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Ideas for a poem or reading for my gran's funeral?

My gran died last week and her funeral is next week. A couple of us grandchildren would like to say something but are worried that we'll get too upset if we just talk about Gran. Can anyone suggest a good poem or reading? She was a lively, outgoing fun-loving lady who was much loved, so I would like something that celebrates life (and prehaps aging and watching generations grow?) and nothing too morbid. Thanks


Best Answer - Chosen by Asker:

Do not stand at my grave and forever weep.
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn??s rain.
When you awaken in the morning??s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and forever cry.
I am not there. I did not die.

sorry to hear about your gran
take care