Honoring Loss
Every temple has a story,
Some more pain and some more glory.
But common is their passing nature,
Life and death of every creature.
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There are parts once filled with laughter,
Splendid spots we sang and danced.
Now they're only sealed chapters,
Giving leave to new expanse.
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God promised we would know these sorrows,
That time’s a thing we only borrow.
So, take our broken pieces summed,
And help us Lord to overcome?
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Heavy loss of life’s portrayals,
Harmful blades of man’s betrayal.
Often ill is life's receiving,
Our tender souls bear so much grieving.
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But sail on we must, though somber,
Pressing into life’s next chamber.
Still, I dream to go, perchance,
Back to where we once had danced.
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