There's really nothing I can say,
would ever take the pain away.
But I can stand with you and pray
that God brings joy all through each day.

They say that time can ease the pain,
yet in your heart sings grief's refrain.
I've lost a brother. so I know,
that grief's cold winds inside you blow.

But light all darkness will repeal,
and seize what healing's end will seal.
For in your loss compassion's sown,
within your heart you're not alone.

Yet in your mind the mem'ries merge,
and in the morning hope will surge.
And what was lost, it's hope you'll gain,
for in grief's flood comes love's sweet reign.

R.Owen 16/11/2023