I saw a boy

I saw a boy who never hit

sweared an oath, threw a fit

held no grudge or regret

saw the good in all he met

would pay his way, earn his dues

was always up and never blue

I saw him among marble slabs

amongst those laid for all the lads

their place beneath graying trees

under autumn’s discarded dying leaves

here their days now held in time

and forever in their youthful prime

I saw this boy who never hit

quick to smile, a gentle wit

he stood tall when others fell

left his hopes to battle hell

I see him in my thoughts today

perfect forever in every way

01/22/2021