Lyle, your positive ways were things that really attracted me to you.
Your words meant something and it was affirmed you stood by what you said.
How blessed to know that you loved me as you did while here on the earth.
How more blessed is the time now for I have felt the love that you have for me even today.
You are the epitome of someone most special to all who knew you.
It is regrettable that you are no longer among the living but will be alive forever one day.
I thank and bless the Lord for us coming to know the other.
You lift me up; when I am down, as a brother and friend.
Having you as my brother and friend is so very special and loving.
Thank you for all the things you did for us while you were alive.
Thank you for building me up today with you being inside of my heart.
May you know I will cherish you as the days go by and will keep you; in my heart always.
Love you, Lyle, and thanks for loving me.
(© Poeticbearlovestowrite 2014)