It's hard to see that empty chair
My eyes just long to see you there
Your memory is keen this day
I miss your smile, your gentle way
Your love lives on within my heart
A timeless gift that lights the dark
But oh I see that empty chair!
And feel your presence everywhere
I'll have to put my grief away
So many things to do today
Life's circle will continue to turn
And this is another lesson learned
Tomorrow is not given to me
Yesterday is a memory
Today well-lived is all I have
I'll remember that when I feel bad
Karen Shaw Matteson
© 2004
Thank you Karen for this beautiful poem :)
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Lasting Light Poetry
