Happy Birthday, Grandpa!

You always did what was right, never letting greed in your path
You let no one push you around, your fear they not hath
With God in your heart, and wisdom in your mind
You lived your life to it's fullest, you were brave, you were kind.

Your wisdom was keen, I've seen no one smarter
You were gentle and kind, and as a worker, you worked harder
You were a farmer, this land you worked so selflessly
As a Grandpa, well, I must say, you did splendidly.

You listened to God, His voice you heard gently
You obeyed His will, for that, your reward will be plenty
You did a good job, Grandpa, for that I admire
With lifes little obstacles, with it's sticky quagmires.

I miss you so much, my heart should hurt more
But I know when I die, I'll see you at Heavens door
I had taken for granted, that your life wouldn't be forever
I had taken for granted, that my Grandpa would endevor.

I'll never forget you, I love you so much
Tears come to my eyes, my grief is as such
I wish I had longer on this earth to learn your lessons
But wishing is foolish, I'll just hang on to my questions.

Happy Birthday, Dear Grandpa. You were a kind man
I know God was pleased when you entered His land
Our lives will be empty, forever in change
But in our hearts you will live, always the same.

I miss you, Charles T. Young.

1-18-15
4-07-95