I read today
of grief and loss
of love and faith
and unexpected
saw your name.
Eyes leaking.
I read on
and the cold, stark words
confirmed that
you were dead.
Into eternity’s void
I stared and hoped
you knew,
and somehow in grace’s mystery
know still,
My admiration for your work
My appreciation for our collaboration
My gratitude for the moments our lives touched
And the ministry we shared.
Thanks be to God.
For Carol Eberhart Johnson
13 July 2015
13 July 2015
Manhattan, New York
Along the Graybeard Trail 
Mark,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and the family of your dear friend.