Hello Friend
although our time was brief
we had a sweet fellowship
desired by many
experienced by few
a firm hand welcomed me
pure joy, without fail
guided our conversation
each time we met
laughter, augmented with love
strengthened our bond
neither was taken for granted
sincerity, seasoned our shared vision
of faith, hope, and charity
it is a mystery
that by design
this moment
has come
grace grants safe passage
a choir of friends and family
sing you to rest
your laughter has been saved
embraced in my memory
tears soften my voice now
to say to you
Goodbye
James F. Ross
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