William G. Hall Obituary

As years pass by the memory of you never fades. A remarkable young man one would never forget. It was an honor to know you and have you part of our family.

As time goes by it does not get any easier that you are no longer with us. We must cherish the precious time we had with you. Always thinking if you.

Keep sleeping..... we will see you soon

Hello

Happy Birthday! Today, June 3 the family gathered to celebrate Uncle Howard's "home going ".
It was a beautiful service, his 8 children gave the eulogy. One by one they shared memories of their dad's life as well as his trust and love for the word of God. As you can imagine uncle Howard's passing was most difficult for all of us, but especially for mom. Uncle Howard was the last of her siblings... in a settle way, she feels alone. Don't misunderstand me, mom has her children, grandchildren, family, church family and friends surrounding her; however, something about losing a sibling, not to mention all your siblings is most difficult.... I know the feeling, missing you daily! Again happy birthday

Your memory will always be with me, because love never dies, but lives on in those that remember!

March 30, 2008.... a date that will forever remain buried in my heart. Nine years later, the footsteps and laughter of your children celebrates your life.

We will never forget. You created memories that will last forever. March 30th will always be a day of reflection. We will always miss you.

Kathie
Seattle, WA

Yesterday made 9 years.. I celebrated your life yesterday instead of being sad.. you truly are missed..

Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Always in my heart

Forever in our hearts, our minds, and our fond memories.

It's been 8 years and although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow.... by looking back on memories it comforts my tomorrows!

I know you are kicking it up in heaven... I think of you often...

On this Thanksgiving Day.......I am thankful for the 38 years that you were in my life.

Your sacrifice I will never forget.. You are missed...

Gone but never forgotten. You will always be remembered my brother.

During our lives as brother and sister I took our time together for granted. Now that you're gone it's the memories that I will always cherish...

The loss is still painful.. I know you are okay now... I miss you and thank you for your sacrifice. You ll live forever in my heart

Today while speaking with a colleague I decided to look for a picture on Facebook and I came across a post which informed of Capt Halls passing. I served with him in Kings Bay Georgia. He was a good man! A great Marine! And I will never forget your humble demeanor and even character, Sir! Rest In Peace!

I have been reading this Guest Book for seven years, and am very touched by the loving messages left here by LTC Hall's family and friends. It is good to know LTC Hall continues to live on in the hearts of many. I did not know LTC Hall personally, but was sending care packages to his group while they were deployed overseas. Thank you, LTC Hall. The sacrifices you, and your family, have made for our country will always be remembered.

Seven years gone by, yet it only seems like yesterday we received this terrible news. Always remembered, always loved, always missed....

Seven years ago today (March 30, 2008) is a date that I will always remember. Wow 7 years... It feels like only yesterday that you came home to visit. Mom is doing well, she occasionally express how much she misses you. Your girls are are blossoming into fine young girls. Zee is remarkable. When it comes to multitasking her time between Xander, Tia and Gladys she takes the prize for juggling her time letting them know that they are all special to her. Margie, Tamera, Sharron, Pat, and others are all doing well, we all miss you and eventhough you have moved on, we still hold on to the memories.

I thought about you today ... The memories were good!

Xiomara, I am so sorry for your loss and I hope you and the kids are doing good. William was an awesome man and he loved you all very much. I've thought of you all since hearing the horrible news of your loss. It's hard to believe how much time has passed since you all left Powder Springs. May you find strength and blessings in all you do.

You will always be remembered.

I couldn't have said it more eloquently. I feel like the pain of our loss will never go away. We all lost a fine young man, a great Marine Officer, and an outstanding human being.

