Why don't you speak out loud instead of living in your head

My Butterfly

This was written for my best friend who passed away

They say that time heals all wounds,
that one day this feeling will fade.
A precious life that ended too soon.
another name etched in gray.

I asked God to give me a sign,
a way to know that you are okay.
What he gave me was a butterfly,
which stayed with me that sunny day.

You walked with me along that path,
I knew that I was not alone.
It was a moment I wished would last,
but off you flew to your new home.

It has been five months since I saw your face,
years of memories fill my mind.
A part of my heart never replaced,
peace and comfort I hope you find.

I think of you everyday,
and how I could not say goodbye.
I wish that you were here to stay,
but for now you'll be my butterfly.