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An Angel Taught Me
Author Unknown
An angel taught me…
That love transcends the world as we know it;
That even the tiniest of hands leave the most lasting imprints on our lives;
That the tragedy of loss can lead to the discovery of the soul;
That there really are guardian angels;
That every moment we have with those we love is a blessing;
That God’s gifts, however fleeting, are cherished and remembered
forever;
That every small kindness we show to others makes the world a better place;
That we control very few things—God takes care of the rest;
That friendship encompasses every
experience and emotion;
That we all have so much to learn;
That for some of us, life begins in heaven, in the arms of Jesus;
That teachers come in all forms.
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What Makes a Mother?
Author Unknown
I thought of you and closed my eyes. And prayed to God today.
I asked what makes a mother and I know I heard him say,
A mother has a baby. This we know is true.
But God, can you be a mother when your baby’s not with you?
Yes you can. He replied with confidence in His voice.
I give many women babies. When they leave is not their choice.
Some I send for a lifetime and others for a day.
And some I send to fill your womb but there’s no need to stay.
I just don’t understand this. God I want my baby here.
She took a breath and cleared her throat and then I saw a tear.
I wish I could show you what your child is doing today.
If you could see your child smile with other children and say,
“We go to earth to learn our lessons of life and love and fear.
My Mommy loved me oh so much; I got to come straight here.
I feel so lucky to have a mom who had so much love for me.
I learned my lesson very quickly. My Mommy set me free.”
“I miss my Mommy oh so much, but I visit her each day.
When she goes to sleep, on her pillow’s where I lay.
I stroke her hair and kiss her cheek and whisper in her ear,
"Mommy, don’t be sad today, I’m your baby and I’m here.”
So you see my dear sweet one, you children are okay.
Your babies are here in my home and this is where they’ll stay.
They’ll wait for you with Me until your lesson is through.
And on that day that you come home, they’ll be at the gates for you.
So now you see what makes a Mother…
It’s the feeling in you heart.
It’s the love you had so much of,
Right from the very start.
Though some on earth may not realize you are a Mother,
Until their time is done.
They’ll be up there with Me one day,
And know you’re the best one.
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Walking with Angels
Carrie Wrona
Today, we walk to remember
The angels we will never forget
Their footprints forever imprinted on our hearts
Though for only a brief moment we met
We lovingly held our angels in our wombs and our arms
And during that time, our bond grew strong and true
They are still our precious children, no matter how small
And deserve to be recognized too
Today, our angels walk with us
They smile upon us from above
So, hold them close in your heart
And they will live on in the warmth of your love
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I Still Love You
Sharon Swinney
A year has passed since you left us,
And I'm slowly getting it together.
But it's been so hard with out you,
I've often reached the end of my tether.
When you aren't foremost in my thoughts,
This doesn't mean I love you less,
Or don't miss you anymore.
It only means life goes on,
And I'm getting back on track.
You'll always be in the back of my mind,
And you can count on that.
The memories you left with me,
Are in my heart to stay.
The love I feel and the longing,
Could never fade away.
So if my every waking moment,
Is not spent thinking of you.
I know that you will understand,
You know I still love you.
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Angel of My Dream
Darci - mother of 3 angels
I never knew you And never will. For God took you against my will. I loved you more then you will ever know, Even before your heart had a chance to grow. My love was strong, but body weak, And could not carry you from week to week. So I let you go, to Heaven you went, To be my angels Heaven sent. No matter how lonely it begins to seem, You will always be the angels in my dream.
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To My Son, James
Rob Morgan
I never got to talk to you
And hear you say “hello”
I never got to read to you
Books like Go Dogs Go
I never got to play with you
Sports, bike and games
I never got to see you grow
To be a man, son James
We have so much love for you
It’s bursting from inside
The sadness that we feel for you
It’s impossible to hide
I did get to see you
And hold you in my arms
And if there were another way
I’d keep you from all harm
I did get to sing to you
A soft lullaby
And yes as I held you
I did begin to cry
But I hold hope that one day
I might see you again
And until that day comes
I’ll think of you, my friend
And although right now, your mom and I
Are so extremely sad
One day we shall think of you
And be only glad
We know that you are an angel
Looking down at us from above
And one day we will be with you
To share all of our love
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Scars
Kathleen
As I sit here day after day, I see the scars on my body so clear
You are still a part of me, so near to me always
I love you forever even though we never met
I know you are in heaven with Papa I bet!
