Never Really Gone

Summary

The website content is a tribute to those who have died from COVID-19, featuring a poem that reflects on the enduring impact of their lives and the comfort found in memories.

Abstract

The undefined website commemorates the lives lost to COVID-19 through a poignant memorial service held at a hospital. The service included lighting candles and handwriting name cards for each deceased patient. A poem titled "Never Really Gone" was written by one of the hospital staff as a contribution to the memorial. The poem speaks to the enduring presence of those who have passed, emphasizing that their light continues to shine in the hearts and memories of the living. It acknowledges the pain and fear brought by the pandemic but also offers solace, suggesting that love and remembrance help to ease grief and illuminate the darkness of loss.

Opinions

The author believes that the memorial service is a beautiful way to honor the deceased and provide a sense of closure or comfort to the bereaved.
There is an emphasis on the universal nature of loss and grief, as well as the shared human experience of love and memory that transcends the physical absence of loved ones.
The poem conveys a message of hope and resilience, suggesting that even in the face of widespread fear and devastation, the human spirit can find solace in the lasting impact of those who have passed.
The author seems to hold the view that remembrance acts as a beacon, guiding the living through grief and towards a place of peace and acceptance.

Never Really Gone

On April 8 and 9, our hospital held a memorial service to honor all of those who died from COVID-19. For each patient, we had a candle and a card with their name on it, handwritten by one of my colleagues. It was a wonderful we can honor those who we have lost. I wrote this poem as my contribution to this effort.

The Light comes down from On High Descending calmly like a dove With each breath and sigh A sign of Undying Love

Affliction strikes from afar Oceans do not keep it out Disease is wide and far Fear is around and about

And light after light goes dark With loved ones left to grieve The devastation is raw and stark And the pain has no reprieve

But their light is never really gone Their light is never really gone

In our hearts their light shines on And each memory brings soul relief And like the light we see at dawn It helps us ease our grief

For their light is never really gone Their light is never really gone

The days move forth with pain Nothing makes it truly go away But as every spring brings rain Their light will banish the gray

For their light is never really gone Their light is never really gone

So let their light shine bright And bring peace and love to all For even in the darkest of night Their light continues to call

For their light is never really gone Their light is never really gone