You are radiant
A lighthouse overlooking
A sea of endless sorrow
And forgotten dreams

Sailors strive to reach
Your coveted coast
Perishing in the attempt
But glad they tried

You are inspirational
A source of hope for the hopeless
Joy for the joyless
And humor for the sardonic

With every word
And every thought
You transform a barren wasteland
Into a garden of bliss

You are intelligent,
Wise, brilliant in every way
How fortunate am I
To know Athena herself?

With your pen in hand
And knowledge in tow
I doubt any test
Could hope to win

You are my friend
And although our time
Will shortly end
I am happy that I knew you