The day was long, the night will be endless
Emotionally spent the tears won't come
Its just the heart that continues to beat
The soul has nothing more to eat
But ashes; dust and ashes.
Diamonds in the dust it may well be
Grief is an absolute entity
And living another form of tyranny
Speak of life and death, the details
Of what lies between birth and extinction
Rationality irks, cannot comfort the loss
Highflown theories until complete cessation
For those who grieve tonight, the pain
Almost too intense to bear:
Hearing, seeing, feeling their loss
And nobody, nobody with whom to share
The tears should come, do not check their flow
Tears can heal like a gentle loving hand
Calm the mind, ease the heart and
There is a lifetime ahead to understand.
Softly words will come
Someday grief will go
Forget the logical mind
Leave reason behind.
Copyright: Rani Turton
We should all touch souls with those who grieve. Only God knows how many tears have been shed since this world began. Very moving, Rani. Warmest regards, Sandra
This is such a beautiful poignant write Rani....thank you...10++
Speak of life and death, the details Of what lies between birth and extinction Rationality irks, cannot comfort the loss Highflown theories until complete cessation..................that speaks of introspection by the living! where do we stand, grief ceases the mirth, are we all human or homosapiens, Darwin forgot to find all today`s distinctions, great write of humanity by imagery,10+++++++, thanks for sharing
Rani, A brilliant well crafted and heart felt piece,10+++++ regards Tom
Very clever, wise and pleasant poems... Time - is good the doctor... 10... Best wishes, Tsira
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
Beautiful write Rani there is a good sense of relief and hope in your words thanks Chris 10 +++