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Here, Then Not
We'd often see her in the neighborhood,
Taking her friendly dog for a walk.
Always affable, upbeat, and cheerful,
Pat was eager to stop and talk.
Life keeps us busy and occupies
Our days with issues, both great and small.
Last week it occurred to me:
For weeks I hadn't seen Pat at all.
Deep down inside I had a bad feeling.
Always so visible, yet suddenly not there,
She had me worried because of her absence.
I wanted to ask and yet didn't dare.
A neighbor today put an end to the mystery:
Pat had died a few weeks ago.
The neighbor's words confirmed my fears;
The shocking news still came as a blow.
You can grieve the loss of another
Even though you weren't close friends.
Whatever you shared will be no more;
It's always sad when a life ends.
When I go out, I will still see her,
Walking Buddy with a smile on her face.
Her loving memory will be--I hope--
One that time will not efface.
Rest in peace, dear Pat….
(12-14-15)
Taking her friendly dog for a walk.
Always affable, upbeat, and cheerful,
Pat was eager to stop and talk.
Life keeps us busy and occupies
Our days with issues, both great and small.
Last week it occurred to me:
For weeks I hadn't seen Pat at all.
Deep down inside I had a bad feeling.
Always so visible, yet suddenly not there,
She had me worried because of her absence.
I wanted to ask and yet didn't dare.
A neighbor today put an end to the mystery:
Pat had died a few weeks ago.
The neighbor's words confirmed my fears;
The shocking news still came as a blow.
You can grieve the loss of another
Even though you weren't close friends.
Whatever you shared will be no more;
It's always sad when a life ends.
When I go out, I will still see her,
Walking Buddy with a smile on her face.
Her loving memory will be--I hope--
One that time will not efface.
Rest in peace, dear Pat….
(12-14-15)