Leave no room for regrets...

So many regrets I'll never forget
That time has come and gone
3 days till your death and I stood in silence
with out telling you just how much you were loved

17 and so proud I didn't allow
to say what you deserved to hear
"I love you dad" I should’ve said
But those words never found your ear

I withheld from fear and hid my tears
So sad to see you leave
didn't know that time would be the last that I'd
an embrace from you receive

21 in 3 days and still the same
missing you like never before
I remember that day you walked away
and I stood soundless staring out the door

So many regrets I’ll never forget
That time has come and gone
Never to a friend, will I remain in silence
Not telling them how much they are loved.

Stephanie Radlein