Death is Not a Goodbye

On one cold January day,

God took you to his side,

And made your soul an angel,

As I looked on and cried.

I understood his purpose,

To relieve you of your pain,

And even though it hurts me still,

I will see you again.

It gives me relief to know,

Your hurt and pain are gone,

To know your soul is resting,

Helps me carry on.

I send my prayers to heaven,

And my love to you,

In hopes that you are happier,

In the place you have gone to.

And now when I see you,

In your glory,

A tear comes to my eye.

But it’s only now,

That I realize,

Your death is not a goodbye.

By Sarah Yeries

7th Grade