For Bill - My Brother Poem by Evelyn Macdonald

For Bill - My Brother



Who was aged five when I was born
My brother
Who hid my toys and broke my dolls
My brother
Who avoided his sister at school all day
My brother
Who tolerated my teenage years
My brother
Who as an adult became a friend
My brother
Who mellowed with each passing year
My brother
Who supported my desire to immigrate
My brother
Who was there when others weren't
My brother
Who buried our parents while I was gone
My brother
Who cherished every visit I made
My brother
Who had his ticket to visit me here
My brother
Who unexpectedly died this year
My brother

COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Linda Gatiens 26 January 2018

That's so sad Evelyn. Devastating for you. X

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Bob Kavanagh 02 November 2009

Thank you Evelyn, This poems builds beautifully and finishes emotionally. You cn feel your loss.

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RavynneJody Darden 31 July 2009

really amazing poem, Evelyn!

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C.R. Clark 26 February 2008

A very touching poem, Evelyn. A good read and a fine tribute. Thanks Richard

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Evelyn Macdonald

Evelyn Macdonald

Leven, Fifeshire, Scotland
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