Pain, shock, denial and disbelief! Hurt so deep when comes the relief? Perhaps in sleep a moment of bliss, But oh those waking moments bitter sweet, Listening, hoping for the sound of feet Thoughts and feelings a hurtling tumble Getting through each moment on willpower stumble We thought we had tomorrow and tomorrow but left behind are aches and sorrow But surely more than that is held in trembling fingers Strength found in the memories of love and laughter that lingers Comfort in shared impressions and stories told The remembrance of his legacy driving out the aching cold So though in tears, we will share a smile, And with each embrace we heal, even if its only for a while