Ray of Hope

He happened upon us Like an answer to a prayer. He was a fairly quiet man; Friendly, personable and caring, Never too loud or outspoken. He was exactly what we all needed. He was our shining Ray of hope. He was not a large man; Just slightly taller than my mother. But he loved her, And us as well, With a heart that should have been Impossible to contain Within the confines Of the even the largest human body. He re-taught our family the concept Of true, endless, unconditional love. He gave of himself freely Whether it be money for an evening out, Good advice in times of uncertainty and strain, The clothes off his back for those in need Or a shoulder to lean on when someone was weary. Unfairly was he ripped from us Only eighteen months after coming to us. All who knew him mourned with us. His memory is one we cannot forget. His lessons and his love Go with us in all our journeys. He was and always will be Our shining Ray of hope.