My Friend

He is the greatest soul I have known. Born to hardship and through pain, he alone showed me the meaning to life.

George and Ann's wedding. Salvaged from 8 mm film.

He falters now where once trod firm

I helped him whenever I could

Here was he, whose favor I'd sought

frail body where the man once stood

 

My spirit soared and loves him still

he had heard my heart’s lonesome cries

When I was the child of few years

while he a man grown old and wise

 

His was the soul I based mine on

the kind spirit who loved me most

Strength of purpose flowed from his mind

now stands this vision like a ghost

 

I bear witness as time runs out

where once I advanced in his sight

Both by favor and through merit

his eyes beheld my future bright

 

In time may we all find our place

helping others achieve their dream

While I could only hope to be

held by someone in such esteem

 

He's lost none of his true spirit

that still holds to my heart so dear

I will follow where this heart leads

every day of every year

                               George and I at Tates Graduation 5/24/14

Author's Note

Some of us have had the pleasure of meeting a selfless soul.And thankfully never forgot it .
I wrote this for my friend George whose heart led me through life. Would that I could grant him a few of my own years.
I feel the hand of time on my shoulder. Reminding me that life is precious! What is the value of a man? It has become quite evident that I will have to face this pending loss. I hope I can do this with the dignity befitting this man.
"Thank you George."

Reviews

[roarke]

I appreciate the strength in a man that can genuinely pay such an honest, heart true homage to someone. The positive flow and respectful tone spoken here is hard earned in humility and courage. May we all discover this in our lives.
You've learned well Tate, bravo.

[Tate Morgan]

I never got the chance to thank you for this as we werent able to do so 7 years ago when you wrote it. I thank you now as George passed away two days ago. I look back on the memory of this man with utter reverence,love and respect.

[BellaMimi]

This was very heart rendering and I thank you for sharing this wonderful work.

[Kate Hunter]

inspiring write. Good job.

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that is a truly touching write..their are people who guide us through life, their souls touch us and these people are the ones that leave an imprint on our hearts..wonderful tribute..

[HopelesslyDevoted]

friends are irreplaceable and they are worth so much more than gold! you did a wonderful job showing how much yours meant to you.

[Kes]

Wow.
Great write.

[Poeticpiers]

When you seek a mentor one appears Tate.

[dovetailer]

We all feel for the unfortunate ones in life who have to find their way all on their own...without the sage advice of those who have been up...been down...and learned the wisdom and compassion in each lesson through hard knocks and experiences...sad and glad...and through love take a moment and bend a knee and point the way...hold our bike...running by our side until they give us a push and let us go to find the joys and heartache that wait who knows where...
they told us that good times and bad times never last...relish the former...be patient through the latter...and love all those you can't live without just like your dog loves you...
I had such an influence in my life...more than one who filled the shoes my Dad should have worn...He's older now...getting feeble...and that saddens me because I never got to know him or he me and I think we both regret that now that time is so short to make a difference...
Lovely sentiments hitting the nail squarely on the head...

[Kelly M.]

Shows true friendship! And the music goes beautifully! Don't stop writing!

[Bridget Mcmaken]

wow this is amazing. I love this. It flows nicely, this write is just awesome! Thank you for sharing.

[Mason]

I like this a lot. It reminds me of the time i have spent with my friends and the history i have with them. even though it may not be a long time, history is history, and life long friends are part of the human experience. bravo