The Good Wife Comments

[cont.] 'bereaved bĭ-rēvd′ adjective Suffering the loss of a loved one. Mourning due to the death of a loved one. Having suffered the death of a loved one.'

I read Spanner's poem twice (at least) before deciding on ***** (5) stars. I'm thinking: 'the speaker is speaking, AFTER his death, to his bereaved*** wife (the 'Good' one) . [continued]

PYRE: 'also known as a funeral pyre, is a structure, usually made of wood, for burning a body as part of a funeral rite or execution. As a form of cremation, a body is placed upon or under the pyre, which is then set on fire.'

Gee, there is NOTHING I'd like better than to be 'reunited' with 'my love' on a pyre aka 'funeral pyre'. DON'T light a match, Dear. : )