Farewell

Farewell, my friend

Cancer has consumed your body.

Soon you'll be only a memory here,

But you will live forever - somewhere.

Be faithful to the end, dear friend,

Lavished in God's grace.

I stoop to kiss you one last time,

Your weakened lips whisper - Goodbye!

I'm looking forward to the Eternal Day

When we can share and enjoy more fully

With none of earth to hinder us.

Yes, rooted in the Timeless One,

Our friendship will not die and wither,

But blossom fuller, sweeter,

"Over There."

"See you in the morning,

My precious friend."

("Tea Leaves" adapted from Jo Weaver & Joanna Birky)

This was sent to Rena from our pastor's wife following the death of Rena's best friend. Rena sang to Bobbi and held her until she left this world last Saturday night. I believe her last words were, "Look up." Not sure what she saw, but it must have been worth looking at.