"Heaven Seems a Little Nearer When Someone You Love is There"

I wish there were visiting hours in heaven! I miss you grandpa, our trip home wasn't the same without you. I missed seeing you in your chair, I kept waiting for you to stagger in and sit down; wearing your white tank with your levis half way done up and belt buckle hanging array. I missed seeing you on the porch swing watching the kids play in the yard. I missed pouring your coffee and the sound of your shaver after your shower. I missed seeing you reach down to let a small hand grasp yours so you could lead the way. I missed watching you pull your boots on and go out to the shop to use the bathroom (hey when you gotta go you gotta go). I missed your tight hugs that end with a couple pats on the back. I missed seeing you lie next to grandma when we woke up in the morning and hearing her tell you to put the oxygen back on. I missed watching your feet tap to the beat of an old time tune. I missed you talking with your hands, hands that bore the marks of age and hard work. I missed you at the dining room table, so quiet yet observant while eating a good meal. I know you're happy and you're waiting so patiently for us to join you so our circle will be complete. As sure as the sun sets and the moon rises, I carry you in my heart and soul waiting for the day you will wrap your arms around me in one of your extra tight embraces. Keep strumming your tune and shining your light because we know you're there and it helps us smile through the tears. I loved you then, I love you still, I always have, I always will.