Our List of Poems

2400 - Our Glass Tears Poetry Intro

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2400 - Our Glass Tears Poetry Intro
By Randal S. Doaty

Randal S. Doaty is a “grief detective and mourning instructor” who also writes poetry and lectures to groups around the country about the art and science of reconciling loss. He is passionate about the need for grief education in our grief-illiterate society desperately struggling with unresolved loss.

Randal S. Doaty is the founder and has been the poetic voice of Glass Tears for two decades. He has penned more than 650 poems which have accompanied our glass figurines around the world.

Some of his most popular poems can be found on the following list. You will notice a “p” or and “s” after the poem number to represent whether it was written in a plural voice, or a singular voice. If you do not see a “p” or “s” – it is written in a neutral voice.

We are the sympathy gift of choice for many senior care facilities and other corporations around the country. Many of these businesses have requested custom “trademarked poems” which include the name of their company woven into Randy’s poetry. If you are interested in having a
custom poem penned to accompany your unique Glass Tears gifts, please contact us at poetry@glasstears.com.

2401p - Glass Tears

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2401p - Glass Tears
By Randal S. Doaty

The tears that fall upon your cheek
Are formed from words that angels speak,
The dew of love that grows upon your soul.

This tear of glass we give to you,
A tear that lets God’s light shine through,
Reflects the love from deep within our heart.

A tear can’t take away the pain,
Nor words of man to you explain,
The darkness cast upon your very soul.

A tear of glass – a tear of love,
Along with prayers to God above,
We offer in these times of deep despair.

We give this lasting tear of glass,
A token of a life that passed,
A simple way that we can share your pain.

In years to come tears fade away,
But tears of glass are meant to stay,
Like those who join you on your darkest day.

Tear of glass, tear of glass,
Let the light of God get past,
To show the path that He has laid for you.

Tear of glass, tear of glass,
Reflecting light that God has cast
To welcome home a spirit born anew.

2401s - Glass Tears

ID: 2401s -

2401s - Glass Tears
By Randal S. Doaty

The tears that fall upon your cheek
Are formed from words that angels speak,
The dew of love that grows upon your soul.

This tear of glass I give to you,
A tear that lets God’s light shine through,
Reflects the love from deep within my heart.

A tear can’t take away the pain,
Nor words of man to you explain,
The darkness cast upon your very soul.

A tear of glass – a tear of love,
Along with prayers to God above,
I offer in these times of deep despair.

I give this lasting tear of glass,
A token of a life that passed,
A simple way that I can share your pain.

In years to come tears fade away,
But tears of glass are meant to stay,
Like those who join you on your darkest day.

Tear of glass, tear of glass,
Let the light of God get past,
To show the path that He has laid for you.

Tear of glass, tear of glass,
Reflecting light that God has cast
To welcome home a spirit born anew.

2402p - We'll Share Your Tears

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2402p - We'll Share Your Tears
By Randal S. Doaty

Please don’t hide your teardrops
From we who truly care.
In this your time of mourning
Your tears are meant to share.

Sometimes you can control them,
Sometimes you have no choice.
No matter why these tears appear
They are your spirit’s voice!

When human words are not enough,
Our heart sends forth a tear.
It’s not a sign of weakness!
Your heart speaks plain and clear.

No need to say what can’t be said;
Your tears can say it all.
We’ll listen as your heart cries out -
Through teardrops as they fall.

So please don’t hide your teardrops;
We’ll share your time of grief.
The toughest times that lay ahead,
We’ll help you find relief!

2402s - I'll Share Your Tears

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2402s - I'll Share Your Tears
By Randal S. Doaty

Please don’t hide your teardrops
From me… I truly care.
In this your time of mourning
Your tears are meant to share.

Sometimes you can control them,
Sometimes you have no choice.
No matter why these tears appear
They are your spirit’s voice!

When human words are not enough,
Our heart sends forth a tear.
It’s not a sign of weakness!
Your heart speaks plain and clear.

