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Farewell

Farewell to the son of the sunset hair, your sun has set too soon. The sky is mourning in its lair, her cries obscure the moon. The world grows dark upon your course, for one less light here shines; the weeping wind  blows rain clouds hoarse, for sunset hair she pines. * Dedicated to the…

Farewell to the son of the sunset hair,

your sun has set too soon.

The sky is mourning in its lair,

her cries obscure the moon.

The world grows dark upon your course,

for one less light here shines;

the weeping wind  blows rain clouds hoarse,

for sunset hair she pines.

*

Dedicated to the young man who tragically lost his life last night.  Your world mourns you…

Responses to “Farewell”

  1. godspoetbychoice

    Deeply moving poem my thoughts and prayers go out to his family

    1. melodylowes

      Ah, thank you so much. I know they would really appreciate that!

  2. greenlightlady

    So beautiful – though sad.

    Blessings upon those left behind.

    1. melodylowes

      Thank you, sweet Wendy. I know that they will appreciate your blessings!

  3. Caddo Veil

    What a lovely tribute, Melody–so beautiful is poet-mourning, even as it aches the heart and makes it long for death. Praying for all the family and friends of this young man. God bless you–love, Caddo

    1. melodylowes

      Thank you, my friend. There are many aches in this world tonight…

  4. RoSy

    😦
    May he rest in peace.

    1. melodylowes

      Thank you Rosy! Such a tragedy…

  5. Lori Lipsky

    So touching. Beautifully written. I am sorry for the loss now known by those who are left behind.

    1. melodylowes

      Life is so hard and cruel sometimes, isn’t it? Thank you for your compassion – I am very touched by your concern. Thanks, Lori!

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