Some might say, "my dearest child",
"You did not know her long"
So is it time that measures love?
And wouldn't that be wrong?
I can't attend her funeral
And I have to wonder why?
"You're far too young" is mentioned
Aren't I old enough to cry?
I'm not a little toddler
And I miss her like they do
I wish that I could ask her
To suggest they take me too
I know if she were here with me
She'd reach out to dry my tears
And tell them that I'm now of age
The most formative of years
A time when strong emotions
Are beginning to be known
It's best that you include a child
Don't let them grieve alone
What matters so much more
Is the memories that I keep
Not the final count of days
Until my Nana fell asleep
Although I knew her not so long
I'll remember all my days
Her gentle soothing voice
Her hugs and loving ways
I tell you if my nan was here
She would see this through my eyes
As a member of this family
I should share in these goodbyes
Why A Young Child Attend Should A Grandparent's Funeral
Missing Nana
Published: October 2018
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