Surrounding you are angels, They are there to guide your path, If weakness overcomes you, They'll give you strength if you will ask. They are your protection When life seems too hard to bear, And though you feel alone at times, The angels ... they are there. Their faces may be hidden And their voices you might not hear, But they are ALWAYS with you, Through your laughter or your tears.   They'll walk along beside you, They'll guide your steps along the way, They'll comfort you and hold you, Protect you night and day. They'll hold to your hand tightly, They'll not ever let it go, And they'll gently lead you forward, Taking each step very slow. For even as you slumber, They watch closely over you; They are there beside you In each and every thing you do.   When life is overwhelming, And your spirit has grown tired, Know they'll be there for you, To uplift and to inspire. And when you're torn and lonely, And you see no hope ahead, Know that they will nourish you, Your spirit will be fed. And if there comes a time in life That your heart has been broken, Hear the words, "I'm here, my child," And know your angel has spoken.   For even in the darkest hour, When all of hope seems gone, They'll give you strength to live your life, And desire to go on. And if your faith in Heaven, Should ever fade away, They'll help renew your spirit, And help you find your way. Even though you're ever filled with doubt, About the life you live, Know that they are there to give you All that they can give.   They'll help you in your times in need, They'll wipe away your tears, They'll show to you compassion, They'll calm your raging fears. They'll hold your hand and direct you, Should you fall from your path, They'll lift you up to steady you, All you need do is ask. For you see, the Father sent them, Because to Him, you mean so much, That He sent them "just for you," my friend, And your life, they will touch.   For when you were within the womb, The angels were selected, To guide you through your lifetime, To ensure you were protected. They will always be here, They will "never" leave your side; And upon their strength and guidance, You always may rely. For even when the time comes For you to say "goodbye," The angels will be with you, They will lift you to the skies.   From the time you were conceived, Until the time of death, The angels, they are with you, With each and every breath. And nothing is too difficult for you, My friend, to face, For you have been presented with A gift of our Lord's grace. He has given unto you A protector that is there, To share your burdens with you, With Heaven's utmost care.   And no one knows you better, Than your angels know you, dear, For every day that you have spent on earth, They, too, were here. Take comfort in their guidance, Draw strength from up above, And know that their sweet presence, Is God's precious gift of love.

 

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I know it will be especially hard

for I’m not there with you.

But I’m sending you all my love,
on this Mother’s Day
 

Even though I’m not there

in sight for you to see.

I am always right beside you

holding you ever so close to me.
 

You haven’t stopped being my mom

I am forever your precious one.

A bond as strong as Mother and Child

can never be undone.

 
I honor you from Heaven now

through our family you will see.

For they will show love from them

and also love from me.

 

Hearing “Happy Mothers Day”

how painful it’s become.

But when you hear it said to you

know it’s from your precious one.

 

“Happy Mothers Day”  Mom

I’ll be right there by your side.

Having my arms around you

holding you with pride.

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BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN

. 
I HEARD YOU CRYING YESTERDAY
AND FELT YOUR HEART SENT LOVE
SO I'M SENDING YOU THIS MESSAGE
FROM HEAVEN UP ABOVE

. 

YOU'RE WONDERING IF I'LL CELEBRATE
MY BIRTHDAY WAY UP HERE
I KNOW YOU'LL BE MISSING ME
I FEEL YOUR ESSENCE NEAR

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GOD PLANNED A SPECIAL DAY FOR ME
HE TOLD ME WITH A WINK
HE ORDERED ME A SPECIAL CAKE
IT'S ANGEL FOOD I THINK

.

I'M GETTING LOTS OF HUGS FROM GOD
HE'S REALLY GOOD AT THAT
AND EVERY TIME I WALK BY
HE GIVES MY HEAD A PAT

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BALLOONS WILL FILL THE STREETS FOR ME
THEY FLOAT UP THRU THE CLOUDS
AND WE HAVE LOTS OF CLOWNS UP HERE
THEY MAKE US LAUGH OUT LOUD

I'VE MADE SO MANY FRIENDS UP HERE
WE LAUGH AND PLAY AND SING
WE ENJOY THE MOUNTAINS AND SUNSHINE
AND WE SLEEP IN ANGELS WINGS

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I'LL HAVE MY CAKE AND ICE CREAM
AND OPEN MY GIFTS WITH SURPRISE
BUT WE DON'T BLOW OUT CANDLES HERE
INSTEAD WE LIGHT THE SKIES

When tomorrow starts without me,
& I'm not there to see;
If the sun should rise & find Ur eyes,
all filled with tears for me;
I wish so much U wouldn't cry,
the way U did today,
while thinking of the many things,
we didn't get 2 say.
I know how much U love me,
as much as I love U,
& each time that you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too;
But when tomorrow starts without me,
please try 2 understand,
that an Angel came & called my name,
& took me by the hand,
& said my place was ready,
in heaven far above,
& that I'd have to leave behind,
all those I dearly love.
But as I turned to walk away,
a tear fell from my eye,
for all life, I'd always thought,
I didn't want to die.
I had so much 2 live for,
so much yet to do,
it seemed almost impossible,
that I was leaving U.
I thought of all the yesterdays,
the good ones & the bad,
I thought of all the love we shared,
& all the fun we had.
If I could relive yesterday,
just even for awhile,
I'd say goodbye & kiss you & maybe see U smile But then I fully realized,
that this could never be,
for emptiness and memories,
would take the place of me.

