Angel in the midst of turmoil and strife

She looks at all her family gathered there by her bedside.

With tear filled eyes she says" cherish the memories of me here. Don't cry for me for I may have lost the battle here but I have made the best sacrifice. I have won my reward in the Lord above. Remember the times we shared both good times and bad. For I am always with you no matter where you go. My body is riddled with an unseen force. I have fought a good battle for the past five years. I go with peace in my heart and reassurance in my soul. I will see you again someday. "

The family sobs and says" Don't go !"

The angel looks up from her bed as she takes her last breath she smiles. An " I love you always" is heard in a whisper as the angel floats away.

The battle was fought and not won on earth however the best reward lay waiting in heaven above.

Erin Michele Heard

2-3-2011