A smile that cheered us on darkest days.
A laugh that encouraged us as we went our ways.
A hand that provided and guided, and led.
Strength of spirit conveyed in each word that you said.
A hug that soothed the tears and fears.
Of hundreds of little souls over the years.
Your wisdom directed so many young ones.
Teaching skills to children with lives just begun.
Your eyes through the lens of your camera did capture
God's wonders around us, arousing a rapture
Of love, and of peace and of joy in your friends,
Framed memoirs of beauty that just never ends.
Caring and sharing and wearing a smile
You fought the demons.
You went the long mile.
You were so strong and your battle was long.
But God called a new angel, "more help for above!"
So he beckoned you home
And embraced you with love.
And although we don't want to
We have to let go.
Dear Ana, we'll never forget you.
We all loved you so!
-Andrea Hawk