FAMILY PASSING

TWELVE YEAR PASS                             

Twelve years have passed.

At times moving fast –

then slowing down to the

movements of a snail.

 

Each day begins, and then it ends.

Moments with you I spend,

remembering the lessons

you taught and explained

along the way.

 

Swirling winds bring your words

of wisdom and knowledge – hard lessons

learned – you taught me

to listen so carefully to every howl.

 

The cool crisp air of fall brings a chill.

I reach for a wrap –

but you are there with arms opened wide

the warmth of your hugs has not faded.

 

Rain is falling now a new rainbow waits.

Your artistic eyes caught the vivid colors

on your palette, and with each stroke, your

brush reflected your vision.

The beauty of the view you shared for

others to see.

 

Your strong will to live life to

it’s fullest – has been passed on.

All that remember, watched the

courageous battle within, as you

marched to glory in full uniform –

head held high!

 

As the rain fell that fall night 12 years past,

you gave your salute and marched off

to find a new land.

The tears of that night were real, but concealed

by the rain.

 

When daylight came and the rain stopped

eyes opened to a new day, alone and in dismay.

The rainbow appeared – first ever

bright, then graciously fading.

It was as if you were saying as you

traveled your new path.

“Today’s a new day, you will be fine.”

 

I smile as I look to the heavens now,

knowing with each rainbow to come

your mark will be seen, your presence

will be known and you will continue to say

to all.

“Today’s a new day, and you will be fine.”

                                                            Written by Marilyn Duncan - Buck

                                                             Copyright 2006

                                                             Published 2006