Perfume

Lord Jesus,
pour out her life
as anointing oil,
a sweet aroma.
Like the flowers,
gently carry her scent
in the breeze,
to soothe,
refresh,
and heal.
It is Your scent, Lord.
As it curls toward heaven,
inhale its blend
of love,
beauty,
and strength.
May she be to You
a pleasing fragrance
as she walks with You

the rest of her days.

a prayer for Karina

originally written Summer 2005