No need to say what can’t be said;
Your tears can say it all.
I’ll listen as your heart cries out -
Through teardrops as they fall.

So please don’t hide your teardrops;
I’ll share your time of grief.
The toughest times that lay ahead,
I’ll help you find relief!

2403p - The Sorrow Tear

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2403p - The Sorrow Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

All words to share escape us;
Our hearts are broken, too.
Sorrow overcomes us;
We don’t know what to do.

Our words - they seem inadequate,
So little we can say.
Yet we shall stand beside you,
Support you night and day.

We want to share your burden,
To lift this heavy load,
To walk beside in darkest times
Grief’s solitary road.

We join with many others
In sharing all this pain.
Please know you are surrounded
By those who still remain.

This tear of glass - a promise,
Our love displayed for you,
Reminding you to call on us,
That we may help you through.

2403s - The Sorrow Tear

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2403s - The Sorrow Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

All words to share escape me;
My heart is broken, too.
Sorrow overcomes me;
I don’t know what to do.

My words - they seem inadequate,
So little I can say.
Yet I shall stand beside you,
Support you night and day.

I want to share your burden,
To lift your heavy load,
To walk beside in darkest times
Grief’s solitary road.

I join with many others
In sharing all your pain.
Please know you are surrounded
By we who still remain.

This tear of glass - a promise,
My love displayed for you,
Reminding you to call on me,
So I can help you through.

2404 - A Mother's Tear

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2404 - 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!

2405 - A Father's Tear

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2405 - 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!

2406p - The Wife's Tear

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2406p - The Wife's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

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

The special love you shared -
That only you two knew,
For now eclipsed by sorrow,
With little you can do.

The true gift of a loving wife
Is love that’s never lost.
This grief you feel – a heavy price,
Yes, true love has a cost.

The love you shared together
Is right where it should be -
Within your heart forever,
Her love stored perfectly.

Glass Tears – our way to tell you
How much we truly care.
We join you in your darkest time;
Our sympathies we share.

2406s - The Wife's Tear

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2406s - The Wife's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

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

The special love you shared -
That only you two knew,
For now eclipsed by sorrow,
With little you can do.

The true gift of a loving wife
Is love that’s never lost.
This grief you feel – a heavy price,
Yes, true love has a cost.

The love you shared together
Is right where it should be -
Within your heart forever,
Her love stored perfectly.

Glass Tears – my way to tell you
How much I truly care.
I join you in your darkest time;
My sympathies I share.

2407p - The Husband's Tear

ID: 2407p -

2407p - The Husband's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

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

The special love you shared -
Known only by you two,
For now eclipsed by sorrow,
With little you can do.

The true gift of a loving man
Is love that’s never lost.
This grief you feel – a heavy price,
Yes, true love has a cost.

The love you shared together
Is right where it should be -
Within your heart forever,
His love stored perfectly.

Glass Tears – our way to tell you
How much we truly care.
To join you in your darkest time,
Our sympathies we share.

2407s - The Husband's Tear

ID: 2407s -

2407s - The Husband's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

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

The special love you shared -
Known only by you two,
For now eclipsed by sorrow,
With little you can do.

The true gift of a loving man
Is love that’s never lost.
This grief you feel – a heavy price,
Yes, true love has a cost.

The love you shared together
Is right where it should be -
Within your heart forever,
His love stored perfectly.

Glass Tears – my way to tell you
How much I truly care.
To join you in your darkest time,
My sympathies I share.

2408p - A Brothers Tear

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2408p - A Brothers Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

The times shared with your brother,
The good times and the bad:
Sometimes he’d make you happy;
Sometimes he’d make you mad!

A brother, yes… but still your friend,
A painful loss for sure.
The special gift your brother shared,
Shall last forever more!

The gift your brother offered
Is love that’s never lost.
Though grief may be a heavy price,
It’s truly worth its cost.

