A photo of the Poet's late wife, Suzi.On the Passing of the Poet’s Wife: A Poem by Tod Benjamin The Society April 29, 2023 Beauty, Love Poems, Poetry 10 Comments . A Requiem for Suzi She fed the birds, she knew them all by name; She cried to see a small dog hurt or lame; She stroked stray cats and even wild ones tamed. __She was wonderful, we loved her. She loved all children, love without a stain: From tip of toe to top of busy brain Her fond love knew no bounds, she loved love’s game. __She was wonderful, we loved her. Her laugh, sound of angels, sunshine’s refrain, Brought joy to all, a most magical gain. All grass was thus greener, birds sang again. __She was wonderful, we loved her. Her smile reached hearts that they beat strong again; She healed torn lives that they could laugh again, All who had been hurting made well again. __She was wonderful, we loved her. The stress of life became far less a strain, For dearest Suz’ love made the world seem sane. The joy of that love overcame, killed pain. __She was wonderful, we loved her. . . Tod Benjamin lives in Bournemouth, England, and is a retired businessman who, after years of globetrotting in the chemical business, wintered in Florida as a retiree golfer until forced to give up golf. He has written, for his own pleasure over many years, short stories, essays, novels, and, whenever he has to express a cry from his heart, poetry. NOTE TO READERS: If you enjoyed this poem or other content, please consider making a donation to the Society of Classical Poets. The Society of Classical Poets does not endorse any views expressed in individual poems or commentary. Trending now: 10 Responses Roy Eugene Peterson April 29, 2023 Wonderful requiem that mirrors the loss of my own wife. Reply Michael Pietrack April 29, 2023 Tod and Roy, it pains me to learn you’ve endured such a loss. Writing helps, doesn’t it. Reply Paul Freeman April 29, 2023 An unfettered celebration of a unique life. Thank you for sharing this, Tod, it reminds us of what’s most important. Reply Sally Cook April 29, 2023 I read this and think of my mother. Thank you so much for calling back her memory. Reply Mary Gardner April 29, 2023 How beautiful, Tod. Memory eternal. Reply Joseph S. Salemi April 29, 2023 Writing about a loved one whom you have lost has to be the hardest poetic task. Reply Jeff Eardley April 29, 2023 Tod, a lovely tribute to a wonderful lady. Thank you for sharing. Reply David Whippman April 30, 2023 Well written; and condolences on your loss. Reply Margaret Coats April 30, 2023 Thanks for presenting us with the face and the wonder of Suzi! Many condolences. Reply Susan Jarvis Bryant May 2, 2023 Tod, what a beautiful gift for your beautiful wife… you have immortalized Suzi in words that capture the very essence of her caring nature, and I can feel your love lighting up every line of this poem. Reply Leave a Reply Cancel ReplyYour email address will not be published.CommentName* Email* Website Δ This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.
Michael Pietrack April 29, 2023 Tod and Roy, it pains me to learn you’ve endured such a loss. Writing helps, doesn’t it. Reply
Paul Freeman April 29, 2023 An unfettered celebration of a unique life. Thank you for sharing this, Tod, it reminds us of what’s most important. Reply
Sally Cook April 29, 2023 I read this and think of my mother. Thank you so much for calling back her memory. Reply
Joseph S. Salemi April 29, 2023 Writing about a loved one whom you have lost has to be the hardest poetic task. Reply
Margaret Coats April 30, 2023 Thanks for presenting us with the face and the wonder of Suzi! Many condolences. Reply
Susan Jarvis Bryant May 2, 2023 Tod, what a beautiful gift for your beautiful wife… you have immortalized Suzi in words that capture the very essence of her caring nature, and I can feel your love lighting up every line of this poem. Reply
