Tender Walks the Night


Tender walks the night
when there is sorrow in the garden,
softly sigh the branches
on the passageway of tears.
The candleglow of heaven
lights the path so newly-trodden,
resting on the shoulders
of the loved ones gathered near.

Slowly folds the rosebud,
petals closing in the dark;
the scent of love will linger,
giving strength to bear the burden.
Memories will open --
let the flow of healing start.
Tender walks the night
when there is sorrow in the garden


© Laryalee Fraser



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