Time you shared as siblings,
You keep forever more
In your heart – stored perfectly,
Of this you can be sure.

Glass Tears – our way to tell you
How much we truly care.
To join with you in darkest times,
Our sympathies we share.

2408s - A Brothers Tear

ID: 2408s -

2408s - A Brothers Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

The times shared with your brother,
The good times and the bad:
Sometimes he’d make you happy;
Sometimes he’d make you mad!

A brother, yes… but still your friend,
A painful loss for sure.
The special gift your brother shared
Shall last forever more!

The gift your brother offered
Is love that’s never lost.
Though grief may be a heavy price,
It’s truly worth its cost.

Time you shared as siblings
You keep forever more
In your heart – stored perfectly,
Of this you can be sure.

Glass Tears – my way to tell you
How much I truly care.
To join with you in darkest times,
My sympathies I share.

2409p - Your Son's Tear

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2409p - Your Son's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

Tears live but a moment,
From when they first appear -
Yet tears send forth a message,
The heart needs us to hear.

Glass Tears are sent as messages,
That others wish to share…
Extending deepest sympathy -
They let you know we care.

Since you have lost a son,
Your tears may fall like rain.
The grief you feel – not only yours -
You bear your family’s pain.

Embrace our special teardrop -
And tears your heart may send.
And know we shall stand by you -
On this you can depend.

The message from your teardrops?
A message filled with joy!
Your son’s in Heaven by the gate…
One day you’ll see your boy.

2409s - Your Son's Tear

ID: 2409s -

2409s - Your Son's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

Tears live but a moment,
From when they first appear -
Yet tears send forth a message,
The heart needs us to hear.

Glass Tears are sent as messages,
That others wish to share…
Extending deepest sympathy -
They let you know we care.

Since you have lost a son,
Your tears may fall like rain.
The grief you feel – not only yours -
You bear your family’s pain.

Embrace this special teardrop -
And tears your heart may send.
And know that I shall stand by you -
On this you can depend.

The message from your teardrops?
A message filled with joy!
Your son’s in Heaven by the gate…
One day you’ll see your boy.

2410p - Your Sisters Tear

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2410p - Your Sisters Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

When you have lost a sister,
Your world is not the same.
The tears of loss that you now shed
Shall bring to you no shame.

Siblings share their lifetimes;
Side by side you grew.
Remember all those good times,
For now, all you can do.

The gift your sister offered
Is love that’s never lost.
Though grief may be a heavy price,
It’s truly worth its cost.

Time you shared as siblings,
You keep forever more
In your heart – stored perfectly,
Of this you can be sure.

Glass Tears – our way to tell you
How much we truly care.
To join with you in darkest times,
Our sympathies we share.

2410s - Your Sister's Tear

ID: 2410s -

2410s - Your Sister's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

When you have lost a sister,
Your world is not the same.
The tears of loss that you now shed
Shall bring to you no shame.

Siblings share their lifetimes;
Side by side you grew.
Remember all those good times,
For now, all you can do.

The gift your sister offered
Is love that’s never lost.
Though grief may be a heavy price,
It’s truly worth its cost.

Time you shared as siblings,
You keep forever more
In your heart – stored perfectly,
Of this you can be sure.

Glass Tears – my way to tell you
How much I truly care.
To join with you in darkest times,
My sympathies I share.

2411p - Your Daughter's Tear

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2411p - Your Daughter's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

The greatest loss you’ll ever know -
No greater pain to bear.
To lose a daughter dearly loved -
Her touch - no longer there.

If only we could comfort you,
Relieve your pain and grief.
But words can offer little more,
Than hints of sweet relief.

The thing that we can offer -
A promise we can keep -
To stand by you in darkest times,
Give comfort as you weep.

Her love that lives within you -
Love you both can share.
Her love for you, immortal –
Your love for her was spared!

Share with us - her memory,
Still living in your heart.
We want to share both pain and joy,
Through grief we’ll do our part.

