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Prayer for Kingsley (originally written 11/6/21)

This prayer needs a bit of background.  My nearly three-month-old nephew was born with a brain tumor and we didn't know how long he had left.  This prayer was written shortly after his passing.

I light this candle to say good bye to baby Kingsley.

May your passage into the Otherworld be swift and smooth.

May this flame hold your memory and keep it burning bright in the hearts of all who knew you.

We love you, baby King.  We will miss you.

-Orchid Casarez

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