Polaris ... A Tribute To A Fallen Friend
Today, our good friends, @judethedude and his mom, @jaynie, are dealing with the heartbreak of sudden tragedy. Their good friend, Holly, was attacked by dogs and sustained fatal injuries as a result: Our hearts are broken... our beautiful little Holly.
There is no way to relieve them of their grief. We can, however, share it. And, we can lift a glass in Tribute to Holly ... a fallen friend.
For those who don't know, "Polaris" ... is the North Star.
Polaris
So many things, they come and go,
Like waves upon a beach,
So many things we cannot touch,
Like stars beyond our reach.
What comforts us, those things that stay,
Familiar … déjà vu,
A thing that was … and still it is,
For me, that thing was you.
Were you to me, Polaris,
By you I’d find my way,
When I was lost, you’d point me home,
In the dark before the day.
Throughout the years and all my tears,
I knew I had a friend,
Someone who cared when I was scared,
And who would me defend.
A guiding light, a constant friend,
An anchor in the storm,
A fire bright in dark of night,
A flame to keep me warm.
*****
Jude, as you live in the Southern Hemisphere, you cannot see Polaris. The equivalent for you is the Southern Cross. On a starry night, find it ... and you will find your friend. Below is a picture so that you will know what to look for. The four bright stars, and a fifth dimmer one (in the formation's fourth quadrant) make up the constellation. If you need help, DM me ... I used to be a soldier and used the stars of Africa to find my way on many occasions.
Quill
@quillfire
Beautiful. I haven't been able to bring myself to read that post from @jaynie. Because I know the space in which that happened and having met Holly and being The Cat's Mother...I know this is all about me, but thank you.
Fiona
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@fionasfavourites,
Hey Fiona.
I was wondering how you were taking it. There's no easy way out of this one ... it's just too terrible not to be a torment. Find friends, mourn and appreciate everyone you have who is alive and well
Quill
@quillfire
Spot on: two and four-legged.
I am/we are so sorry about the trauma for both Jude and Jayne. She's a sane woman and good mom, so it will take time and they will be fine.
You're a toasted marshmallow, Quillington.
Fiona
@fionasfavourites,
I am not ... Katie made me write it.
Quill
@quillfire
Bah! Humbug! I don't believe that. Not for a minute...
Fiona
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I'm so sorry for the loss of dear Holly! It is so heart breaking to witness that cruelty of nature especially when it involves a dear pet. Virtual hugs to you both!
Oh no. How terribly sad. Poor @jaynie! That is a true tragedy. 😢
Loss like this is never something we enjoy, lovely poem to guide @quillfire
Oh, what a wonderful poem, and a fabulous tribute to Holly! Great job! It was very kind of you to put this post together for @judethedude and @jaynie! You are a real gem! 💎
Very touching.
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This is really beautiful and so so special. Thank you @quillfire.
@jaynie,
Hon, we're all thinking of Jude, you and your husband. When I read your post, I could not help but transpose Katie for Jude, Dezzy for Holly and me for you. Geez ... not good.
Alas, random and senseless misfortune is a reality of life, like getting hit by a bolt from the blue. What can you do? You find your friends, mourn and, eventually, pick yourself up and move on.
Quill
Such a beautiful tribute to Holly @quillfire. You are a true friend for pointing Jude in the direction of Polaris for solace ~ Something that remains constant in an ever changing world. Looking at the stars makes us see how vast our lives are. ♥︎♥︎⚖️♥︎♥︎
Well done Quill. 💓
That is a nice cat picture. Sorry to hear about the mean dogs. Maybe this kitty RIP
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