I regret to inform you

Of your family’s passing

They wondered and sent their well wishes

But upon their last hour

They wished you were there to send your prayers

Tears were shed

On this dark day

Rain covered the windows

And the family’s wails screamed

Heartbreak

Black brought down the mood

And daisies filled vases

Everyone sobbed

All along there were

Tear streaked faces

The littlest girl

Was remember fondly

Stories were shared

And they grieved the brother driving recklessly

The car had fallen

Off the side of the cliff

They were heading on vacation

A road trip

Before they left

They told me to let you know

The loved you

And on the road

That they would call you

And send you pictures

Make sure you were included in their

Grand adventure

But alas,

It became lucky you didn’t go

Do you wish to send them a letter

Finally visit your family back home?

You thought yourself

Too high and mighty

Because you made it out of that small town

And worked your way up

Into the big city

The still remembered you,

Bragged anytime someone came by

Saying,

“You know my daughter, my prize?”

“She’s a big time actor, lives in NYC”

“Look at this cover, she’s on the front page of the Vogue magazine!”

And they still prayed for you

Every time they went to church

Always saved a seat for you at

Christmas dinner

Hoping you’d return

They never held any grudge

Never any anger

Only wished the best for their

Child,

Their beautiful daughter.

Visit their grave, love

You’ll regret it if you don’t

Trust me love

Go and find closure

So you can enjoy the next chapter.