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Death and Saint Patrick’s Day
(17 March 2022)
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There has been
A death in the family
We will gather tonight
It might seem
As a wake
Though really it’s for comfort
Something pleasant
In all the difficulty
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Which is maybe what
A wake is
Why the Irish developed
The remembrance
Bittersweet
Like coffee with sugar
Porter in a glass
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Though the glasses
Won’t be broken
Ritually,
It might feel like a christening
Launching a spirit
Into heaven
While
Our part in having something
Unofficially good to do
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Goodbye
Farewell
Fair winds, as sailors
From many nations say,
And following seas
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C L Couch
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clcouch123 
March 17, 2022 at 7:41 pm
Ah, my friend. As they say here in Ireland…sorry for your loss. Be gentle with yourself. A sacred time.
March 18, 2022 at 12:43 am
Thank you, friend. This death was a surprise tragedy. And I have a brother who is failing. I deeply appreciate your advice.
March 18, 2022 at 3:25 am
Wishing sweet peace and dear memories for you and yours. Holding you all in the Light. ::hugs::
March 18, 2022 at 7:37 pm
I need to keep the Light in mind. Thank you for your help in this–and for the wishes and the hugs!