One More Day

Checkered Past I put out our checker board and pulled out your special chair Imagined your delightful laughter, as if you were sitting there That twinkle in your eye, that inspirational glee Then before I knew it, you were really sitting there with me You told me we'd been granted a single more day To spend it both together in a very special way I said "Grandpa I love you, I can't believe that you are here!" You looked so very happy and down your face there rolled a tear I asked you a single question "Tell me what is heaven like?" You said in heaven you are young and have a special bike." All of those that you had loved, that before you passed away Were gleefully waiting in heaven, now together you all play Dad and auntie Debbie, Grandpa Kutz and Bobby Lenz Even your mom with pure blue eyes and oh so many other friends. For age is not a factor no one there will ever grow old The sun is always shining and the wind is never cold Still you were thrilled to leave and spend this day with me To tell me a few jokes and to share your history For the thing I most remember is the stories you would share I listened much more intently as I marvelled at you there. No question remained unanswered, as you sipped upon your tea You also wanted to know, if I was as happy as I could be So I introduced you to my family, my son Matthew and my wife I told them how very thankful I am, that you are part of my life You sat back down in your chair, and made one final play Winked and said "I love you, this has been the perfect day!" I loved playing Checkers with my Grandpa Clifford. I miss you Grandpa! Written December 11, 2015