The news was a devastating shock…
Fran’s was approaching the final hour of his inner clock.

In the midst of our despair…
He designed a “memorial stone” I could wear

2.25 carat set in gold…
For which the jeweler created a mold.

And created a glider…very chic
And unique.

He did not spare a cent…
On his. ..for me… last present.

He gave it to me on the day we knew each other 15 years…
A timespan of pure bliss with only sporadic tears.

Now we faced saying good bye…
Knowing he soon would die.

He hoped if I would wear it often …
My sorrow would soften .

Wearing his “memorial stone” lights up my face
Because I feel his sweet embrace.