In honor of my Grandmother whos birthday is coming up this month. I still miss you.
I want to remember the times we shared
times that dance on the fringe of memories
conversations we share with no one else
laughter between two in private jokes
I want to feel your hand on my face
the soft caring touch that you once gave me
fingers caressing my head
tracing my scattered thoughts below
I want to look into your eyes again
blue as ocean water sparkling underneath the noon day sun
love swam in such a tide
proud of the man you saw before you
I want to smell the kitchen you use to dominate
morning, noon, and night
always quick to accommodate a guest
never too much trouble
I want to taste the air that your perfume would linger
embracing me with all the comforts of home
comforting me in the darkest of days
always you and unique
I want to hear you say my name again
watching words form on your lips
your voice embraces me
I am never alone
I want to honor everything you taught me
to pass on all that you have shared
selflessly giving all you could give
so I may be a better man
I want to love the way you loved me
unconditional, unquestioning, unwavering
for your love is all I have
to face everyday without you, grandma
Dorothy Leana Williams
July 21, 1921 - May 3, 2004