General Loss Poems

ID: #1625 - my thanks to a caregiver A Caregiver’s Tear poem was written to accompany a Glass Tears gift set to offer words of loving thanks for extraordinary care given to someone personally through their illness or disability.

A Caregiver’s Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

A touch of gentle kindness,
Some words to soothe my soul,
The presence of someone who cares,
The moments I felt whole.

An angel in my darkness
Who brought the gift of light.
Blessed be the servant
Who tends me through this fight.

How can I repay you?
What shall be your gift?
A servant’s heart is priceless –
What token might I lift?

A simple tear I offer;
It looks like all tears do.
But this tear’s made of solid glass -
My way to honor you.

My thanks shall last forever,
To you who cared for me.
Your gift of gentle kindness,
Pure love that all could see.

ID: #1605 - loss of a father A Father’s Tear is a popular sympathy poem to give to those who are grieving the loss of their father.

A Father’s Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

Fathers have a special place
Within their child’s heart,
A place where they shall always live,
From which they won’t depart.

He shares your life within you;
He joins you every day.
He listens when you speak to him,
To every word you say.

Life has different meaning
When two dwell in one heart.
There to share life’s circumstance,
Your father does his part.

This shall be his signal -
He sends his Father’s Tear.
Every time you miss him,
He lets you know he’s here.

Live your life with purpose;
Be all that you can be.
Bring honor to this man within -
Your father proudly sees!

ID: Poem #1604 - loss of mother A Mother’s Tear is a popular sympathy poem to give to those who are grieving the loss of their mother.

A Mother’s Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

When you have lost your mother,
Your world is not the same.
Tears of loss that you may shed,
Should bring to you no shame.

The special love your mother
Had always shared with you,
For now lost in your sorrows…
Seems nothing you can do.

But love shared by your Mother
Is not forever lost.
This grief you feel - a payment,
A temporary cost.

The love shared with your mother,
Now where it’s meant to be.
It’s in your heart forever,
Her love stored perfectly.

Glass Tears help you remember,
The love you still possess,
Her gift you’ll keep forever…
A mother’s tenderness!

ID: #1623 - when children move away A Parent’s Tear poem was written to accompany a Glass Tears gift set to offer words of encouragement for parents who are experiencing their children moving away to follow their dreams.

A Parent’s Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

Parents shed a special tear
When children move away
To follow dreams now calling them;
You wish that they could stay.

To let them go – no easy task;
It breaks a parent’s heart.
To hold them back – a big mistake;
Your faith must do its part.

Your children love you both -
You know they really do!
Together you may shed some tears,
But love shall see you through.

Fear not the Bible tells us,
To God - surrender all.
Let go in faith and trust the Lord
In all trials great and small.

We share this simple tear of glass,
A symbol that we care -
To let you know we’ll pray for you;
In times of need – we’re there!

ID: 1619 - encouragement to a dreamer The Brave Enough To Dream poem was written to accompany a Glass Tears gift set to offer words of encourage to a dreamer who has tasted failure and endured ridicule – to try again!

Brave Enough To Dream
By Randal S. Doaty

A tear is just another way
Our human heart can speak.
Teardrops say what words cannot.
To hide them makes us weak.

Be brave enough to shed your tears;
Your tears, refuse to hide,
Be brave enough – unleash that voice
That beckons deep inside.

Your dreams live deep within you, too,
That softer voice within.
Be brave enough to dream your dreams.
It’s then your dreams begin.

Life’s too short to worry
What other folks might say.
The world’s not fond of tears or dreams.
Ignore them – start today!

This tear of glass – your symbol,
A tear you proudly wear.
Now share your dreams with all the world;
Release them – that’s a dare!

ID: #1627 -

My Glass Tears Pendant
By Randal S. Doaty

I wear this Glass Tears pendant,
So all the world can see,
As I go through this time of grief,

You’re always close to me. 

And let God’s love shine through. 

Know why I keep it near. 

Was shared by those who care! 

ID: 1620 - a battle cry to fight cancer Our Battle Tear poem was written to accompany a Glass Tears gift set to offer words to someone who has recently been diagnosed with cancer that you intend to support them in this battle!

Our Battle Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

This tear shall be a symbol
That you intend to fight
The evil cells within you
Whose presence has no right.

This tear shall be a symbol
That hope is now your creed,
If words of doubt should whisper
Some thoughts you do not need.

This tear shall be a symbol -
Your feelings are your own,
A pledge to those around,
You’ll make your wishes known.

This tear shall be a symbol
From those who love you dear.
We join you in this battle,
Stand by you ever near.

This tear shall be a promise
To carry through this fight.
When in your darkest moments,
To God you look for light.

ID: #1610 - faith filled grief message Our Savior’s Tear is a sympathy poem written with a strong Christian message based on the story of Lazarus. This poem is ideal for those with a strong faith and biblical understanding.

