Sunday, July 18, 2021

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My mother was cremated last Sunday. July 11th 2021. I did not attend in person, I used the option of a live youtube stream. My brother read my poem Coconut Fudge in the eulogy. (This is my final farewell posting) THANKS FOR YOUR CONDOLENCES.
YOU CAN READ 'Coconut Fudge'  HERE




behind her mountains -
sun-kissed reverie sketches
the journey ahead
© gillena cox 2021

REVISIT

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 Sunday XXXIII of the series '100 ways to haiku a mask '

Tell me about your Sunday email me OR post a COMMENT 

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Our (Trinidad and Tobago) borders are now opened

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 Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth. [Psalm 124:8]

What's there to smile about today? Thank God for the grace of poetry 

SUNDAY SMILES


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BLOG HOPPING TODAY WITH
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ENJOY THE MUSIC: Roberta Flack The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face '69

35 comments:

Rosemary Nissen-Wade said...

There's nothing quite like losing one's mother; that bond is so basic.

Debi Swim said...

Both of these evoke strong emotions

C. Sandlin said...

With prayers for you & your family, this was a heartwrenching poem.

rallentanda said...

Beautiful poetry and artwork , Gillena.

Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for dropping by Rosemary

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Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Debi

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Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Chrissa

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Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Rall

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Ron. Lavalette said...

We're sending My Beloved Sandra's mother's ashes off into the Atlantic on the 1st Sunday in August. She passed a while back, but she & her Significant Other asked to have their ashes mixed, and he passed only just recently. I feel for you, Sister.

indybev said...

I love your interpretation of the image, Gillena. Sending prayerful thoughts.

Carrie Van Horn said...

A truly lovely Haiku for the Muse my friend. I also loved your sweet poem for your sweet Mother. Sending hugs your way dear Gillena. 💙🙏

Helen said...

My heart felt the enormity of your words in this short verse.. so beautiful. Now get ready Gee, we are ready to pick you up, head out for a grand adventure. LOL

phillip woodruff (jalopy dreams) said...

so sorry to hear about your mother, best wishes to you and yours. this poem is a wonderful tribute, just beautiful

Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Ron

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Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Bev

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Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Carrie

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Gillena Cox said...

☺Thanks for your appreciation Helen

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Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Phillip

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Old Egg said...

How sad it is when ones mother dies. I was a youngster in WW2 but with her there was never anything to fear as I always felt safe with her.

dsnake1 said...

how heart-breaking it is to lose a mother, and you choose a great poem to read in the eulogy.

Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Robin

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Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Cheong Lee san

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said...

So gorgeous.

purplepeninportland.com said...

A gorgeous heart-breaking poem. Art is amazing!

Joel (@Stranded Tree) said...

My condolences for the loss of your mother. I enjoy your haiku and they are perfectly matched with your visual choices.
Take care.

Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Sara

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Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Joel

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Susie Clevenger said...

Thank goodness for those sun kissed daydreams.

Marion Horton said...

Your haiku is a perfect accompaniment to the photo prompt. So sorry for your sad news Gillena. I read Coconut Fudge - there is something about cooking sweet treats that brings mothers to mind. ❤

Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Susie

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Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for your appreciation Marion

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Phoenix Retribution said...

My condolences to you and the family and I will keep you all lifted in prayer. I love your haiku and such beautiful tribute poem to your mom.

Jenna said...

That first haiku is so sad! :(

Gillena Cox said...

Thanks for dropping by Phoenix

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Gillena Cox said...

Thank you for your appreciation Jenna

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