An old friend

by Grant Gilbert AKA Slash   May 29, 2009


An old friend

Well I'll crack this brew and we'll have a chat
I've missed you lad do you know that?
All these Sundays and there have been a few
No one knows they've been spent with you

So tell me JP do you like my bike?
It's ten months old and the type I like
I've done many miles on the open road
a sweeter ride you'll never know

I wonder what your dad would say
If he saw me visiting you this way
I'm sure he would chuckle and join us two
he would sit beside me and share a brew

Well lad its always good when I visit you
I've had four brews and left you two
beneath your headstone like I always do
I'll be on my way now, be seeing you

Yes I'll rev my bike lad, I'll salute your grave
I'll do this for you, as I go away
I'll keep my promise that I made to you
I hope you can see me, as I believe you do

Grant
17h48
29.05.2009
Copyright © 2009 G.M.Gilbert

JP died 4 years ago he was in a motorcycle accident and
he died 2 months later in hospital from his injuries.
Above is something I do about once a month or so,
and it is one of the most pleasant visits, which I always look
forward too. Although it leaves me feeling sad, it always
clears my head. I'll never forget him.

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  • 13 years ago

    by Pink Butterfly

    It's really hard to miss a friend... I can relate to you for my friends are far from me right now. Beautiful poem indeed!!! Good job! God bless you always!!!

    -Pink Butterfly-

  • 14 years ago

    by rob

    Touching and so well written..

  • 14 years ago

    by Dreamofolwin

    This is indeed an exceptional write... that just touches the heart. It left me feeling those goosebumps.. (not poems do, lol ), and a tear in my eye. It is a most beautiful tribute to your dear friend.. and I love how your poem has a touch of sadness..yet happy reminisce in it. You did amazing on what must have been a hard write in memory of such a good friend who died in this way, LOL

    Take care.
    Olwin.

  • 14 years ago

    by Mr. Darcy

    Grant,

    This is such a sad poem and a reminder of how dangerous motorbikes can be, or should I say, how vulnerable you bikers are by 'us' car drivers who often pay little attention to bikes.
    The flow, rhyme and emotion here are as usual great. Your poems are always a pleasure to read.

    Take care

    Michael

  • 14 years ago

    by Courageous Dreamer

    This gives me goosebumps and brings tears to my eyes.. what a touching write. Literally leaves me speechless.. JP is lucky to have a friend like you.

    5/5. Temps.

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