For father

I loved and i lost. but i never thought ide lose you. you were everything to me
pain
inside my heart as i struggle to learn why
helpless
i wonder into this world alone
without you, without a guide
anger
for you quitting the race, you drank till you shivered then popped pills in your face
love
you had my heart, you had my service and we had our memories and dreams.
acceptance
no one lasts forever but you were to be here to see what i have done.

for my father
9/10/2001