Soles (Souls) on Earth

Written for Gene by Ed O’Brien

This morning I took a walk

Faithful friend at the ready.

It was a walk this day unlike any.

On a frosty morning I left

And arrived at his side,

We talked as we walked

And moved stride by stride.

He said are you ready?

I said yes I am!

My old friend doesn’t understand

But you do and so do I.

I have been given riches

Beyond silver and gold

I have shared love,

Family, friends and blessings untold.

My smile is still with you

It’s in your heart that I know

So walk with me often

I am ready to go.

I returned not thru my door

But followed his warmth

To his heavenly light.

A place of peace

A place oh, so bright.

Think of me fondly,

And pray for us all.

But do not worry

Do not be sad

Safe in his arms

I am truly all right!

– Ed O’Brien