In Memory of Sunday

My love for you created tears, tears I know others shared,
     as we grieved for more joyful times with you
I had no idea I'd miss you this much beloved friend
     until you were gone forever into our Papa's arms
To some you were and are just a day of the week,
     but to me, dear friend, Sunday, you are an eternal inspiration
Your radiant smile always brightened any spot
     You entered with ease and your stylish pizazz showed us the way forward
I wasn't ready to see you go so quickly,
     and even in writing this I'm not sure I'll be able to completely process your death
But ... it's a necessary start

Sunday, thank you for being such a good friend
     You truly showed me Christ in every kind and encouraging word
You always brought such joy to my days with your zest for life
     and uplifted me with every prayer for our difficult circumstances
It's not just me that saw these qualities about you.  Others did too.
     And so, in your darkest times, we prayed for you, visited you in Texas
The aneurysm was too much to keep you here, but perhaps
     it will bring your family closer to one another as you wished, prayed, and worked for
Sunday, you are celebrated both in New York and now in Heaven
     Dance for the Father now above.  See you again assuredly one day friend.