I couldn't  look you in the eye
Knowing that your Dad was soon to die.
My guts were twisted.
It's "terminal" the doctor said.
It didn't register in your head.
You were just a kid.
Why is my dad blind?
Life is wicked, so unkind!
His last words to you were "I love you son"
I led you away.
You were unaware it would be his final day.
The suffering passed from father to son.
You fell apart.
Too early was he to depart.
No more dad.
A grieving son.
A heavy heart can weigh a ton.
He lives on through you.
Memories and thoughts are never far away.
I will never forget that very sad day!