Early Thursday morning May first
I closed the circle with my father
Of whom I am from
Honored to help
Leo’s spirit Free
From his well worn body
92 frail skin and bone
Yet still strong and courageous
Bedridden for two months
He remained a stand up guy
Offering grace and humor
Ethan visited with Leo
Understanding accepting
Sharing open hearts
Leo barely able to speak
Offered Ethan advise
Grandfather to grandson
About the son:
“Don’t listen to him”
Leo enjoyed life long luck
He transitioned at home
His wish and my promise
We together the seven days
Of leaving his body behind
Hospice provided help
Amazing nurses aiding insight
Meds and visits as needed
Combined with compassionate care
From Leo’s wonderful home health aides
Mark and GiGi who gave generously
Of their Warm Haitian Creole hearts
Leo walked through the only door open
Clearly and consciously seeking he stopped eating
We were together throughout this seven day journey
To his well deserved long sought release
Leaving one's body is no small task
We dressed Leo casual for comfort
Who could he still possibly need to impress?
Much to appreciate life’s life lessons
Fortunate to be born a son of Leo
Generous non-judging supportive father
Ever happy he set himself free
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