The Wake Poem by Randy McClave

I give you my condolences for your sad loss
So, I bring you my sympathy and also a cake,
I will pray for your loved one upon my cross
As we today celebrate their life, with this wake.
As they lie dead we friends and family will keep a vigil
To the loss of the one who affected us all as a whole,
Until they are buried we will keep this ritual
With the viewing and the mourning for their body and soul.
Let's share the food and their fond, fond memories
As life and death they are just a lonely numeral,
Remember in death we know of peace and we hold no enemies
Let's count our blessings and the loved and lost ones at the funeral.
As we gather together for the wake inside their home
We will keep watch of our loved ones until they are laid to rest,
No soul living or dead wants to be ever left alone
So, now we celebrate this wake, were we feel happy and blessed.

Randy L. McClave