For Wenna - Hope for the Future

                            For Wenna - Hope for the Future

                    Try not to measure time in days, dates, years.
                    But in feelings; the essence of a soul held onto
                    For all time.

                    Measure in a capacity for compassion and laughter,
                    Momentary glimpses of hope and realization,
                    Burgeoning into strength and fortitude.

                    Acknowledge the diminishing of despair..
                    However slight.
                    It is a sign that tomorrow can be better.

                    Live each day, expecting surprises
                    Born from courage and resolve,
                    And teaching the value of life.

                    Try not to measure time in days, dates and years,
                    But in moments of love, laughter, happiness and fond memories,
                    And in an ability to withstand desperation and despair.

                    You, above all people, know that life is precious !


        Trish