Alice My Friend

Alice My Friend

by Bud Lemire on May 7, 2006

Through my peep hole, in the hallway light

You and Ruthie, were saying goodnight

I'd open my door a crack to say hello

The elevator arrived, it was Ruthie's time to go

You came to my door, to talk with me awhile

I knew you were weak, but you still held a smile

You said you had some decisions to make

And the result was endless pain, which was so hard to take

Still your life went on, you did your best

While life kept on giving you a challenging test

You knew what was coming, and what was there

And when the time comes, you'll be aware

"I've lived a good life, I'm happy to say"

"And when it's my time, I'll be on my way"

The Angels will be there, when your life is through

You'll rejoice without pain, and begin life anew

But those left behind, will remember you well

A dear sweet lady, who fought through life's hell

I know one thing, when your time comes to an end

Heaven will gain an Angel, it'll be Alice My Friend

Alice is 89 years old and has cancer. 

She now lives in the Spirit World