Too Late (rictameter)

Heartwrenching rictameter of sad epiphany, Marianne, achieved "too late". Impeccible craftsmanship here in an absorbing read.

This is very sad and paints an image of great emotional loss.

Jim,
Thank you for your sensitive comment.

Some of us believe we have an infinite amount of time - to spend with loved ones, to call old friends, to right a wrong. We think there will always be tomorrow. But I've learned that isn't true ... never take anyone or anything for granted. When my dad was dying, I realized that there were still so many things I wanted to talk to him about ... and it was too late.

Thank you, William. I always appreciate your comments.

Very moving, and though it may be too late to talk face to face, it's never too late to communicate with loved ones who have passed on. Ask for a dream.

So very true, Alison. Thank you for the kind words.

Lovely poem with a very sad background.
Your father is watching over you and though you will not get concrete answers to concrete questions, it is quite possible to find a new kind of connection...

Thanks for your kind thoughts, Cristina.

Beautiful reminder that we should never wait to speak our hearts. No wasted words. Great poem.

Thanks, Kate!

Marianne - beautifully done and oh I know how this feels - thank the blessings of the Good Lord that when mama got sick ten years ago and was in ICU, I really asked for and received a miracle. She lived ten more years and was with her every moment I could be and we had a blast - those last ten years of her life were the best - we lit candles in the evenings and went to festivals - I recorded her talking and took tons of pictures of her - we became close...so yes, your words are so very true but I don't believe connections end when the physical withers - I believe in eternal life - though that may sound fanatic or hokey - I just think energy never dies and thoughts about that person or thoughts to them are the light that keeps them going along the path! Salud.

Yes, I believe that, too, Mariana. How lovely for you and your mother that you had those special last ten years to celebrate LIFE together.

I think 'too late' covers many things of an emotional nature and possibly is the biggest reason a person later feels regret.

Very moving.