The Gift

The Gift

by Ali Randall

God has given me the gift of

Smiling sweetly for no reason at all

Feeling calm even with a lot going on

Giving thanks for something everyday

Seeing that the glass is half full even when faced with a dilemma

With out worry just living every moment gracefully

Living clean and feeling free

Knowing that the future is bright

Willingly taking on responsibilities

Being blessed with love and support

Staying true to myself

Learning from mistakes instead of being overwhelmed with regrets

Lying down at night and being proud of myself

God has given me a gift and I call this gift Hope!

Brother, oh? Brother, oh!

Brother Oh Brother Oh

By Ali Randall

From the moment I arrived, I have been so very blessed,

To have a big brother whose love from me I’ve really put to a test.

As a child he became my hero,

And to this day he still is.

He’s been my inspiration by showing me what it means to be and have a friend.

He has had strength for me when all I could do is cry,

And during my selfish days his love for me did not die.

His hope for me and faith in my abilities made me always want to try.

I am thankfull for my brother and gratefull to have always had him by my side.

If he were never there I know I couldn’t have survived.

Happy Birthday Erik Charles Randall!

May June 9, 2011 be as wonderfull a Birthday for you as your love has been in my life!