yielding this momemnt to my personal life, going through times that are not paradise.

a yellow circle
two eyes and a smile
an icon created
for simple joy

from a happy face to
the modern smiley
in its gentle form
it was always timely

a reminder now
when a family's in panic
looking to heaven
for some type of magic

in silent vigil
and many phone calls
reassuring prayers
the sky would not fall

we pace through the halls
we toss in our sleep
we hold it together
find strength not to weep

should we stay here
should we be at her side
could we think happy thoughts
while we were dying inside

waiting, waiting
for a sigh of relief
waiting, waiting
to protect us from grief

and I remembered the icon
her favorite symbol
displayed all around her
an inspiring signal

so smile family smile
keep your thoughts light
we're praying to heal her
and only smiles are alright

Grandma, this smile's for you! :)