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BUT...For A WHILE
by Jms Bell → (All Poetry by Jms Bell)
Wednesday, January 29, 2020    Rated "G" by the Author.
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I pray Kobe's family and the families of the 7 others that lost their lives also... be Comforted, Strengthened and Healed in this very painful time. Kobe Bryant an Indisputable Legend, on every Level…of Life’s Court, has taken his rest. We loved him but God loved him best.


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1978 - 2020

 

Yes, he was with us, but…for a while

and we enjoyed his infectious smile

But above, and so far beyond this

admired…was his shining God-given gift

In a class…where he was all by himself

his uniqueness belonged to him…no one else

Imperfect, as all are…he handled the dross…

like a proven champion…on the court and off

As a husband and a father, he did his best

without question, indeed…he passed this test

Yet, it was there while striving to do even more

that heaven beckoned him to its ordained door

This invitation was one…none…could ever deny…

and a daughter went with him as he bid goodbye

All will miss you Kobe, good man that you were

your flame will lead others…to aspire and stir

Thus, in this heavy hour we will be strong…

memories of a…Legend…won’t ever be gone

We are grateful for your life…every mile

for yes, you were with us, but…for a while 

 

 

Ecc 3:1-2

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 Reviews of "BUT...For A WHILE"
Reviewed on February 29, 2020
I believe God must have thought it was time to bring Daddy and his little girl home. God bless his loved ones!! So tragic!!

Love ya!

Jane

Reviewed by Susanne Leist
Reviewed on February 6, 2020
A sad time for his family and all families.

Reviewed by Ronald Hull
Reviewed on January 31, 2020
A very touching tribute to an idol and role model for many.

I wonder about why his helicopter was not fitted with safety devices that would have prevented flying into a mountain and why, when the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department was not flying, that their pilot decided that it was okay for him to fly.

Ron

Reviewed by Mystic Rose
Reviewed on January 29, 2020
What a wonderful tribute, to an amazing man, Thank you Joyce, God bless.

Reviewed by Richard Cederberg
Reviewed on January 29, 2020
Your message is clear. It was a terrible tragedy. In the world system Kobe was a bona fide star; a gifted giving man, with a beautiful family. There were 8 others who died in that horrific crash. Who will write their tributes? Thank you for sharing. r


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