Still, it makes me so sad that I cannot read this poem without weeping. The poem is optimistic, yet it captures the sense of surrealism one feels when one is bereaved. I've come across this poem several times. I would remain open to yet another person who came into my life. What a beautiful and positive poem. I loved it and wanted to use it but I am so afraid of violating copyright that I asked her where she got it. Why did we have to run out time? Death Is Nothing At All. Nothing has happened. She was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy at the age of 3, and her doctors told me early on that she would not live to see puberty. Throughout the service at the cemetery, a fawn watched all of us from 30 feet away. I read this poem at the funeral of my mother in 2008. I, too, lost the love of my life this year. In June of 2016, I lost 3 family members in 19 days, losing my dear uncle Jim on Father's Day morning, and my cousin Mark during the reading of my grandmother's last rites. The pain of losing her was overwhelming, yet I was so grateful God had called her home. Mike and I met in 1978 and lived and loved each other and on the date 10/11/13 we were lawfully joined in marriage. He died suddenly of a widow maker heart attack. It's one of the most difficult paths we walk in this life. Our death may not even get a mention in the Obituary columns of some newspapers. He was very loving and caring. Linda Harrison. As Stephanie has said, 'the sadness of not being able to hold him or see him in the flesh is so strong' it overtakes me at times. I am I and you are you. Whatever we were to each other. Love never dies. His passion was to be an English teacher, which he achieved for 2 years. You will never be forgotten. That we are still. Memories about him struck me anytime, anywhere. I lost my hero, my dad, and a dear friend. He was all I ever knew since we were together since junior high. All is well. I am feeling numb but no more tears other than those shed at the funeral. The poem brought me enormous comfort and it still brings tears to my eyes when I read it. Two weeks have passed and I still cannot believe it. I've read this poem many times since she passed; it's given me some comfort. I lost the man I was supposed to marry as well, in May. Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. We would bury someone, recover for a few weeks, bury someone, recover for a few weeks and so on and so on. It has brought comfort to so many people I have shared it with. I cry for the things I have lost. I miss him so much. Put no difference in your tone, wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. I began to cast the cares of my loss upon Him, and His love has brought strength where I have had pain. Kelsey was an amazing women. Our breath is His breath, our hearts, His Heart. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes that we enjoyed together. This is the most wonderful piece of writing I know. I have only slipped away to the next room.... full text. I cry when it rains and when it shines. I took great comfort (after my initial sadness) that this was his way of telling me that all was well. I am I and you are you. I am I, and you are you, and the old life that we lived so fondly together is untouched, unchanged. I did the reading - a couple of stumbles but got through to the end. We had so many plans and so many dreams that will never happen now. When you have experienced such a love you would never have to be in a relationship again. I felt the same way. It draws me near to my Dad. My thoughtful neighbor just sent this while thinking of me. This is the 2nd time this beautiful, tenderly vivid poem has been shared with me. I lost my younger brother two years ago. The information we provided is prepared by means of a special computer program. Death is nothing at all. But for my mother, especially, I still feel the pain of her loss after 4 years, and I guess I will for a long time to come. Everything remains exactly as it was. This poem brings me hope for an eternal reunion when my day comes. Death is Nothing at All, Henry Scott Holland Quote, Inspirational Quote, Death Dying Quote, Death is Nothing Quote, Oak Leaf, Unframed 16,38 €+ Chargement Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I feel so lost now without my brother; we were very close. He was buried and had service, a burial where his family was buried. As if it were not enough for my Mike to endure, he suffered a stroke on 6/27/16. My dad had been snatched from me on 16th July when he had a massive cardiac arrest. Dear Lee, in regard to your comment, every word of it I feel the same about losing my grandma. Then this week (on Wednesday), I lost my Granny; she was sick. I, too, lost my Uncle first in November, followed by my good friend who had a brain tumor. Hello Everyone, My dad died suddenly on the 11th of December. This time we did not get our normal response. My beloved Michael became of angel of God's on 9/3/16. Chris dying is the single worse thing that has ever happened to me and ever will. I've lost family, both young and old, and friend to the cold embrace of death. W H A T . But just know that the way you feel about losing your father, there are some who completely understand. Those of us still earthbound so miss the form we've grown accustomed to, and it's hard for us to grasp the cosmic truths. Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. She was 42 years old. Our Special Mum By Today is the 4th anniversary of my grandmother's passing. Why had not I met him 20 years ago, I asked? My cousin sent me this poem after my beloved fifteen year old cat passed years ago. It's still not settled in. 21 years on and I still feel the pain and sadness. STOP! Two months later, it was my mother by marriage. One brief moment and all will be as it was before. Yes, death makes one's spirit go from one room to another room only! I know that his heart will always beat in mine. I am I and you are you. I have lost many people over the years, including both my parents, so I know only too well the sadness of loss, and it is true when they say time is a great healer. Understand we all have infinite wisdom and knowledge within us but before we incarnated into these bodies we agreed to let this knowledge lie dormant within the depths of our soul and we have to because if you knew everything while you were here this life would not be a challenge. Everyone would end their journey called life someday. And on days like today, I especially struggle. I have come to know that it is not for my good, but for the good of my beloved. My beautiful son died 2 days ago. I live in the U.K. And I felt so far away, but he was very lucky as the community there was absolutely amazing--so kind, helpful, considerate, competent and they organized everything. Such a beautiful poem. I, too, lost my 15-year-old cat years ago, and my cousin sent me this poem, which helped so much. Bless you dear. I S . Nothing has happened. Death is nothing at all. Guess that was just their way of easing weight and easing the pain I am going through. But, it was his path, and he had to follow it. The pain of loss never goes away. Put no difference into your tone. Closer by the mile. I, too, thank you all for your stories and for being "out there" with your understanding hearts. I have only slipped away into the next room. To say I feel like shattered glass doesn't even come close to how I feel. Most shocking was my sweet nephew in January of an overdose from Opioids, and my best friend of 47 years who died from the same kind of brain tumor my friend died from in December, and only 3 days after her funeral we lost my dad who was 94. I had this poem read at the cemetery for my husband who passed away unexpectedly on Labor Day. ‘ Death is Nothing at All ‘ by Henry Scott Holland is told by a speaker who has entered death and is attempting to alleviate the sadness of those he left behind. The grief becomes overwhelming, but this poem helped to show me how to live after all these days, and today I know they are all just around the corner and we will meet again. That was in November of last year. I love and miss you John. He leaves behind a devastated mother, stepfather, brothers, grandmother, niece, nephew, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. The old life that we lived so fondly together is untouched, unchanged. Oh how I wish to see him once more, to caress him again. I honestly think I would be catatonic. The poet faced his own mortality and people have continued to identify strongly with what he was able to express so bravely about love, which does not end with death. I am I, and you are you; whatever we were to each other, that, we still are. I haven't slept in 3 days, haven't had a proper meal since he left, haven't put on sheets or even showered. I lost the man I was to grow old with unexpectedly. To the lovely lady who thanked us for allowing her to "vent," this is simply our hearts and souls reaching out to others in this kind of pain, a human connection. I read this poem at my dear uncle's funeral. I feel like this year has been an experiment in grief for our family. Everything remains as it was. I asked her to marry me when she could dance again. My great nephew Christopher Alexander was taken home. May He keep your heart soft and ready to bear the burdens of others and bear Christ's burden to intercede for others. I have many angels in heaven and get lonely for them, but then I hear a story like yours and my hope is renewed, and I know they are always with me. I can empathize with you. I imagine him saying those words to me. He never made me feel any less worthy than those whose fathers were well and able. I draw comfort in the thoughts of this poem - that death is nothing; he is just around the corner, in another room, waiting for the time for us to be together again. All 4 girls in the vehicle were killed. I don't know how to walk this life without them. I truly understand you. I recently lost my husband. He will never forsake you. I cannot begin to imagine what you must be going through. I've only recently lost my dad on Dec. 5, 2016. I quit my job to attend and devote my life to her. It will decide how people will take our name after our death. My sister asked me to read the poem at Bryan's funeral. As a Funeral Director, I will never forget an amazing Celebrant, Graeme Oldman reading this at many services. I'm not normally an emotional person, but this poem made me cry more than I have in the past month. You now have