Posted by: Diane (Findlen) Garrow | February 5, 2011

Your Spirit

Your Spirit

Your spirit hovers near
The soft silk whites and grays
     Embrace me…
     Smiling
…Not expected today

Always hoped for
…and open to
Yet when you are there
I am breathless
And tears fall

I am cleansed

You left me:
And I knew you had to go home:
Home to your God

You tried to tell me
…in so many ways

I was deaf.

Your spirit hovers near.
Now I hear.
…And see
…And feel

“It is, it just is…”
You whisper softly

Diane Findlen Garrow


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  1. Theresa Craig's avatar

    Did you just write this? It’s beautiful in its truth…their presence felt is often bittersweet.

    I’m so happy you’ve created this blog. It’s bold. And special. And so inspiring. Just like you.

    • Diane (Findlen) Garrow's avatar

      When I wrote “Your Spirit” it was a very poignant moment. My dear friend had passed away and I was deep in grief. I felt her presence so strongly that I was truly overcome.
      Thank you for your comment!

    • Diane (Findlen) Garrow's avatar

      Thank you, Terri! Yes, the spirits of our departed love ones will always be with us and this poems reminds me that I am never alone. You too have the gift of verse, please continue in your musings, I love reading what you write. Love, Aunt DeeDee

  2. Dan Power's avatar

    I saw a snowy owl in our backyard today, and when I read this poem, it made me think of that owl. I often think of departed loved ones when I see majestic birds like that. It just brings them to mind for a minute – like they’re looking down on us from above like the birds are.

    • Diane (Findlen) Garrow's avatar

      Thank you, Dan, that is a beautiful image and the owl brings us an ambiance that allows our spirits to soar…Love, Aunt DeeDee


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