A Widow's Lament

by Phillis Roe, April 13, 1993

Speak to me, Michael, of love and death.
   Does love survive the grave?
   Does longing, yearning, seeking
      reach back to me
      from the Other Shore,
   or does need fade
      with quieted breath?
   	
Sing to me, Michael, the Arch-angel's song.
   Comfort me with the melodies of eternity.
   Life me from the emptiness of missing you
      with the company of heaven's voices.
   Lead me to you
      with a celestial chant.
      
Dance for me, Michael, the steps
      of bondage broken.
   Teach me the Spirit's joyous jig.
   Let me waltz with you
      in God's arms.
      
Michael, where are you?

         -- Phillis Roe
            4-13-93