Courage and Saintly Grace

Letter To A Dying Friend What I saw of you at the meeting on Saturday was very different from what I heard said about you on Sunday night. I think not that anything had changed, but I rather sense that you have chosen to look well without regard to your feeling. I was touched by such saintly grace. Though wounded, you are a brave warrior. Though stricken and afflicted, you are one fighting soldier. You are an inspiration to all who know and love you. When ever I should face any test or trial; Or if ever I am hit by a massive storm; Or if ever the creek rises and the river overflows its bank; Or if the flood waters of life pour into my soul, and my heart is overwhelmed; Or if ever I am assaulted by sickness or disease; Or if there is no cure for what ails me; Or if the earth should quake beneath my feet; Or if everything seems weary, worn, and weak; Or if I am in the last stages of life, and all earthly hope for my recovery is lost; May I look as good as you, even if I’m not feeling well. May I, although feeling like death, like you, show up for life. May I like you, keep on inspiring others. May I like you, keep on giving and giving. May I like you, though dying, keep on living. 08122013 PS Contest, What Courage Means To You, John Hamilton