“Reading or writing poetry creates a space for empathy, for seeing another person, for bearing witness to our common humanity.”
- Thea Voutiritsas
Writing and poetry are often sorting and rebuilding processes. Writing a poem about our loved one gives voice to our grief and allows us to remember them. It is a way of reminiscing the times that have been spent together. It builds a narrative that helps us find the words for our experiences and provides relief.
Examples of Poems
Aruna
Always my beloved mother
Remembered for your selfless service
Undeterred by the challenges you faced
Not a day we forget your passing
As we continue to live up to your teachings
Greta
Grateful for having you in my life
Rest in peace, my lovely wife
Endless days I wish to have you near
To share with me the coming years
Albeit, my angel, you are not here
Share A Poem!
Here’s how you can write an acrostic poem:
1. Write the name of your loved one vertically, as shown below
K
E
X
I
N
2. Look at the first letter and think of words or phrases that describe your loved one. Once you have an idea of it, write it down!
Kneeling beside our little girl
Each night to pray for a miracle
X
I
N
3. Continue to do the same for the rest of the letters and there you have it, your own acrostic poem!
Kneeling beside our little girl
Each night to pray for a miracle
Xcpet that it was never to be
Irregardless of my plea
Now and forever, rest in peace my dear
Do also share a photo, including the name of your loved one and your relationship with them.
Click on “+”
Click “Insert photo”
Insert the file (not exceeding 25MB)
Insert your write up in “type here now”
Click on “Upload”
By submitting, you give permission for your poem to be published by Tapestries of Grief and to be viewed by others as part of our collective narrative.