two beautiful angels looking down on you and guiding you through these difficult times. I'm showing this to my friends and family. I remember as if it were yesterday being told my son had a non-curable brain tumor. It does not count. I miss him terribly. I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. Put no difference into your … It was so sudden and unexpected that I was in shock, and I am lucky to have a wonderful family, partner, and best friends in the world who are helping me to deal with it. It does not count. Our last trip was to San Francisco. Just before my husband, my father-in-law had a heart attack. After graduation, he was elected as a Student (fellow) of Christ Church, Oxford. I am I, and you are you, and the old life that we lived so fondly together is untouched, unchanged. Everything remains exactly as it was. Then l heard she had a serious car accident, and I couldn't find her for six weeks. Family Friend Poems has made every effort to respect copyright laws with respect to the poems posted here. My son was my everything, and I can't even try to describe the pain. I first heard this poem at a service for 911. Staying with him through his treatments is a benefit not everyone gets...how many have to go that road alone? Death is nothing at all. Death is everywhere, around us. I prayed Lord, if You already bore our grief, does it included the grief I'm experiencing with my love passing?? The words are so POWERFUL, INCLUSIVE, ELOQUENT, INSIGHTFUL, GENTLE. I felt overwhelming sadness, like I was drowning in grief. I was sent it on the death of my husband five years ago. May you be able to keep loving others knowing that it is only those who love who can be hurt by loss and separation. For the past 48 hours I have been trying to stave off the feeling of guilt because I knew that I wasn't grieving in the way that I imagined I should or in the way that I can see everyone else grieving. He was 54. He has made himself known to me from the other side. I had never shared this with my husband. Death is nothing at all. Shopping. Bryan's path was shorter than he, and we, would have liked. Hopefully this poem will help. My best friend of 30 years died suddenly last year. All other content on this website is Copyright © 2006 - 2021 FFP Inc. All rights reserved. The words are so beautiful. Our friendship lasted 40 years, and I am lost without her. But then on 7/7/15 we got the word; the spot on the lung was cancer. Death is such a hard reality. I cry because she was about to become an aunty for the first time and she will never meet her niece. It really says a lot. Death is nothing at all. What makes anything in life a classic, is that it's meaning or message stands the test of time. Death is nothing at all, 1146842, prayer cards. God bless! Death is nothing at all, I have only slipped into the next room I am I and you are you Whatever we were to each other, that we are still. My daughter's wedding was 4 days before his death. Still, it is nothing at all. Speak to me in the easy way which you always used. I am I and you are you. It is the will of the Holy Spirit to live as we were originally created. Coming up on Mother's Day is always hard for me since my mother passed away 22 years ago. My 105 years young mother left this poem for me to find, the day of her passing on February 16, 2016. Sometimes it is just assurance that we can make ir take the next step. The poem begins with the speaker stating that death means nothing. All of our prayer cards are printed on quality card and gloss laminated and now in a Larger Type. I cry because I will never see her in a wedding dress or hear her laughter ever again. I have only slipped away to the next room. I have only slipped away into the next room. Thank you again for being brave and generous and sharing your story. And now that she's gone, at times I feel like I can't keep going without the love and joy she brought to me. Deep loss is always so hard. I lost my fiance this March...it has only been a month. Does it ever get better? I read this at my little brother's visitation. A few weeks after his death, I was going through some of his papers and found this passage among them. Speak of me in the easy way which you always used. What an easy way to see death! Wow, this poem gave me the new idea about death. Sometimes I just can't stop crying. This poem gives me hope. But as I see it, death is everything, and it is cruelly and randomly doled out. It's like my Joe was speaking to me, waiting for me "just around the corner." Call me by my old familiar name, speak to me in the easy way which you always used, put no difference in your tone, wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. I believe it was a sign from my dear grandmother. I feel so blessed to know without a shadow of a doubt that he IS waiting for me. It causes no real separation … So much that my heart experiences physical pain when I remember about him. I no longer fear death, but I'm actually waiting for that day to see the loved ones I lost. I moved him home and saw to his needs daily for five weeks. