December Clouds

Iowa farm girl with eyes of brightest blue
So much to us all, we will always miss you
Your smile warmed our lives forever
Your heart as big as the sky
Spirit bright and shining, a light that will not die

Illness could not quench your courage
And death had dare not try

It is hard to let you go
We do not want to say goodbye
But the journey has led to this temporary parting
The promise of eternity lies free
Just beyond those puffy clouds you’d close your eyes to see

May the road and Dad rise up to greet you
And the wind be at your back
Memories of your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren sustain your heart
Be with your true love in heaven, nevermore to part

Remember us all and how much we love you
Stay safe and happy and warm
“Take er easy,” that’s what Rip said
Let him hold you in his arms

Remember us in heaven,
We will see you there again
Mysteries of life will be revealed
And worries of this world will perish then and cease,
When we see you both in paradise,
Rest in peace, mom, rest in peace.


In Memory of my mother -



Died in November, Born in December and laid to rest on December 3, 2005

You will always be in my heart and memory, mom.
November, December, and always.

This poem was read at my mother's burial service, 12 years ago.