Today Beauty & the Bean has dedicated this post to our beloved friend, Kevin, his family & our loving community back home in Connecticut who have endured such an unfathomable loss. Our love, prayers, thoughts & positive energy are with you all during this very difficult time. While words can seem so empty, may this poem bring you a moment of comfort.

Do not weep for...
I am a thousand winds that blow.

I am the diamond glints on snow.

I am the sunlight on ripened grain.

I am the gentle Autumn rain.

When you awaken in the morning's hush

I am the swift uplifting rush.

Of quiet birds in circled flight

I am the soft stars that shine at night.

And, when you stand at Ocean's tide

Know I am right there by your side.

xo Kristen T. & Kristin K.