My Aunt-My Friend

As I look back over time, I find myself wondering,…Did I remember to thank you enough

If you have to ask, maybe you lacked in that regard

So many times, you stood by me when others did not

Yes, I encouraged and supported you when others turned away

You celebrated my success when I was not even sure I had succeeded

Yes, I often saw what you did not; I understood your problems and accepted your defeats

You always believed in me when I did not believe in myself

Please know that as I leave this earthy plain, I am still with you, believing in you

Again, I have to ask. I know I thanked you, but was it enough

Once again, if you have to ask…

I know I don’t get a second chance because your soul is now saying goodbye to your body

But my spirit will always be with you, my love

How will I know you are still with me

When a butterfly brushes gently by, you know it is me assuring you I am free from pain

I am afraid I will let you down in some way

Know that when a flower catches your attention, I am reminding you to appreciate the simple things in life

What if I forget and stop believing in myself and others without you here to remind me

When you hear the rain gently tapping on your window sill, hear my words encouraging you to believe

I have made so many missteps in life and fear there will be more

Remember, you are not your mistakes it is your ability to start again I so admire

I will always hold you in my heart and my mind

I know, and now you must release me to whatever lies beyond

One last word, please

Yes, and then I must go

Please know that I know how lucky I am and how blessed I’ve been

I know, my love, I was more than your Aunt; I was also your friend

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