Love Can't Bring You Back

A poem for my Grandfather.

Have you ever loved someone so much 

that you would give everything you ever worked for in life 

to spend just one more day with them

one more moment,

to say those things you never got to say

to give them one last hug

to tell them how much they meant to you

how much you loved them. 

To hear their voice that you hold so close

in memory

in heart

with every living breath.

A day to talk about the memories you've shared

to ask them to sing just one last song,

to ask them to say one last joke 

just to hear them laugh.

I would give everything just to see him there

standing in our driveway,

helping me wash his van

laughing as we talked into eachothers heart. 

My grandfather, my friend

my heart I owe to him,

Rest In Peace I love you true.

I wish I could have just one more moment 

to hold you in my arms,

to tell you you were the best Grandfather anybody could ever hope for

what I would give 

to have that last hug. 

Author's Note

My Grandfather was the most amazing person you could ever meet. He loved everyone no matter who they were. I never got a chance to give him one last hug goodbye. They say time heals everything, but it has been months and still I cry to this very day, wishing I could have that hug. So to everyone out there who is losing someone, make sure they know what they mean to you. Hug them, hold them just be with them, because all you'll have left after is time. Make sure the time you shared with them counts. And to those of you that have lost someone you loved greatly; you're not alone. Be strong.

Reviews

[DreyaArt]

brought tears to my eyes, and longing love in my heart. My soul holds those I have lost, and that is something I truelly believe in. Keep strong, but do not be afraid to break down, even infront of others, for only those who are strong can show emotion and still stand unashamed and loving.
If you ever need me, I am here for you, I will stand strong even when you feel you cant. Thats what I'm here for.
I love you ty.
Drey

[Valentine]

Having lost parents, 3 brothers and a beloved sister...I know exactly how you are feeling and the longing inside to just have a few more days with them..Lovely but sad write..Valentine

[Jibin]

Ohhh!! it's really heart touching, truely i feel could something close reality. love this work so much, a nice and heart felt love poetry.
thanks for the post...
:)

[A Risen Heroine.]

This poem hit me right to the heart.
It's so touching...
I really LOVE it!!
You're a talented writer.
Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing.

~A Fallen Heroine~

You stabbed me in the heart with this one. Whatever you believe, your grandfather smiles on you still. He was fortunate to have you in his life, as I am sure you are aware of how blessed you are as well. Stay strong!

[Tainted Devotion]

This poem truly spoke to me. I recently lost a very dear friend of mine back in January. It was a really bad accident that no one is really sure who caused it. But I applaud you for this piece. You perfectly described just how much one person could really mean to someone. And just how much we should never take them for granted. Excellent work.

[VioletRose]

Yes, this poem is real. I just want to spend more time with someone I lost. anything I could do I would, and this poem was spoked from your heart, GREAT write! :D

[Coyote Poetry]

I understand this poem. Some people leave their mark on our thoughts and life. I hear my Grandfather voice when I speak and think. His knowledge of life and love made me a strong person able to keep going forward. I like the wish you have in the poem. He would be proud of you. Thank you for the outstanding poem.
Coyote

[Lily Mae]

Well this has me in tears.. I love the way you have taken your loss and sorrow and expressed it here for us in love and remembrance.. My thoughts and heart are with you and what a wonderful tribute to the memory of who he was and still is in your heart...x

[StarryNights]

This is really good, full of heart. Time doesn't always heal everything no matter what people say. Losing someone is never easy