for John Prine RIP

when you wake up on the other side
remember us as family
even though were we not related
all those words pouring through
your emotions
your humor
your love
how can I repay you?
you changed my life, you know
you helped me see the light
in the work that was chosen for me
if I had the right joke
I would write it
but I don't
all I have is thank you
and proof of what you mean to me