You are my hero, wonderful and fierce.

Although I haven’t seen you for many years.

Your heart was so pure, enduring many tears,

Your will so strong despite the many years.

Your brain was so sharp, you even remembered your cares

Love, laughter, pain and hurt over the many years.

You matured, emerged a Phoenix, in the midst of hateful stares,

You evolved beyond expectation in the many years.

You saw me, you knew me, despite the many scares

You were me, still are me, despite the many years.