When I die
give what's left of me away
to children
and old men that wait to die.
And if you need to cry,
cry for your brother
walking the street beside you.
And when you need me,
put your arms
around anyone
and give them
what you need to give to me....
Look for me
in the people I've known
or loved....
Love doesn't die,
people do.
So, when all that's left of me
is love,
give me away.
--Merrit Malloy. Her real name was Mary Malloy, and she published many books between 1975 and 1985. Have not been able to find much information about her on the internet. If you know more, for example the source of this poem, please let me know.
You can read the whole poem here.
I love Merrit Malloy and would lke to know if I can post her poetry on my F B page
Posted by: Pat Fuller | 02 April 2013 at 19:35
Hi Pat, Unless your FB page is public, I don't see why not. As I've said, I've tried to find out more about her, but have not been able to.
Posted by: Sedulia | 03 April 2013 at 10:50