Richly Blessed - A Tribute

It's not so easy finding words to honor someone loved so much,
someone who is treasured, someone with that special touch.
Whose life has been so rich and full, and been a shining, guiding light.
Whose hands, though soft and gentle, do things with all their might.

Call a lonely friend, and let them know you care.
Make bread and buns and muffins because you love to share.
Send a card, send an email, you know the one, from grandmapyle.
Words that bring encouragement and healing, that's her style.

She always thinks of others, such a natural way to share her joy.
Young or old, man or woman, friend or stranger, girl or boy.
Her love of friends and family, her love of God, are very clear.
She knows to share His perfect love shows others He is near.

She's woven gold and silver threads through seasons and through time.
Her prayers and faith and thankfulness, so beautifully expressed in rhyme.
She stands in awe of nature, of the grandeur of creation.
She sees within a lovely flower the promise of salvation.

She sees the poignant beauty that's hidden in a trial.
She knows the soothing comfort of kind words and a smile.
In her long life, she's learned of joy. She's also learned of sorrow.
She knows the weaving of the two prepares us for tomorrow.

Though now she needs a steady hand to stand and walk along,
her faith and trust and hope in God have never stood as strong.
She knows whatever happens, she'll trust in God for He knows best.
We thank you, Lord, for Alvah Pyle, for through the richness of her life,
our lives have all been richly blessed...


c 2008 B Philp