The loss of a cousin. My eyes filled up with tears as I heard the news. It never occurred to me how much I could lose. I find myself wishing that it wasn't real. Every time I think about it, pain is all I can feel. Tears fall from my eyes; I can barely see, But my heart tells me that he'll always be with me. I'm glad he feels no pain now; he lives in a perfect land. I can still feel the soft touch on my shoulder of his loving hand. I lie in bed and cry at night, And I don't feel any better in the morning light. I will love and miss him forever, Until the day we are again together. Together in that perfect place above, Filled with caring, sharing, and love, But until that day comes--I will wipe my tears away And hope to see him again someday.