Six years ago today, a knock on the doors of two family members changed our lives for ever. And even though it has been 6 years, it feels like yesterday that we were walking and talking with you. Nevertheless, it has been 6 years and during that time, we continue to experience life changes. Your girls are growing and are beautiful.... on the inside and outside. The boys are at an age where they are trying to map out their lives as they develop into fine young men. Zee is doing an awesome job, loving and providing for your children. I believe its those moments when you smile down at her that she picks up strength to keep going. Mom and uncle Howard are the glue that's holding the Berry family together. There are times that mom exhibits your absence and during those moments, she turns to her faith. Your sibling Margie, depending on the subject, she becomes emotional when your name is mentioned and quickly changes the subject; she is still taking baby steps but she is moving forward. As for me, I'm doing well. I still feel the emptiness of your presence and even though I can not physically see you, or touch you, the memories of our fun-times travel with me daily and that makes me smile.

Remembering you this 2013 Christmas season!

I think about you often. Wow how life changes. You leaving this world so soon is still a tough thing to deal with. You are missed and loved.

In memory & honor of Lt. Col William Hall. I will always be indebted to him for his service and sacrifice.

Will, it's been a few years since I met you for the 1st time at Capt. Reyes retirement ceremony. I want you to know that I have always prayed for your safety and for God to protect you. I know that he took you from us early but I also know that he needed you more than we did. I look forward to the day that we meet again and I can shake your hand once more and tell you how blessed I was to have met you. May God always keep you in his mind and give your family the peace of mind they deserve. Simper Fi.
Sgt. S.J.Gonzalez
U.S. Army

To a great man it was my honor to have known you. Now so many many years later my son is a candidate for the early commissioned officers program, it's my prayer that he will be as great an officer to his men as you were to yours. Your strength, courage, and commitment is second to none. Simper Fi, my dear friend.
Christine (Vitela) McHenry

Five Years (5), feels like
yesterday, the memory of your smile lives on.

Lois (your sister)

Five years since you left us, but your memory is ageless. We still miss you and love you, and think of you everyday.

With loving thoughts.

Miss you (Capt Hall) I know you picked up but you were my Capt thru thick n thin!!! You were a daaam awesome inspiration to me and I give you credit along with the other inspirational men I knew in my life for my career and life. Thank you and miss you!!! SEMPER FI
YEMX

Hi Billy, I was just online and you ran through my thoughts so I decided to send a note letting you know I miss you and was having memories. The girls are doing great, Tia is a carbon copy of you and Gladys, what can I say, even though she was so young when you left, she talks about you like it was yesterday. Mom is doing well and Margie is still Margie. As for the rest of the family, Uncle Howard lost his wife, Aletha and Todd is slowing down, however, he stills runs the house. Well that all for now and always remember that you are truly missed.

March 30, 2012
To the family and friends of Lt. Col. William G. Hall:
Always remembering William. "Some gave all."

Four years, and it seems like yesterday I received the devastating news. You are in my thoughts daily and it will be like that for the rest of my life. You will always be a special member of my family.

Hey Will, your memory lingers on not just around the anniversary of your passing but because of the great human being you were. From time to time I will just remember the great time we had with others who shared the experiences with us together. You're truly missed man

It has been 4 years since you went to be with the Lord. I know you are in a better place. I cherish all of our memories. You will always have a special place in my heart.

Just a short note.... in a few days it will be 4 years since you left and moved to higher grounds. I want you to know that we still miss you as though it was just yesterday. Know that even though you are not physically with us, your memory remains in our hearts and your sprit surrounds us daily.

Love your sister Dolores (Lois)

Semper Fi, will always remember

My heart is so heavy today as I have just learned of the loss of an old friend from Kings Bay. I have often wondered if William was ok but, i have always been too scared to look for fear of what i might find. I guess I already knew in my heart. It is so wonderful to see the picture of Will's life, kids and wife and to know that he had found that joy here on earth. Simper Fi my friend.

Hi Billy, Terry and I just returned from visiting Zee and the kids and we had a great time. Zee showed me the room where your medals and keepsakes are kept and Xavier and Tia gave Terry and I a tour of the house, this was our first visit. Meanwhile Gladys gave me a private tour of her bedroom and her bathroom. It was good seeing them and even thou your presence was missed, your memory is alive and will always be with me.

Love, your sister Lois

RIP sir.

