Description: I wrote this today after hearing the news that Sister Evelyn Marie passed away when being hit by a car coming back from church. I had known her for a little over 10 years (which is most of my life) and she was very dear to me.
I couldn't write a poem because my head was too fogged up with the sadness of her passing. I did, however, want to have a chance at saying goodbye so I wrote this letter in hopes that she is reading it now.
My Chance to Say Goodbye -------------------------------------------
Sister Evelyn Marie,
You’re gone. I really can’t believe it. You… one of those most amazing people that I know. You left everyone so suddenly. Who would have thought that while walking back from church a car would hit you… and that no one would see you alive again?
I know that you have gone to a better place… I still remember the story you told me a few weeks after your mother had passed away. How you were visiting her and took a lunch break… and that when you came back she told you she talked to Him. That He said she could leave soon, but had a chance to say goodbye to her loved ones. You told me you were so curious about everything He said and how she talked to Him… but you didn’t ask because you knew one day you would find out.
I guess that day was today… and though I wish it hadn’t happened so quickly… I know that you are happy being with Him. You were such a good person. You helped so many people that needed help and prayed for everyone that needed the prayers whether you knew them or not.
Most of all, you taught me that I was special and could do good things for other people. You taught me how to play the piano which is now one of my biggest passions. And you… you taught me that life is worth living if you live it the right way.
So Thankyou…thankyou for teaching Ashley and I how to play… and teaching so many others. Thankyou for helping countless people turn to faith and teaching me that He really is with us. I know that you are glad to be with him and I am glad for you… but I still hold an emptiness in my heart where your guidance and presence once was.
You won’t be coming back and I know that. I will simply be coming to you in the future. I will never forget everything you did and everything you are still doing.
I cannot critique this, since it is a letter written, not as a poetic expression or to convey meaning or description to the casual reader, but rather, as a therapeutic release of emotion and pain for healing. However, this is a very beautiful letter, and hopefully, one that helped to bring some sense of closure and comfort to you in dealing with Sister Evelyn Marie's untimely passing. From what I read in your letter, I was able to gather that Sister Evelyn was an amazing woman, full of God's grace, love, patience and caring. It's always difficult to deal with the passing of those who have touched our lives and filled it with meaning and hope, and we cannot begin to fathom God's reasons for things and events, we can only trust in His wisdom and goodness.
that was beautiful it brought me to tears that something that devistating could happen to you/anyone and you are still willing to share it with all of us on here that takes curage and I admire that I'm sorry for your loss and know how you feel I hope you get throught everything ok
its really hard to write about such painful things as the death of someone we cherished. last year the boy i was in love with killed himself and while a lot of my writing has been exploring his death and everything it was the hardest things to write. i am really sorry that such an important part of your lifes structure has been taken from you but... God will place others in your life not to take her place but to continue to guide you and help you through... you take care of you honey... i dont know how long ago this happened though i know that doesnt matter coz the gap one feels after the death of someone doesnt close up over night. i hope your doing ok and if you need anyone to talk to ever message me if you like... im always round. take care of you gorgeous
very tender and sweet write about this lady who made a difference in your life. i am very sorry for your loss. it is a great thing that you have your faith to help you, and that you realize she is in a better place, with Him. the story of her mom and her is beautiful, that he mother saw Him and he spoke to her. perhaps you can pray to Sister Evelyn Marie, since she has a direct line! sorry, just a little levity. keep her in your heart always. very nice dedication letter.
I'm so sorry about what happened. Its great that you're getting your emotions out in writing. Sometimes writing a poem is so incredibly hard when we're sad or angry, so this letter was a great choice. I know theres not much I can say to help you, but keep your head up because shes happy:O) --Kayla
Very touching. Im sorry to hear about what happened, this is very true and honest and you are a very sweet person. But I am left worried, the letter ends...
Aw, I'm so sorry. It's wonderful that you're able to get your emotions out somehow, even if it isn't a poem, it's still a part of you. I hope you have good luck and everything works out for you!
Submission Name: My Chance to Say Goodbye
