Once A Giant Walked The Earth
Not for death! Not for death! But for life among the deathless In ageless, changeless, greener lands Where no stain nor tear can abide Therefrom your labour, you rest, Robed in glory. But on this hallowed spot of Balansa, Lies your mortal remains; Agandin, son of Adaayomah, Loving father and devoted husband. In that hour set with your maker, But unbeknownst to us mortal men, You made your bow in peace and quiet. Read Here: Village Boy Impressions - Father's Epitaph You were the fountain of life The light of hope The captain in life’s ocean, My biggest fan and coach. Under your watchful, caring gaze I raced with the swift Your words of caution Lending motion to my little feet. But in my innocence, I forgot you were my force of gravity. You ceased whilst I was in mid-race Now I have to lift my own foot And bring it down! Alas for me! The blazing sun did set at noon! The eagles stopped in mid-flight The birds quieted in mid-song Even the c