On my visit to the wall

I am sorry my brother
That it has taken thirty years for me to visit you
So long that I do not remember your name
Nor do I remember where we met
Or where you died

I remember the night
I remember our talk
And I remember the shot that took your life
Way too young

I remember holding you in my arms
You were gone
Knowing we were shoulder to shoulder
Why were you chosen to die
And not me
And not me

I will never know the answer
But you will live in my dreams
You exist in my life
And you will
Forever

I hope your rest is peaceful
That the violence that separated us
Does not continue to fill your existence
Where ever you are

I will always hold you in my heart and mind
I cannot release you
I cannot rest
You are a part of me
Forever

Rest peacefully my brother
Your life was too short
You deserve the rest
The peace
And the honor you receive at this wall

I honor you
I wish I knew your name
But you are a part of me forever
Rest in peace
Till I can enjoy peace with you
Someday.

Greg
SP5  USAICCV
1999