Diane

Diane

by Bud Lemire on Sept 7, 2004

Oh Diane, you're a good friend to me

The care you put into, the Family History

You had some big boots to fill, and they're the right size

I knew you'd do a great job, and it was no surprise

Margaret and Pat, are smiling down on you

Because of all the helping, that it is you do

You strive to do the very best, helping others trace

Their ancestors in the family tree, to put in the proper place

Computers are no problem, the future is the key

On seeking out the past, that leads to you and me

You're patient with people, and you are so kind

And you appreciate, the ancestry people find

Your knowledge is your wisdom, you listen as others tell

Empathic to their stories, you feel them as well

You seem to understand, much more than people say

The guiding force of family, that's with us everyday

So much is stored in your mind, I'd like to take a look

But I'd never finish, it's like a never ending book

To see your friendly smile, a soul so filled with love

Leaves no doubt to me, you're guided from above

This is for the director of the Family History Library.

A Great friend of mine.