Rooted in emotions,
Our gatherings center around celebrations or sorrow.
Traditions make these gatherings remarkably similar.
Who will be the next trigger?
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Will we mourn a loss — whether sudden or expected?
A toast for the departed.
Hugs and pats on the back.
Laughs, memories, food, and stories.
It's how we honor those we love.
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Will we rejoice a love — whether young or second chance?
A toast for the couple.
Hugs and pats on the back.
Laughs, memories, food, and stories.
It's how we honor those we love.
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Same hugs, pats, laughs, memories, food, and stories.
Different excuse.
Why not just gather?
No death. No union. No flowers. No dressing up.
Just hugs, pats, laughs, memories, food, and stories
Without the funeral or wedding.
About the Creator
Julie Lacksonen
I'm a soon-to-be retired music educator. This is my 40th and final year at the same school. I enjoy writing, reading, walking, swimming, and spending time with family.
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