You stood in the midst of thorns,
Your body covered in blisters,
But you always said you were fine—
Weeping may tarry through the night,
But joy will come in the morning.
Your faith kept you strong;
The pain you suffered was
Really unbearable for anyone to handle.
You never gave up,
Even when you lost everything you had.
You kept the faith and the hope,
You helped anyone who came your way.
Never short on your kindness.
It's sad how those you helped,
Those you loved,
Those you fought for,
Vindicated in their trials,
Were the ones who hurt you the most.
But you never let it bother you;
You continued to persevere.
Here you are today,
Through all the blisters
And all the agony.
Your joy has finally arrived.
You came through the trial,
Unshaken, unbroken, unbeaten, and undamaged.
You fought a good fight,
Always keeping your head held high—
To the One you trusted with all your heart.
I thank God for you;
You are indeed a strong woman,
Blessed are you above them all.
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