Caroline's Chosen Path

In Oregon with whispers low, Lived Caroline, with a heart aglow. Her laughter bright, like morning rays, Yet in her eyes, the twilight stays.  With three sweet children in her care, Nick, Evie, and Hailey were so fair.  Their giggles danced through halls so wide, As old friends of Caroline’s faded to the side.  For every smile that graced her face, A shadow loomed—a tender space. Those old friends who used to belong, Caroline had left; she moved along.  For love’s embrace had claimed her time,  Through sleepless nights and nursery rhyme. She chose their joy above her own,  And in that choice, her heart was sown.  Hailey’s dreams floated like kites, As Nick explored those wondrous heights. Evie’s laughter stitched the seams, Of cherished days and tender dreams.  “Dear Caroline,” old friends would sigh,  “With every day you drift on by.” Yet she found beauty in each task, In hugs and kisses—no need to ask.  With stories shared at end of day, Her family lights—the stars that sway.  Their paths entwined through choices made, In every moment saw love displayed.  Regret weaves through the fabric fine, For friendships lost were once divine. There’s always hope on the horizon’s seam—  A mother’s love is more than a dream.  Each sacrifice carved from pure devotion,  Like rivers flowing with gentle motion.  Resilience holds what time may sever;  Her children’s smiles bind them forever.  Yet old friends miss her joyful cheer—  And hope one day she'll reappear.  Caroline walks a different way— Her happiness in her playful sway.  With every step upon this road— She carries love as her greatest load. And though she mourns for bonds afar,  Her family shines—a guiding star.  So here’s to Caroline—kind and wise,  Whose heart beats strong beneath the skies. She chose devotion over fleeting days, In warmth of family finds her ways.  And as the seasons gently turn, In flames of passion brightly burn. Each choice she made—a path well-tread, Boldly facing what lies ahead.