We are often left to wonder
Could we have done more
Was there a different action
To change what was in store

“If only” is a trap
That holds us to in our fears
It stops us pushing forward
And moving past our tears

There’s so much in God’s purpose
That sometimes most don’t see
But there’s always the potential
Of what each of us can be

So even in the absence
There is something to be sure
A life lived serving others
Is the way that hope endures

About the Poem Hope Endures

The Poem Hope Endures was written for the family of Army Sgt. 1st Class Ronald Aaron Grider who died Sept. 18, 2010 serving during Operation Iraqi Freedom

Inspirational Poetry Books

Here are some of the books that are available from Robert Longley. I would recommend the Sacred Poem journals. Reading my earlier books (especially the ones for Military, Police and Firefighter’s families) cover to cover can be overwhelming. The poetry journals are designed to give you one poem per day while you journal about what might be going on in your life. There are specific journals for grief, success, and more.
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Inspirational Poetry Products

While I do signed poetry prints that are 11×14, that isn’t the size or product that all people want. Some just want a sympathy card, others may want a large canvas print, or maybe a coffee cup. There are limits to what I can customize with the options available so some products just don’t work. Please just ignore them, I know that that format doesn’t work. If you are looking for something specific, or would like to make something specific just let me know. I’m open to just about anything.
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