Weep not grandfather

For my great grandfather

Weep not grandfather
I'll dry your eyes.
With soft touch
And love
with sweet embrace

My hand felt your tears
They soak into my skin
And our eyes meet
I know you're still here

They tell a story
those hazel gazers
Of your finest memories
And I am humbled

Weep not grandfather
Nor be ashamed
at what your body could not overcome
There is still strength in your heart
Let me shelter you from bitter
As you have done for me
And kiss your salty tear stained cheek