0800 HRS 4th October 2009

At the break of dawn,

on 29 Sep 09,

Dad was gasping

for breath.

Mum rushed him

to the hospital.

On the ambulance,

Mum remained

by his side

all the time.

Dad gave a loud grunt

his usual way of

calling out for Mum.

Mum comforted him,

its okay, we're going

to the hospital,

see the doctor,

and the doctor

will take good care

of you.

Just a little while more,

you'd be fine.

Dad closed his eyes

peacefully,

and never woke again.

It was his way

of saying goodbye

to his wife

of 51 years.

Up to the end,

the Leader of the band