She had a certain zest for life
Every time she took a breath
She took it not for granted
The time that she had left
Her spirit shown quite brightly
She was always filled with glee
She gave me new perspective
For the life I choose to lead
She refused to fade away
To leave without a fight
She was strong willed and feisty
Despite her uphill plight
The way she left was peaceful
On a solemn winters day
She closed her eyes and went to sleep
Yet her spirit still remains