she knew her sunsets and sunrises
were firsts and lasts
that tomorrow might not come
that she had cheated fate
but once again
but hope rings true like a
glistening silver bell
to ring in another day’s noises
from the city and the calm
of making choices
she loved life and fought bravely
a battle she could not see
but could feel hidden inside
though the mirror reminded as
though but to chide
her memory of another time a
face someone elses’ now changed
she shows the world a ‘Spirit’
her body but a shell never
able to diminish it
she watches the faces of her
loved ones as they watch her for
a time heavens’ Angels beckon come
she sees sunsets and sunrises
now only she can fathom
© August 2012 Renee Espriu
Here in the Northwest a most gifted, articulate and giving woman gave up her fight with brain tumors and I offer up this small bit of prose for her. Kathi Goertzen was our Channel 4 News Anchor for many years and fought bravely for the last 14 years to overcome tumors that gave her little respite. She managed to connect with so many people, such as myself, just by us watching her report the news. She gave to her family, her community and when all is said and done herself. I wish for you many beautiful sunsets and sunrises where your “Spirit” now resides. Blessings!
reneejustturtleflight.com 
A beautiful and poignant tribute, Renee.
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Thank You! She was such a rare Spirit, one that I think is so hard to find in life, for her life was about others always.
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A lovely tribute Renee. So sad that she had such a battle on her hands for such a long time. I hope she is seeing many beautiful days now too.
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I hope so too. She leaves behind a husband and two daughters, one but 17yrs old.
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A worthy tribute ! loved the post 🙂
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Thank you so much! Good to see you here again. I, too, do not get to your site as often as I should and know I am missing many wonderful writes.
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Very touching and generous poem for the woman who touched you, Renee. Those like her who are always giving to others make a real impact on so many…I hope she knew how much.
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she lived a full and blessed life, wish it was easier and longer.
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A poignant tribute …
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There are some strong women who come along and sometimes are gone too soon. Thank You!
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