The boy and The Moon

"Will i ever reach it, the ball in the sky?"

"Hey, Dad - Can i?"

'I don't know son, can you?'

'A far off shelter'

'No, you will reach it!'

"I will? Okay, Thanks Dad... I'll do my best!"

Hah, thinking back now.... that was quite a dream I had. What was i, Twelve? It's been nearly seven years, and so much has happened. That memory - A painful reminder of the fun I once had with him. Dad, i miss you... this pain in my chest - make it stop.

Why did you go?

I could never find the right time to tell you how much you meant to me. Then I started to grow up, and the years began to fly-by. I reached my teenage years, and i became distant - didn't I? I remember when you would ask me to help you out with something, but I'd brush it off saying i was busy.

"When I'm older I'll be your hero, Dad!"

I hate myself, Dad. You never know what you have until you lose it, huh? You raised me by yourself after mom's passing. I could tell you weren't the same and yet you stood your ground. You nurtured me in her place, fed me, taught me, and helped me turn into the person I am today. You took on two jobs, but you always found time to be there for me. Why is it I only realize this now?

'I'm proud of you'Those words sink so deep into my existence, It's surreal. You were here with me one moment, and the next you were gone. Only one year has gone by, but i still remember the expression you wore on your deathbed, as if asking me - have I done enough yet, Son? Can... i.. go now? Will you be alright without me?

"Dad...."

I couldn't muster the words I had been meaning to say. I gave you a wavering smile, yet you understood.

'I'll be going soon, but i'll always watch over you'

That was the last day I saw you. The last time I talked to you. The last time I heard you. The last time I felt your warmth. The last time I...... I called your name.

And here i am now, standing on this rocky surface. I can say it all now, everything I've wanted to say.

"Dad, i love you. You gave me a future, a shelter, and you took care of me. I know you'll be watching over me, as I venture onward into the world. So, Thank you!"

Your son,From the moon.