Dear Friend,
About a year ago, I googled your name just to see where you were, as we haven't talked in so very long. I was devastated to learn the news. I wanted to reach out to your mom/sisters and even to Zio - just to let them know that my heart went out to them and how sorry I was to learn of their loss. But, after writing the letter(s), I just couldn't send them. Will, I think about you often and I will never forget you.

The world will never be the same for me or others that had the privledge of knowing you. It has been 3 years and 1 day ago feels like yesterday. Papa Lurenzo just went to heaven March 11th tell him I miss him so much.

I was the CACO officer from Seattle, who had the duties of informing Will’s Mother and Sister’s of his passing. I pray for you and Will each and every day. I am in Afghanistan right now and was undable to post anything until today. I did however have a chance to visit Will at Arlington in January of 2010. I will always carry his story with me. You’re Bother-in-Arms.
~ LtCol William (Wes) Souza

It was 3 years today, that I received a call from Zee informing me that you would not be coming home. And 3 years later, I still can't believe that you're gone. I want you to know that mom and Margie, along with all the family and friends, not to mention your wife and children, miss you dearly. Mom informed me last week that Tia and Gladys would be coming to spend the Summer with us, I'm looking forward to spending time with them. I want you to know that they are well mannered good children, Zee is doing a good job raising them as a single parent. Gladys is constantly reminding people that her daddy is in heaven. Even though she was such a young age when you left, she still talks about you to everyone she meets. So much as happened since you left, so many changes have taken place and even though it's been 3 years, I can see your face as though it was yesterday. So on this anniversary date (March 30 2011), I want to say, you are missed; and your smile remains in my heart.

William on this 3rd anniversary of such a devastating loss, you are loved, honored and never forgotten.

To the family and friends of Lt. Col. William G. Hall:
Please accept my remembrance of William on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

To The Family of Lt Col William G Hall,
A family to a family. Know that William's sacrifice for this nation will always be remembered. I know that the time passes by but the pain of loss in our hearts remains. We thank you for giving such a brave soul to give the ultimate sacrifice specially for the oppressed. Thank you William and May God keep your family strong and May God comfort them when they are sad.
Parents of KIA Sgt Christian B Williams
USMC Al-Anbar Iraq

To the family of Lt. Col. William G. Hall:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.

Hey Uncle I miss you... Sometimes I find myself googling you on the internet reading things about you I didn't even know... I am proud to be your niece...I have such a hard time dealing with death... and I cry sometimes because I don't know how to grieve.... I don't want you to think I don't care... I hope you are watching me... I love you and miss you.. P.S. Say hello to papa for me... I miss you both like crazy..

Cousin Billy I remember you today and every day for what you have given to us. We miss you.
Terri Berry

God bless your family.

Devil Dawg:

Keep an eye on Sergeant Major Robert Cottle (USMC-LAPD), who God has chosen to join You so close to the Second Anniversary (sic) of that fateful day.......

Semper Fi,
"Major Pain"

William, although it's been two years, the pain of your loss feels like yesterday. I know God is taking good care of you. I think of you often. As so many others whose lives you have touched, I love you, miss you, and will never forget you....

Remembering you on this day marking the anniversary of your passing. So many family and friends that love and cherish you.....I reviewed the copious notes that I took during this time with the intent to share with your children at some point in the future. I came across Psalm 23 that was read at Arlington National and share here:

~ The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
~ He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
~ He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
~ Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
~ Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
~ Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

My love and prayers to your mom, sisters, wife, children, and everyone whose life you touched. Your memory lives in our hearts and minds.

Semper Fi and God Bless!

To the family and friends of Lt. Col. William G. Hall:
Remembering William on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

I come back to visit this site often and when I saw that my previous entry was not recorded, I was hurt. I entered one just days after Will's entry was placed on this site. I had the privilege of serving with Will in Okinawa. Never expecting to see him in Fallujah, where he again greeted me with that bright smile, a hand shake and told me to be careful. I will forever remember you my brother. To the Hall family, know that we are family and I hope to share your company someday in the future.
God Bless each of you!