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device. just round the corner. Thank you. Now we had a game changer, which was being told my son now had a grade 4 GBM and it was brain cancer. He has showed me many signs that he is still right here with me, however, the sadness of not being able to hold him or see him in the flesh is so strong that sometimes I don't know if I believe that he is still here with me. This pain and anguish you describe is consuming me. “Death is nothing at all. So I celebrate their existence, and this poem showed me how. My family is going through the same sudden shock too. In this I find some solace, but it has not healed my shattered heart. It was as if he was whispering them to me. We are not always looking for an answer, a 'fix me', but gentle ears. Grateful for all of this and more, I never consciously sought any of it. x. Stephanie, And this poem helps. This life and the next do feel one and the same to me now. Recipients all agree! My beautiful son passed away just a year ago, at the age of 26. Call me by the old familiar name. Thank you for listening. It confirms what I believe and know with heart and soul. Happened upon this poem by accident. I send it out to friends when they experience deep loss. This is a very wonderful poem. I believe the poet was dying of cancer as he wrote it and was so brave as he comforted his loved ones. May you know the true and only comfort that Jesus Christ by His Holy Spirit can give to each hurting heart. He is fully alive within and around us. Speak to me in the easy way which you always used. I have only slipped away into the next room. I'm so sorry for your loss. I just wanted you to know that I read your comment, and cannot imagine the grief and sorrow you are experiencing. Heartbroken. I have only memories, poetry, photos and philosophical explanations on how to handle this life lesson. It's a must read for all who grieve because the knowledge of our loved ones' spiritual presence beside us helps immensely. I've been there too much. Dad, as you go to join our creator, I take consolation that our creator has need of you more than I. Remember him, talk about him and laugh at your old jokes and silly things you did together. Death is nothing at all Death is nothing at all; I have only slipped away into the next room. I still grieve for all of these loved ones, the reminders that come, a song on the radio, etc. That is how we live our life. I couldn't even attend his rituals due to lockdown all over. He was only 65 and had no sign of illness. Call me by my old familiar name, Speak to me in the easy way which you always used Put no difference in your tone, Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together. I talk to Chris out loud every day and when I ask him to show himself, he comes to me in my dreams. Nothing has happened. I have only slipped away to the next room. I feel he was privileged enough to remain long enough to dance with his little girl. I'm going to a memorial on May 6th. Life means all that it ever meant. He would not want us to grieve for him. I just read this poem yesterday. We were very close friends, like sisters. Everything remains exactly as it was. Now, it is up to us to ensure that he is always remembered, his passion for the arts is continuously supported and we all live up to our commitment to find a cure for cancer. But again, that does not mean it will stop the cycle of life for others too. I lost the man I thought I would marry one day, on 21 March 2016. My grandpa was taken from me this year. I am blessed to have family and friends that are here each day to pray for me and I have Jesus to keep me from falling until I can again stand on my own. Still, the pain is great and this poem eased my heart and reminded me that life is never-ending and the best way to honor my brother's life is to be happy. A beautiful poem imbued with insight. Thank you for this safe place. During his funeral my elder brother read this poem and it gave me so much comfort. We didn't get to say our goodbyes. I have only slipped away into the next room. The words spoke to my heart as though my brother were saying them himself. Info. My mum died on Monday, September 24. I turn to things like poetry to help ease me. I feel exceptionally blessed and proud to have had a dad who for the last 30 years suffered from Parkinson's disease. Leaving our home for temporary quarters near the treatment center for 7 weeks was not a move we wanted to make, but life offered no other choice for us. Cathy, my heart breaks for all your losses. I do feel his presence so strongly and he sends me joy, peace & angels from where he is - experiencing all of that. It's been a hard 5 months. I'm a believer, so I know I will be reunited with my precious Enza! I hope you will get better from the grief. I miss him every day, but I do rejoice in my memories. It is hard. The Poem is "Death is Nothing At All." We had been married 27-1/2 years, but it feels as if that time together was just a blink of an eye. Whatever we were to each other, that we are still. I keep rereading this poem to anchor my mind and heart. During that period, you turn to anything that helps keep them alive in your mind. I used to read it all the time like you. Call me by my old familiar name. This poem has provided so much support. Love you, Weezie... Last Friday afternoon my cousin got run over by a speeding car. The love of my life left this