“Bon Voyage”


“Bon Voyage”

Colorful dots peppered 

over the gigantic world map

trip list neatly printed small

glued carefully into

every wallet calendar

every year 

carried with you 

everywhere

albums stacked in closets

to always remember 

your feet touching all seven continents

poles north and south

with our beloved Mom.


We scatter your ashes now

christening you to travel oceans

exploring new currents

on your next adventure

wherever the waters carry you.

I'm looking forward to your pictures.

We bless you to the sea

releasing you with love

grateful for your life

grateful you loved sharing the riches of you 

with us.

………………………

Images: an old Army pic, me and my Dad, his ashes scattered at sea.

Wendy Lew Toda

I create at the intersection of grief and joy.

Art • Poetry • Coaching • Facilitation

https://www.wendylewtoda.com
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