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The Funeral

We stood a moment lost in a strange world.
Death had come to take from us yet again.
Depravity exacted a high cost.
We are not immortal gods but mere men.

Eternity set on our hearts seemed lost.
Memories attacked us violently.
Friends and family gathered all around.
Many tears and questions flowed silently.

Are we but dust to return to the ground?
Are we souls who dance in eternity?
Is faith a gift or a myth we cling to?
Can there be any real certainty?

A seedling dies to bring forth life anew.
A lovely flower grows from that which died.
So the sun descended into the night
For eternity's gates to open wide.

Those who trust in his gracious gift of light
Have hope when death and darkness try to fright.

Author notes

Was at a friend's dad's funeral last night.
Written October 21st, 2005

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  • froglover
    October 24, 2005
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    Your poem is truly inspirational!There is an indication of hope in your poem. I hope lots of people get to read this!God bless you.

  • CountryCousin
    October 21, 2005
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    Written well indeed.

    You know this is a really good piece that you have written here and I think that it will help others to read it too. I have long said that something has to die in order to live.

  • becks place
    October 21, 2005
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    Beautifully written - profound and soulful. Gets the reader thinking about the meaning of life and what's really important.

  • NoWayJo
    October 21, 2005
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    very beautiful poem. I would give a copy of this poem to your friend. I really believe she will treasure it forever. it's really a beautiful poem.

    Jo

  • Sky Blue Hope
    October 21, 2005
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    Very beautifully written!!
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