Please keep each other company until my day
Watch over us all as we pray
Your Mom and Dad love you so please dont fret
You will always be my baby and I cant forget
You are an angel up in the sky
I can see it clear in my eyes
Know you are forever loved and never forgotten
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Footprints
Dorothy Ferguson
How Very Softly
you tiptoed into my world.
Almost silenty,
only for a moment you stayed.
But what an imprint
your footsteps have left upon my heart.
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Grace
Jennifer Stock
I saw you in my dreams last night-
The vision was so clear.
I held you in my arms so close
And wiped away a tear.
The night went by too quickly
And I feared the coming dawn
For soon I would awaken to
The fact that you are gone.
There's so much pain inside our hearts
Just wishing you could stay.
So many things to share with you-
So many things to say.
You came as such a precious gift
Our angel, Baby Grace,
So thankful for the time we had
To memorize your face.
Our lives are changed forever
And I know this much is true-
The sun will never leave the day
Without the thought of you.
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A baby lost
unknown
I'm just a little baby
who didn't quite make it there;
I went straight to be with Jesus
but I'm waiting for you here.
Don't you fret about me mommy
I'm of all God's most blessed
I'd have loved to stay there with you
but Heavenly Father knows what's best.
Many who dwell here where I live
waited years to enter in,
they struggled through a world of sorrow
and their lives were marred with sin.
So sweet mommy don't be sad,
wipe those tears and chase the gloom,
I went straight to be with Jesus,
from my lovely mothers womb.
Thank you for the life you gave me,
it was brief but don't complain;
I have all of heaven's glory
suffering none of the world's pain.
Thank you for the name you gave me,
I'm thankful for all you've done.
I'll be waiting here for you
in heaven up above.
I would have loved to stay with you,
And lived life by your side,
But the Lord has called me home,
I know it's hard to understand why.
Thank you mommy for making me,
You made me out of love,
I can't wait for the day I see you again
So you can see what I've become.
I'm an angel here in heaven,
The Lord's here by my side,
He wants me to let you know
He's sorry he made you cry.
He has a plan for me up here,
And a plan for you here too,
Someday we'll be together again,
And this I know is true.
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The Brave Little Soul
John Alessi
Not too long ago in Heaven there was a little soul who took wonder in observing the world. She especially enjoyed the love she saw there and often expressed this joy with God. One day however the little soul was sad, for on this day she saw suffering in the world. She approached God and sadly asked, “Why do bad things happen; why is there suffering in the world?” God paused for a moment and replied, "Little soul, do not be sad, for the suffering you see, unlocks the love in people’s hearts.” The little soul was confused. “What do you mean,” she asked.” God replied, “Have you not noticed the goodness and love that is the offspring of that suffering? Look at how people come together, drop their differences and show their love and compassion for those who suffer. All their other motivations disappear and they become motivated by love alone.” The little soul began to understand and listened attentively as God continued, “The suffering soul unlocks the love in people’s hearts much like the sun and the rain unlock the flower within the seed. I created everyone with endless love in their heart, but unfortunately most people keep it locked up and hardly share it with anyone. They are afraid to let their love shine freely, because they are afraid of being hurt. But a suffering soul unlocks that love. I tell you this - it is the greatest miracle of all. Many souls have bravely chosen to go into the world and suffer - to unlock this love – to create this miracle - for the good of all humanity."
Just then the little soul got a wonderful idea and could hardly contain herself. With her wings fluttering, bouncing up and down, the little soul excitedly replied, "I am brave; let me go! I would like to go into the world and suffer so that I can unlock the goodness and love in people’s hearts! I want to create that miracle!" God smiled and said, "You are a brave soul I know, and thus I will grant your request. But even though you are very brave you will not be able to do this alone. I have known since the beginning of time that you would ask for this and so I have carefully selected many souls to care for you on your journey. Those souls will help you create your miracle; however they will also share in your suffering. Two of these souls are most special and will care for you, help you and suffer along with you, far beyond the others. They have already chosen a name for you. God and the brave little soul shared a smile, and then embraced.
In parting, God said, “Do not forget little soul that I will be with you always. Although you have agreed to bear the pain, you will do so through my strength. And if the time should come when you feel that you have suffered enough, just say the word, think the thought, and you will be healed.” Thus at that moment the brave little soul was born into the world, and through her suffering and God’s strength, she unlocked the goodness and love in people’s hearts. For so many people dropped their differences and came together to show their love. Priorities became properly aligned. People gave from their hearts. Those that were always too busy found time. Many began new spiritual journeys – some regained lost faith – many came back to God. Parents hugged their children tighter. Friends and family grew closer. Old friends got together and new friendships were made. Distant family reunited, and every family spent more time together. Everyone prayed. Peace and love reigned. Lives changed forever. It was good. The world was a better place. The miracle had happened. God was pleased.
