The vigil began
By those who love
One, who loved so dearly,
Strongly.

With a potent soul
Unstoppable in the
Everyday joy
God gave her.

A smile so lovely
Flowers bloom
Each time
She winks at them.

Long in this world
But not long enough
Maxine
Always loved, always loving.

Charlene James
Amissville, Virginia
4/18