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Sandra's brother Ian passed away

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Comment from Aussie
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You have written a beautiful tribute. The loss of Ian, Sandra's younger brother. One never knows when or where we will be called home. Ian was a sickly child, things never got better from type 1 diabetes to the point of amputation. Ian had a long fight, now he is with the Lord.

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

Comment from jake cosmos aller
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powerful and moving poem about losing a sibling and a friend as well. as one gets older one hears of the passing of classmates and friends. just the other day i received ten such notifications....

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

Comment from crjanak
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This is a truly beautiful work of art. I like how it can be interpreted in multiple ways, yet it is not too abstract where one might get lost in potential meaning. I have my own theory, but I won't spoil the magic/illusion of this poem by writing it :) great work!

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

Comment from Kaiku
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There is much comfort in words of another, even if a stranger of sorts. Healing from loss etc is no easy process and the companionship that words offer provide a healing power. Nice job.

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023

Comment from Pam (respa)
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Your artwork, notes, and poem are appreciated, Jessica. This is a beautiful poem, and I know Sandra will appreciate it very much. You have used many comforting images, like "stars of our memories." You have a very good progression of the relationship as it matures. They stay with us for the journey, but then comes their departure. The emptiness from our loss is
"an empty expanse
a silent melody."

The final two stanzas make a perfect, beautiful ending to the poem. Thank you for sharing it and adding to the book.

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023

Comment from T.A. Walk
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Thank you for sharing your work.

I appreciate the sentiment here, some people just impact us in a way that can never be duplicated.

You captured the feeling well here, they are eternally ours.

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023

Comment from dragonpoet
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Hi Jessica,
This is a heartfelt free verse that uses line breaks well to enhance the emotion. It shows us how our family members who have passed away still stay a part of our souls.
This is a nice gift to Sandra.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Have a great weekend.
Joan

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023

Comment from Wendy G
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You have written a very emotional tribute to the role of siblings and family relationships, along with a huge sense of loss when they depart this world. Well written. Sandra will be comforted by your thoughts and poem, I am sure. Well done.
Wendy

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023

Comment from Paul McFarland
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Very heartfelt, Jessica. I'm sure that Sandra would shed a tear if she sees this. The first line in each stanza is very effective. That was a very good idea.

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023

Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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A heartfelt poem about grief and loss and those of us who have experienced it will know how painful it can be and this is a fine poem of comfort for Sandra just now in her hour of need, love Dolly x x x

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023