Dan Chong

I dare not close my eyes for then I see

The known truth that was bestowed upon me

A nightmare that comes with closed eyes

A vision it seems that never dies

Why in deaths darkness does truth come to light?

Why in life did I not have more insight?

Why did I just watch a life wither away?

Why is there a sense of guilt that I feel each day?

Why can I not grieve as others do?

How do I let go and move on thru?

How do I get that image out of my head?

How do I properly say goodbye to the dead?

I know in my heart that help I could not give

For it was up to you if you wanted to live

If you only asked for the help you needed

With open arms you would have been greeted

I will not forget and miss you I always will

But now it is good that your heart is still

Suffer no more brother of mine

With your help please know I’ll be fine

I need help to grieve so I can take care of what’s mine

I need your help to be strong so I can again be fine

I need you to bring me some closure so I can let go

I need to say “Goodbye Dan, I love you so”