To My Dear Ones

The poem below arrived in my inbox from Tony Brown's sister, Libby, a few days ago and she has graciously given permission to share it with you.    Libby uses poetry as a release just as I do this blog.  I am thankful she shared this wonderful poem and hope you like it too...because it was written for people like YOU!

Libby signed off her email by saying:
"Your blog is a wonderful release. I have used poetry for mine. I'll attach one for you as I know that you are one of my dear ones, too. I totally relate to the response of your friends and family as I have experienced such incredible blessings, also. I figure as this old lady that used to care for me when I was little, Aunt Hattie,  used to say "Ya reaps what ya sews". Let the love flow - its the greatest comforter and perhaps healer, too.

Meanwhile, we are having a wonderful time in Baja at our new casa. We have 5 of us here now and another 10 arriving between today and the weekend, then another 2 next week. Busy making memories and LIVING in the present."


Sending a big loving hug to you,
Libby


Hope the poem touches you as it did me.


To My Dear Ones

You know who you are.

You are the ones

who hold me close

in your hearts,

whose tender hugs

transcend my fears

into the loving light

that builds my strength.

You are the ones

who help me find peace

in my war against a disease

that hides sheepishly

in my bones.

You are the ones

with whom I dance

and share the music and laughter

that fills my soul with joy.

Your acts of love and kindness

lift my spirit  to climb great heights,

mountains steep and fierce, yet tackled

with the unyielding support of camaraderie

infused with hope and passion.

When in the night I cannot sleep,

I invite you in.

Thoughts of you and memories I cherish

bring me comfort

and fill the darkest recesses

of my mind.

And as the mystery of this life unfolds

I journey forth with a lightness in my step,

and a smile upon my face,

as I am certain

I will never walk alone.

And so it is,

with gratitude and a humble heart

I say thank you,

my dear ones,

for being by my side.

Libby Whaley

February 2009


(Couldn't say it any better!)

PCQ