We were all single gals,
Seventeen of us waiting for our
Lunches to be served at the restaurant.
Our happy chatter filled the space.
At my end of the table were two new
Widows who never wanted to be
Part of our group.
I wouldn't have signed up to be a
Member either.
But I could never have selected better
Companions.
We are acquainted with heartache and
Loneliness.
We understand each other.
We are overcomers,
Brave women whose faith has been
Tested and who have survived intact, but
Stronger and more
Compassionate.
I wouldn't have chosen my status.
I miss my Jack.
But I would have chosen these soul
Sisters to be my friends.