**for My Good Friend Kay Padgett** Poem by Janis Land Raymer

I remember your smile
so bright and full of love
you gave me a glimpse
of the peace of God's love.

I remember your laughter, comforting words,
your strength,
I wish I had told you
just what your friendship meant.

You're a shining example
of what a lady should be
The peace and love of God
for everyone to see.

I realize how lucky I was
to know you and call you friend
You taught me so much
even at the end.

You taught me about God
how even I can call him friend
You taught peace, courage, and dignity
when our journey comes to an end.

I truly believed God would spare you.
I thought your healing was guaranteed.
But I guess instead of healing,
He wanted you totally freed.

I know I took you for granted,
I thought you'd always be there.
I was too shy
I never told you how much I cared.

At first I was angry at God,
but now I realize I was wrong.
Even though I miss you,
you're not really gone.

Your memory will live on
in our thoughts, hearts, and minds.
When I close my eyes I see youyou're not hard to find.

And I know I'll see you again-
Hear your voice, see your smile.
I'll see you again in our Father's home,
in just a little while.

I love and miss you! Janis


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.Janis Land-Raymer