Loss of a Child

The moment that I knew you died, My heart split in two, The one side filled with memories, The other died with you.

I often lay awake at night, When the world is fast asleep, And take a walk down memory lane, With tears upon my cheek.

Remembering you is easy, I do it every day, But missing you is a heartache, That never goes away.

I hold you tightly within my heart, And there you will remain, Life has gone on without you, But it never will be the same.

For those who still have their children, Treat them with tender care, You will never know the emptiness, As when you turn and they are not there.

Don’t tell me that you understand, don’t tell me that you know. Don’t tell me that I will survive, How I will surely grow.

Don’t tell me this is just a test, That I am truly blessed. That I am chosen for the task, Apart from all the rest.

Don’t come at me with answers That can only come from me, Don’t tell me how my grief will pass, That I will soon be free.

Don’t stand in pious judgment Of the bonds I must untie, Don’t tell me how to grieve, Don’t tell me when to cry.

Accept me in my ups and downs, I need someone to share, Just hold my hand and let me cry, And say, “My friend, I care.”

(author Unknown) Grateful thanks to Jacky (Mum of Ashley – 12th Oct 71 – 20th Mar 02) for passing on to BTS such moving and beautiful words to share with all.