Angelversary

Today is Ryan's second angelversary. It is so hard to believe that it has been two years since our baby boy joined the safe and loving arms of God. At 8:02 P.M. Dana and I gave our final hugs and kisses as our baby boy quietly slipped into eternal peace. Forever 8:02 will be etched in my brain. Below is the poem that we printed inside his memorial card. Although it brings tears to my eyes, it is a gentle reminder that he is with me every single day.

Don't Mourn For Me

Please don't mourn for me; I'm still here, though you don't see.

I'm right by your side, each night and day

and within your heart I long to stay.

My body is gone but I'm always near. I'm everything you

feel, see, or hear.

My spirit is free, but I'll never depart

as long as you keep me alive in your heart.

I'll never wander out of your sight-I'm the brightest star

on a summer night. I'll never be beyond your reach-

I'm the warm moist sand when you're at the beach.

I'm the colorful leaves when fall comes around,

And the pure white snow that blankets the ground.

I'm the beautiful flowers of which you're so fond-

The clear cool water in a quiet pond.

I'm the first blossom you'll see in the spring;

the first warm raindrop that April will bring.

I'm the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine,

and you'll see that the face in the moon is mine.

When you start thinking there's no one to love you,

you can talk to me through the Lord above you.

I'll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees,

and you'll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze.

I'm the hot salty tears that flow when you weep

and the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep.

I'm the smile you see on a baby's face. Just look for me

I'm everyplace!

(Author Unknown)