Sister

I think of it as a great compliment to be told I look like Denise. It's hard to hear it though. After 9 years of her being gone the place in my heart is still so raw. I think about her often and am reminded of her when Ellie smiles. They both have a dimple on their cheek when they smile. I think as time goes on it gets better. I think most everyone can relate to losing someone they love.
I miss my sister very much. I am lucky to have so many other sister's in my life to help me through this. I will think of her on Sunday, I will be upset. It's a day that doesn't get easier. It's a day that I wish could be done over. That's why I know I will be upset. No matter how much I try to only think of good things, or keep myself busy and not think about it, It will anger me that I get to be here on a day that she can't. She didn't get to see me marry Josh, meet my little girls, or see me as I am today. What I wouldn't give for a hug. A simple but sweet card in her beautiful handwriting. A secret trip together for a tattoo. it's the little things that matter. I love my sister very much. If I can't tell her, then I get to tell you.

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free
I'm following the path God has chosen for me.
I took His hand when I heard him call;
I turned my back and left it all.

I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way;
I've now found peace at the end of day.

If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joys.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss;
Oh yes, these things, I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow
Look for the sunshine of tomorrow.

My life's been full, I savored much;
Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch.
Perhaps my time seems all to brief;
Don't lengthen your pain with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and peace to thee,
God wanted me now-He set me free.

( I'm Free Author: Shannon Lee Moseley.)