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About 6 months ago I hired a friend of mines son. I have known my friend since grammar school and have hung around with him many times through-out my life. His son was 31 years old and was great worker, a great father to his son, and an all around beautiful person. I can say so much more wonderful things about John but my heart weeps and I would have to write a book. John had lost his life 2 days ago as he was tragically hit by a car while crossing the street. My heart goes out to him and his family.  Sometimes life just doesn't seem to be fair :(  R.I.P. John Jr. 

As the Monarch Flies

As I watch a monarch flying gracefully amongst the breeze 
And I watch the slow motion movement of the leaves on the trees 
As I close my eyes and hear his echoed speaks 
And I hear the tweets from a cardinals beaks 
As I watch the drifting of the bright white cloud 
And I hear his voice so clear so loud 
As I weep in heart and softly cry 
And I ask the lord how come and why 
As I pray for his family his friends his son 
And I try to understand why he was the one 
As I sit and stare with tears in my eyes 
And I blow some love as the monarch flies 

Dedicated to John Kukich Jr.  
(R.I.P. John)

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Susan Ashley August 28, 2018 at 10:11 PM My heart aches for the sadness you are feeling, my dear friend Charlie. I'm so sorry for your loss.. your dedication is so beautifully heartfelt and moving. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and his beloved family. Warmest wishes and hugs always.. ~Susan

Andrea Dietrich August 28, 2018 at 5:23 PM Yes, for sure, we must believe they are in a better place (referring to your reply to my comment) By the way, thanks so much for my win in your contest. It was a great idea you had for your contest and I enjoyed adding that one verse to your poem of reminiscing.

Andrea Dietrich August 17, 2018 at 7:32 PM oh my this is so heartfelt. Sorry for your loss. My son is almost 40. this week he lost his best friend from high school and is coming home for one day just for the funeral, a closed service. It's so sad when ones we love so much are gone. Charles Messina August 18, 2018 at 8:18 AM Thank you, Andrea. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son's friend. It is so sad but we have to believe they are in good hands with the lord. Sending my prayers to all.

CayCay Godwin August 17, 2018 at 7:26 PM Beautiful, I was touched. Poetry hugs ... CayCay Charles Messina August 18, 2018 at 8:19 AM Thank you, CayCay! Means a lot...hugs // Charlie

Brandy Nicole August 17, 2018 at 2:06 PM Dear Charles, even though I didn't know John- I can feel him through your words. His memory lives. I understand how you feel, as friends of mine were killed by a truck driver. A man, his wife and the twin girls they adopted. This was an accident, but still- it is hard to understand why such things happen. Your thoughts caress gently around me. Healing hugs, Brandy Charles Messina August 18, 2018 at 8:29 AM Oh My, Brandy. So very sorry to hear of your friends, I am saddened to hear of this. Thank you so much for your kind thoughts for John. Yes, his memory will always live on. I guess god has a plan and a reason for everything. Your hugs have been felt my dear friend. God bless ~Charlie

Robert L. Hinshaw August 17, 2018 at 12:44 PM What a great tribute to John, Charles. So sad that he is gone and in such a tragic circumstances. Last nite on TV I so a show about monarchs - one of God's most beautiful creatures. Glad you enjoyed the Haunted House write. My dear wife Vera had similar spooky experiences as a child and stories of such that she entertained our family with. Take good care - Bob Charles Messina August 18, 2018 at 8:37 AM Thank you so much, Bob. It was by no coincidence that that your eyes have watched the show about monarchs. In fact, it has sent chills down my spine just thinking about it. How can I not like your haunted house write, it was fabulous! Vera is in my thoughts my dear friend. Take good care as well and God bless - Charlie

Heidi Sands August 17, 2018 at 11:56 AM This is so sad and yes, so unfair. You have written a beautiful dedication. May peace be with you :) Take care. Charles Messina August 17, 2018 at 12:06 PM Thank you so much for your kind thoughts, Heidi. Yes, this is very sad :( Peace be with you as well :)

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart August 17, 2018 at 8:22 AM Heartbreaking, I'm so sorry. A beautiful poem you have written Charles. xomo Charles Messina August 17, 2018 at 11:12 AM Thank you for your thoughts, Mo...xoxo

Lawrence Sharp August 17, 2018 at 8:19 AM Very sorry to hear of it, Charles, best and most heartfelt wishes to you and to his family and friends. Your tribute is exceptionally poetic and very beautifully crafted. Peace and rest to you and yours, poet. Charles Messina August 17, 2018 at 11:17 AM Thank you so much, Lawrence. Your thoughts are kind and appreciated...All the very best to you...Charlie

Jan Allison August 17, 2018 at 8:15 AM oh what sad news indeed Charles, I'm so sorry for the tragic loss of such a young life:-( hugs jan xx Charles Messina August 17, 2018 at 11:18 AM Oh Jan, it's just terrible. Thank you so much for your thoughts... hugs // Charlie xx