I saw my father, in silhouette

I saw my father, in silhouette — on the wall.

It's been 50 years, since i'd seen him — that tall.

He said; I came to see you — tonight.

He said; it just seemed — right.

I said; hello dad, please don't — fall.

I said; it is good to see you — glad you called. 

I can only stay for a short while — he said.

You look good my son, sitting on the bed.

With frosted eyes; he stared —  for a time.

He said; don't be frightened - I said; I'm fine.

He asked; where's your brother — my son John.

Dad I said; do you not remember, he's gone.

Gone; the word, stuck on his tongue — gone so young.

Dad I said; John went with you — you went together.

Dad I said; I love you and John, love you both —  forever.