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God Sent to me an Angel
Paul Dammon
God sent to me an angel,
it had a broken wing.
I bent my head and wondered
"How could God do such a thing?"
When I asked the Father
why He sent this child to me,
the answer was forthcoming,
He said "Listen and you'll see."
"My children are all precious,
and none is like the rest.
Each one to me is special,
and the least is as the best.
I send each one from Heaven
and I place it in the care
of those who know my mercy,
those with love to spare.
Sometimes I take them back again.
Sometimes I let them stay.
No matter what may happen
I am never far away.
So if you find an angel
and you don't know what to do,
remember, I am with you,
love is all I ask of you."
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I WISH
CIELLA BOTHA
WALKING DOWN A HOSPITAL WALL
WONDERING WHAT WENT WRONG
WILL IT BE TODAY THAT I FALL
MOMMY YOU AND I WE BELONG
WISH I COULD SAY HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU
DIDN'T EVEN SAY
GOODBYE
WONDERING WHAT I WILL DO
YOUR LAST WORDS TO ME
KEEP REPEATING OVER AND OVER IN MY MIND
DREAMING OF YOU I DO
JUST WISHING I COULD SAY HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU
SEVEN YEARS PASSED
MOMMY IN MY MIND YOU ALWAYS WILL REMAIN
IN MY HEART YOU ARE STILL THE SAME..
HOPE WE WILL MEET AGAIN
UNTIL THEN YOUR GRAVE WILL ALWAYS REPRESENT YOUR LOVING CARE
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God Sent to me an Angel
Paul Dammon
God sent to me an angel, it had a broken wing. I bent my head and wondered "How could God do such a thing?" When I asked the Father why He sent this child to me, the answer was forthcoming, He said "Listen and you'll see." "My children are all precious, and none is like the rest. Each one to me is special, and the least is as the best. I send each one from Heaven and I place it in the care of those who know my mercy, those with love to spare. Sometimes I take them back again. Sometimes I let them stay. No matter what may happen I am never far away. So if you find an angel and you don't know what to do, remember, I am with you, love is all I ask of you."
I WISH
CIELLA BOTHA
WALKING DOWN A HOSPITAL WALL WONDERING WHAT WENT WRONG WILL IT BE TODAY THAT I FALL MOMMY YOU AND I WE BELONG WISH I COULD SAY HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU DIDN'T EVEN SAY GOODBYE WONDERING WHAT I WILL DO YOUR LAST WORDS TO ME KEEP REPEATING OVER AND OVER IN MY MIND DREAMING OF YOU I DO JUST WISHING I COULD SAY HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU SEVEN YEARS PASSED MOMMY IN MY MIND YOU ALWAYS WILL REMAIN IN MY HEART YOU ARE STILL THE SAME.. HOPE WE WILL MEET AGAIN UNTIL THEN YOUR GRAVE WILL ALWAYS REPRESENT YOUR LOVING CARE
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Forget Me Not
Christine Lechowicz
Forget me not, for I am with you
In the beat of your heart
In the depth of your soul, too
Forgive my parting too soon
and leaving you there
Feel my presence in your next breath
on the whisper of your prayer
My spirit is with you
on good and bad days
I share each moment with you still
Let me count the ways
Cry for my help when you need to
and reach for my hand
I will be there to lift you up
when you can not stand
Live each day in the moment
and remember to smile
I will be waiting for our reunion,
it will just be awhile
Forget me not for whatever
you do, is a reflection of me...
my memory is living in you
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To Natalee on Your Second Birthday
Tammy Reicha
The bravest thing I've ever done
was say goodbye to you.
This task will never be complete,
grieving is hard to do.
It's little things that stop me short,
and take my breath away.
I don't always see it coming,
I just take it day by day.
My anxiety is rising
as we approach the day,
That began with anticipation,
and ended with dismay.
You arrived and then were taken,
so surreal, like a dream.
But this dream ended tragically,
Our hearts ripped at the seams.
The emptiness without you here
will never go away.
But time has a way of healing wounds
although scars will remain.
Our lives go on, although we've changed,
We will forget you never.
A parent's love, so fierce, so strong
You're in our hearts forever.
Love,
Mommy
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Through Madeline's Eyes
Tammy Reicha
I touch your soft skin I feel your sweet breath I hold on to you tightly since Natalee's death.
