Sadness

My Dad - Phil Trofimuk

July 19, 1934 - May 27, 2010

(I don't have words to express how I'm feeling this week but this poem is so moving, I wanted to share it.... I think about how my Mom must be feeling and I weep)

I Walked With You As Long As I Could

I walked with you as long as I could
The years were many, our days were good.
I watched you fade slowly day by day;
My heart wept tears, I hid them away.
I could not show you weakness or grief,
I gave you strength and staunch belief.
God took your hand and we had to part.
He eased your pain, but He broke my heart.
I wanted you with me for a few more years.
God knew how I felt, but He knew best.
He took you home so you could rest.
Life goes on, I know it’s true,
But it’s not the same since I lost you.
Your beautiful memories, I will treasure forever,
Of the happy days when we were together.
With an aching heart I whisper low,
I love you and miss you so.

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