by Mizzy4Navan, Meath, Ireland
Dec 2020 806 Views 36 comments
Lament for a C/S Poetess.
How bleak the fells and valleys seem today,
The lakes and tarns reflect a sombre sky,
A windswept woodland leans to bow and pray,
As laden gloomy clouds begin to cry.
A Summer Willow weeps Christina's loss,
And prematurely sheds an Autumn leaf,
The shadows of its branches form a cross,
To bless her mourning kindred lost in grief.
But she forevermore will linger nigh,
Her laughter heard in streams among the dales,
Or when some light breeze yields a lonely sigh,
Soft raindrops are her footsteps on the trails.
Fond memories her legacy imparts,
Embedded for all time in minds and hearts.
The lakes and tarns reflect a sombre sky,
A windswept woodland leans to bow and pray,
As laden gloomy clouds begin to cry.
A Summer Willow weeps Christina's loss,
And prematurely sheds an Autumn leaf,
The shadows of its branches form a cross,
To bless her mourning kindred lost in grief.
But she forevermore will linger nigh,
Her laughter heard in streams among the dales,
Or when some light breeze yields a lonely sigh,
Soft raindrops are her footsteps on the trails.
Fond memories her legacy imparts,
Embedded for all time in minds and hearts.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Posted: Dec 2020
About this poem:
This is written in memory of Christina.... ( Pseudonym Odette67), a C/S Poetess who graced this corner for years with special poetry and honest critique. She lived in the beautiful Lake District in Cumbria, England and passed away earlier this year. Her favourite poetry form was a Sonnet so this one is for you Dear Christina. Sleep soundly with the Angels..we'll see you on the other side.Mick.x
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Comments (36)
Regards from Kathy and I
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Rob
"prematurely sheds an Autumn leaf,
The shadows of its branches form a cross,
To bless her mourning kindred lost in grief"........ a lovely write Mizzy4 .
The lakes and tarns reflect a sombre sky,
A windswept woodland leans to bow and pray,
:::
But she forevermore will linger nigh...
A worthy and moving tribute to honour in memory the life and poetic presence of Christina (Odette67) in Poet's Corner. I'm sad that we never did manage to connect on one of her visits to the States to see her daughter. Thank you for letting us know and sharing your heartfelt write.
Kathy
Regards Mick.
Regards to you and Kathy.
Appreciated.
Mick.
Thank you for your kind visit.
Regards Mick.
Thank you so much Mick for letting us know. How are you? I hope you are keeping well. It is a lovely feeling to see some familiar faces. Stay safe!
What she has written, will live on, here!
Regards Mick.
Your comments are much appreciated.
Take care...Mick.
Great to hear from you. Your kind comments on this particular poem
mean a lot. Thank you.
Regards Mick.
HappyGoLucky.
Thank you...Regards Mick.
Great to hear from you. Christina will be sadly missed from this corner. You describe her to a tee. Dont give up on writing .... there is much healing in poetry.
Many thanks....Mick.
I appreciate your comments.
Regards Mick.
Thank you !
Regards Mick.
She was very kind
And is indeed missed.
Her light shines through your poem
Regards Mick.
Appreciated !
Regards Mick.
This sonnet is well penned filled with affection for a strong and graceful lady who took time to encourage others in this corner, she will be missed.
TY for sharing. RIP Christina "Blessed be"
Regards Mick.
Regards Mick.
Regards Mick.....
Kind regards...
Mick.
Always in thoughts and prayers.
Mick.x