Memories Poem by Cynthia Buhain-baello

Children have different memories
Of parents who pass away.
While some will forgive freely,
Others remain bitter each day.

Dead parents can't say 'Sorry! '
For failures and mistakes.
No tears can change life's story,
Forgiveness is all it takes.

Recycling and rewinding
The painful things of the past,
Do not add to healthy living-
And may not make our life last.

Let us close the door for the dead,
Let them rest and be at peace.
Remember the good things instead,
And our heartaches and pain will cease.