Absent

 

Were there many assembled in the chapel

was my niece there with her children

why do families quarrel

Did my wreath arrive on time, did you see it

were there many floral tributes

Was the atmosphere sad

I suppose tears were shed and sobs stifled

I sat alone at home and cried a little

as I imagined you all gathered there

Was anything draped over the coffin

who was the priest who officiated

I may not have been there

but I could see all in my mind´s eye

I felt drawn there, guilty not to be there

but relieved to have concealed my grief

We all loved him for many good reasons

he was so kind, calm and understanding

Was there a reception afterwards

perhaps in his favourite pub on the moors

He and Mum loved to go there on Sundays

I can see them now hand in hand

I was with you all in spirit and prayer

there was no prolonged suffering, the end was quick