Butterfly Wings

October 29, 2019

(For My Uncle Tommy)

You closed your eyes
and spread your wings
But you didn't fly away
I know why; you were afraid

You're afraid for the people you're leaving behind
You can see their tears
You can see their pain
I see it too

But I also see their love
The love of all these people coming together
They're taking care of one another
Even though they themselves are in pain

So don't be afraid
Let butterfly wings guide you to peace
And although you're leaving our lives
The love you gave us will never leave our hearts