Goodbye Papa



Writing with hands as light and jittery as butterflies
And a heavy heart, as if it were full of lead
Yet as difficult my task seems right now,
It is to pay homage, and for myself to eventually heal

To somehow overcome the loss of a beautiful man
Who bounced my mother, myself, my son on his knee as babes
His knowledge endless, his love boundless
Strength in his hands only matched by the softness in his gaze

A man of God who not only knew forgiveness but lived it
His mere presence compelled one to be the best we could be
His arms wide enough to encompass not only family
But all those who grew up with us, dear to him as blood

Eyes that filled with tears and compassion for others
When he was broken, he mended fences for tea and scones
Gnarled skillful fingers from years of carpentry
Giving aid to anyone in need, asking nothing in return

I can still remember the excitement of hearing his van
The smell of spearmint and Californian poppy oil....
He passed away today, that big heart could take no more
He was my Superman, my Santa, my mentor, my Grandfather


We will miss you Papa, may our lives be a tribute to you and all you gave to us, I will feel forever blessed...xxxxxxxxxxxx



Poetry by Purple Phoenix
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Written on 2009-09-11 at 18:43

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shells
You have captured the essence of one of lifes gentle souls, you were privileged to know and love one another, so sorry for your loss.
2009-09-12


NicholasG
There are never enough friendly giants in the world and when one such as your grandfather passes, the great gap left can only be filled with time and fond memories.
My sympathies for your loss.
Nick
2009-09-11



This was a beautiful tribute!A lovely write from your heart how you truely love a man,who was your papa.Never is it easy losing a loved one,especially a family member..Your heart is heavy but what you penned.Proud your papa is to embrace the love you captured onto paper and I am sure he is beaming down on you Rache! smiling and forever he will be with you in heart and spirit
This is the most touching and most loving write I ever have read about Grandfathers! and how blessed he must of been to have a granddaughter like you! you are a lovely soul and with a beautiful heart and proud to call u friend

hugs to you my friend and I am sorry for your loss

cyndi
2009-09-11