Words cannot express the depth of loss felt by the news of that cloudy morning of 30 March 2008. You have been dearly missed. I recall the immediate days following how are son would point to a man in uniform in the corner saying “daddy.” Yet no one was there. You and Derrick look quite stunningly similar in uniform so how could he not think it was his daddy. Children can see things we do not as adults. Of course, it was a bit disturbing and surreal since Dominic and I were alone that night, but later brought a smile thinking of you as a guardian angel. The skeptic that I was changed through the eyes of our son; I was glad that I was present when these occurrences happened so that I could share them with your dear friend and wife.

I know you and Derrick were the closest of friends from Oki to Kings Bay to San Diego and, yet, I feel that I only started to know you once you were gone. One of the last pictures I have is of you sitting at our table in thought making that face you make with your lips pursed together as Gladys poses as only she can and Xavier in the background looking on. It was Dominic’s 2nd birthday. A lifetime ago and yet seems like only yesterday.

I am honored to have been a part of your family’s life and the healing process – Xavier, Xander, Tia and Gladys posing with Chesty at 8th and I; watching my husband share his memories with your mom and sisters; Dominic and Gladys hand-in-hand walking at the beach; the Halloween party at our house complete with rub-on tattoos and Tia wanting hers on her lower back, Xio assisting, and Derrick shaking his head that Will would never approve; and training, running and watching your wife complete her first Marine Corps Marathon in your honor…..

You have truly touched my life as you have so many others. As Thomas Campbell wrote in “Hallowed Ground,” “To live in hearts we leave behind / Is not to die.” Yes, you will forever be remembered, Will. I carry your story with me. Thank you.

My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Semper Fi!
Leticia “Tish” Jones (wife of Major Derrick L. Jones)

Will, I miss our times together, beginning at 29 Palms in '94. I recall your fun-loving and hard-working attitude together with your selfless spirit being a great example to others. I pray that God Rewards you in His Special Way and that he Blesses Your Family Now and into the Future.
Your Friend & Brother in Christ,
Alan Ricketts (a.k.a. Scurvy)
Semper Fi!

Rest in peace brother. You are missed. I still remember TBS and also hanging out with you in San Diego.

LtCol Winston Jimenez

im so sry. i did everything i could for you and im also sry that i told you that you would be okay....its been over a yr since the IED and there itsnt a day that goes by that i dont think about yu andif i could have done something different.i hope to meet you again some day. Rest in Peace sir

My deepest sympathies to Will's family. I was trying to track down old Marine Corps friends and I learned of Will's passing in my search. This horrific news is shocking - I can't believe it. I served with Will in 29 Palms, California then Okinawa. He was a great friend and a wonderful person. He had a shining personality and a big heart. What a hero and leader for Marines, family, and Americans. I'm in shock - I can't believe what I just read in the past few hours, and I apologize for adding this entry so long after his passing.

I see that Craig Doty is included an entry as well. If anyone knows how I can contact Craig or anyone else who knew Will please let me know.

Semper Fi

Mike Blake ([email protected], 617-470-0244)

Hey Billy,
I was on the family website today and I saw it is your birthday. We will reflect on the life you lived and remember you this day and everyday.
Cousin Terri Berry

Mis oraciones y pensamientos siempre estan contigo y los nenes, para mi Sobrina Xiomara. Tu tio que siepre te quiere, Mike

Dear Cousin---I am taking this time to write and say that you are truly missed on this earth. I remember the fun times I had rummaging through your room and looking at all your trophies when I was a little girl and would visit your house. Now that you are gone, whenever I see a poster or TV commercial advertising the Marines, I think of you. I think of your unwavering courage and commitment to your men and your country. I am proud to say that I not only knew you, but that I am related to you. I saw your smile once again upon the wall of WA State Fallen Soldiers when I stopped by a WA State Congressman's office while picking up my Inauguration tickets in Washington, DC, this past January when we inaugurated President Barack Obama. I just received my Masters of Organizational Management and your hard work and commitment inspired me to complete my degree. You will always be in my heart.