"Where is she mommy?" "Why isn't she here?" "She's up in heaven with our Maker, my dear."
"I will find her", you tell me "She's not lost", I say. "We will see her again up in Heaven some day."
"Where's Heaven at mommy?" "Is it way up high?" "Can she see us from up there?" "Does she know that you cry?"
"The stars are like openings in the night sky. She looks down and watches us," was my reply.
You tell other people That your sister died "She's and Angel in Heaven" Tears form in their eyes.
So sweet and so innocent yet so aware. You are a big sister. She knows that you care.
She'll sit on your shoulder, She'll always be near, She'll look after you, You have nothing to fear.
Maddie someday we will see her again The Angels and God will watch her until then. You know that she really never did part Because we will keep her alive in our hearts
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The "Never to" List
Tammy Reicha
Never to see you open your eyes, Never to dry your tears, Never to sing you a sweet lullaby In the night when you wake from your fears.
Never to watch you wiggle and squirm, Never to watch you crawl, Never to watch you struggle to walk and pick you up when you should fall.
Never to have to raise my voice, Never to keep me up late, Never to make me worry at night When you're older and going on dates
Never to fight with your siblings, Never to bicker with me, Never to butt heads with daddy Like your sister who's already three.
Never to kiss your wounds, Never to bandage a knee, Never to nurse a horrible cold With lemon, honey and tea.
Never to give you a bubble bath, Never to play in the snow, Never to hear you giggle and laugh When I tickle your cute little toes.
Always to be your mother, Always to be my child, Always to speak your name out loud And finish it off with a smile.
Always to cherish the short time we had, Always to know your sweet face, Always to feel your presence near by Your soul we could never replace.
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Little Mason Caine
Annonymous
Little Mason Caine
I set about to write a song
It seemed a simple thing
but all along, I knew that song
would be far to hard to sing
So instead I wrote a poem
and the title was his name
just some words in tribute
to little Mason Caine
Now Mason came into this world
way too early you could say
his life was never certain
but how we loved him anyway
the doctors did not give him much hope
in the battle that he fought
but it seems that little Mason
was a little stronger than they thought
For fourteen days, we hoped and prayed
and hung on every word
and reveled in our gladness
when it was good news that we heard
but finally his body frail
grew weary of the fight
we could only stand there helpless
that dark and chilly night
Its beyond my understanding
but it will always be my prayer
that he sleeps among the angels
in the lords eternal care
Though we did not know him very long
his memory remains
for in our minds and in our hearts
lives little Mason Caine
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The smalles angels with the biggest hearts
Haley Henriksen
The day God chose for you was the day i feared the most. It's been a year that I've missed you both, not a day less than the next. i cry myself to sleep, wishing it was just a dream. I never got to see you or hear your cry, but the moment i knew you were here i loved you from deep inside. It's been so hard without you, I don't know how it will last. i feel like i can't get through to you, I just want to telll you how much i love you. You weren't given a long enough chance, you were to good for the pain in this world. I fear so much thkat i will forget, pleast don't let that happen. i miss you oh so much , but pray to god I'll see your smiling faces again someday.
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For My Nieces
Linda Morley
For My Nieces... Precious Amanda and Emma LeighNow a dear sweet memoryTaken so soon before we could seeThe wonderful things that you could be. As humans we just don't understandHow this could be part of God's own planOr why you're already in Jesus' handsWatching with Him over all the lands. We ache for the lives that didn't startBut entrust you now to the great thou art.Our daily life you'll always be part'cause we treasure you both within our hearts. Sometimes it's sad and hard to bearYou're in our thought and in our prayersHeaven hold you in God's tender careAnd I look forward to meeting you there. All My Love... Aunt Linda
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We Will Always Remember - R&R
Michael Gregori
We remember if it was yesterday, the day we had to say goodbye. It was much to soon, but God called on you to fly.
We remember holding both of you and not wanting to let go. Imagining years of fun playing and watching you quickly grow.
We remember all the tears cried and the last moments rubbing your hands and little feet. However very short our time together was, at least we had the chance to meet.
We remember being comforted by the fact that at least you have each other. Always someone to play with in heaven and call your twin brother.
We remember trying to memorize your faces so we are never far apart. You touched us deeply and left a forever lasting imprint in our hearts.
We will always remember.
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Everyday
Tracy Sumpter
EVERYDAY
TODAY WOULD HAVE BEEN YOUR SPECIAL DAY.
