BEAUTIFUL GIFTS

Throughout my life, I
Have received many
Gifts from family and friends.
I was thankful they thought of me.

All were special, as were
The people who gave them.
There are a few that stand out
In my mind as precious gems.

The main gift came when
I was 10, and one I treasure.
I was baptized and accepted
Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior.

The next few gifts may sound
Like the same thing each time--
But they were also different, and
I'm proud to say they're mine.

I was able to help my Mom
Take care of my Grandma as
Alzheimer's came and slowly took her
Away.  Leaving us memories of what was.

I helped Mom take care of
My father until we couldn't do
It at home anymore.  We were
There at the end--I'm sure he knew.

I am now taking care of Mom, the
Best that I can.  She's had
Some adjustments--they're a work
In progress, it makes her sad.

These gifts were heartbreaking,
Exhausting emotionally and
Physically too.  But I'm proud they
Could count on me to lend a hand.

Each person has gifts that
Are dear for different reasons.
Trust is a big one for me--it lasts
A lifetime in every season.