Life continues as days creep into Spring
the darkness leads to lighter hours,
blizzard grey days turn away
and the ache in your heart weakens.
Did you hear the birds singing today?
Sweet melodious sounds of daffodil days,
the sky was a hyacinth blue of hope
as green shoots of a different life arrive.
The proud majestic swans walk the banks of the river Bain
stretching their long necks to reach towards the sun,
the river high, cross and angry with the world
as a face of courage captures strength,
my soul swoops and enters into my heart
as sadness flies away on the wings of time.
The Winter is over, the dark days are done.
Gentleness pursues my life now, kindness enhances it,
delight embraces it.
Solace appears at my door
And so it goes.
And so it goes…
This poem is dedicated to Karen Caraven Hannon and to Susan Patterson who both need your prayers at this time.
I feel very honoured for you to do this for me. I have so enjoyed reading the exchanges that are so sacred between you and Susan. You are both remarkable women.
Closing my eyes after reading “and so it goes”. I can see the green shoots, and blue sky.
Ilook forward to finding me again soon. And the words you write are an inspiration. Thank God I can read again,for a long time my mind just didnt focus on words.
Thanks so much Susie,
Much love to you,
Karen xxxxxx
My prayers offered for all those who may need them or benefit from them……
A lovely poem of courage and hope as winter slowly moves into spring – thank you, Susie !
What a soothing piece, a hopeful work of coming spring and light… and Wednesday is the Spring Solstice! Hugs…
John A Bayerl { 02.19.13 at 7:02 pm }
19 February 15:06
Hi Susie, Thanks for posting your new poem. In particular, I enjoyed the positive note of optimism that it carries.
Have you perchance explored the world of new relationships? As was the case with me, it takes tome courage to gamble that one might be able to find anything resembling the love and joy we found with our spouses, but, at least in my case, it restored a life that involves love and commitment once again. No matter, I wish you well.
Jann and I are currently in Florida, where we have been since January 15. We are renting a two-bedroom home in a community for those who are over 55 years old. One of my sisters and her husband found us a place to rent, and they are also here until April. Wish we were able to sit down for a cup of coffee so that I could talk at length with you about all of these changes in my life. The only down side is that I no longer seem able to write. However, your poem has sent me in what I think will be a fruitful direction.
Gosh, I so hope that all goes well with you, my dear friend.
Peace,
John
@ Karen Hannon. I am glad you found “And So It Goes” inspiring, I tried to convey the thought of a new beginning and hope as we approach Spring. I am so pleased that you can focus enough to read once again and I pray that all will stay that way for reading is such a great pleasure. Also that you are managing to continue well. I send all positive thoughts and love, that your daily pain is ease and that this year will be so much better for you. Stay strong dear friend. xoxox
Yes Sian – we do need your good prayers and we thank you for them. Blessings to you dear friend. I am glad you read of the courage and hope within my humble words. Thank you always for your constant comments and good friendship. xoxoxo
Ah dear Sandy that you found my words soothing is quite perfect. I was trying to convey peace, hopefulness and lightness as we stroll into Spring. May this year bring joy and peace to all that read here. Take care dear lady – I am praying for those closest to you and for your marvellous continued strength – which I know is so helpful to many. Take care of yourself too xoxoxo
Hi John, Thank you for your comment and I am so glad that you also found a positive note here – I was trying to convey that, in a gentle way, for all those suffering recent grief or lingering grief; the sort we learn to live alongside. I am so glad that you and Jan are enjoying time in Florida it sounds idyllic. Rest assured that when life calms a little for you- so much excitement and joy making me very happy for you – that you will once again find the need and the way to write again. I sincerely hope so. Perhaps the subject of a ‘new beginning’ may give you inspiration. – I have written to you privately regarding the other subject. My very best wishes to you.
dear susie,
oh, how lovely it feels to read such lyrical and calming words in this beautiful poem you have written. paying homage to the rebirth and renewal of the landscape and of our hearts. thank you for sharing it’s hopefulness, and reminding us that nature is a wonderful balm to the soul. i will keep both you and your dear friends close to my heart, sending my most powerful vibes for well-being and an early and joyous spring for us all.
much love to you, susie, XOXO,
karen, TC
I am so glad Karen you found “And So It Goes” hopeful and calming. A lighter note I had hoped to find. You are so right about the renewal of the landscape especially here in England. It has been a long Winter and most difficult I’m sure for some who are recently bereaved. We shall look forward to Spring and all it brings, to hopefully lift our hearts to a more joyous place. Take care and thank you dear friend for your oh so kind comments.xoxox
Beautiful Susie and so very calming. Lingering grief. Just when I thought I was moving forward I took a couple steps back. Thank you for this poem. Spring is just around the corner. Hugs to you dear friend.
I somehow missed this when you first posted it, Susie. I’m grateful I saw your note on FB this morning with the link. Your words are beautiful, as always. Gentle and hopeful for those new in their grief. Inspiring and supportive to those of us further along the trail. Thank you, dear one, for sharing your talent with us. (And I’m pleased to see John’s update, too.)
Ahh Jan I know how you feel. Some days the grief hits so hard. There seems no rhyme or reason for that does there? Missing someone is such a very powerful emotion and takes such inner strength to manage and to keep from those around you, that you are sometimes overwhelmed with sadness. I am glad you found “And So It Goes” calming. Each season brings a change for us all – I pray that you will continue to move forward with much joy in your heart as healing takes hold. My love and many hugs dear lady. xoxox
Dear Dianne, I am so pleased you found the words to this recent poem beautiful and somewhat gentle and hopeful for those who are newly bereaved, who will be able to see from “And So It Goes” that there comes a healing light, however long it takes for us to reach it. Just one little step forward everyday. Much love to you and thank you for all the amazing work you are now doing for all others recently joining us. xoxox