Dearest Grandpa

Though young, even younger then,

I recall the the younger days of my life.

The stories you told and the morals you taught-

Of the good and bad seen in men,

That to be wise is to be great in life,

And wealth is best not sought.

Dear Grandpa, how I wish you'd understand...

You've been the best! You'll always be!

Strong, yet still so kind and much more love-

Life and ill-wills you did withstand,

To forgive those who put you in your knee,

and even in false defeat all you do is show love.

I try, and sometimes fail, but I do try.

Do you remember when I'd fall and cry?

You'd take me in your arms and wipe my tears

then stomp the ground to bring me cheers.

I am older and stronger now and I don't cry when I fall

But I cry for you, I would cry my eyes dry if you fall,

So please, dearest Grandpa, do not shed a tear drop

Watching your grandson struggle in a slop,

For the battles in life will make me more like you.

Oh, dearest Grandpa, I love you.