Every morning's hope.
Like my footprints in the dew dampened grass.
With the moisture touching my bare feet
And the warm blanket touching my back and shoulders.
The morning sun on my face brings tears to my eyes.
The sheer happiness of hope for the new day.
With the mist hovering over the mountains.
Feeling everything all at once.
Knowing the reason for being is here in my heart.
Carrying the sadness we hold inside.
I say to all who know me good-bye.
All the pain, all the joy, all the things I remember,
They are yours now.
Do with them as you will, as I did.
I loved life, every morsel, every taste.
My beautiful children, their tiny faces, the love in their hearts.
My wife, my love, I have no regrets.
Peace to you all.