After Alzheimer’s destroyed you,
you had one glowing day, clear as sunlight,
when your blue eyes twinkled at me.
Your face was beautiful in its ancient joy.
You reached up and cupped my face
in your hands, smiling as you studied me.
It’s wonderful you said, and I knew
you had one glowing day, clear as sunlight,
when your blue eyes twinkled at me.
Your face was beautiful in its ancient joy.
You reached up and cupped my face
in your hands, smiling as you studied me.
It’s wonderful you said, and I knew
it was dying that you described.
~~~~~
32 comments:
Seldom can 55 words have been used to better purpose.
Chris, for me, finding inspiration for creating beauty even in such hard trying moments is perhaps the great mission of art. You and your mom are gently showing the way. The photo goes so wonderfully well with this poem
You offer a fresh perspective on death. Permission perhaps for your mother to go. Permission to you to let her.
It is wonderful.
Maybe, Chris, she was speaking of having you there beside her.
and i hope that it is all she dreams it is...smiles.
Really beautiful and poignant.
The long goodbye of the slow death is one of the worse burdens the child faces when becoming the parent. Here's mine
ohh dear Chris, my prayers are with you and your beautiful mom! hugs!!
Well...I'm not too proud to say that this really choked me up.
Wonderfully written Chris.
I hope that you can continue to be strong throughout this coming ordeal, I think and know you will be..
Excellent 55 My Dear..
Thanks for contributing in the midst of your situation, I really appreciate it.
Have a Kick Ass Week-End...G
Chris, this one leaves me sad. This has been a week dealing with death and I would like to think that your mother was saying that the day was wonderful, being with you was wonderful. But maybe not. I do love the photo.
wow....this is soo powerful...
This was an incredible piece. I'm moved beyond words. Fantastic 55.
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beautiful 55. such a gift you are and what a wonderful picture.
Once again your words bring me to tears, God Bless you both.
Oh, Chris, my heart is breaking. How can this be so sad and so lovely at the same time? My heart goes out to you and your brother. Maybe your mom is seeing and feeling something that's not meant for us just yet.
Oh, just lovely. I'm learning that I shouldn't read your stuff at work though - hard to explain damp eyes to my boss :)
A wonderful sentiment with the ring of truth to it. Lovely 55.
I'm in love with that picture. She is beautiful. And so are you.
Be well, my friend. This is a tough one.
Sounds like an interesting challenge... and even more to say and make the reader feel such and intense post...
And yeah... sometimes goodbyes are far different than what we imagine, some of them may be sadder, better or even poetic.
Unbelievably beautiful, Chris, really...how wonderful your Mom gave you a look at the peace she is feeling now. Take good care.
At that point death is a release for everyone concerned.
Still, hugs.
Love you, Chris...hope you know you're in my prayers... beautifully and wonderously said...xoxoxox
Oh Chris--this "55" just blows me away. You are inspired when you write on this topic--your mother.
Soooo spiritual!
Amen! Beautiful 55
This is one of the very best 55s I have read. Ever. Same with the photo. Awesome. Takes my breath away. I want to enfold your mom and you in my arms and hug away your pain.
So beautiful! I have a special place in my heart for those who have alzheimer's. May peace be with you through this time. Glad to have found your blog via the Friday 55!
Beautiful photo and sentiment...peace to you both.
oh, my, goodness. not only was this an awesome 55, this brought to me tears! that moment has to be one you will treasure for the rest of your life. thank you so much for putting yourself out there by sharing something so personal and breathtaking...
I'm speechless.
xo
I've missed you. I am back. That picture says it all. I'm just sending lots of good hugs for your both and the love that we daughter's have, which is eternal. It IS wonderful...I'm glad she reminded us.
♥namaste♥
This picture is beautiful and your words are beautiful too. I am praying for your Mom's gentle crossing, and for strength for you. You have and are, such a gift.
♥Hugs♥ and prayers!
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