Pretty One
I see you everyday
In your hospital bed
Fighting for survival
Against a terminal illness
That is ferocious and unrelenting
In wickedness
Pretty One
Despite your weakness
I see you
On your bed
With bright haunted eyes
Humming low melodies of praise
Putting on your makeup
With uplifted shoulders
Determined to look good
Pretty One
You always smile
And you are always in control
I see no trace of sorrow
Or fear in you
You remain calm
Despite the fierce torture
Pretty One
You are the bravest woman
I know
You are one in a million
And you have taught
Me about courage
In the face of impending danger
Pretty One
I always pray for you
In my heart
And I also pray
That God will give me
A fearless and brave heart
Like yours
Pretty One
May God be with you
Till your very last breath
You are an example of courage
And I know
That heaven will celebrate you
As a true warrior of faith