John Gondolf Poet Rhyme

Remembering a Friend

Today my spirit hides amongst the shadows
   cast upon me here by death’s long reach;
forever leaving darkness in the meadows;
   happiness, did sadly death impeach.

I ponder our existence in this living;
   all the friends we make along the way,
and how at times our life is unforgiving
   heading down the path that leads astray.

Our time on earth is but a fleeting moment,
   just a tick-tock in eternity.
It’s far from ever being a bestowment
   living here in life’s fraternity.

Throughout your days you've shared with us your wisdom,
   always lived your life in high degree,
and now my friend you’ve passed unto God's kingdom, 
   I’m asking that you save a place for me.
        __________________________
  
             Rest in Peace My Friend


October 6, 2018

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Winged Warrior October 10, 2018 at 5:55 PM A great remembrance, John...sorry for your loss my friend...love & light...^WW^ John Gondolf October 10, 2018 at 6:00 PM Thank you so much my friend...may the sunlight always shine down upon you. John

Kishan Sharma October 10, 2018 at 5:53 PM Nice one John Gondolf October 10, 2018 at 5:58 PM Thank you, Kishan.

Alexis Y. October 8, 2018 at 3:28 PM Hi John, This is a nice tribute to your friend. I am so sorry for your loss- Alexis John Gondolf October 8, 2018 at 4:54 PM Thank you, Alexis, I appreciate it. John

Andrea Dietrich October 8, 2018 at 11:10 AM beautiful tribute. I'll be saying more and more of them myself as the years go on. John Gondolf October 8, 2018 at 11:37 AM Thank you, Andrea, that seems to be a trend the older we get. Reminds me of Willie Nelson's song "I don't want to be the last one standing - or wait a minute maybe I do". I appreciate you. John

Chris Hagy October 7, 2018 at 11:52 PM Such a wonderfully well written memorial for someone who was obviously so special to you...my heartfelt sympathies John..."carry on my wayward son..." John Gondolf October 8, 2018 at 4:34 AM Thank you, Chris, I appreciate it. John

Heidi Sands October 7, 2018 at 3:23 PM My thoughts are with you at this time. A very nice poem you have written. Well done John. Take care. :) John Gondolf October 7, 2018 at 3:24 PM Thank you, Heidi, I appreciate you. John

Brandy Nicole October 7, 2018 at 2:49 PM My eyes are misty while reading these words from your heart. This thought tugs at me so deeply. " I’m asking that you save a place for me." I understand this feeling. I think many can relate. Life is like a vapor, only here for a short time. I am so sorry for your loss. You have written a beautiful tribute to your friend. ~ Brandy John Gondolf October 7, 2018 at 3:23 PM Thank you, Brandy, your words bring comfort to my spirit. I appreciate you. John

Nette Onclaud October 7, 2018 at 1:06 PM what a sublime devotional for a friend who must have been around through thick or thin, john... you ar a lucky man... my condolences.. huggs John Gondolf October 7, 2018 at 1:16 PM Thank you, Nette, I appreciate your thoughts so much. John

Caren Krutsinger October 7, 2018 at 7:57 AM Our time here is but a fleeting moment. This tribute to a friend has a beautiful softness and exudes love. John Gondolf October 7, 2018 at 8:06 AM Thank you, Carin, he was a good person and he will be missed by many. John