We offer you this teardrop,
A simple tear of glass.
A lasting symbol you can keep,
In hopes some pain may pass.

2411s - Your Daughter's Tear

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2411s - Your Daughter's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

The greatest loss you’ll ever know -
No greater pain to bear.
To lose a daughter dearly loved -
Her touch - no longer there.

If only I could comfort you,
Relieve your pain and grief.
But words can offer little more,
Than hints of sweet relief.

The thing that I can offer -
A promise I can keep -
To stand by you in darkest times,
Give comfort as you weep.

Her love that lives within you -
Love you both can share.
Her love for you, immortal –
Your love for her was spared!

Share with me - her memory,
Still living in your heart.
I want to share both pain and joy,
Through grief I’ll do our part.

I offer you this teardrop,
A simple tear of glass.
A lasting symbol you can keep,
In hopes some pain may pass.

2412p - Your Parent's Tear

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2412p - Your Parent's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

Life is now much different,
Since Mom and Dad have gone.
The essence of your daily life
Now changed as you look on.

Years gone by - remembered,
Still filled with Mom and Dad.
These times you shared together,
For now, might make you sad.

Shared good and bad - together,
They spun your childhood dreams.
Unconditional was their love -
To parent – what it means.

Please accept this tear of glass;
Deep sympathy we share.
To honor Mom and Dad,
To show how much we care.

Your life may now be different,
Yet you were truly blessed.
Hold tight your parents’ memories,
And know they did their best.

2412s - Your Parent's Tear

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2412s - Your Parent's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

Life is now much different,
Since Mom and Dad have gone.
The essence of your daily life
Now changed as you look on.

Years gone by - remembered,
Still filled with Mom and Dad.
These times you shared together,
For now might make you sad.

Shared good and bad - together,
They spun your childhood dreams.
Unconditional was their love -
To parent – what it means.

Please accept this tear of glass;
Deep sympathy I share.
To honor Mom and Dad,
To show how much I care.

Your life may now be different,
Yet you were truly blessed.
Hold tight your parents’ memories,
And know they did their best.

2413p - A Grandparent's Tear

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2413p - A Grandparent's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

It’s time to say goodbye -
There is no easy way.
We send our deepest sympathy,
So little we can say.

As grandparents leave this world,
Some things they leave behind.
Yet other things - they take with them
Stored safely in their mind.

The times you shared together,
These memories they keep.
Sweet thoughts about their grandchild
Gives comfort as they sleep.

I know this loss is difficult,
And you will miss them so.
But all the love you have for them
As teardrops - love now shows.

A Grandparent’s Tear we give to you -
This simple tear of glass,
Reminding you of love you shared
To keep as time shall pass.

2413s - A Grandparent's Tear

ID: 2413s -

2413s - A Grandparent's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

It’s time to say goodbye -
There is no easy way.
I send my deepest sympathy,
So little I can say.

As grandparents leave this world,
Some things they leave behind.
Yet other things - they take with them
Stored safely in their mind.

The times you shared together,
These memories they keep.
Sweet thoughts about their grandchild,
Gives comfort as they sleep.

I know this loss is difficult,
And you will miss them so.
But all the love you have for them
As teardrops, love now shows.

A Grandparent’s Tear I give to you -
This simple tear of glass,
Reminding you of love you shared
To keep as time shall pass.

2414 - A Grandfather's Tear

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2414 - A Grandfather's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

Grandfathers go by many names,
A special name from you.
When grandkids call him by this name -
No sweeter sound he knew.

He now resides in Heaven…
And you must live apart,
But all the love you ever shared,
Is stored within your hearts.

He knows how you will miss him -
And he will miss you too.
But both of you shall meet again -
He’s waiting there for you.

You will shed some teardrops,
Those tears can turn to glass.
Reflecting all those memories,
As coming years shall pass.

