Dale Lives On

The year my mother wed his dad,
a red-haired boy would come to be
best role model I ever had.
Dale lives on in my memory.

Each day with Dale was so much fun.
He brought our family such glee,
not just to us - but everyone
Dale lives on in our memory.

Blessed was he with wisdom too -
with vision and integrity.
A brighter star I never knew.
Dale lives on in my memory.

Killed by a drunken driver. Why?
So young and talented was he.
But no, my brother cannot die;
 he lives on in our memory!

Dec. 12, 2019  
for Chantelle Anne Cooke's Memorial of a Loved One Poetry Contest
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Walker Avatar
August 20, 2021 at 10:57 AM
Best brother ever!!!
Dietrich Avatar
August 20, 2021 at 3:52 PM
I know you have not come in a while to see my poems here, but I am SO glad you are here now to comment to this one. You were most fortunate of all Dale's family to be living with him before his death. I know it hit you so hard. Love ya, jenny.
Callus Avatar
August 20, 2021 at 3:17 AM
He will always live on in your memory, Andrea. He died too young, and all because of somebody stupid. Makes me angry when I see how unfair life can be! ~ Warm regards // paul
Dietrich Avatar
August 20, 2021 at 3:53 PM
yes, he was 32 and almost graduated from Law School. What a loss he was to the world. thanks
Allison Avatar
December 25, 2019 at 5:50 PM
a heartfelt tribute Andrea, I know how close you were to him and he will always be in your thoughts, congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx
Y. Avatar
December 15, 2019 at 2:09 PM
Hi Andrea, I'm just coming back to congratulations on you win. It was deserved:-) Alexis
Romios Avatar
December 14, 2019 at 10:39 AM
Congratulations Panagiota
Na Avatar
December 14, 2019 at 2:08 AM
Congrats on your winning poem Andrea
Ligon Avatar
December 13, 2019 at 9:49 PM
This is very touching. I especially enjoyed the last two lines. Poetic hugs.
Cunningham Avatar
December 13, 2019 at 1:06 PM
A tragic story Andrea and a lovely tribute to your brother. You're right, loved ones do live on in your memory, never forgotten. Tom
Rodrigues Avatar
December 13, 2019 at 8:40 AM
He was there for you for a time and season, yet for all time because he lives in your memory. Very nice. Hugs...Kim
Krutsinger Avatar
December 13, 2019 at 7:07 AM
So sad. So very very sad. Andrea, I am overcome with feelings about this. Such a tragedy! These feelings are not ever outlived.
Somadas Avatar
December 13, 2019 at 1:52 AM
He lives in our memory..A very good entry for the contest..Best wishes..
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 12, 2019 at 11:13 PM
We have to get the drunks off the road. I read they're thinking about putting a breathalyzer in the cars and if you don't pass you can't drive your car. Of course there's always someone who will figure out how to cheat. I know you miss your dear Dale Andrea. This is a beautiful tribute to him. Mele Kalikimaka! : ) xxoo
Y. Avatar
December 12, 2019 at 8:56 PM
Hi Andrea, This is such well written and heartfelt tribute to you brother Dale. I agree, our loved ones life on in our memories. Excellent job. I wish you the best of luck in the contest. Happy Holidays to you and your family and friends- Alexis
Bauer Avatar
December 12, 2019 at 5:09 PM
so sad, andrea, but a wonderful tribute to your brother...
Pandit Avatar
December 12, 2019 at 3:12 PM
A heartfelt tribute, Andrea--your feelings pour into each saddened verse!
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