Merry Christmas Papa

The Christmas lights twinkle
and reflect in my tears,
as I suddenly realize
it's been almost a year.

My Papa left us
and his earthly home.
He's off in the heavens
to eternally roam.

But long before leaving
his home here on earth,
we all gained from his values
of pride and self-worth.

So my happy memories
Must dull the pain,
and soothe my soul
'til I'm with Papa again.