Ross

Those endlessly dark COVID unit days Once lead my emotions and mental state astray Finally finding solace in online games For some crumbs of joy from day to day It was there I met a brand new friend Who got me through till winters end His words, thoughts and intentions were true His music and laughter transforming my blues For years after gaming, Our friendship lived on To nights of sharing and moonlight talks Advice was given and an ear for all I began to realize, as He brought me to tears I hadn't met a friend this Loving in years I was hoping because we both were young When He told me he was sick That it wouldn't last long I asked him why He didn't seek help "I'm a lost cause " I suppose, was how He felt For his body was tired though He was not old When his Uncle found him and his body was cold Now my heart hurts so deeply As I picture my dear friend Dying alone and in pain in his bed Unable to reach or call for help He did nothing but aid others But could not for himself It felt like I had known him deep down in my soul I wish I could reach out and tell him that now If I could talk to Ross just one more time Who had no idea his life was way past it's prime Id Thank him for all that He did for me And I truly hope that his spirit finds peace