Your Grandfather wants the best for you -
Be all that you can be!
Remember him – the love you shared,
Give thanks eternally!

2415p - A Grandmother's Tear

ID: 2415p -

2415p - A Grandmother's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

For now we say goodbye -
There is no easy way.
To you, our deepest sympathy,
So little we can say.

When grandmothers leave this world,
From us they must depart.
They leave some things - but keep some things,
Stored safely in their heart.

The times you shared together,
These memories they keep.
Sweet thoughts about their grandchild,
Gives comfort as they sleep.

We know this loss is difficult,
And you will miss them so.
But all the love you have for them,
As teardrops now will show.

The Grandmother’s Tear – a token,
This simple tear of glass,
Reminding you of love you’ve shared,
To keep as time shall pass.

2415s - A Grandmother's Tear

ID: 2415s -

2415s - A Grandmother's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

For now we say goodbye -
There is no easy way.
To you, our deepest sympathy,
So little I can say.

When grandmothers leave this world,
From us they must depart.
They leave some things - but keep some things,
Stored safely in their heart.

The times you shared together,
These memories they keep.
Sweet thoughts about their grandchild,
Gives comfort as they sleep.

I know this loss is difficult,
And you will miss them so.
But all the love you have for them,
As teardrops now will show.

The Grandmother’s Tear – a token,
This simple tear of glass,
Reminding you of love you’ve shared,
To keep as time shall pass.

2416 - A Good Friend's Tear

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2416 - A Good Friend's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

Life has many treasures -
None greater than a friend.
That person we can count on -
On whom we can depend.

True friends are simply priceless,
Worth more than we can say.
The friendship they have offered,
Shared in so many ways.

However can we honor them…
For this – their precious gift?
They blessed our life - in times of need,
Our spirits, helped to lift.

This tear of glass – a symbol,
Of what they’ve meant to me.
The love for them, forever stands,
Through all eternity.

We shall not forget them,
They now live in our heart.
A place that we’ll forever share,
From which they won’t depart.

2417p - Your Baby's Tear - miscarriage

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2417p - Your Baby's Tear - miscarriage
By Randal S. Doaty

What to do escapes us -
To show how much we care.
To comfort you in times like these,
Our love - all we can share.

No words that we might offer
Will take away your pain,
But know that we are here for you;
Beside you we remain.

We shall not forget them,
And you should do the same.
Their life, though lived inside of you,
Still worthy to proclaim.

The world, well most don’t get it,
When unborn children die,
As hopes and dreams just drift away,
And us…to wonder why.

What matters is the love we keep,
Stored safely in our heart.
One day in Heaven you shall meet,
It’s then their story starts!

2417s - Your Baby's Tear - miscarriage

ID: 2417s -

2417s - Your Baby's Tear - miscarriage
By Randal S. Doaty

What to do escapes me -
To show how much I care.
To comfort you in times like these,
My love - all I can share.

No words that I might offer
Will take away your pain,
But know that I am here for you;
Beside you I remain.

I shall not forget them,
And you should do the same.
Their life, though lived inside of you,
Still worthy to proclaim.

The world, well most don’t get it,
When unborn children die,
As hopes and dreams just drift away,
And us…to wonder why.

What matters is the love we keep,
Stored safely in our heart.
One day in Heaven you shall meet,
It’s then their story starts!

2418p - A Baby's Tear - infant or toddler

ID: 2418p -

2418p - A Baby's Tear - infant or toddler
By Randal S. Doaty

Our sympathies we share with you;
We don’t know what to do
But join you in your time of deep despair.

No words can take away your pain,
Or earthly thoughts to you explain
Why you must now endure this painful loss.

Tears will fall upon your cheek,
Since human words can barely speak
Expressing what is deep within your heart.

The love that you had hoped to share,
Please know, down deep, it still is there,
Now saved until the day when you unite.

For now please keep this lasting tear,
The symbol of a life once here,
A life that meant so very much to you.

