For Max

I cried all night when I heard you were gone my tears fell for you for me and for all those touched and taken by this terrible disease that you and I had in common Why it takes some of us and leaves others God only knows But what I do know is You fought hard And you always had a wave, a smile, and a bit of conversation for me Even when you were feeling tired And probably scared Although you never showed it And I will always glance your way And expect to see you sitting on Your back porch like you always did And my heart will break a little bit When I realize I won’t see you waving and smiling back at me Ever again I wish you peace I wish you freedom from your struggles But most of all I thank you For your kindness and your Inspiration May God bless you and keep you, Mr. Max I miss you already