It's the third Thursday of the month so I'd like to welcome you to our second Gathering of Poetry post. Several friends and acquaintances have died recently so I have been thinking about them. When searching for a poem about death that still expressed comfort and hope, I came across this one. Maya Angelou wrote this poem upon hearing of James Baldwin’s death and read it at his funeral.
When Great Trees Fall
by Maya Angelou
by Maya Angelou
This is such a moving poem -- thank you for sharing it. I'm sorry you've lost loved ones recently, and I hope their memories will be a blessing to you.
ReplyDeleteWow, this poem! Maya Angelo had such a way with words. I think this poem is a lovely way to remember in the best possible way... Be and be better.
ReplyDeleteI hope that the memories of those dear to you fill you and that their memories are a blessing to you! XO
If you were seeking an uplifting poem about loss, you definitely found it. It's beautiful and comforting while also addressing loss and grieving. Thank you for sharing this, Bonny.
ReplyDeleteThis poem expresses grief so beautifully. Maya Angelou was such a gift to all of us. I have a signed copy of the poem she wrote for Clinton's inauguration hanging in my office.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a powerful poem, Bonny. Absolutely perfect. XO
ReplyDeleteshe is one of my all time favorite poets, so talented and very wise.
ReplyDeleteBeuatiful words, and I'm sorry for your losses.
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What a beautiful poem. That last stanza is gorgeous. I need to revisit some of her poetry.
ReplyDelete(finally!) playing catch up this morning and I love that this is the last post of yours ... that poem is simply beautiful. I am printing it for my journal. Thank you!
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