what are
the lessons I’m learning
today

gently listen
to the voices
in my life

love speaks loudly
and in myriad ways
directly heart to heart

time, even if it’s short
is important to utilize
to pour out our heart

don’t hesitate
to lean in to listen
and to speak love

love intensifies
and you can feel the vibrations
of two hearts connected

you can feel
your heart connected to
all past and future love

love
that transcends all time
will give you courage

when I empty
my heart of the sadness of loss
all you will feel is my love

each moment together
leading up to the loss
is a complete gift

say all the words
on your heart
until there are no words

then speak love
in your touch, your eyes,
your intention

let the tears flow
unchecked
when you can

but also know
you are brave, strong, resilient
and you will get through this

having a friend
with you at the time of loss
is good for the soul

it doesn’t make you weak
it means you know yourself
and what you need

be gentle with yourself
know that you’re tender-hearted right now
breathe and just be

pray for comfort
for strength
to open your heart

remember outloud
all of the good times
you have shared

savor
every
last moment

kiss them goodbye
with a grateful heart
and let them go

give permission
to them
to let go