(This poem is in remembrance of my beloved Father, who passed away in January this year after struggling for years with cancer, leaving behind a void that we are trying to fill with the beautiful memories he left behind.)
December heralds a chill in the air,
Yet the warmth of memories lingers here
Christmas carols play, a bittersweet sound,
As echoes of merry laughter abound.
Those calloused hands, eyes crinkled but kind,
Choosing each gift with a thoughtful mind.
hobbling through the market, a smile in your heart
The joy of Christmas gifts , Children’s mirth
Bells adorning the tree,of silver and gold.
The festivity heavy with feelings untold
Amidst the twinkling lights, a vacant chair,
Poignant reminder of love and care
This year, the silence feels heavy and vast,
Though you are gone, the remembrance will last.
Your visage – sage, kindly and upright
Now, a cherished memory, soft and bright.
His absence looming, to fate we bow,
The tree is adorned , Silver Bells glow,
A Blue Christmas , a bittersweet refrain,
Enduring memories bringing joy with pain.
“This post is a part of Jingle Bell Blog Hop hosted by Sukaina Majeed and Manali Desai
This post was also created for the Blogaberry Creative (Monthly) Challenge
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Sending your strength and positive vibes. Take care ❤️🌹✨
Thank you very much Manali
Loss of a parent leaves a vacuum in heart.
It is tough indeed.
There is nothing as poignant as the departure of a loved one, especially a parent! God be with you, Preeti!
Thank you Deepti.
So beautifully penned this is Preeti. Yes, winters do bring a mix of joy and mourn. Sorry for your loss. I hope and pray you find the courage and strength to cope with it.
Thank you Nilshree <3
Your poem has beautifully captured the bittersweet essence of December and the holiday season. The mention of bells adorning the tree and a vacant chair, symbolizing the absence of a loved one, the feelings untold and the vacant chair served as a powerful reminder of the emotions that accompany the holiday season, where joy and sorrow often coexist. he phrase “A Blue Christmas, a bittersweet refrain” encapsulated the complex emotions associated with the season.
Thank you for your appreciation Romila.
So beautifully penned this is Preeti. Yes, winters do bring a mix of joy and mourn. Sorry for the loss. I hope and pray you find the courage and strength to cope with it.
There is a tint of pain that winters bring with them. Beautifully captured the essence of the same! Sorry for your loss. I hope and pray you find the courage and strength to cope with the loss.
Your emotions could be felt in your poem, keep expressing them, it will help you heal❤️
Thank you Tanvi<3
Pritte I am going through the same pain. My father is passed in May. It is very painful year for us. More strength to you dear. A warm hug.
Tight hugs to you Neeta.The loss of a Father is irreparable,I hope you stay strong.
Warm and tight hugs Preeti. My dad passed away in December many years ago. His void is still felt.
Thank you,Friend.December must be tough for you too Cindy.But I humor myself by telling he lives in our hearts.
Very affectionate poem. Reminds me of one I wrote in the honour of my paternal grandmother after she passed away.
The void they leave behind is difficult to fill. Thank you, Ananya!
Very poignant, poem. It reflects your loss and your pain. May god grant you strength, this festive season.
Thank you Abhijit.
Beautiful Poem 💗 I felt every word deeply. Sending you strength and love~
Thank you Careena!
This was such a beautiful read. Especially how to intertwined festivity with grief.
I’m truly sorry for your loss. Your poignant poem beautifully captures the mix of emotions during the holiday season after losing a loved one. The imagery of the decorated tree and the vacant chair evokes a deep sense of longing and remembrance. May your cherished memories bring you comfort during this bittersweet time. I can very well relate.. lost mine this July. This void is permanent. But memories fill in the gap.. somewhat. Strength to you!
Hugs to you too Neerja!
My father is also ailing with serious lifestyle disease. Each doctor’s visit is like a timeline of maybe’s. I keep imagining how lost I would be without him but I can also feel the inner strength you have. Sending you more strength and love ❤️
Thank you for your kind words. It is difficult to see a person you have always looked up to being reduced to a helpless human.I wish good health for your Father,Anuradha!
I love poetries and this was really a heartfelt gratitude. Beautiful!
Beautiful poem, nothing can take away your pain but I hope with time it’s lessened, sending much love, hugs and prayers your way🙏
What a beautiful tribute. Your father in heaven would be so proud of you.
You are kind Ambica,Thank you!
A poem that explains the pain when we lost a person. Beautiful emotional piece!
I am at loss of words. The void created by loss of a parent is huge and this poem touched my heart so much. Sending hugs and I am sure your father is with you, watching you over and blessing you as always. Take care.
Thank you so much for your kind words Chinmayee!
Preeti losing parents is like being in the rain without an umbrella. You are brave, strong, confident and inspirational lady. All I want you to look above and see the bright shinning star looking at you and saying ” I am proud of you my child”… Yes, its uncle showering blessings to you and will keep guiding you in some way or other in your life. Loved the poem.
May God give you the strength and love to fill the vacuum created by your father’s absence. A beautiful and touching poem.
Beautifully penned some gaps cannot be filled, there will always be that empty space.
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