Of Goodness and Grace

Just as swiftly as wind can change directions,

my heart can think of you.....and remember,

to store away each moment that we've shared.

For contained in each moment-lies a library of feelings;

and each feeling's purpose is to assist me...

..in forever hearing your laughter,

breathing in your beauty,

and remembering the comfort that is you.

In my life you've anchored my heart,

to a vessel built to weather any storm,

that could travel any course,

and taught life from love's agenda.

I'm so grateful for our journey together...

..and for a God that knew you'd need patience dealing with one, such as I...

..and for one that knew I'd need time to mature, and grow into my soul.

I promise to continue with my life in a manner that would sing the good songs,

caress the truth, and value the light in others.

In the next world, I pray you'll know peace;

knowing full well, that the love you gave...

..taught me to give mine to others...

..and that, in the grand scheme of things,

our lives mattered.

For we ultimately knew true love...

..and grew in the days of goodness and grace,

supplied by our combined spirits,

with the spirit of God.