My dad was huge Twins fan, and he suffered with dementia for the last 8 years, and he passed away last Christmas. I put down some of what I have been thinking about. And I hope baseball romantics like me can find some joy in it. Opening Day by Spencer Legred The warm sun comforts you On this very first day And you pause to remember Maybe it’s family Maybe it’s friends And if you’re like me Maybe it’s Dad Yes, on this day of rebirth On this day of new life Your mind cannot shake Those in the great by and by Yes, today is a ball game Not bound by space and by time As we gather on this same beautiful day We do so much more than just play a game We have gathered for generations In war and peace In sickness and health The dates may change But humanity 60 feet, 6 inches This very first day All, all remain the same So on this very first day, we stop And for one eternal new day Love the game both past and present As we gather with loved ones Past, future, and present On this day of communion This Opening Day There’s angels in the outfield And Dad’s there today -Spencer Legred
