Lord,
life has changed
because Danny’s no longer here
in the kitchen,
in the living room
or in the garden.
Danny’s not even watching GAA matches
in the living room with Paul.

Danny’s gone.

Life has changed
because each day I’m acutely aware
of a huge void
where Danny has been wrenched out
of the lives of Dolores and Paul.

Life has changed
because for the first time
I feel the loss
of someone I loved.

Life has changed
because I have witnessed death.

Life has changed.
I have changed
and yet life goes on
incredibly.

Lord,
please bless Dolores and Paul
in their brave struggle
to pick up the pieces of their lives.
Love them and console them
as they face life that has changed
forever.

© Claire Murray, 23rd May 2014