From a Distance

A poem in memory of my beautiful Nan <3

I always pictured you at my wedding,
wearing a fancy hat – an ugly fancy hat
like you did at my mum’s.

I imagined another family holiday,
one you’d insist on paying for,
because generosity was your way.

I saw you trying more new things:
archery with your sister,
Japanese food with me and Gramp.

I pictured you showing off my first book,
my graduation photo, my first house —
to all of your friends with pride.

And though you’ll guide me from a distance,
shaking your head at each silly decision,
still listening, still near.

You’ve shaped me into who I am today.
I’ll be forever grateful
for everything you gave.

Photo by Fadi Xd on Unsplash

This one is a little more personal, a little poem in memory of my beautiful Nan, who we sadly lost this September. I love you, Nanna <3

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