Hello, Goodnight
Just wanted you to know
I didn't get a chance to say goodbye.
Although, I did get a chance to kiss your cheeks, 
touch your hands and  tickle your feet.
Made you smile, once more, didn't I? 

I didn't get a chance to tell you 
I would keep all your dreams alive, 
and keep your name in  a halo of lights.
I didn't get a chance to hear you say, 
I am in  pain, 
just one last night 
with my family, Lord! 

I didn't hear you say, 
My journey's done, I am tired now, 
 can I rest in peace. 
 I did get a chance to hear you hum
your favorite christian song, 
 lift your hand 
and feel God's presence in you. 

You shared  your last smile 
you felt your family's love
A God sent presence surrounded you. 
I had no chance to say goodbye
for the  very next day, 
You choose  a deep sleep 
and your will was done.
 
I  remember you said
I love you,  daughter, wife  and son
with a sleepy whisper
Last spoken words.
words that fulfilled  my soul.
No chance to say goodbye

Rest now, rest In peace, my dear daddy, 
Good nite, 

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Dedicated to my mother, brother Aaron and family  
In memory of my dad
Dr. Aaron R. Clark Jr.
July 16, 1928-August 14, 2008