Rain

 I wrote this some time ago after watching some friends deal with the tragic loss of their son and brother.  So in memory of those who died too young...

Rain

It was raining when you died

And we were all torn up inside

Wishing that it was a lie

But there was nothing we could do.

You were young

Havin’ fun.

 But now your mama lost her son

And forever seems forever long

For a heart to keep on beating strong

When it’s been torn in two.

Now all I see is rain

And pain.

And your mama crying once again.

Your daddy stands

And stares

At your empty chair

Wishing that you would be sitting there

He’s trying to stay strong

But wondering where it all went wrong

And all I see is rain.

I stare up into the sky

I cannot help but ask God why

Cause you were way too young to die

Now life will never be the same.

If you were here today

I’m sure that you would say

That you’re sorry that you left this way

And you hope to see us some sweet day

But tonight

My tears fall with the rain

Cause all I see is rain

And pain.

And your mama crying once again.

Your daddy stands

And stares

At your empty chair

Wishing that you would be sitting there

He’s trying to stay strong

But wondering where it all went wrong

And all I see is rain.

Days go by

The years will pass

Like sand falls through an hour glass

And broken hearts can’t mend without a scar

I know someday I’ll smile again

I’ll take a walk in a summer rain

And look beyond the clouds

To where you are.

Special thanks to Kathy Yoder who put these words to music for me! 

Kathy, you are a very talented woman - I continue to envy your talent!


Update 12/22/14
In Loving Memory of Kody Yoder