She was a beam of light

Shining through the darkness

Dazzling us to awaken

On a cold January day

*

Dressed in gold

She brought a nation to tears

And filled us with hope

As we took a collective breath

*

Her strong presence

Reminded us of how life can be

A transformation from sorrow and suffering

To healing and growth

*

Her story, her success is a mirror

Of our own collective stories

Rising up and away from the pain

After being with it for so long

*

She is our small miracle

Through our flickering faith that

Someday, we shall overcome

Peace, unity, equality, and justice

Will move from being concepts

To realities

*

Amanda, with the grand light shining through

Brought us hope and connection

A promise of compassion and healing

On a cold January day