Poem #115 - For a Friend

A dear friend is going through chemotherapy now. She has a wonderful positive attitude toward it. I asked the spirit world if they had a poem for her ...

Troubles come in many forms
Such challenges they bring.
And how you handle every test
Is quite a tricky thing.

Do you sit alone and weep?
Or do you cast a smile?
It all depends on attitude
T’ward every little trial.

A sickness is a mighty test,
Especially one so grave.
When cancer courses through the blood
Your life you fight to save.

We notice how you greet the world
With such a cheerful face.
This way of coping is no act;
It’s a special kind of grace.

In your heart we feel your pain
And just a touch of fear.
But know that we watch over you
And that your God is near.

The courage that you show to all
To others it gives strength.
We know that to soothe others
You would go to any length.

But do not fail to give yourself
The same type of special care.
For now you need to rest and know
That love and grace are there.

Rest peacefully when you feel weak.
Don’t try to do it all.
No need to always be so brave.
We will not let you fall.

And in those times when you’re afraid
And know not how to go,
Just call on us and we will send
A soothing inner glow.

This warmth you’ll feel within your chest
Will be a gift from God—
A touch of love to help you through
A gentle, loving prod.

So know that you don’t walk alone.
We’re with you all the way.
May knowing this add to your strength
As you pass through each day.