This is a very old poem of mine, and the poem’s words appeared in my dream-time last night, so I’ve dragged the verse out of my archives, and I’ve rewritten it in present tense. The original title was “With All Her Might”, but I think “Brave” suits Her better now. xx
She had a glorious smile everyday
Despite her painful stay
She tried with all her might
Oh, what a brave fight
She relied on us all, to fill her days
Caring for her different ways
She helped with all her might
Oh, what a courageous sight
She rested, unable to relate
Comfy in her sorry state
She sighed with all her might
Oh, what a sombre plight
She never complained about her fate
Carried our worry weight
She defied destiny with all her might
Oh, what an endless night
Ivor Steven (c) 2018
Ivor.Plumber/Poet 
Sounds like the memory of her smile still keeps you going, and those are the best kinds of memories to hold onto. 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Oh yes, an “everlasting smile.” Thank you Michelle
LikeLiked by 1 person
❤️
LikeLiked by 2 people
It take a since kind of a person to walk that path to recall the path and you felt before during and after
I’m glad I know you Ivor As Sheldon Always
LikeLiked by 2 people
Your kind words always warm my heart, thanks mate
LikeLiked by 1 person
It takes kindness to heal all the wounds
LikeLiked by 3 people
I wrote these lines in March, And I think they say it all for me, you understand me well Sheldon, I thank you for that.
“I’m a healer who’s lost
Gravitated by her sorrow
How do I catch a falling arrow
And mend her broken cross”
LikeLiked by 2 people
I’ve chased a many who have since passed and question……I have yet to find a definitive answer
LikeLiked by 3 people
Being courageous amidst pain….
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thanks Arlene, she certainly was xx
LikeLiked by 2 people
beautiful memory of a courageous woman.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you, I appreciate your kind words.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Beautiful memories Ivor . ❤️
LikeLiked by 1 person
A fine tribute
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks Derrick, the old poem was in my dreams, so I thought, best I bring it out of it’s box.
LikeLiked by 1 person
“Brave” does sound more like her Ivor. And so does “Love”. And that would apply to you too.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Lovely Colleen, I was dreaming about her bravery last night, so I suppose it was a message for me to rewrite this old one and present the poem today.
LikeLike
Sounds like she had a nice visit with you last night then.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Most nights, dear Colleen, she was full gentle mischief
LikeLike
Well that’s an adventurous way to be Ivor 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
What a beautiful homage to this wonderful lady. Your poem sounds very musical. Love the rhymes too.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Heartfelt as always Ivor, and a lovely picture to accompany your fine words.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks Peter, yes she loved her painting 🎨
LikeLiked by 1 person
A beautiful tribute to Carole and I love her artwork. So much lives on doesn’t it? 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes Sue, she is everywhere, and I’m about that
LikeLike
You have brought tears to my eyes, Ivor. Hope you get a better night’s sleep tonight.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I did, thank you Kelvin. And I’m pleased my dreams prompted me to post this old poem, from 15 years ago, and I was surprised that it was still a good piece. 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
Great write about her.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes, it’s over 15 years old the poem, in the present tense it’s still ok. At a time not long after my Stroke, and I was writing to help myself regain my language … we were going through the toughest of times, she was the strong one, and off the back of her courage, I was able to continue our fight.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Beautiful Ivor ☺
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you Walt, see was one of a kind.
LikeLiked by 1 person
You’re very welcome my friend ☺
LikeLike
Beautiful way to remember a strong, beautiful woman.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you Kayla for viewing so many of my poems and articles today, I get quite a buzz out of seeing your name so often in my notifications
LikeLiked by 1 person
Well Ivor I love your work! It’s hard for me to stop by all the blogs I love so when I do I try to catch up on what I’ve missed ☺️
LikeLiked by 1 person
This is beautiful. It sounds to me that you were a strong and brave couple. Together. This poem is so respectful and loving. You must still miss her a lot . Thanks so much for directing me to this 💛
LikeLiked by 1 person
Oh, it’s nearly 7 years now, my memories are my treasures.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes, I bet. Like any treasure, may they always remain bright xoxo
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you….
LikeLiked by 1 person
What an amazing woman and beautiful soul she must have been. It must be nice to know how she lives on in your heart and memory. Thank you for sharing these with me.
LikeLike