In Memoriam

I haven't written poetry in forever. So long now I can't recall the last piece I wrote.

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I learned today that I lost a very dear friend who I called Brother. We don't know for sure what happened, just that he passed in his sleep. Watching my friends, my family posting their heartbreak today has taken me from numb to this is *really happening*.

There will be no more campfires, no more drinks to friends, and no more jokes and laughter. And it hurts. Gods, it hurts. He was an amazing father and friend. And an inspiration...


When the winds of time sweep us apart,
When trials and tribulations test our hearts,
When all seems lost and about to end,
Then look to me and find a friend.

No distance truly separates those who love.
Time, space, life, death. All of the above.
My heart is yours, through all those things.
My sword is yours. My love...your wings.

Family once, and forevermore
In saddest moments, on forlorn shores
Your family I've been, through thick and thin
Your family I'll still be when we meet again.