A Good Man

A good man I know is very ill.
Memories of the times I spent with him fill my mind.
He did well in life.
He took risks, loved his family, and spread a lot of love in quiet, but strong ways.
His life is a good model for others.

We live so fully every day that when grave illness strikes
It catches us by surprise
And in cases like this one
Fills us with sadness
And gratitude too.
Grateful to have had the chance to share this man's life.