Poem: Despite the Heartache By Brenda Arledge

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   surovi99posted 2 years ago

   This was beautiful but sad poetry. Relatable and enjoyable on the other hand. Readers please read Brenda's lovely poetry from the link below:
   https://hubpages.com/literature/Poem-De … -Heartache
   
   Hi Brenda,
   I know you wrote this poetry with Ron in mind and at heart. Beautifully composed. Remember always you do have strength as a quality, which not only Ron admired but also we all do. It was good to hear the Titanic song again after a while. Thank you for your outstanding article.

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Thanks Rosina for posting this one.
      
      I know you don't like it when I post sad ones, but it is a part of life too.
      
      There are days I just don't want to be strong...at least for a few quiet moments.

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      ChitrangadaSharanposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Hello Brenda!
      This is heartfelt poem, where you have expressed your emotions. Makes me sad, and I can very well understand, what you are going through. I just pray that things become easier for you.
      Thank you Rosina, for sharing this.

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         Brenda Arledgeposted 24 months agoin reply to this

         Chitrangada...
         Thank you.
         
         It makes me a bit sad too.
         
         Each day seems to have a struggle & I pray I can get passsed everything & live life the way he wanted me too & the way I need too.
         
         Take care.

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 23 months agoin reply to this

      Rosina...
      Thanks for reminding me that others admire my strength.
      It does help.
      
      Especially as I get ready yo go tackle some yard work.
      
      One step at a time...I'll be okay.

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   Jodahposted 2 years ago

   Brenda, a touching poem. I am sure Ron always admired your strength, and you will be able to fall back on that knowledge to help you move forward.
   Thank you for sharing, Rosina.

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      John
      As hard as all this is...it is one thing that keeps me going.
      He knew I could handle it by the way I handled standing beside him during this struggle.

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   Pamela99posted 2 years ago

   I know Ron knows you are strong but that does not mean your path is easy. This is a beautiful but sad poem Brenda. I know your faith gets you through one days, and I believe we all care about you as a good friend. God bless you.
   
   Thanks for posting Brenda's poem Rosina.

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Thank you Pamela.
      It helps to know I have friends here...even if we only reach out through our words.
      
      This path is not an easy one & there are times I just want to dissapear, but then my struggle leads me to reasons for my existence...so I must keep going.
      For everything there is a reason.
      
      Even if we don't understand.

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   Peggy Wposted 2 years ago

   Dear Brenda,  Ron would be so proud of you.  Grieving is hard work and takes time.  Your heartfelt poem expresses part of your journey.  Please know that many of us are pulling for you and truly care. Thanks Rosina for sharing this.

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Peggy...
      Thank you so much.
      I often wonder if he is happy with my choices.
      
      I believe he is because he trusted me so much.

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   Misbah786posted 2 years ago

   Bredz, this is a heartfelt and lovely poem. I understand that this is a difficult time for you, and I can feel your pain and grief. Always remember, Ron will be happy to see you happy. He is now a soul, and he's always around. I know this is a very difficult time, but love can overcome any obstacle. The reunion will have no such thing as separation.
   
   Please take care of yourself and stay blessed.
   
   Sending you prayers and hugs!

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Thank you Misbah...
      Reminding myself each day that he loved me enough to want me to keep going and to make certain I could once he was gone...helps to push me forward.
      It's a struggle & the tears flow out of no where some days, but I know there is a path I must follow.
      
      Thanks for the hugs & take care of yourself.
      Bredz

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   Carb Divaposted 2 years ago

   Oh Brenda, the pain is so deep. Losing your loved one is like losing a part of yourself. You feel that you will never truly be whole again. My hugs and prayers go with you; I hope you can find minutes and moments that speak to you of Ron's love for you. Death doesn't separate us--you are in different places, but you are still united and will be together once again.

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Linda...
      Thank you so much.
      
      It really feels like death has separated us...at least for now.
      
      There are moments when I sense him and I remember something that makes me smile.
      
      I know once everything settles down and I can relax...the tears will be more, but I will learn to accept that I am left behind for now.
      We had planned ahead & it helps to make it a bit easier because I Know what he wanted for me.
      
      But the heart always wants what the heart wants...this time it can't have it.

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   vidsagsterposted 2 years ago

   A heartfelt touching poem Brenda. Ron had faith in your strength. You have to go on for his sake, despite the road uphill. Time is a great healer and the supreme has a plan for everyone. I loved the quotes and Celine Dion's video. Take care dear friend. Thanks Rosina for sharing Brenda's beautiful poem.

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Vidya
      Thank you.
      They say time is a great healer, so I will see.
      I do know Ron admired my strength & that helps to carry me through.
      I'm glad you liked this write.

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   Peggy Wposted 2 years ago

   I have no doubt that Ron is happy with your choices, Brenda.  He would never have placed his trust in you if he did not feel that way.  Take care!

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Thanks so much Peggy.
      I appreciate that.

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   PurvisBobbi44posted 23 months ago

   Brenda,
   
   Are you ill, Dear? I am so sorry I haven't been able to be on here long enough to communicate with other hubbers. I pop in and off--my brother-in-law is not well--and I am checking on him and my sister in the next town. I miss reading hubs and your poems. I will try to slow down and do better.
   
   I miss Bill and I hope is enjoying life. Tell me about you if you feel like it.
   
   
   Love ,
   Bobbi Purvis

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 23 months agoin reply to this

      Bobbi...
      My boyfriend passed away February 10th.
      
      We had been battling his stage 4 lung cancer since July 2020, but this caught us off guard.
      
      He was up making his own coffee the on Feb 8th and all seemed well.
      
      But on the morning of Feb 9th he couldn't walk across the room.
      He went to bed and never got back up.
      
      I hope your brother gets well soon.
      
      Don't worry about Hubpages right now...go be with your family.
      
      We only get this chance once.
      
      Sending you hugs of comfort.

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    PurvisBobbi44posted 23 months ago

    I am so sorry about your sweetheart--I can relate. Take care of yourself now. I am here if you need to talk--and I will be on and off. My brother-in-law has a pacemaker, and everything else you can name is wrong with him.
    
    Write how you feel--make it your story so others can relate and not feel so alone in the world. It helped me to do it and maybe it will help you.
    
    Your Hub Friend,
    Bobbi Purvis

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       Brenda Arledgeposted 23 months agoin reply to this

       Thank you so much Bobbi.
       
       I imagine my words will be alot about us or him...but I'm trying to mix in a few others.
       
       Right now.. i need to release so many thoughts.   I'm certain I will post a few here.
       
       Take care of yourself along this journey, because it's not an easy one.
       
       I'm sorry you know this feeling.

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    Brenda Arledgeposted 22 months ago

    I remind myself of this every day...
    Then I keep going.
    
    I can finally see my kitchen stove.  YEAH!!
    
    I've been learning to use a one person air fryer we had still in the box in the garage.
    
    We had a large one given to us on Christmas from hus sister, but it magically disappeared when his boys decided to no longer talk with me...so I'm making do with this small one.
    
    But the kitchen is getting better.

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