world on August 13, 2015 after almost 10 years of living with a grave disease. I just lost my cousin, Louise, about 3 weeks ago. My soul mate died suddenly on June 9, 2015, at 33 years old. Quoting the Bible, she wrote, "The Spirit Never Dies," which led her to believe that her husband was alongside her as she made her way through the grief and moved forward while writing books based on his sermons. Whatever we were to each other, That, we still are. This seems to be a place of exhaling; we need those moments just to exhale. In August of 2016, I lost my 16-month grandchild to a senseless drowning. It helped me then and it helped many who were and, still are, trying to comprehend our loss. He told me he would see me again and when I was through slapping him for leaving early, we would laugh at fate for trying to keep us apart. She had her whole life ahead of her. Here's to hoping the new year is better. Also sometimes I know they are watching me unseen by me but felt. Both of them, who were pillars in my life, left peacefully without suffering. It was very sudden and unexpected, but as I stood by his bedside, he slipped away very peacefully. I will miss them both all the days of my life. He suffered a lot because of wrong medication and couldn't make it. Many blessings and lessening all thoughts of despair. Thank you for sharing your very sweet love story. After he passed, I posted it because it was just so profound and spoke to how I was feeling. I am at total peace. Share. After being sent this poem by a complete stranger, I have read it for the first time tonight, whilst alone. I also have lost my love, my "beloved one" David. I was holding her hand in the hospital at 4:20am. I just don't know why they both had to go. It changes how we live in the world. Today she sent me this poem, and I just can't believe how good it made me feel. Retrouvez Death Is Nothing At All et des millions de livres en stock sur Amazon.fr. She died 3 days later. I have remarried and had two children but he is never far from my thoughts. Let my name be ever the household word that it always was. Wow to above comment. Think of happy times and sad times but Stephanie, life carries on and so will you sweetheart. Eighteen months ago my husband of 25 years just died while doing his exercises. You may feel that I mock your pain. What a blessing to have such love in your life. She was the rock holding me down to this world. Kelsey was not into drugs, she was very active in her church and worked with Bonton farms in Texas. I was losing hope, but this poem empowered me, and now I believe that death is not in charge of our lives, even though death is the only honest truth. I know it is true that if no Christian ever lost a loved one how could empathy be had. Speak to me in the easy way you always used. I now know that I refuse to accept guilt for feeling like this, because what I feel is the truth. more Henry Scott-Holland. He was diagnosed March of 2010, after telling me he was experiencing headaches every day. It does not count. I N C L U D E D: Your order will include 5 Jpeg files in different sizes. He and I also got to spend his last day together. With all honesty, I still cannot accept she's gone. My heart goes out to those of you who are grieving the loss of a loved one. I don't use words like "was" after loss much. Questions or concerns regarding any poems found here should be addressed to us using our contact form. Doctors told me she's a record breaker at 33. Monica, I know your pain. My counselor suggested I read the poem which is just lovely, and so tomorrow I am going to sit in the Monaco Cathedral and read the poem to myself and light a candle for him. Hold tight to that, and know that even as Mike was a blessing to you, YOU were his blessing, and that does not change. God bless you. Nothing can change that. I know he is watching over his family and friends. Maya Angelou, Depression Poems Hello Everyone, This is just a phenomenal poem. Amazing! death is nothing at all henry scott holland memorial poem print encouragement poetry poster literary poem about death poetry printable, digital download 300 DPI, Professional Quality, digital file, download print This listing is for an INSTANT DOWNLOAD of the JPEG file. Common Mistakes: the word "i" should be capitalized, "u" is not a word, and "im" is spelled "I'm" or "I am". I also appreciate reading the many comments of people who have lost their loved ones. It does not count. This poem spoke to me in such a strong way. Within a 3-year period, a lot of death came my way. She had many effects from the car accident and had 3 heart stints put in over the follower years, but she never complained. I cry because she won't see her younger brother and sister grow up. Whenever alone, the thought of her lingers, and I cry...cry every night! Call me by my old familiar name. Dylan Thomas, When Great Trees Fall By I just read your comment and had to reply. You seem to be such a person. Your baby daughter, Sody. Death Is Nothing At All - Henry Scott-Holland Death is nothing at all. I love the warmth, humor, and intimacy, yet it is as though he is speaking from the grave. I have mixed feelings, and last night I couldn't stop crying. 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