As I Stayed There Motionless

A large crowd waited to come in

So many waiting for their chance when

In that room, quietly, they can their emotions expose

So many different ways, as I laid there in repose

They waved red caps in camaraderie

A sign we once shared the same sporting affinity

Younger generations passed and gently nod thank you

Every one seemingly knowing what we fought so hard to do

Dads brought kids and I heard them say

Ted was one that made the American Dream okay 

Hands came up to foreheads in awkward salutes

Even had old men wearing some undersized suits

Respect came from all walks of life

Eager young couples, an old man with his wife

Many walked slowly into the library, in strong physique

Others came with walkers and wheel chairs and others, weak

There were many who made a cross on their chest

I saw others kissed a crucifix and many of the rest

Over my coffin said a humbling prayer

Numbed me more, still I couldn’t shed a tear

Lion, they said, we know what we must do

Enact those bills you fought for years and with passion too

Set in Law policies like Universal Health Care

So I said Lord, I’ve seen their souls, now I can await them here