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“ME”
There are still many things I can do like, walking, smiling, crying, laughing, speaking my way.
I am here and I hear you speak.
I have not yet gone.
My mind might be slowly ebbing away but deep down I know I am still me. You see the changes in me I do not.
I have not yet gone.
I know the time will come when I will not remember your name but please remind me even if only for a few seconds I can say it back to you.
I have not yet gone.
When words fail me I strike out. I do not mean to hurt you. I still have feelings but these feelings I cannot put into words.
I have not yet gone.
Actions speak louder than words. Your help keeps me going.
I have not yet gone
Where have you gone? I know not where. When I call you, you do not answer.
Where am I? I am not sure but in my world I feel secure.
I have not yet gone.
I love your smile, your name is gone. I know your face and feel at peace.
I have not yet gone.
Margaret MacKinlay (compiled from Mary’s words)
These are the words read out by Father Keith |Gordon at Veras Funeral Service
AS GOOD AS YOU MAKE IT
Your world will look grey if you plod on your way never seeking for flowers in the hedges.
The clouds overhead will seem heavy as lead and you won't see the silvery edges.
If your thoughts have no wings and your heart never sings every day will be gloomy and dreary.
Your footsteps will drag and your spirits will flag and the road will be lonesome and weary
But skies will be bright if you let in the light and you sing when the cold winds are blowing.
For thoughtsthat are gay scare the demons away - and a song in your heart keeps you going.
Troubles loom into view - but the blessings come too - and whatever God sends you must take it.
There'll be hills to ascend, but you'll find ln the end - that life is as good as you make it.
Patience Strong
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