Our Savior’s Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

He knew the fate of Lazarus -
That death would be undone,
Yet Jesus shed a teardrop
Before God’s work began.

The blessed tear of Jesus
Was meant for all to see.
His pain, he mourned it openly
With deepest empathy.

A part of you feels missing;
A precious life not here!
Yet as a friend of Jesus,
You too receive His tear.

As you grieve this painful loss,
Hold firm to faith and hope,
And know our Savior truly cares,
That this may help you cope.

We know the happy ending
Our Savior has in store,
Yet even Jesus had to weep
When grief knocked at his door.

ID: 1618 - assurance when confused The Changing Path poem was written to accompany a Glass Tears gift set to offer words of encourage when a specific path in life no longer seems sure and God’s participation unclear.

The Changing Path
By Randal S. Doaty

God’s call, which we have followed,
Sometimes can disappear.
Leave earthy hearts to wonder
That which seemed so clear.

To us, the destination,
A place of hope and dreams,
Now lost in disappointment,
No point to us it seems.

But God can see more clearly
The route that we must take.
Look closely at your journey -
This path was no mistake!

In time we’ll have a better view -
Appreciate God’s plan,
And that which we once hoped for,
Well, then we’ll understand.

Life – a long and winding path,
God’s compass be your guide,
Believe in faith - this is His way,
In Him we must abide!

ID: #1616 - Christmas tree ornament poem The Christmas Tree Teardrop poem was written to accompany a Glass Tears ornament gift. These are words spoken by those who hang the memorial ornament in remembrance each year.

The Christmas Tree Teardrop
By Randal S. Doaty

I save a place each holiday,
Upon our Christmas Tree,
A tear of sweet remembrance…

This tear for you, from me. 

Remain as time shall pass. 

Will know why it is here. 

Shows love is here to stay! 

ID: #1624 - when children go to college The College Tear poem was written to accompany a Glass Tears gift set to offer words of encouragement for parents who are sending their children off to college for the very first time.

The College Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

We know how much you’ll miss them,
And notice they’re not here;
Endure their empty seat and bed,
Lament they won’t be near.

A parent’s greatest joy -
To watch their children grow.
Yet all the while preparing for
The day when they must go.

Proud – an understatement,
Of who they have become,
Your tears, more pride than sadness,
Of how life’s race they’ve run.

We know that you adore them;
Your love for them is sure.
You’ve planted faith and character -
That lasts for evermore!

This tear of glass – no parting gift;
Reminder…let it be.
The teardrops you have shed for them
Just love the world can see.

ID: #1611 - loss by suicide The Survivor’s Tear poem was written for those enduring loss due to suicide. It offers encouragement to seek help to navigate this very devastating and complicated grief experience.

The Survivor’s Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

Grief can tear your heart apart
And pierce your very soul,
And shallow words in times like these
Will never make you whole.

Yet you are not alone;
So many know your pain
When loved ones choose to end their life
And we must still remain.

The answers you’re now seeking
May haunt you day and night,
But someday you may understand
Though none shall make it right.

And please don’t try to carry
This very heavy load.
Seek help from those who understand
This very rocky road.

Please join with all survivors,
Who too have walked your path,
To know that you can overcome
The painful aftermath.

ID: #1626 - others thanks to a caregiver A Caregiver’s Tear poem was written to accompany a Glass Tears gift set to offer words of loving thanks for extraordinary care given to others through an illness or disability.

Their Caregiver’s Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

Your touch of gentle kindness,
Some words to soothe their soul,
The presence of someone who cares,
The moments they felt whole.

An angel in their darkness;
You brought the gift of light.
Blessed be the servant
Who tends them through their fight.

How can we repay you?
What shall be your gift?
Your servant’s heart is priceless –
What token might we lift?

This simple tear we offer;
It looks like all tears do.
But this tear’s made of solid glass -
Our way to honor you.

Our thanks shall last forever;
No greater could it be.
Your gift of gentle kindness,
Pure love that all could see.

ID: 1622 - – the question why? The Why poem was written to accompany a Glass Tears gift set to offer words of encouragement for those who may be anchored in hopelessness seeking answers to unanswerable questions.

Why?
By Randal S. Doaty

Our flesh cries out for answers
As Satan whispers: why?
Assumptions based on earthly ways
Gives purpose to his lies.

Unfair – our wretched circumstance
As evil has its way –
No justice for the innocent?
The voice inside may say.

But “why” is Satan’s anchor,
His tool to hold us back,
Life’s journey cannot move ahead.
You’re open to attack!

Cut loose the “whys” that anchor you;
Seek not what can’t be found.
In faith set sail - trust God again,
His voice - the only sound.

This tear of glass reminds you
Forget those questions why.
Surrender whys to God above;
In Him your trust must lie.