March 28th, 2007
(in loving memory of Natalie Giambattistia)

God's vultures swooped down
and snatched an angel.
She still wanted to run.


God's messengers came down
and informed a family---
She's no longer able.

God's tears ran down
and soaked a home.
Her room is empty.

God's arm stretched out
and held a mother--
Clutching her daughter's tennishoes.

God's night entered in
and protected siblings' restless slumber.

He runs to hold her with long-awaited elation.