In loving memory of my wife, and our mother, Gloria Brinker.

The angels gathered near your bed

So very close to you.

For they knew the pain and suffering

That you were going through

I thought about so many things

As I held tightly to your hand.

Oh, how I wished that you were strong

And happy once again

But your eyes were looking homeward

To that place beyond the sky

Where Jesus held His out-stretched arms.

It was time to say good-bye

I struggled with my selfish thoughts

For I wanted you to stay

So we could walk and talk again

Like we did - just yesterday.

But Jesus knew the answer

And I knew He love you so.

So I gave to you life's greatest gift

The gift of letting go.

Now my heart will carry memories

Of the love you gave to me

Until we meet again in Heaven

Where the best is yet to be.