Clarity of heart,
strength of spirit,
alacrity of mind,
pureness of intent.

So much love,
I can't comprehend,
the sweetness of her soul,
so much love,
it brings me shame.

Despite poor circumstance,
a bulwark to the storm,
a guardian angel,
she loves everyone.

Celestial bound,
no heaven too high,
she always asks the right questions,
but never asks why.

God first,
family second,
I cannot resent,
I cannot fight it,
the principles she represents.

Charity,
because of her,
that's all there is for me in this life,
hardship,
she can handle it,
surgery wasn't kind,
her body is fragile,
but she doesn't mind.

She held me as a child,
she holds me still as an adult,
love without limit,
I like to think that she'll hold me,
even as I die.