Stillborn Poem by Valerie Dohren
Stillborn
(A mother`s lament)
Oh rest your head my little one
Upon a silken cloud
And may the angels cradle you
Wrapped in a golden shroud
In love, I bore your tiny form
So pure, so calm, so still
And gazed upon your precious face
My dreams n`er to fulfil
I ached to see the breath of life
To hear the sweetest cry
Rise up within your silent breast
Yet still you there did lie
I held you tightly in my arms
Pressed close against my heart
Then wept an avalanche of tears
To know that we must part
And as the years pass by, my child,
Your mem`ry will remain
No-one will ever understand
This everlasting pain
You`ll always be a part of me
A gift from heaven above
And `though I`ll never hold your hand
You`ll always have my love
So rest your head my little one
Upon a silken cloud
Within my dreams I`ll cradle you
Wrapped in your golden shroud
So much of our lives depend on the happiness of our children.no one knows grief like the mother who has lost her newborn.i feel that this poem was written with great tenderness and real empathy.it never ceases to amaze me, how tragedy can illuminate the beauty within the human spirit.
Perhaps your sweet, flowing poetry has been enhanced by the stings of fate-A tragic lament but needed
This poem literally made me cry. A beautiful write but a very sad one. Thanks for sharing.
Dear Valerie Dohren, Your poem, Stillborn is so beautifully, tenderly written This reader will think of it many times warmest wishes, Sylvia Lukeman
Very poignant poem which carries all of the emotions of loss. With the use of rhyme and rhythm the poetess has surpassed quality by managing intricate details within the tight framework. I love the poem. Thank you for inviting me to read your version of these tragic events. I will cherish this poem too. Hop to read more of your work when I find some moments to read through. Lovely work Valerie. Well done.
this is a very emotional touching write. just beautiful Valerie. I fell the hurt of the poet. each stanza is a story within its self. great work
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
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Valerie, You said this was not autobiographical and I am glad of that. However, what a beautiful poem and a well crafted and loving and delicate piece. Love sleeps eternal in that silent heart.