Waving she stood on the threshold,
her husband and children on the road,
her elder to competition quiz,
blessed her with a smile whiz.
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It reminds of Washinton Irving's Story, the way decades are condensed into a single dream, but instead of awakening in a different era as Rip van Winkle did, she enters eternal slumber,
This poem chillingly compresses several decades into a woman's afternoon nap. In a proud reverie she watches her children thrive; she cherishes the blessings of marriage, Then life's dream reaches its natural conclusion. Instead of waking, she has come to the end of her days.
A poignant piece of poetry! I feel it but can't express my feelings.
But alas! ! mama lay cold; could not rejoice in her victory bold, The trophy tarnished lay unnoticed, Silent witness to the tragedy focused. lying in peaceful rest.. you should be a very loving person to write this. thank you.
Death is silent......a magic n tragic end to an eventful innings...good.
Only a lovely mother can write such a heart touching poem! ....................10
As a middle school English teacher, perhaps the poet has long been familiar with stories in which half a lifetime is compressed into a single dream. So perhaps this poem reflects her vocation.