Josie Lee

I was hungry;
and she fed me.

I was thirsty;
and she gave me a drink.

I was tired;
and she tucked me into bed.

I was sick;
and she gave me medicine.

I was a spirited boy;
and she was patient with me.

I was full of promise;
and she believed in me.

I was her grandson;
and she accepted me.

This is my memory
of Josie Lee.