for sharing this with us
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2010
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A beautiful heart wrenching poem :o) I really love this the flow of this is in keeping with the content. If I had any 6 stars left to give it would have been for your wonderful piece of work. Thank you for sharing this with us
Comment Written 07-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2010
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dpn78, thank you so very much for stopping by to read and review my poem. I will take your virtual 6 as one of the greatest compliments I can receive..again thank you..jlsavell
Comment from barbara.wilkey
This is an absolutely beautiful poem. The emotion was well described and felt by the reader. Poems that are so well written hard for me to write reviews for. I know what to do when there's something wrong.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2010
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This is an absolutely beautiful poem. The emotion was well described and felt by the reader. Poems that are so well written hard for me to write reviews for. I know what to do when there's something wrong.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2010
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barbara wilkey, once again your generosity and exceptional reviews of my work humble me. thank you so verry much..jlsavell