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22 May 2003 – 26 May 2021
The Eyes of Riley.
Crystal white, and clear blue night.
Colour your sky, brilliant white.
Look up on a beautiful day,
See the eyes and the intentions of my soul.
Crystal white, clear blue night.
Brilliant flowers are ablaze
Swirling clouds of velvet blue,
Reflect in Riley’s eyes of “I am true.”
(W. Van Zyl – 1 June 2021)
A conversation in November 2020 in Hamilton:
“Riley, what are you planning to do with your life?” asked someone.
“I am going to be very rich, very wealthy, in fact. I am going to work very hard,” said Riley confidently.
“And, when you have accumulated all that wealth, what will you do with it?” asked someone.
“I am going to help the poor, those people that need a second chance, those who are underprivileged,” said Riley.
“Wow, that is a great attitude. You want to help people succeed?”
“Yes, that is right. There are many people out there that just need some help. I want to help those that need support. For example, to start a business or those that need any other financial support,” said Riley.
“Riley, I want to commend you; you have a maturity, an understanding and a wisdom beyond your years. Those words are a display of character and good intention—good on you,” said the someone.
Conclusion:
Riley, we will miss you. Every time we give something away, we will think of you. We will think of your beautiful giving heart and the true intentions of your soul.
This world has seen your beautiful white and velvet blue heart.
Rest in Peace.
‘Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.’ 2 Thessalonians 3:16
William Van Zyl (Teacher and friend)
1 June 2021
