Etched In Stone

It’s been almost five years since you’ve been gone It’s hard to believe it’s really been that long Memories of you often haunt my mind As grief can be painful and unkind Today, I stopped for a visit to your grave alone And stared at your name, forever etched in stone My raw emotions are now swirling like a storm Cutting my heart as if tiny glass shards did form I was not prepared for your time to abruptly end You were my biggest support, My Dad and godsend You entered my life when I was only four years old That part was kept a secret, until later when I was told As I sit and hear the birds happily sing on this sad day And admire the fountain that you loved in every way I smile as I realize it’s across your stone in plain view Your peaceful desire to be near the fountain came true I remember past days of walks and talks with you here A special place of memories I hold close and dear Your name is etched in stone and forever in my heart It’s never easy when a beloved parent must depart May you rest in peace Dad as you enjoy the view everyday And I hope and pray to be able to see you again someday