Wednesday 18th December 

Sadly, silently missing you 
Whilst grief screams out loud 
Putting on a happy demeanour 
Not wanting to upset the crowd 

The heart holds a silent vigil 
For the ones no longer here 
A smile masks the deepest sorrow 
Yet inside, there should be cheer 

The world moves on, so unaware 
Of the weight that's carried deep 
A cheerful face to hide the pain 
As memories soundlessly weep 

But in the quiet of the night 
When solitude becomes a friend 
The mask comes off, the tears can flow 
For the love that will never end  

Love you so much 
Precious sons 
Beloved Mum 
xxxxx