Thanks to those who offered a kind word.
Your kindness lifted my spirits.
Thanks to those who said a nightly prayer.
There is a stronger power in prayers.
Thanks to those who took the time to care.
You always knew when to be there.
Thanks to those who knew I needed a hug.
Do you know that you are my Angels?
Thanks to those who often smiled.
It gave me the strength to keep going.
Thanks to those who did not show pity.
For it gave me the strength to keep fighting.
Thanks for all who cooked or bought food.
You took the time to help another.
I can never say thank you enough.
You are truly friends like no other.
Thanks to those who did bus duty.
You knew that I really wasn’t able.
Your kindness shines as bright;
As the stars shine at night.
You all pull together to help another.
Your love gave me strength.
Riverside Elementary School is not like any other.
You are all diamonds, rubies, and pearls.
By
Cathey McNabb
(December 2004)