As I grew you taught me so much
chopping wood with just the right touch.
Figuring out answers to long division
was truly a good decision.
It kept me occupied for part of a day
because for me, I considered it play.
Trouble was something I didn't find
when doing something so engrossing to my mind.
As the years went by and I saw you get ill
I longed for the past when you were healthy still.
To see you withering each passing day
made me wish God would finally take you away.
To put an end to your suffering and strife
and be with Him and other family in the afterlife.
I will always miss you being here with us
but knowing I'll see you for eternity is an added plus.