Qiao Family
In the Memory of a Redwood Shores’ Grandma Like a doe, graceful and dainty Pushing her young to take the first step. Nudges them upright when they fall Applauding them loudly when they stand. Grinning when they are triumphant, Resilient when they fall Always watching Never judging Loving throughout all. Like an angel, pure and just Touching the hearts she meets. Heart of gold, Eyes of diamond, Clear of hatred and prejudice. Like a river, all knowing and wise A fountain of knowledge it flows. Brimming with wisdom Churning with experience Nourishing as she goes. Never ceasing to ebb- Carving a path wherever she goes, Passing her knowledge To all that seek, Her journey continues to flow. Like a mountain, strong and brave, Never wavering to foes. Back of steel Resolve of stone Impervious to rain or storm. This is Jinyu Lin, a Redwood shores’ grandma, She lives in our hearts each day. No matter the struggle No matter the fight In our hearts she will continue to stay.