Epistolary Poem (Not Revised)

A letter to Heaven

Hey Grandpa Miller, I’m Carlene and I’m one of your grandkids that your kids brought into this world.

I know we’ve never met before, but I’ve heard many things about you from my mom.

My mom wanted me to tell you that Nana brought up great kids, who’ve also brought up awesome grandkids for her.

Were all grown up now, Adam has a kid, while Lescia is making her way through this busy world. Then Austin is starting the college life, while Jake and I are in the college process and senior year. Then Lea, well she’s just in the beginning of high school.

Mom has your picture hanging up in our guest room, people always ask who it is and I go that’s my grandpa; he was a pretty swell guy according to my mom.

I think it’s awesome that you were a Veteran, such a great example to everyone.

It makes me sad that we never got to meet you, you would’ve been so proud of all of us, even your own children.

I know it’s strange to say because you’re in heaven and all, but what is it like up there? Do you miss Nana like she misses you?

I find it incredibly adorable that Nana stayed with you forever, she never fell in love with another man; just you.

I’m not so sure what to say, because I never got to grow up with you in my life, but it would’ve been nice too. At least you’re in a good place.

I always go with mom and Nana to go see you at the cemetery; do you ever hear what they’re saying to you?

Nana always tells me stories about how you kept a good eye on your kids, even when they tried to be sneaky you always caught them.

That’s probably where my mom got her good eye from, she always know when something isn’t right.

How is it in heaven? Is it like how every teacher my whole school career has taught me it is? Or is it the complete opposite?

Well I guess I can stop asking you all these questions since you can’t really answer them. I hope all is well up there.

Just know that everyone down here is doing well, and you haven’t been forgotten by anyone and all of your grandkids know a lot about you.

Your Grand Daughter,

Carlene