To a cousin who
always spread joy
and happiness,
with the kindness
that filled the jar
of his heart.
Whose words
of wisdom
helped guide
me through life.
To a nephew whose
accomplishments
are those of great
pride and joy.
Whose positivity
and strength
will never be forgotten
and will forever
be embedded
in the hearts
of those he touched.
To a grandson whose
life I look back on fondly,
as I remember all
of the ups
and downs,
but most importantly
the strength you always
had, despite
all that tried to tear
you down.
To a son whose
life was the Earth
that revolved around
the sun, our heart.
Whose presence
will always be felt
and remembered,
whose courage
will be used
to push forward.
Whose love
will always be known.
Not just to a cousin,
a nephew,
a grandson,
or a son,
but to a man
whose confidence,
loyalty,
and compassion
has left an imprint
on the hearts
of all he’s met.
Whose lives
have forever
been changed
by the existence
of your light
that has shone
on our darkness.
May you rest
in peace
and be with all those
you have come
to love in life.