Do Not Weep
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
Thanks, Mark.
posted by Kate at 8:40 PM
7 Comments:
Sniffle. Ironic that a poem entitled "Do not Weep" has made me do just that. What beautiful imagery and sentiment in that.
6:12 AM
I love that!! I have goosebumps all over and love that Jimmy helps me wake up in the morning!!!!
8:30 AM
Kate, This poem reminds me of what your brother wrote in "Ojibwa the Great." How wonderful that you and Jim got to celebrate life and love with each other. Jim will always be with those who loved him and especially you, Rachael, and Jake.
2:37 PM
I had the honor of attending the Henrietta JCPC celebration of Jimmy's life yesterday. It was a truly heart-touching service. For sure, Jim has used the WD-40 on those rusty hinges of the pearly gates by now! I'm sure that God will have great things for Jim to do -- he will have many people who dearly love him to watch over. Thanks to all who gave such loving tribute to a much-loved warrior. God bless Jimmy and all his wonderful family!
11:12 AM
I don't know you, your family, or Jim. I found your blog and I feel as though I know you. I feel this sense of saddness in my heart that I have never felt and love for my family beyond words. God had great plans for you. The pain of losing a loved one is beyond measure and what you feel, you will always feel. As you should. But know that you will love your children in a way that people who have not experienced what you have experienced could ever imagine. They say that children are our hearts living outide of our bodies, so see your children and see the face of your husband, listen to them sleep at night, and hear your husbands breath. And listen to God. When you spoke with the lady from the insurance company that was clueless about what was going on with her husband, you were armed with information. God speaks when you don't expect it,and he may be nudging you in a direction that may be your "calling."
Above all-thank-you. You are a stranger to me and yet have touched beyond measure. I will continue to read as I am curious to see what great things you are destined for. Truly you are a beautiful person, and you heart shines through your writing.
10:19 PM
i dont know you, your family, or jim either but i know cancer and my heart feels a kinship to you. a close friend of yours directed me to your blog. my father recently battled stage IV kidney cancer. he was diagnosed on may 6th and went to be with the LORD on august 19th. when i heard of your battle and the passing of your husband i cried for you. you have done such a beautiful job of creating a place where you can heal, vent, find comfort and as your children get older a place for them to simply see how much their father was loved and what a hero in this horrible battle he was. cancer is evil, i hate it. it took a part of me when it took my daddy. it was gutwrenching to witness. i feel as though i have lost any part of my cognitive mental process. i have a 5 year old and a two year old and watching them attempt to understand and process this all (mostly the 5 year old) has been another heartache. my heart aches for your babies as well. i just finished the book "dont take my grief away" its simplistic but perfect for my limited mental capacity after this journey. it was reccomended to me through hospice. i will say that even bearing witness to the battle and the final moments....i still feel numb and in disbelief as to what happend to my family. its been 6 weeks today and i will say that its a ride...a horrible yet healing ride that i will call time. we were blessed to have so many ppl reach out to us and guide us through this. i could not imagine going it alone. i know that you will be entering some emotions and healing that hopefully can be shared by your support group and family. i pray for you and your family as i walk the same path towards healing. GOD bless you and your family and precious babies at this most difficult time. know that you are a hero too! you fought this fight as well. may GOD show you favor as you heal.
12:00 AM
I Love you Kate and Jimmy!!! You guys are going to be ok,,,and so are the rest of us!!!!I miss you Jimmy!!!!!
1:04 AM
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