It is always such a joy to have visits from friends or family. Some friends are much like family with lengthy histories and tales to share. Having just had such a visit from friends of my wife’s family, I wrote this short poem:
Friends and Family
Such a special time
Visits from family
Or long-standing friends.
The latter so often
More like family than friends
Shared history so important.
Memories cheerfully shared
Of happenings so long ago
Events that tie and bind.
New memories being created
At this time now shared
Special meals a common bond.
Talk of relationships unknown
Clarifying the how and where
Filling in important pieces.
And then the time to go comes
Sadly joyful moments these
Hopeful that all will meet again.
Knowing that whatever happens
These are special people
Who celebrate and validate.
Farewell to our special visitors
May your travels go well
Our futures firmly intertwined.
Brian Matthews, 23/5/22
Brian’s Reflections 