My Father Passed Away

My father passed away 
Passed away many years ago 
On this day. 

Memories are all I have 
Thoughts of yesterday 
Whether happiness, laughter 
Or crying in a most sadden way. 

My father was my saviour 
A man of strength 
I loved everyday. 

He had troubles
Complications like we all have 
As we travel thru our lives 
On our way. 

All this he overcame 
Becoming a beacon of light 
On my darkest days. 
~ Patrice  

@ Patrice Clarkson – 2021

Suddenly

Suddenly
in the midst of nothing
something emerges
good or bad, sad or mad
blessed with love or just in love

Suddenly
it’s all that I have.
~ Patrice

@ Patrice Clarkson – 2020

Hope

Hope is all I have
To get me through the day.

Hope that all the bad
Will disappear like yesterday.

Hope I have the strength
To stand tall and say

I am good
I am the best
I am all I need
I will leave the rest.
~ Patrice

© Patrice Clarkson – 2019