The Shine Journal - The Light Left Behind

I found out you were no longer here

and with no mother or father I felt neglected.

But after a while I realized that you left because you had to.

God said “Come on home” and that’s what you had to do

Now, it may be selfish, but I want you back.

We need to talk about more things; you can’t just leave me like that.

However, it’s at time like this when I get put in my place.

God said 2012 was your number, you’ve run your race.

So, I’ll learn to let go while holding on to memories.

When the days get dark, I’ll use them to comfort me.

Tell daddy don’t worry, I’m going back to school.

To give up after all you both sacrificed, I’d be a fool.

So, I’ll let you go now but this won’t be the end.

When I go to sleep at night, I’ll see you again.

If I’m making a wrong decision, don’t be afraid to step in.

Because you were always my mother first,