© by Eileen Carole
WOMAN OF COURAGE © by Eileen Carole
Hear the word… the diagnosis…and go on
They are your mother, your sister, your daughter, your friend
They have the courage to not be defined by one word
Not be limited by a prognosis or sentenced without hope
Crowning beauty, notwithstanding,
Discover beauty within, overcoming traditional standards
Beauty is not in your hair, it’s in the smile you wear
They comfort others in the fight and sing a song of faith
Speak redeeming truths over coffee or tea at bedside
Women of Courage heal and are being healed
By their strength and determination
The only choice – to be strong
An inner peace from the quiet voice inside
That promises tomorrow
They are, after all …Women of Courage!
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