Random Poem: Forgetful

Here is another one I found going through some old boxes.

I forgot to forget

the ashes of yesterday.

A reminder of the love

you once gave.

Sometimes I think

you are still alive.

But when I realize you’re not

why did I survive?

You did not want to be

thrust in the ground.

So you were burnt

in your favorite gown.

It came so soon

how quickly you were gone.

Sometimes I think

I can’t go on.

I’m forever indebted

for giving me breath.

How abrupt and awesome

is this thing called death.

Ups and Downs

Upon returning from my vacation, my grandmother passed away. This was truly one of the saddest days of my life. I’m am grateful to know her and experience her great faith. I know my brother and I have been very blessed and are what we are thanks to this woman’s constant prayers for us. She was wonderful in so many ways. I know grandpa is going to be lost without her.

Grandma, I hope that one day you are as proud of me as I am of you. See you when I get there.