.
We watch for him in the valley
by the riverbank
in the green of the moss
.
but on the bridge
to the other side
all we find is our own loss
.
till whispers in the trees remind:
just send love,
not sad goodbyes —
.
no maudlin sentiment
for him,
he’s just over the rise.
.
.
© 2020 Betty Hayes Albright
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Seasonings 
Beautiful Betty. 💕
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Thank you, Val. 💗
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The consolation of beauty!
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Thanks very much for commenting. 🙂
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Sending prayers for strength your way, Betty.
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Thank you, Sharon — it’s good to see you!
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Comforting. Thank you.
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I’m glad for that — thank you, Jazz.
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Thinking of you Betty. Those are beautiful words– “the best words in the best order” as they say.
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Thanks very much, Kim. (I like that saying! 🙂 )
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Love is the best memorial. (K)
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I totally agree, Kerfe.
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Must agree…”Love is the best memorial.”
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Indeed!
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Nature holds the love.
I hope you’re well, Betty.
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It’s good to hear from you, Val — thank you for reading.
I hope you and yours are also well.
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Yes, we’re okay thanks. Tired, but well.
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Oh, Betty, your words go straight to the heart. They’re beautiful and I hope you’re okay, too. Hugs, my friend xoxoxo
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Thanks very much, Lauren. Hugs back! 💕
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Death brings us all closer together, since we all have to deal with it. It is one of the levelers that give us common ground.
I was so moved by this piece. I hope writing helps your grief
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You’re right, Rose…it’s one thing we all have in common sooner or later. Thank you so much for your comment. ❤
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I hope it’s a better year, Betty. Thank you for coming by and all your thoughtful comments. Happy New Year to you and to yours–
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Thank you — wishing you and yours a Happy New Year as well, Rose.
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