It is not how much I have gathered
Through my honest work or even greed
In the end possessions won’t matter
But what flowers from each planted seed
I wanted them to have all my heart
And leave no part of my love unused
Give them an easier place to start
Let them find their own dreams to pursue
I wonder will they remember well
The lessons that I have tried to teach
Those things that I tried to gently tell
To show that hope is within their reach
To show them not to stand on the stage
Instead intermingle with the crowd
Always have the want to turn the page
Be the one of whom they could be proud
They’re the footprints that I leave behind
They will be my only legacy
They will be the story brought to mind
When my grandchildren remember me
Lovely sentiments, with the words to match them, Jerry. Surely though, your poetry and your creative writing will also be part of your powerful legacy.
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Thanks Roland.
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I agree with Roland’s comment. Really lovely. (And I love the not standing on the stage, but intermingling in the crowd.)
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Thank you for the lovely comment. The nice thing about the WordPress community is getting to know each other.
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You are very welcome.
And I agree 🙂
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A beautiful family, Jerry!
You have a great legacy (in your children)! But, you, also, leave a lot more to the world! Your wisdom, poems, love, etc.!
(((HUGS)))
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Thanks. But as time rolls on, my words will fade into oblivion, as will the memories of me. Just like my ancestors are a part of my history so shall I be a part of their future..
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Yes, but you WILL live on in their hearts, minds, and in how they live their lives. 🙂
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Aww, this is so beautiful!
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I thank you for the kind words.
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Thanks for the link my friend.
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