FATIMA J. CHAUDRY (1978-1997)
Too few years together
And too many to face apart
Where has our time together gone
When did it ever start
I'd hoped Allah'd hear my prayers
And you would come back to me
Safe and fine and happy
In the arms of destiny
Now watching you lie there so peacefully
I see it wasn't meant to be
You were with us a short time
But now you must be free
Emptiness and sorrow fill my heart
Regrets at this steep cost
It is you who is now gone
But it is I who is lost
I pray for you my sister
That you may reach the highest mountain
I pray that you are happy
In the love and serenity of heaven
I pray your every unfulfilled wish is fulfilled
And that all your dreams come true
And I hope you always realize
That I will never forget you.
(Sept. 1997)
in loving memory of my cousin and childhood best friend.