We give this lasting tear of glass
To symbolize a life now passed,
The only thing we think that we can do.

2418s - A Baby's Tear - infant or toddler

ID: 2418s -

2418s - A Baby's Tear - infant or toddler
By Randal S. Doaty

My sympathies I share with you;
I don’t know what to do
But join you in your time of deep despair.

No words can take away your pain,
Or earthly thoughts to you explain
Why you must now endure this painful loss.

Tears will fall upon your cheek,
Since human words can barely speak
Expressing what is deep within your heart.

The love that you had hoped to share,
Please know, down deep, it still is there,
Now saved until the day when you unite.

For now please keep this lasting tear,
The symbol of a life once here,
A life that meant so very much to you.

I give this lasting tear of glass
To symbolize a life now passed,
The only thing I think that I can do.

2419p - Your Child's Tear

ID: 2419p -

2419p - Your Child's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

All words to say escape us -
Some way to ease your pain -
To share with you - your darkest times,
Be there – as friends remain.

The world – they just don’t get it,
The depth of parent’s grief…
Of sorrow only parents know,
So hard to find relief.

And joy that other parents find,
Is sometimes hard to bear,
To know what you have loved and lost,
For now, no longer there.

But we shall not abandon you,
We’ll share with you our tears -
Reach out to you and share our love,
Be sure you know we’re here.

Hold this precious teardrop,
Though you feel incomplete,
Rest assured – they’re now with God,
In Heaven you shall meet!

2419s - Your Child's Tear

ID: 2419s -

2419s - Your Child's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

All words to say escape me -
Some way to ease your pain -
To share with you - your darkest times,
Be there – a friend remain.

The world – they just don’t get it,
The depth of parent’s grief…
Of sorrow only parents know,
So hard to find relief.

And joy that other parents find,
Is sometimes hard to bear,
To know what you have loved and lost,
For now, no longer there.

But I shall not abandon you,
I’ll share with you my tears -
Reach out to you and share my love,
Be sure you know I’m here.

Hold this precious teardrop,
Though you feel incomplete,
Rest assured – they’re now with God,
In Heaven you shall meet!

2420p - The Pet Tear 1

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2420p - The Pet Tear 1
By Randal S. Doaty

You’ve lost a special friend;
We know it breaks your heart.
Pets love us unconditionally -
Companionship their art.

The life you shared together,
Not tallied by the years,
The precious gifts our pets can share,
Is measured by our tears.

Few words can offer comfort,
For those who lose a pet,
So, we now share this tear of glass,
For those you won’t forget.

Some day you will remember,
The pet you loved so dear,
With smiles and sweetest memories,
Reflected by your tears.

We send our deepest sympathy,
In this your time of grief.
Our thoughts and our best wishes
That you may find relief.

2420s - The Pet Tear 1

ID: 2420s -

2420s - The Pet Tear 1
By Randal S. Doaty

You’ve lost a special friend;
I know it breaks your heart.
Pets love us unconditionally -
Companionship their art.

The life you shared together,
Not tallied by the years,
The precious gifts our pets can share,
Is measured by our tears.

Few words can offer comfort,
For those who lose a pet,
So, I now share this tear of glass,
For those you won’t forget.

Some day you will remember,
The pet you loved so dear,
With smiles and sweetest memories
Reflected by your tears.

I send my deepest sympathy
In this your time of grief.
My thoughts and my best wishes
That you may find relief.

2421p - The Pet Tear 2

ID: 2421p -

2421p - The Pet Tear 2
By Randal S. Doaty

Pets share a special love,
That warms the human heart.
Their friendship freely offered -
Companionship their art.

The life you shared together -
Not tallied by the years.
The precious gift a pet can share,
Is measured by your tears.

Few words can offer comfort,
For those who lose a pet.
This tear of glass we offer now,
For those you won’t forget.

Know we share your sorrow,
As deep as it may go.
We too have lost a loving pet,
The pain we truly know.

