Lin Lane Poet Rhyme

Those Last Few Moments

~Written by Milt, whose passing was one year ago today.~
 

Those Last Few Moments ~ L. Milton Hankins

In those last few moments of this journey
When my life passes before my eyes,
I see a childhood mixed with misery and joy
Overall, I think I was a mostly happy boy.

But I will also see a lad full of determination
To be more successful than anyone ever thought
And so, many victories in my life will flash past
They are the most important things that last.

I will see them, the ones I have dearly loved
Experiencing places, things we shared in kind,
Memories were made that will never go away
Because I am leaving the best of them behind.

Most of all, I look forward to seeing her face
Who shared most of my best times on earth,
I think I shall see her waiting there for me
As I make the journey into that fond eternity.

L. Milton Hankins ~ written December 18, 2021
             Left us on December 22, 2022

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Tom Cunningham December 22, 2023 at 5:47 AM I don't think he really got over losing his dear wife Lin. I'm happy for him that they are now reunited in paradise. Tom Lin Lane December 22, 2023 at 6:43 AM He didn't get over losing her, Tom. He wrote of her often in private chats. He'd just returned from the Mexican resort they enjoyed every year. He continued going there after Deb died. He told me it helped him feel closer to her. It was fitting that he got to visit there one last time.

Mystic Rose Rose December 22, 2023 at 4:57 AM I wonder if this is a tribute to him one year later, he was amazing, and so are you dear poet. Merry Christmas dear Lin, Lin Lane December 22, 2023 at 5:01 AM Yes, Vie. It is a tribute to Milt. He was one of my closest friends and I miss him so very much. Tom has posted a new Milton Creek saga in his memory. Thanks for the compliment and happy holidays to you and your loved ones.

Paul Bell December 22, 2023 at 4:11 AM It is a nice thought that someone special is waiting at the other end, and why not hope it comes true. Keeps you going. Lin Lane December 22, 2023 at 4:13 AM Thank you for your thoughts, Paul. Milt loved his wife, Deb and mentioned her often.