Encouragement

Bravery comes from within your soul
Where the core of your strength resides
Your courage is in the shelter that protects you
So heroically ~ you reflect life in sunshine
In admiration, I applaud you Janelle
Facing life’s challenges with so much grace
Amazed at the courage your smile portrays
As you stare down Cancer’s ugly face
So many would just crumble and weaken
Would deteriorate and fall apart
I’m sure you have had your moments
When your world seemed cold and dark
When the darkness comes to suffocate your light
When you are tired and feeling so alone
Know that God only gives you as much as you can bear
And with Him, you are never alone
I haven’t kept in touch ~ and have since relapsed
From a friendship that could have blossomed with age
Forgive me for not being there for you
I have no excuses ~ (only distance and old age)
If nothing else, Janelle I pray for you
I care for what you face every day
As you somehow deal with this crippling nightmare
May pieces of sunshine drench your face
I pray for relief from this seemingly torture
I will pray for light to touch your soul
I honor your strength and dignity
May God be with you ~ make you whole