Sometimes there are no right words.
We just sit with those who are grieving.
John Mark Green is a poet and a writer of short fiction, living in Ontario, Canada. He is the author of five books, two of which are co-authored with his wife, poet Christy Ann Martine.
Showing posts with label grief journey. Show all posts
Showing posts with label grief journey. Show all posts
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Beside the Dark River - Poem
Beside the Dark River - a poem by John Mark Green
Sometimes we need someone who will sit with us in the midst of our pain.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
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Monday, July 21, 2025
Grief Is Love's Shadow
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Each Grief Journey Is Unique
Each person's grief has its own fingerprint. - John Mark Green
Everyone copes with grief in their own way. We may not understand their grief journey, but we can be understanding of their suffering.
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Life Is Breath on Windowpanes
Life is breath on windowpanes, we trace our hearts into the gray, while knowing time will fade it all away. - John Mark Green
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With grief, there are no right words. Only the quiet presence of those who care. 💙
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I'm happy that couples have been using this poem as part of their wedding celebrations, and I'm grateful to the wedding websites Lov...









