The past cannot be undone

Time is ticking on
as I'm lying here
still on my sickbed
without any of you

My life is nearly ended
and when I look back
lots of things passed by
some bad and some good

How I experienced childhood
the swing in the yard
father telling stories
mom baking super cakes

The day that you asked me
with a sensational engagement ring
how we had our children
and then parenting

I did not need much
but liked to work hard
and because of that
I did not see enough

How much you all needed me
at home in my arms
giving you a hug
or read aloud a book

I sure do regret
being so much from home
the work floor I adored more
then you my flesh and blood

Your father has gone already
I am all alone
and it really hurts
not one of you is here

Jet Rood
22-10-2013