Lately I have lost one of my friends. I knew her for nearly 15 years and loved her. She was such an amazing, wonderful person with the greatest heart. Last week I was informed that she is no more.
I dedicate this poem to her. Rest in Peace, my friend.
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Growing up, she’s the different child
no matter how calm, no matter how wild
it never fits, it’s never a match…
no friends, no fun, on her soul is a scratch.
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Jokes and laughter every day
but she’s not part – she is the prey!
It took a while, but then the shock
to others she is the laughing stock.
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The years go by, but not the pain
Everyday life becomes more strain.
Sometimes better, then again for the worse
she knows deeply inside, her weight is a curse.
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Being an adult she’s got the greatest heart
but people don’t care, they still rip her apart.
She’s so amazing with no edges and nooks
still nobody cares; it’s all about the looks.
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She’s hurt and used by so called ‘friends’
repeatedly pierced and got no amends.
Getting it bad by only weeks apart
At the end she decided to take heart.
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She made a decision, in secret, and slow.
that to her it was time to turn and to go
on silent soles, her inside in strife,
she blew out her own flame of life…
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(Copyright: Aurora Jean Alexander, November 2015)
I am sorry for your loss, dear friend. No words can help at this time. The tribute you wrote is a lovely one. Hugs to you.
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Thank you so much for your comforting words, Liz. Thank you, dearest friend! ❤
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A beautiful tribute. So very sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers being sent.
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I’m glad to hear the tribute is nice. That’s what I wanted for her. Thank you so much for your wonderful words, Allan!
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beautiful poem Aurora – she would be proud. All condolences to all ..
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Thank you very much for your kind words, Susan. I hope she would have been proud as you said. She was amazing. Thank you!
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My condolences. It hate it when loved ones depart. I would have created a different world.
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Thank you, Carl.
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My dear friend, what a lovely tribute. I wish I had words to comfort you, however, we both know there are none. I believe your friend would be proud of your love for her. I also believe she knows how you feel, even now. You are such a wonderful person and friend to your friends. God Bless.
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Thank you so much, dearest Pat. You’re an amazing and wonderful friend!! Your comment nearly made me break out in tears. Thanks a million!! Love you! ❤
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My condolences on your loss. A lovely tribute.
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Thank you very much for your sympathy and for leaving your comment.
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Just beautiful and so sad, so sorry for your loss but she had a good friend in you.
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Thank you so much for dropping by, reading the tribute and leaving your wonderful words. I miss her very much.
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I too have lost 2 very dear friends and I wish I could say it gets easier but you know for a few years it was ok but as I have got older I miss them more..Maybe I know what they have missed and that makes me sad but I also have some lovely memories which takes the sadness away 🙂
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I too have memories that make me smile. She was so wonderful. Thank you for your comforting words. I really needed them.
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So sorry to hear about your friend. I lost a friend who didn’t have to die too. It’s been 15 years now, but it still hurts. *hugs*
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Thank you very much for your kind words, Renee. They’re very much appreciated. Thank you for your hugs.
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The missing never stops, especially for those that have a special place in our hearts! Your poem possesses heartfelt feelings for someone who perhaps had few friends but those, like you, were indeed special, indeed priceless.
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Thank you so much, my friend. Your words are true – and wonderful… they made me cry – again.
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