Beautiful Legacy

I see ornaments from my childhood on the Christmas tree

And I can’t believe you are gone.

I see gifts you gave the boys

And I can’t believe you are gone.

I hear you say “Hi, dear” as you did every time I called

And I can’t believe you are gone.

I see your photograph on my dresser; I can almost hear you laugh

And I can’t believe you are gone.

But then I remember, you are not gone

You live on in us all!

In the happiness of your children

As they enjoy their lives;

In the strength of your grandchildren

As they forge their own paths;

In the smiles and laughs of your great-grandchildren

As they learn about the world.

You have taught us all so much.

How to live life to the fullest;

How to be confident and courageous in times of strife;

How to look for the good in everyone;

How a good education can open any door;

How hard work leads to amazing results;

And how family is the most important thing in the world

I will always cherish this beautiful legacy you have given us.