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endurance
of the many gifts you gave
this may be the best
if hardest.
it does not add to the joy
of life
but to the meaning.
it does not help the winning
of battles
but it strengthens the spirit.
it does not provide answers
when problems arise
but holds till time is full.
it does not satisfy
the mind
but pleases the soul.
it is not soft
nor easy
but focuses energy.
when it is done
your other gifts of love
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dec 1986 elias 
