Memories of Loved Ones

by Kristina D.
(Washington State)

Hold onto your memories
Even if they are sad or haunting.
Hold on to the power of remembering,
Even if their voices have long died out of this world.
Hold on to the gift remembering,
Even if their faces have long disappeared from the face of this earth.
Hold on to the lifelong advises they gave you,
Even if they aren't there to remind you anymore.
Hold on to your valuable memories
Even when they are dead in this world.