In time you will remember,
A pet that made you smile.
The memory of pets we love,
Bring comfort for a while.

2421s - The Pet Tear 2

ID: 2421s -

2421s - The Pet Tear 2
By Randal S. Doaty

Pets share a special love,
That warms the human heart.
Their friendship freely offered -
Companionship their art.

The life you shared together -
Not tallied by the years.
The precious gift a pet can share,
Is measured by your tears.

Few words can offer comfort,
For those who lose a pet.
This tear of glass I offer now,
For those you won’t forget.

Know I share your sorrow,
As deep as it may go.
I too have lost a loving pet,
This pain I truly know.

In time you will remember,
This pet that made your smile.
The memory of pets we love,
Bring comfort for a while.

2422 - Our Savior's Tear

ID: 2422 -

2422 - 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 begun.

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 receives 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.

2423p - Jesus Wept

ID: 2423p -

2423p - Jesus Wept
By Randal S. Doaty

Words are insufficient,
When grief has filled our day -
The dark night of the human soul,
Untouched by what we say.

To mourn is not a weakness,
That all may see our pain -
Grief really is the love that’s trapped -
The love that still remains.

Jesus shared His teardrop,
He mourned with those who mourn.
He shared His gift of empathy,
With friends whose hearts were torn.

Their whys had overwhelmed them –
If only…they had lived.
Surrender why’s to God in faith,
No greater gift you’ll give.

We too shall share a teardrop,
This simple tear of glass.
A symbol of our thoughts and prayers,
To keep as time shall pass.

2423s - Jesus Wept

ID: 2423s -

2423s - Jesus Wept
By Randal S. Doaty

Words are insufficient,
When grief has filled our days -
The dark night of the human soul,
Untouched by what we say.

To mourn is not a weakness,
That all may see your pain -
Grief really is the love that’s trapped -
The love that still remains.

Jesus shared His teardrop,
He mourned with those who mourn.
He shared His gift of empathy,
With friends whose hearts were torn.

Their whys had overwhelmed them –
If only…they had lived.
Surrender why’s to God in faith,
No greater gift you’ll give.

I too shall share a teardrop,
This simple tear of glass.
A symbol of my thoughts and prayers,
To keep as time shall pass.

2424p - The Caregiver's Tear

ID: 2424p -

2424p - The Caregiver's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

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

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

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

This simple tear we offer,
It looks like all tears do,
This special tear is made of glass -
Our way to honor you.

Our thanks shall last forever,
A hero you will be!
Your gift of gentle kindness,
Pure love that all could see.

2424s - The Caregiver's Tear

ID: 2424s -

2424s - The Caregiver's Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

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

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

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

This simple tear I offer,
It looks like all tears do,
This special tear is made of glass -
My way to honor you.

My thanks shall last forever,
A hero you will be!
Your gift of gentle kindness,
Pure love that all could see.

2425p - The Hospice Team Teardrop

ID: 2425p -

2425p - The Hospice Team Teardrop
By Randal S. Doaty

Your touch of gentle kindness,
The words to soothe our souls,
The presence of your hospice team,
The moments we felt whole.

The angels in our darkness,
Who brought the gifts of light.
Blessed be you servants,
Who loved us through this fight.

How can we repay them?
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,
The Hospice Team Teardrop -
Our way to honor you.

Our thanks shall last forever,
For all the love you shared.
The greatest blessing of it all…
The fact that you were there!

2425s - My Hospice Team Teardrop

ID: 2425s -

2425s - My Hospice Team Teardrop
By Randal S. Doaty

Their touch of gentle kindness,
Sweet words to soothe my soul,
The presence of my hospice team,
The moments I felt whole.

These angels in my darkness,
Who brought the gift of light.
Blessed be these servants,
Who loved me through this fight.

How can I repay them?
What shall be their gift ?
Their servant’s heart is priceless –
What token might I lift?

