Be

Let not the sands of time destroy your memory
For it is there that those we love do truly live
When you remember things about them do not hold back
But live them to the full
For that is how we mend our hearts

Be at peace when time allows you
Know that God in all his glory has a plan for you
That though it may not make sense now today
Will burst forth from your heart in all its wonder
And show you that the pain was for a reason

Rain helps beautiful flowers to grow
Tears help beautiful people to grow
Be strong the sun is coming

By Ann Marie

[Source: www.christianpoems.co.uk]
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