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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 Brother 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

Copyright © Ashley Gleason

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