FAMILY

What the term “family”
Has come to mean to me
Is a union of souls who
Always help in times of need.

They are the ones who will say
The awakening words you must hear
When you’re running a wrong path
And have lost the ability to see clear.

They are the ones who give encouragement
And a positive feeling inside
When you are in the midst of turmoil
Wanting to just run and hide.

They are the ones who help you see
What life and love is all about
They are the patient listeners
When others want to shout.

They are the ones you laugh and cry with
And tell secrets you’d tell no one else
Their value more precious than a trophy
Polished and shining on your wooden shelf

They are the ones you miss the most
And go see on those special days
They are the ones who REALLY know you
And accept you anyway!

by Dawn Marie Sahli

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