THE DAY THAT WOULD HAVE MADE OUR FAMILY COMPLETE.
BUT THIS DAY DIDN'T COME WITH MUCH HAPPINESS; INSTEAD IT COMES WITH MUCH PAIN.
I SIT HERE AND ASK A LOT OF QUESTIONS.
WHAT IF YOU WERE HERE AND WE WOULD HAVE BEEN ABLE TO KISS OUR SWEET BABIES LIPS.
IF WE WERE ABLE TO HOLD YOU CLOSE AND SMELL THAT SWEET BABY SMELL.
KNOWING THAT YOU WOULD HAVE COME EARLY WAS EXPECTED BUT AS EARLY AS YOU DID WAS NOT. WHEN THAT EARLY DAY CAME OUR LIFE STOPPED AS IF WE COULDN'T GO ON.
JUST THINKING OF WHAT COULD HAVE BEEN AND BEING ABLE TO LAUGH AND SMILE AT OUR BABIES EACH AND EVERY DAY HAS VANISHED. THE MEMORY OF YOUR FACES AND THE PICTURES OF YOU BEAUTIFUL FEET WILL ALWAYS BE WITH US. ONE DAY WE WILL JOIN YOU IN THAT MYSTICAL PLACE BUT UNTIL THEN WE WILL THINK OF OUR ANGELS EVERY DAY.
WRITTEN BY: TRACY IN MEMORY OF HER 3 ANGELS CHEYENNE GRACE, RILEY JOSEPH, AIDEN SAMUEL
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Ode to Brooke
Jennifer Hollister
Ode to Brooke
The sun reaches and touches the gentle brook,
Surface glistens, a string of diamonds, all in a row
She frolics, trickles and giggles over golden gravel
As she winds and turns, onward flow
Ever will we know the true depths of the little brook
Or what she has fully imparted to the willow
A flawless mirror, she reflects the short bloom of the flower
Nary a perfect image, a ripple that expands in our sorrow
Where purity and innocence join their tiny hands
The creation of a vibrant rainbow
A radiance that can be seen
As far as the winds do blow
Matter not how small in size
Mighty brook does endlessly go
In our hearts, and in our minds
Her peace and love we will always know
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Darkness
Jason Seiler
Only in the darkness do I truly see what's inside me
As I bleed and scream to be set free
As the moon swiftly sweeps across the night sky
And the stars stand silently still through all the chaos
Never speaking of the sorrow that drowns out your dreams
Only watching and waiting in their dark sea
Each one the eyes of a thousand angels
Their pain hidden in the day's sunshine
But always there all the same
Returning each night to haunt you
To remind you of angels lost to the darkness
Left only to wink in the night
Your anger buried under the empty curtain
Night's play repeated
Day after day
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For Marlee
Unknown
A million times I've missed you, a million times I've cried.
If love alone could have saved you, you never would have died.
To some you are forgotten, to others just part of the past;
but to me who loved and lost you, your love will always last.
It broke my heart to lose you, you didn't go alone,
for my life went with you -sweetheart- the day angels called you home.
For things on earth didn't matter, but now I feel so alone,
My heart will always be broken, my life will never be whole.
We might be parted for awhile, our hearts will always be together
for one day soon we will hold hands again forever.
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Man in Grief
Unknown
To be a man in grief, since "men don't cry" and "men are strong", no tears can bring relief.
It must be very difficult to stand up to the test and field calls and visitors so she can get some rest.
They always ask if she's alright and what she's going through,
But seldom take his hand and ask, "My friend, but how are you?"
He hears her crying in the night and thinks his heart will break.
He dries her tears and comforts her, but "stays strong" for her sake.
It must be very difficult to start each day anew
And try to be so very brave. He lost his baby too.
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Grandma's Tears
Betty - Grandma of 2 Angels
She was born an ‘Angel’
As amazing as that seems
It wasn’t her time to be here
Now she greets me in my dreams
We waited for the special day
Of our darling ‘Angels’ birth
With loads of joy within our hearts
Plans of happiness and mirth
I remember her now with teardrops
Falling gently every day
Reminding me how much I miss her
In each and every way
She’s our very special ‘Angel’
One I didn’t get to hold
Because she was too precious
A gift from God we’re told
Through Grandma’s tears I dream about
Embracing her to sooth her cries
Rocking her gently to and fro
And humming soft, loving lullabies
I’m sending my love and kisses to heaven
So our ‘Angel’ will realize
I’ll keep her always in my heart
To stop the tears falling from my eyes
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