FIRST I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THAT THE WORLD IS A LESSER PLACE WITHOUT LTCOL HALL. HEVEN ON THE OTHER HAND IS BETTER. I HAD THE PLEASURE OF SERVING WITH THEN CAPT HALL AT KINGS BAY. HE WAS A TRUE LEADER AND ONE THAT I LEARDNED A-LOT FROM. SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. SEMPER FI.

Sir,
I had the pleasure of being your Doc when you checked into the PJCC -TT in Iraq. For the short time we were living in the same area at the Govonor Center and getting to meet you the impact you had on me was so great. I still have a hard time coming to the reality that its been a year already. I still think of you and your leadership, and the friendship we started. I hope heaven has a place for us to go deep sea fishing so we can share more tall tales.

Hi Billy, it's me, Lois.... well guess what.... I met another gentleman and this time I think I finally made the right move. His name is Terry and he a real gentleman. I frequently talk about you to him, telling him how awesome you were as a husband, father and brother and how professional and dedicated you were as a Marine.

Terry retired from the Pierce County Sheriff department. He loves to travel and has taken me on two trips, one to San Diego and guess what, I learned more about fighter jets than I thought I would ever want to know, with that said, I wish you could have met him, he's an interesting and fun individual.

Well it's been over a year and I miss you as much now as I ever have. I thought by now, it would be a little easier, but not so. Cousin Robert died about 3 days before his 70th birthday, if you happen to see him let him know that he too is missed a lot. Well, for now, I will say see you later and know that as long as the book is avaialble, I will continue to update you on what's happening with me. So until next time just know that I miss you sooooo much. Your Sister

William, it can't be a year since I got the call that you were gone. A year, and the pain and loss is as intense as it was that dreadful day. I found some old pictures of you, from one of your vacations, one with you holding a big fish and you had an even bigger smile on your face! Those memories are what I cherish. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and the loss felt by so many. What keeps me going is knowing how much you loved the Marine Corp. Knowing you were living your dream and loving every minute of it. I had the opportunity to see you become that Marine, and that memory is what I will hold close to my heart forever...

To the family of LtCol William Hall - I pray for them and Will each and every day. I was the CACO officer from Seattle, who had the duties of informing Will’s Mother and Sister’s of his passing. Over the following week and a half of working with his family and close friends it was very obvious that he had a wonderful and tight knit foundation of people around him throughout his life. I was grateful to have had the opportunity to meet such an incredibly strong family both spiritually and in character under such conditions. Will, I wear your KIA bracelet. People often ask me what it is when I am traveling, usually in airports. I tell them about you and why it is so important that Marines carry the legacy of our Brothers who have fallen. I will always carry your story with me. You’re Bother-in-Arms. LtCol Wes Souza

You are never forgotten sir. I hope you are watching over all of us and are proud of the things that each and every one of us has accomplished. We miss you every single day.

To the family of Lt. Col. William G. Hall:
William gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. We have you and the kids in our thoughts. Love, Ana & Mikey

Will, I went to Iraq shortly after attending your memorial service at Camp Pendleton. I selfishly had revenge on my mind, but found myself in frustration because I did not know who to attack to gain satisfaction. I soon realized that it would not bring you back. I miss you man. Everytime Taps is played, I cry because it reminds me that you are no longer with us. This war became real to me when we lost you. I still have plenty of good memories of our time together in Okinawa. You were a great man. I will never forget you.

I loved that "Black History" entry. One of the most - humbling experiences ever for me, was while at a church in Orange County, CA, a Montford Point Marine asked permission to touch my Captain's Bars, because He had never seen a Black Marine Corps Officer.

As one who appeared over the radio airwaves here in Los Angeles for more than a decade sharing the little - known History regarding the sacrifices of Blacks in uniform, I never allowed the Memory of The Montford Point Marines (Blacks allowed to Enlist into the Marine Corps - Thanks to Eleanor Roosevelt), to be forgotten.

Today, I am the Administrator for the Facebook Site which honors The Buffalo Soldiers, where I also will not allow the Memory of those Blacks as William G. Hall, who followed after The Montford Point Marines, to be forgotten.....