This simple tear I offer,
It looks like all tears do,
My Hospice Team Teardrop -
My way to honor you.

My thanks shall last forever,
For all the love you shared.
The greatest blessing through this all…
The fact that they were there!

2426 - Our Battle Tear

ID: 2426 -

2426 - Our Battle Tear
By Randal S. Doaty

This tear shall be our symbol,
That we intend to fight,
These evil cells within you,
Whose presence has no right.

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

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

This tear shall be our symbol,
From those who love you so dear,
We’ll join you in this battle,
Stand by you - ever near.

This tear shall be our promise,
To carry through this fight,
When in those darkest moments,
To God… we look for light.

2427 - Christmas Tree Teardrop

ID: 2427 -

2427 - 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.

And there among the ornaments,
Your special tear of glass,
Will honor all the love we shared -
Remain as time shall pass.

Yet some may look and wonder,
Why I display your tear,
But those who truly know grief’s path,
Will know why it is here.

I have not forgotten you,
My heart is on display,
This teardrop on our Christmas Tree,
Shows love is here to stay!

The Christmas Tree Teardrop,
Each year shall have a place,
Until we both shall meet again,
And share our warm embrace.

2428 - My Glass Tears Pendant

ID: 2428 -

2428 - 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.

This teardrop - one of many,
Which I have shed for you.
But tears of glass are meant to last -
And let God’s love shine through.

Some may look and wonder,
Why I would wear this tear,
But those who truly know grief’s path,
Know why I keep it near.

No, I have not forgotten you,
This tear I proudly wear.
My special Glass Tears pendant…
Was shared by those who care!

I’ll endure this time of loss,
And lean upon God’s grace…
Assured we both shall meet again,
Then share our warm embrace.

Our List of Poems

2400 - Our Glass Tears Poetry IntroBy Randal S. Doaty

2401p - Glass TearsBy Randal S. Doaty

2401s - Glass TearsBy Randal S. Doaty

2402p - We'll Share Your TearsBy Randal S. Doaty

2402s - I'll Share Your TearsBy Randal S. Doaty

2403p - The Sorrow TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2403s - The Sorrow TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2404 - A Mother's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2405 - A Father's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2406p - The Wife's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2406s - The Wife's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2407p - The Husband's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2407s - The Husband's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2408p - A Brothers TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2408s - A Brothers TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2409p - Your Son's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2409s - Your Son's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2410p - Your Sisters TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2410s - Your Sister's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2411p - Your Daughter's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2411s - Your Daughter's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2412p - Your Parent's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2412s - Your Parent's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2413p - A Grandparent's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2413s - A Grandparent's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2414 - A Grandfather's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2415p - A Grandmother's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2415s - A Grandmother's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2416 - A Good Friend's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2417p - Your Baby's Tear - miscarriageBy Randal S. Doaty

2417s - Your Baby's Tear - miscarriageBy Randal S. Doaty

2418p - A Baby's Tear - infant or toddlerBy Randal S. Doaty

2418s - A Baby's Tear - infant or toddlerBy Randal S. Doaty

2419p - Your Child's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2419s - Your Child's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2420p - The Pet Tear 1By Randal S. Doaty

2420s - The Pet Tear 1By Randal S. Doaty

2421p - The Pet Tear 2By Randal S. Doaty

2421s - The Pet Tear 2By Randal S. Doaty

2422 - Our Savior's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2423p - Jesus WeptBy Randal S. Doaty

2423s - Jesus WeptBy Randal S. Doaty

2424p - The Caregiver's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2424s - The Caregiver's TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2425p - The Hospice Team TeardropBy Randal S. Doaty

2425s - My Hospice Team TeardropBy Randal S. Doaty

2426 - Our Battle TearBy Randal S. Doaty

2427 - Christmas Tree TeardropBy Randal S. Doaty

2428 - My Glass Tears PendantBy Randal S. Doaty