Free verse poetry, “Bonnie Bell.”
On Saturday, I awoke to the news that my young niece of 40 passed away to liver failure. It broke my heart, she suffered from depression, everyone tried to help, but she fell deeper into a black hole. For myself, when I hurt inside, pouring my emotions into poetry helps me heal. I only wished I could have helped her see there is light.
Yesterday,
another red rose fell.
Once filled with
crimson red.
Petals held a storm,
for too long.
Passage of roots,
drowned in darkness
I didn’t say goodbye and wanted to.
My heart knows not of the time, clues not seen of the depth of pain, like a dry sponge soaking rain. The eyes tell their own story—lacking luster, the spark of life when happiness is the red rose in full bloom.
We’ll gather,
the fallen petals
and dry them,
into memories
place them in
sculpted, floral glass
dish of potpourri
I’ll always remember,
the scent of your perfume.
- This one for you my dear sweet red rose, Bonnie!
©Linda J. Wolff 2017
| Bonnie Bell|
An urban free verse poetry
What is a Free Verse Poetry? Typically patterned by speech rather than meter, this form of poetry is very open to the author’s discretion and usually does not rhyme. Visual and sound effects are often employed. It can have as many lines as the writer wishes.
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Thank you, Sheldon!
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Beautiful poem 🙂
“I’ll always remember,
the scent of your perfume.”—it is funny how long we can remember the scents . I can forget some events, but I can not definitely forget scents 🙂
Thank you
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Totally true, Ben! Thank you!
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I am so sorry for your loss. May her soul rest in peace.
Beautifully written. 😊
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Thank you!
Have a gracious week!
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Thank you
You too 😊
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It brings me to tears knowing how sad I felt when reading your story of what happening to your niece and the poem itself.
Depression is a serious issue…I know exactly how that feels. I too, suffer from depression but I try my best to hide it and within the context of my writing.
Bless you my friend and my condolences go out to you and your family. 😦
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So appreciate your lovely comments and condolences. Thank you, Charlie!
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You welcome, Linda.
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What a beautiful tribute… I’m sorry for your loss.
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Thank you!
Have a wonderful week!
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really sad, sorry to hear that …
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Thanks, Michael!
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I’m so sorry for your loss.
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Beautifully crafted.. a true and pure way to remember her..it’s beautiful
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Thank you! So appreciate it!
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So sorry for your loss but thank you for sharing this exquisite tribute to her memory.
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Awe! Thank you, Laura!
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A very touching tribute. So sorry for your loss. xx
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Beautifully expressed Linda. I’m sure you made a difference in her life. I also wished I did more for my loved ones, but it is not always possible. Yes, there is light and there is hope through the pain and suffering, but one is never the same. Thank you for your legacy of sharing your words and pictures. xx
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Thank you, Kianga! I so appreciate your words as well!
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One day I may share with you the story I wrote about my brother’s death in 2014.
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I would love that…But only when you’re prepared to do within the mind and body.
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Portraying love. Beautiful! 💖
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Thank you! Hope you’re having a great day!
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Blessed with your wish. Good day to you too.
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Love it
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Thanks for following back. That means alot.
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Of course…Am happy to dear!
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Thank you ma’am. This made me jump with joy. Lol
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My prayers for all concerned at this tender time.
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