A True Georgia Peach

 Can't know the sweetness of a Georgia peach

'Less you take a bite of it's succulent flavor

Can't measure the sweetness of a Georgia girl

'Less you've known her priceless behavior

For some can't look into your eyes

But this one never left you in wonder

She spoke the truth, instead of lies

Told it like it was, no tales to ponder

With the face of a cherub that sometimes glowed

She'd smile and wrap you in her loving arms

You wouldn't let go of that feeling that flowed

That calms your fears and protects from harms

For 'neath it all was the heart of a champ

A born again Christian, a child of the king

No fairytale princess, no Hollywood vamp

She put Him first in everything

Her Mom and her Dad taught her what was right

And she loved them both to the end

She never strayed from the truth or the light

Her path was straight with no bend

She loved her Chris with a love so true

As only a southern girl can

She made him laugh, ne'er made him blue

She always stood by her man.

Her laughter's now heard in Heaven so fair

To share with those who've gone through the breach

We've  lost a dear heart and sweet breath of air

And Heave's gained a brand new peach.

Remembering Joyce Nail Cannon August 22, 2024