Tuesday, June 29, 2010

To Honor You


To Honor You



To honor you, I get up everyday and take a breath.

And start another day without you in it.



To honor you, I laugh and love with those who knew your smile

And the way your eyes twinkled with mischief and secret knowledge.



To honor you, I take the time to appreciate everyone I love,

I know now there is no guarantee of days or hours spent in their presence.



To honor you, I listen to music you would have liked,

And sing at the top of my lungs, with the windows rolled down.



To honor you, I take chances, say what I feel, hold nothing back,

Risk making a fool of myself, dance every dance.



You were my light, my heart, my gift of love, from the very highest source.

So everyday, I vow to make a difference, share a smile, live, laugh and love.



Now I live for us both, so all I do, I do to honor you.


borrowed from Connie F. Kiefer Byrd hwo penned this 
In Loving Memory of her son
 Jordan Alexander Kiefer
8/24/88 – 12/13/05




3 comments:

Kate said...

That's a lovely poem. Love you dearly friend.

Jackie said...

This is my first time here and so blessed by this post! Thanks so much for sharing!

I'm originally a GA gal but now live in AZ.....really miss the South and good Southern cooking, ya'll!!

I'm following along with you now and hope you'll stop by my place for a visit sometime. I love meeting new bloggin' sisters in the Lord!!

Sweet Blessings!
Jackie

Annie said...

What a stirring tribute.

(Hi friend! I haven't been around in a long time but it's great to see you!)