She hath wings

We bonded over children and gentleness-

I poked out of my shell;

Caring enough that we could be sisters-

Always a yarn to tell.

Messages when we couldn’t speak-

Support without applause;

Steadying truth-telling words of wisdom-

Willing to admit flaws.

Not too many have helped me rise

Without breaking me first;

Sometimes you show such unfathomable kindness-

My heart could surely burst.

Kindred spirit,  you came into my life

At just the perfect time;

I’m grateful for your belief in me

And the mountains you help me climb.

©️ M.R.Patterson 24.4.26