Family...

As I lie here awake tonight,

Pondering the meaning of life,

And gazing into a faraway forest,

I am reminded of when I first met my wife.

It was a breezy summer's day

And I didn't know just what to say

Because she took my breath away

On that beautiful day in May.

She wore her favourite dress with little flowers

And her hair was tied with little bows.

I can still recall staring at her for hours

And sometimes I can't help but wonder if she knows.

I can still recall our first conversation quite clearly,

It's something your granny would have described as full of irony.

You see, my grandchild, grandpa used to be an army man.

Yet, I was stuttering away in your grandma's company.

Then came the war

And we said our goodbyes.

I can still remember the tears falling from her eyes

And I realised then that this was what I was fighting for.

We wrote to each other whenever we could;

She had finished her studies and became a nurse

And I fought hard to keep her safe, like any man should,

Even if it meant fighting the entire universe.

We got married after the war,

Even though we didn't know what was in store,

We knew that we loved each other

And that was enough for us to not ask for more.

Then came the day your dad was born.

That was the happiest day of your granny's life.

Even though her body was bloodied and torn,

That was the happiest I've seen my wife.

She was strong and cheerful.

While she lived, there was nothing she couldn't do.

She wasn't afraid of calling it as it is

And if you asked her for a shoe, she'll give you two.

Even in death she never showed fear.

I remember her last words, oh so clear.

It was what I said to her on our anniversary, the first year.

"Even death won't stop me from loving you, dear".

You see, champ, your grandma was the meaning of my life.

A caring companion, loyal lover, an honest friend,

A confidant, brilliant cook and a mother to the very end,

And most importantly, she was my wife.

With that, grandpa turned over on his side,

Muttering a soft goodnight.

When morning came, he was pale with eyes opened wide.

Beside him was a note reading - "Grandma's waiting for me in the light".

Angel of Death...

Rain dances around me and patters my face

As lightning flashes across the midnight sky.

The last thing I remember is of her warm embrace

As she hugged me and kissed goodbye.

I've told this story only once before,

It's about a girl I once loved and cared for.
Don't get me wrong, it's not that I don't anymore,

I Just don't see how when she's at heaven's door.

You see, she had cancer but wouldn't say,

I guess she loved me too much to let me know.

Perhaps she didn't trust me enough anyway,

Thinking that I'd blow it off as some sympathy show.

Snow dances around me now and licks my face

As I am lost in the warmth of her grace.

I see her in a distance, yet as if looking through haze,

I sense her charming smile as if calling me from my daze

Blood stains the snow around me,

Suddenly, all at once, it's plain to see.

I remembered driving way too fast

And the next thing I remember was a huge blast.

So, it has come to this,

A life well lived and quickly spent.

Now, should I find eternal peace

Or shall I be damned to repent?

Either way, I know I'm due

To pay for my sins, it's true.

I have but one rue,

That I cannot spend my life with you.

Because of You...

Have you ever felt this way-

Seeing the girl of your dreams,

Wanting to talk to her, yet not knowing what to say?

Like a beckoning mirage with its promising gleams.

Have you ever felt so-

Like when you look at her late at night

You instantly know,

That being with her, everything will be alright.

It's like breathing air

For the first time in your life

And as you lose yourself in her stare,

You find yourself imagining that she's your wife.

How do you tell her she changed your life;

From the moment you met her here

All your troubles and all your strife

Seem so small, and that you hold her dear.

How do you let her know

That when she laughs, you see her glow;

That when you're with her, you let your true self show.

How do you tell her you won't ever let her go?

As cliche as it may be,

With you, I can be free;

With you, I am me.

But without you, I can't see.

Yes, I know how lame it sounds,

But you have no idea what she means to me.

For her, I'd run perilous grounds

To be by her side, for that's where I'd rather be.

So know that snow and rain won't wash away my pain

Should I ever lose you.

For you have taken away my hate and disdain,

And taught me how to love again, it's true.

For Her...

There's this girl I know,

She's the strongest girl I've met.

Often, she hides her pain, not letting it show

And faking a smile or two when she's actually sad.

She's been hurt and cut deep inside.

She pushed me away, thinking she can hide

Her bitter pain, her tearful sorrow;

Thinking her tear stains will fade come tomorrow.

Honestly, I know not her past

But I know her feeling.

For the memories I've hidden behind my cast

Will leave you reeling

I see the warmth she longs for,

I see the love she yearns but fears,

I see the strength she has in store,

I see it guiding her through her years.

Yet, as I say this, I can see

That she may not feel the same way about me.

Nonetheless, it is her that I adore

And I'll care for her forevermore...

For You...

Some nights when I'm all alone,

I wish you were here with me.

Honey, just hearing your voice on the phone,

Lets me know everything is as fine as can be.

If I could give you the world today,

Or climb over mountains just to hear you say,

"All I want is you, come what may";

Verily, even if the sun doesn't shine, you'll still be my ray.

Never will I regret loving you.

Even if the road gets rough,

You'll always be the one for me, it's true.

Oh, if I can make you laugh

Until you forget your pain or past, there's nothing I wouldn't do...

Hidden...

Seems like a few years ago,

Everything around me changed forever.

All I can remember was seeing you and just know,

You are all I'll need in my life, ever.

I have made mistakes along the way,

So let me just say,

How sorry I am to you,

I am also afraid of losing you too.

And let me just say as God is my witness above,

Never will I let you go or not feel my love...

WIth Love...

I have not said much

Nor will I say more.

For words can't describe as such,

Aunt Meng, the aunt I adore.

Where do I start, where do we start?

No words can describe, nor say,

The love she held in her heart

Or the emptiness felt today.

Lovable, fair, huggable and hungry

Are some words that come to mind.

But, mostly, I remember her vividly

By her joie de vivre and a soul so kind.

Rain shall mask my tears

And wash with it, fears.

Knowing a new angel is born above

And is watching over us with love...