Tara and Josh Berendes

Poem for Tara, by Alexandra Linscott

Tara,
Thoughts of you make us ache with the anticipation,
Of your someday laughter,
Though we may rest assured,
That Christ whispers gently to your soul,
With more love than we could ever hope to express

The Father holds you close to His bosom,
Stroking your face with his hand,
His eyes watch each small miracle,
That occurs inside you

You are Christ’s Beloved,
His rare flower,
Beautiful,
Radiant with charisma and depth,
Sweet the aroma of each petal of your character

Even as you sleep,
Christ shines brilliantly through you,
And we are reminded of,
The grace with which you live,
The compassion of your heart,
And your deep love for your God

Christ shows his mercy through you,
As we watch your dear husband’s unshakable devotion,
Your parents’ strength and hopefulness,
And the faithfulness of your friends in prayer

Though heartbroken at this sudden trial,
And astonished at our flower’s slumber,
We will rise up together,
To praise God for each small miracle,
The opening of your eyes,
Each sweet smile,
Praying each day,
For your someday laughter

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