A Father's Decree

In realms beyond, where shadows dance with glee, Draw near, sweet child, and heed my decree. Though my earthly form resides, in silent repose, My essence endures, as life’s eternal cycle flows. Fear not the cold, silent stone’s embrace, For here, pitting bones and rotting flesh replace. Seek instead the dawn’s hallowed, new light, Enveloped in warm laughter, shared by friendships tight. In your veins, my presence forever flows, A soothing rhythm, amidst life’s highs and lows. Through raging storms and stinging rain, I’ll be near, In every Spring’s bloom, my presence vibrant and clear. Discover me in the symphony of the surging sea, In the starry night’s celestial harmony. Like the moonbeams that color your eyes so bright, I am your guide in the darkest of night. I am the courage in your soul’s embrace, The inner voice guiding you, through life’s relentless race. Embrace all the world, let your free spirit soar, For within its depths, I live on forevermore. Treasure the memories, laughter, and love we’ve sown, But know this, dear child, you are never alone. In every sunrise, painting the sky with hues so rare, I’ll be the golden warmth, a love beyond compare. One day, an affair grand, we’ll rejoice again, Ascending Heaven’s stairs together, hand in hand. -Edward