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A Friend In Passing

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Along the path I chose, I met a man
A kindred spirit drifting in the wind
Like me, he was the youngest of his clan
We both were wounded warriors on the mend

Instilled with principles he would not bend
He traveled with me miles through sun and rain
It was my privilege to call him friend
I leaned on him as if he was my cane

But when I met a girl, I changed my lane
Then took a turn toward my destiny
His recent passing now leaves me in pain
Because he brought out all the best in me

Though paths may join, at some point they must part
Then sadness fills the void left in the heart


   by Daniel Turner
in memory of my friend Ron

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Clifford Villalon

Date: 3/2/2023 6:53:00 PM

Thank you for dropping by my page Sir Daniel. Cliff

Line Gauthier

Date: 3/2/2020 8:47:00 AM

Lovely tribute, Daniel. Very touching.

Paul Callus

Date: 3/1/2019 9:20:00 AM

Beautiful, albeit sad, Danny. I'm pleased to be re-reading this poem which touched me from day one. Regards // paul

Gregory Richard Barden

Date: 1/24/2019 9:33:00 PM

(2) We grew up at a time when "guys" just didn't say that to each other, but I have learned to throw those foolish precepts away in deference of what's truly important in this life. I can hear his voice right now, and I miss him so - he was supposed to be on my album, but that won't happen. I did name my favorite guitar after him, so he'll be on the album after all. Blessings and peace to you, My Friend ... grief is not a bad thing, but originates in love ... embrace it, and hang in there. <3

Gregory Richard Barden

Date: 1/24/2019 9:29:00 PM

This is so touching and poignantly melancholy, My Friend, and I am so sorry for your loss. I lost a close buddy a couple of years ago right before Christmas, and it's a tough time now. I am grateful when the pain comes, because remembering is how I keep him alive, and that pain is the residual left from love. Most of my friends are women, but he was a bandmate for years, and like family. Best thing is, the last thing we said to each other was "I love you", and I'm proud of that ...

Craig Cornish

Date: 1/21/2019 2:06:00 PM

Daniel, I must believe that your friend Ron is honored and will cherish these thoughts.

Joanna Daniel

Date: 1/1/2019 7:50:00 AM

Hi DT, dropping by to wish you a wonderful and a blessed New Year 2019:) hope to see you around soon:)

Winged Warrior

Date: 12/25/2018 5:54:00 AM

Lovely tribute my friend...miss you bud...have a wonderful holiday season and the merriest of Christmases...happy endings, Daniel...love & light...^WW^...{*J*}

Charlie Smith

Date: 12/24/2018 4:26:00 PM

Merry Christmas Daniel, peace be with you my Friend...

Marugu Mo

Date: 12/18/2018 12:43:00 AM

Hi DT. Sorry about your friend. You have expressed your friendship so well

Janice Canerdy

Date: 12/10/2018 3:24:00 PM

Danny, this is so beautiful and poignant. Yes, we grow up, go our own ways, and lose sight of valuable relationships forged early in life! Janice

Jerry T Curtis

Date: 12/7/2018 6:28:00 PM

Sorry for your loss Dan

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/6/2018 6:50:00 PM

Hmm, did I see this at pft? It's so familiar and SO poignant, Danny. Very well done

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/6/2018 6:49:00 PM

Just read your comment on Nina's atheist poem. Loved what you said. haven't seen you around lately . Let me check out this poem.

Charlie Smith

Date: 11/29/2018 11:06:00 AM

How wonderful such friendships are to cherish, well done my friend...

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 11/26/2018 7:10:00 PM

G'day Daniel … a wonderful tribute and quite moving - thank you - Lindsay

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 11/21/2018 1:02:00 PM

I know I read this lovely tribute to your friend Daniel, but I don't see my comment. I am sorry for your loss. I have also lost a few close friends and the memories of our happy times help keep me company. Hugs, Connie xxoo

Bette Bavington

Date: 11/20/2018 8:12:00 PM

There are no words to describe the loss of a family member or friend. You did a great tribute. You and his family are in my prayers.

Carole Duet

Date: 11/18/2018 8:12:00 PM

I'm so glad you found a friend who you could truly relate to, Danny, and so sorry that he is gone from your life now. However, he is immortal now because of your wonderful poem about him. I'm sure he would be very proud to know you dedicated this to him. Who knows anyway? Maybe he already knows.