Forgiveness and Rememberance

I wrote this for my father, who always had a hard time saying I love you but never had a hard time showing it.

Forgiveness and Remembrance

 

As I sit here in my solitude, I find myself lost in thought.
The constant cycling of the gentle rolling waves soothe my soul.
I become focused on my footprints, slowly being washed away.

Suddenly my mind wanders into the past and sorrow consumes my soul.
As I realize, only footprints of him are all that remain.

 

Once there was a time when he commanded dominance in my life,
now I find myself even struggling to remember him as he was.
While trying to replay his voice, I curse my memory for its betrayal.
My conscience demands my repentance for such a shameful act.
How dare I forget the man who molded me into who I am?

 

A lone gull hovers overhead and softly calls for his mate,
as I am at least thankful I can still remember his smile.
Though my vision is without sound, I can still see his compassion.
Maybe he is without voice because in life he never said the words.
Still I can see his laughter, for his eyes always said I love you son.

 

As my fingertips glide through the grains of sand warmed by the sun,
In silence I form the words “I love you too dad”.
The shame drains from my soul as the sand empties from my hands.
Soon a smile dawns on my face as I feel bathed in his forgiveness.
For I know he is with me as I turn and leave my own footprints in the sand.

 

Written By Brian K. Walters
Dedicated to my father,
Kenneth Dale Walters

Reviews

[Hello, Goodbye]

great write.. its imagery and reflective nature has a curious allure that keep the reader engaged and interested in your thoughts..