For Albertine

You are with me in each of my heartbeats.

So cherished in every breath I live to take.

I have known you in my sweetest dreams.

Then love you more fondly when I wake.

When I cannot bring you such comfort myself,

I pray that the angels hold you near.

Until that moment for us, when our family unfolds,

And heaven's arms will guide you here.
-Wendy L Kohlhoff  
2002 ©