Now I Know

O’er and o’er again I know

Your stories ‘cause you’ve told me so

“I plowed the fields and tossed the hay”

I listened to you talk all day

We laughed ‘til late and sang some songs

Since those days the time seems long

I keep the memories alive today

So that they’ll never go away

You taught me to whistle like a bird

The prettiest sound I’d ever heard!

Enjoying nature as it sings

Appreciating the simple things.

I learned that love doesn’t come disguised

Through spoiling, gifts, and sweet demise.

You taught me what it was to know

To care because I watched you so.

The nightingale sings and trees will sway

As a child, your guitar strings played.

Songs of old and songs quite new,

Along the way, I learned a few.

Remember, Grandpa, so do I

Happy memories of days gone by

You hugged me close and watched me grow,

The depth of your love, oh now…I know.

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I wrote this partly because I had not written anything in some time, and also because of my Grandfather's persistent checkups. He likes to make sure I never quit doing what I love. This one's for you, Pa. <3