A Conversation With Dad

It’s been a while I know,
I said, as I went out into the cold.
It’s been about 20 years I think.
I’m putting on years and getting old.

Been a while since we had a talk.
That is my fault and I'm sorry.
Found an album of racing pictures,
and of your time while in the Army.

You have two awesome grandkids.
My two kids are grown and gone.
Married again, this one will last.
Finally happy now, no longer alone.

Glenn is racing better than ever.
Won two championships in a row.
He had a bit of a health scare.
Two stints now lets the blood flow.

Our mom is doing great.
She takes care of the land and home.
We all live in the same area now.
The deer in the backyard still roam.

I finally have a garage like we had.
You know what that time meant to me.
I can now build like we used to do.
I wish you could come over and see.

Don't know why you were taken from us.
But we don't forget your love.
We all feel safe, sound and warm.
Knowing you watch us from above.

R. S. Morris

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

Touching words about the loss of a parent. The memories come flooding back when you least expect it and I am happy about that. Always pleased to see my Dad filter through. I enjoyed the read. Thank you.

Chris