Comment from AliMom

Excellent

This is very touching, poignant. The repetition is a great device and it is used well to set off each statement after. I particularly like the final stanza. Fading and returning make a stunning visual. It speaks of beginnings and endings and cycles of grief and healing. Lilies symbolize resurrection and rejuvenation. They are often associated with hope. I'm not certain of the context Virgil meant for them. A truly lovely poem. Best of luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 23-Oct-2021

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reply by the author on 23-Oct-2021

Thank you very much for reading and reviewing. I really appreciate it and I?m glad it came out well. I don?t expect to win it (not much of a poet), but I thought it might be fun to do a contest. I hope you take care and have a wonderful day (or night) when you get this.

Comment from RodG

Excellent

I can easily visualize the grieving Speaker who needs something to clutch in her hands that will both clear her mind and help her recall the deceased. The lilies are a splendid motif in this poignant poem.

 Comment Written 22-Oct-2021

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reply by the author on 22-Oct-2021

Thank you very much. I'm glad it came out well and I appreciate you giving it the time of day. I hope you have a good day (or night) when you get this.

Comment from AJ McCall

Excellent

Aww, this is a lovely and touching poem K! And it's nice to see you posting again. I hope you're feeling better. Still praying for you! I wish you the best in the contest!!

 Comment Written 21-Oct-2021

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reply by the author on 22-Oct-2021

Thank you very much, AJ! I'm feeling a bit better, hopefully will continue to improve. I hope you are doing well. Thanks for the prayers and I hope you enjoy your day (or night) when you get this.

reply by AJ McCall on 23-Oct-2021

You're very weclome! I'm glad to hear that! ;) ;)