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.