There is a huge hole left in my heart

The part that you occupied

You were getting better

The news was so unexpected

When I left you, you were cheerful

Rosy cheeked, and a positive attitude

I didn’t tell you good-bye

Just “See you next time.”

I knew it was the last

I didn’t want to face it

Fourteen years of knowing you

Wasn’t enough; enough to know you loved me

I wish I had told you about my book

It was supposed to be a surprise

But you know, you know.

Thanks for passing down the writing genes.

I just want you to know that I love you

My book is in memory and tribute you Dad.

Thanks for giving me the desire

To be a writer.

I am living my dream

For you, My Dad

8/24/29 – 6/23/04