Semper Fi,
"Major Pain"

Dear Son, each day I think of you, I think of you as though you are off on a Mission. So ofter I want to tell you what's going on and just talk in general the way we use to talk.
As you know this is BLACK HISTORY Month and Sunday, Rev. Manaway's oldest son brought the Message. He spoke on people whom he said had touched his life and Son he called your name to recognize you as a model. I was indeed very pleased.
I still have two calls on my phone from you. Sometimes I just listen
only to hear your voice. You are and always will be a very SPECIAL person. I thank GOD for allowing you to be with us for thirty eight
years. Son, I LOVE YOU.

Hello Billy,

As you know this is Black History Month. Mom received a call inviting us to attend a Black History Tribute of which you and others were being honored. The Tribute was held on February 8... you would have approved the agenda. The honorees were both active and deceased, the building was full. Mom, Margie, Tee, Travion, Sharron, Aunt Alberta, Uncle John and I all attended. Just to let you know how you rank... after showing your picture, the next honoree was our new President, Barack Obama... (the order in which the pictures were viewed was perfect).

I still think about you as though it was yesterday; however, I live today knowing that one day I will see you again. Love You!

Billy,
My thoughts of you are constant and difficult, as tears come to my eyes, when I think of your loss. I try to remember the good that you brought to so many of your family and friends. Todd, Steve and I speak of you often and you will always be missed. A year approaches since you've been gone and I still want to believe you are out there somewhere. You are a very special person who will always be in my heart. We love you. Your cousins,
Carolyn, Todd and Steve.

Devil Dawg:

I look at Your photograph every single time that I sign on to my computer....

Semper Fi,
"Major Pain"

Lt. Col. William G. Hall, What can I say that has not been said at least a few dozen times? I met you on a special day for a special friend's retirement ceremony and in a sec, you became a friend. God needed an Officer at his side and chose you. God bless you and your family and we will meet again. Santos J. Gonzalez U.S. Army

William, I do not think a day goes by that I don't think of you somehow or in some kind of way. Your picture in my office and memories are as fresh as yesterday. You have a piece my heart my dear friend, forever. God Bless!

Hi Billy,
I think of you often. There's a song on a CD in my car that I play often. It reminds me of you every time I hear it. Today, is Inauguration day, and I found myself thinking of you while listening to our President speak. We miss you much. Your smile is contagious. Just wanted to say "hello." Love Cousin Ingrid

I offer my deepest condolences for your loss

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Hi William. You don't know us, but we live a few doors down from your wife and children, and have had the honor of getting to know them in recent months. What a wonderful family you have. I'm sure you are shining down on them ever so proudly. Just wanted you to know how thankful I am every day for my freedom - thank you for giving your life to give me that. I wish I could have shaken your hand and told you myself. Looking forward to the day when I get up there so that I can. I'll give you a great big hug when I do!

Hello Bill, well it's November 16, one day following my birthday. I want you to know that I miss you as much today as I did on March 31. I have a new gentlemen friend now, I think you would like him. We went to dinner on my birthday and the evening was beautiful.

You have probably heard by now that the first Black elected President will take office in 2009. Just like here, I'm sure that all those around you are also excited about the outcome of the election. Mom, Margie, Tee, and Sharron all miss you as well, and when I think of Zee and the kids ... words can not even express the void in their lives. Well, you rest now... and know that we will all be seeing you one day. Love Your Sister Lois

today i am thinking of you and the kids and how much you must miss your husband and friend .william touhed my life and my friends. my thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids.love you all

It's hard to believe you are gone. I have so many memories. I went to visit you this past summer in Arlington Virginia and I still can't believe it. I hate that you couldn't physically witness Barack Obama being voted president. I know you are looking down and smiling. You always said that it would happen one day. I know you loved the Marine Corp and that's how I find comfort. You touched my life greatly along with all of my family. You are truly missed. Rest in peace.
Love

Billy,
On this Veteran's Day I could not help but to think of you. Although we will forever miss you, thank you for your ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
Luv Cousin Terri

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.