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We live much of life amid unique choices. Joy is anchored in The One beyond our life.
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#1086134 added March 28, 2025 at 5:06pm
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My Friend, Doy
I've heard it said some time ago,
"You didn't really lose your friend,
if you know where, that he did go."
Yet, how can I my heart now mend?

But I've lost a part of me these days,
beyond the farthest star he's gone.
What pain he's known in a far-off gaze,
but now he lives the lasting dawn.

The joy-filled man with a mighty smile
would work until all light had fled.
Returning home to rest awhile,
he'd sup with loves as The Word was read.

My words are small to honor one,
who had such a love for God.
He'd shun the praise we lavish on
him. "Always Christ, we ought to laud."

We thank You, Lord, that Doy's now whole,
and hopeful in Your Loving Grace.
The bells for him do present toll,
but joyful, he now sees Your Face.


by Jay O’Toole
on March 28th, 2025


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