A Poem for My Cousin, Gone Too Soon
The world feels hushed, a muted tone, Since you departed, left alone. A vibrant spirit, bright and bold, A story unfinished, left untold.
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Memories Woven, Threads of Gold
I see your face in sunlit streams, And hear your laughter in my dreams. We built sandcastles, climbed tall trees, Shared secrets whispered on the breeze.
We chased fireflies in summer's glow, And watched the winter snowflakes flow. Through childhood games and teenage years, We conquered laughter, conquered tears.
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A Silent Sorrow, Deep and True
Now silence echoes where you were, A vacant space, a missing star. The pain of loss, a heavy weight, A life cut short, a cruelest fate.
But though your presence fades from sight, Your memory burns, a guiding light. Your kindness, strength, and gentle soul, Will forever make us whole.
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A Legacy of Love Remains
Though grief may linger, shadows fall, Your love remains, encompassing all. A tapestry of cherished days, Will warm our hearts in countless ways.
So rest in peace, dear cousin true, Our love surrounds, and cherishes you. Until we meet on that far shore, Your memory lives, forevermore.
(Note: This poem aims to be universally applicable to the loss of a cousin. You can personalize it further by adding specific memories or details unique to your relationship with your cousin. Consider adding a line or two mentioning a specific shared experience, a personality trait you admired, or a favorite thing they loved.)