D-Man Hero

So long, young friend.

Your life was short

And your time here quick,

But you showed us

Happiness unfettered!

Your smile was bright;

Your singing oh so joyous.

You touched us all

With your young soul.

You knew more pain

In your short time

Than most experience

In a long life.

Such bravery uncomprehended

By one as selfish as I.

What a great example

You are my friend.

Dance now unhindered

In your new clothes.

Smile and kiss the Son

For me, my Love.

You two are kindred

For your lives were the same.

I hope to meet you

At the White Gates.

See you sometime

My young friend.

Surf the rainbows

And kiss the clouds.