In Memory of Shelbie
Martinson
Love is the feeling
that comes to mind,
as we think of you
today.
You passed by and we
were deeply touched
by your loving way.
The way you walked,
said it all.
You were always on
the go.
From here to there
with sweet smile,
You’d say, "Hi, Bye,
Gotta go."
You made us laugh,
you made us cry.
Our lives are not
the same.
Each day you stepped
up to the plate.
You showed us how to
play life’s game.
This is what you
seemed to say.
"Look you guys,
here’s how it’s
done."
"Play it hard and
fast, love and laugh
a lot."
"Life is a lot more
fun."
"When it comes, your
turn to take the
bat,
and if you feel
unsure."
"Just greet each day
as it comes your
way."
"Take your stance,
dig in, face it with
a grin."
"Know this day is
meant for you."
"Give it all you’ve
got, and learn to
laugh a lot."
"Then play it to the
end."
"Connect with those
you meet and love,
then follow through
and be a friend."
"That’s how the Game
of Life is played."
Today we’ve come
from far and wide to
celebrate the life
you shared.
You touched us all
with your loving
way.
You’ve shown us all,
young and old,
a better way to
play.
Your instant smile,
your infectious
laugh,
will be with us
everyday.
We are not the same.
In my heart, I hear
God say,
"There is a lesson
to be learned,
To pass along today,
Live this day, I
send your way,
For you are not
alone."
"Shelbie Dear,
You played life’s
game,
You touched each
base,
You played it well,
And now,
You are SAFE AT
HOME."
