I only remember him
As he was - -
Young, vibrant, and
Dressed in his Uniform,
My Navy Guy, handsome
And Brown Haired, smiling
That charming smile, and
Winking - - at ME!
I only remember him
As he was - -
Not the crumpled form
Lost in his wheelchair,
Unable to stand,
Or to speak to me,
To smile at me,
Or wink those baby blue eyes.
I only remember him
As he was - -
And maybe, just maybe,
It is better that way.
Scarlett Treat
May 24,2008
Scarlett Treat
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