• The switchbacks of sorrow are both balm and bane.
    The shock of sharp grief and deep burning pain.

    A painful fog over the heart and mind.
    A vice-like coil that just won't unwind.

    An empty feeling, that sense of loss.
    The world clouding over with grey-toned gloss.

    And reminded sorrow will invite pain to flare.
    Suppressed emotions bleed, rubbed raw by despair.

    But comfort can come when friends share your grief.
    Hearts love and fond memories bring warmth and relief.

    Given time and comfort what little does remain.
    Can be washed away by love's soothing rain.