my big brother
you tried to teach me how to be a grown up
when i much preferred being a pain in the ass
your spoiled baby sister
what patience you have shown in your life
taught me how to golf, play chess
never very good at the latter
an exceptional artist, drawing and painting with ease
capturing the beauty that surrounds us
you never liked to raise your voice, so logical, how calm you were
you spoke to me of the endless possibilities of the universe
loving and kind, steadfast in your approach
you always said “In this life nothing is free; you must work for what you want”
words i have carried with me
i will miss your voice
you telling me that you love me
my big brother Bill you will be truly missed
*notes: I wrote this in lieu of the horrible news I just received.
My oldest brother is finally losing his 10 year battle with cancer.
And I am just heartbroken. He is a wonderful man.
Red Wolf Journal Spring 2014, and a fresh start
10 years ago
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Sorry about your sad news. A kind tribute to him.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your news. I have a big brother, too, who spoiled me. I hope you share your beautiful poem with your brother or with the others who love him. What a fitting tribute.
ReplyDeleteI am terribly sorry Pam. You have a lot of poet friends on RWP whom I know will share your sadness.
ReplyDeleteMatt,
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your thoughtful kind words.
Pamela
only footprints,
ReplyDeleteThank you for the kind words. He has always my rock of stability. I will share this with and my family.
Pamela
Rall,
ReplyDeleteI truly appreciate your kind words. I am so damn sad. I feel like my heart is being ripped out.
Pamela
So sorry for you and your family. Prayers and good thoughts headed your way!
ReplyDeletefrom Therese -- Oh, Pamela! What tragic news for you to process today. I am so sorry. From your poem, I can tell how close the two of you have been. I will keep you in my thoughts in the days to come. Losing a beloved sibling must be so hard.
ReplyDeleteSuch sad news, Pamela, but eventually you will get great comfort from the wealth of happy memories that you have shared.
ReplyDeletenice poem and tribute to big brother...I was that big borther to my sister.....anyways..keep the memories...never can take those away..cheers Pam
ReplyDeleteThose first 2 lines are so wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about your brother.
Dan,
ReplyDeleteI sincerely appreciate your kindness. Thank you.
Pamela
Therese,
ReplyDeleteThank you. I sent you an email.
Pamela
Derrick,
ReplyDeleteYes the memories are the best things I have to hold on to.
Pamela
Wayne,
ReplyDeleteYou are so kind. Thank you.
Pamela
James,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. Yeah it is difficult.
Pamela
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your brother today. This is a great tribute to him.
ReplyDeleteI am sorry for your loss, and good thoughts are coming your way. This is a wonderful tribute!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear your news, so glad that you have the power to communicate in these uncertain times.
ReplyDeleteFrancis,
ReplyDeleteYou are so kind. Thanks
Pamela
Weasel,
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! How kind.
Pamela
Andy,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. I have to write especially at times like these.
Pamela
I'm sorry to hear that. My mom is battling lymphoma. My prayers are with you. Stay strong. This is a wonderful poem for him.
ReplyDeleteRichelle,
ReplyDeleteYou are thoughtful and kind. I wish your mom the best. My best wishes are with you. you stay strong, too
Pamela
I am sorry about this Pamela. 'Death ends life, never relationships.' Take care.
ReplyDeleteUma,
ReplyDeleteThanks for your kind words.
Pamela
Please send him a big hug from the poets
ReplyDeleteWho think he is a groover and a lovely brother
Lucychili,
ReplyDeleteThat is such a wonderful thing to tell me! He is wonderful and I will certainly do that.
Pamela
Pamela:
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear your sad news. My prayers are with you and your brother and family as you find the courage to walk through this painful time. Your tribute is beautiful and I thank you for sharing it.
Best regards,
Shari
Shari,
ReplyDeleteYou are so kind. Yes it is so difficult. Thank you so much.
Pamela
Your poem is beautiful and heartrending. Cherish this time you still have left with him.
ReplyDeleteCara,
ReplyDeleteThanks and I will cherish the time we left.
Pamela