A True Hero

In Loving Memory of Eliza

The Olympic torch was passed on to you
On the early morning of December twenty-sixth.
You held it high and ran with honor,
For you had returned to the finish line once again.
You won battle after battle and you beat the odds.
Dearest Eliza, you are a true hero!
Your family is filled with sorrow, to see you leave so soon;
Yet you lived more fully in those seventeen years, than many will ever do.
And through the sorrow there is one thing we all know for sure.
You lit up our lives more than you'll ever know.
And it's not only so, because of your strength or wit- it's because,
While your heart was ailing, your determined and lovable spirit continued to give.
And I have no doubt that you will continue to do so.
For although your heart is no longer beating, your words and love will live on.
Thank you for the memories.
Glow, beautiful, like you always did and forever into eternity will do.

Until we all meet again, our cheers and tears will speak your name proudly. For we are all happier having known you.

With Love and Gratitude, Kimberly