End of Days, For my father "Eddie Morgan Jr"

I am my father’s son after all. To my father I raise a glass and say "Goodnight Dad thank you for my life"

My Father Eddie Morgan Jr and I.

My father died 6/15/15

Both the tears that live in sorrows

along with those born from pain

Echo through the lost tomorrows

that will never come again

 

For I had closed my heart away

as to hide behind a door

So the longing I'd kept at bay

would trouble my soul no more

With the storms brought by the spring

came the April winds sublime

The children's happy feet now sing

pitter-patter keeping time

 

I kept the promise to my heart

burning love has kept me warm

I readied for the end in part

with my back turned toward the storm

 

The sun did set upon his chest

as lost, love cried out in me

"Give him life or give him rest"

was the sound of my hearts plea

 

Author's Note

The night comes when there are fewer days ahead than behind. On that night you realize the folly of your misspent youth was really the joy of your life's adventure. To that I raise a glass and say "Hell Yeah he really lived! Goodnight Dad

See my works at www.writerscafe.org/aristate

Reviews

[Mira ThePoetess]

oh Tate that sure is one of the best poems I've read as I love the song as well. Your words as usual penetrate the soul. Life is a journey, and we all may go astray, wandering in roads never taken before, or roads that were taken by others yet they seem so unfamiliar as we don't learn from others' experience all the time .... Lost hopes, sorrows and tears moan inside your heart only to awaken some hunger for a ray of light that would sure give you the rebirth feeling. No matter how long we try to hide from love, it sure finds a way to us, without asking for our permission. The wind, the sun, the spring and the storm ... all those words are only an excellent choice for the flow of your feelings that was easily sensed all along your poem ..... sorry it was too long but it sure hit me hard that one. Loved the photo toooo :D

Mira

[Mira ThePoetess]

I will sure vote for this one as all the rest can't even stand the level of comparison ... you got my vote

[Tate Morgan]

How endearing to read such a devout write on a subject we both share thank you

[Mira ThePoetess]

No need to thank me, what touches the heart is what is based upon sincerity and truthfulness. Excellent ink ...

[Briana O'Connor]

Such a soul seeping expression of words-I love the way you expressed the thoughts roaming through the head. I adored this line-“Give me life or give me rest"-It truly reach the depths of my heart and mind, causing a emphatic feeling with the character. Thank you for entering this into the contest. I enjoyed the read.

[Tate Morgan]

thank you very much for the review and the award

[realmwriter]

Nicely done as usual Tate. It's always a joy to read your works, they are so life affirming. Stark contrast to my own. I guess that's why I like yours so much.

[Tate Morgan]

Oh they are just meanderings of the worn mind I would trade you for some of your years lol thanks

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

I have missed your poetry, and this piece did not disappoint me! It has such depth of emotions that can be felt! Excellent poem

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you you guys are always more than welcome round me The door is always open and the light on for you

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

You are welcome, and you will be seeing more of me! I have missed writerscafe.

[Tate Morgan]

Well we have missed you as well

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

Thank you!

[Tate Morgan]

You are most welcome please just walk in anytime no need to knock.

[Robbie~xoxo~]

Fantastic write, Tator Tot!... You always have such a touching message within your words. ~xoxo~:)

[Tate Morgan]

Ah the beauty of the cafe how are you dear? Yours is a timeless face to look upon.

[Robbie~xoxo~]

awww Now, you're not supposed to make me blush. lol ;)
Thank you for sharing your work of art, my dear friend. ~xoxo~:)

[Tate Morgan]

you are welcome And you are worth it all of it the work the tears the hours the pain it takes to create them

[Robbie~xoxo~]

so true... all worth it!

[Tate Morgan]

One day descendants will find your works online and if you're lucky they will say what a great soul.

[Robbie~xoxo~]

yes, But they will have to be 18 and over.. ;) lol

[Tate Morgan]

hahaha Yeah Well if they are lucky they will say Damn I look just like her Real Lucky that is!!!

[Robbie~xoxo~]

(hehe)... and here's hoping they will want to write too! ;)

[Tate Morgan]

I hope so I have to wonder if they will lose that ability in the future and with it the treasures

[Robbie~xoxo~]

I know, with all the technology, now a days.... who writes anymore?... sigh...
I am loving the old typerwriter, though...

[Tate Morgan]

oh you would love this Tom Hanks has started a new app called hanx app it makes the apple ipad like a typewriter and it sounds just like an old typewriter

[Robbie~xoxo~]

Really?...cool! I will look into that...
I must go, Tator tot... will close my account for a bit...but will be back... :)
Enjoy! hugsxx

[Tate Morgan]

by dear be good or safe whichever suits your fancy lol

[Robbie~xoxo~]

lol....okay... take care... hugsxx

[KAREN]

This poem is so beautiful. It's filled with love, longings, sadness, hope! BRAVO!

[Tate Morgan]

It has been so long since last I heard from you i have to say i love it I think the last time i heard from you it was on the poem Heart so long ago now Thank you say hi to your sister for me

[KAREN]

I will say hi, and that it's good to be back! I am trying to be here more often!

[Tate Morgan]

it is always a joy to welcome you home!

[KAREN]

Thank you!

[Tate Morgan]

you are welcome

[Kenneth Nicholas Lowe]

This just hit the spot, it gives hope in the darkness

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you I am sorry this took so long to answer

[J. Kell]

I really loved this. I always wonder if I am wasting time or not in the journey. Your poem has convinced me I haven't been wasting time just becoming who I am. Great Poem.

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you I am so happy to hear you got something of value from i Just live your life and smile more than you frown

[VALORMORE DE PLUME]

I'll raise my glass with you, and toast the days fully lived. Without regret I'd do it all again. Although, I see an eternity of unknowable rapture lies ahead, with loved ones I have yet to meet.

[Tate Morgan]

Agreed I would do it all again as well thank you friend

[VALORMORE DE PLUME]

My pleasure, to view this treasure.

[VALORMORE DE PLUME]

Your picture looks like the ones they take at Old Tucson Studios. I go past there twice a day.

[Tate Morgan]

haha those are cool

[MagicAl]

Thoroughly enjoyed this.. beautifully written and we'll expressed. Brings hope and inspiration to the reader..lovely poem Tate.. :)

[Tate Morgan]

thank you very much Much appreciated