And when I thought of worldly things,
I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did,
my heart was filled with sorrow.

But when I walked through heaven's gates,
I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me,
from His great golden throne,

He said, "This is eternity,
and all I've promised you".
Today for life on earth is past,
but here it starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow,
but today will always last,
and since each day's the same day,
there's no longing for the past.

But you have been so faithful,
so trusting and so true.
Though there were times you did some things,
you knew you shouldn't do.
But you have been forgiven
and now at last you're free.
So won't you take my hand
and share my life with me?

So when tomorrow starts without me,
don't think we're far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I'm right here, in your heart.

Dear Bettie and sweet angel Amanda. I have been keeping you both in my heart and in my prayers, and Misty too. Amanda, please send your mom and sister some signs, let them know that even though you feel so far away, you are really right beside them. Bettie, I miss your letters. I hope you are safe and things are all right with you.  I will keep you all close to my heart. With much love, Nancy, Mother of an angel named Matthew

 

 

Angels come swiftly, hurry to our side

Carry our hearts back with you, to our children in heaven now reside.

Carry them gently, handle them with care

And take them to their sides, and gently lay them there.

Whisper to them of our love, and our longing hearts

All our lonely aching while we are apart.

Hold them gently to you, and let them see our love

Let them see this, our valentine to them above.

Reassure them of our love, that it is still the same

And gently hold us when we cry, when we hear them whisper our names.

Let this exchange of love be our valentine

And whisper to them that our love will stand the test of time.

Show them the memories are safely held inside

And with us they will always abide.

Let them see this day, a day filled with our love

As we shed our tears, and whisper their names, to our Valentines above.

 

If I had a dozen roses I know just what I’d do

I’d give each one a name that reminded me of you

The first rose I’d name sunshine cause you brighten everyday The second would be beauty the kind that never goes away 

 

The third one would be priceless like those hugs you gave to me I’d name the fourth rose silly oh how funny you could be Rose five of course is patience something you have helped me find The sixth rose I’d call memories the precious gift you left behind 

 

The seventh and the eight rose would for sure be faith and grace ,Nine would be unique because no one can take your place The tenth rose well that’s easy I’d simply name it love

Eleven I’d call angel I know you’re watching from above

  

I’d think about that twelfth rose and I'd really take my time,After all these roses are for you my Valentine

I’m sending them to heaven in every color that I know'So number twelve I’ll name forever that’s how long I’ll love you so

 

Christmas Without You

              The lights are blinking merrily
              The tinsel’s on the tree
              It sits there in the window
              For all the world to see.

              The house is filled with holly
              And pinecone scents the air
              The Christmas cards keep coming
              Each one is hung with care.

              The gifts are tied with ribbons red
              And topped with pretty bows
              I’m done with all the details
              As far as Christmas goes.

              The fire is softly glowing
              I think about your touch
              But Christmas isn’t Christmas
              I miss you oh, so much.

              If I could have just anything
              My Christmas wish would be
              To wake up in the morning
              And find you here with me.  

              I reminisce our Christmas’ past
              The joy and love we shared
              Moonlit walks and midnight talks
              And ways you showed you cared.

              Staring at your picture
              I long to be set free
              Tonight the tears are streaming
              As I hold it next to me.  

              Flakes of snow swirl through the air
              I’m braced for stormy weather
              I wait for brighter days ahead
              When we can be together.  

              So hold a place in heaven dear
              Someday when life is through 
              I’ll be the Christmas angel
              Who shares this day with you.

I see the countless CHRISTMAS TREES around the world below
with tiny lights like HEAVEN’S STARS reflecting on the snow.

The sight is so SPECTACULAR please wipe away that tear
for I am spending CHRISTMAS WITH JESUS CHRIST this year.

I hear the many CHRISTMAS SONGS that people hold so dear
but the SOUND OF MUSIC can't compare with the CHRISTMAS CHOIR up here.

I have no words to tell you of the JOY their voices bring
for it is beyond description to HEAR THE ANGELS SING.

I know HOW MUCH YOU MISS ME, I see the pain inside your heart
for I am spending CHRISTMAS WITH JESUS CHRIST this year.

I can't tell you of the SPLENDOR or the PEACE here in this place
Can you just imagine CHRISTMAS WITH OUR SAVIOR face to face

I'll ask him to LIFT YOUR SPIRIT as I tell him of your love
so then PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER as you lift your eyes above.

Please let your HEARTS BE JOYFUL and let your SPIRIT SING
for I am spending CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN and I’m walking WITH THE KING

light a candle,
see it glow,
watch it dance,
when you feel low,
think of me,
think of light,
I'll always be here,
day or night,
a candle flickers,
out of sight,
but in your heart,
I still burn bright,
think not of sadness,
that I'm not near,
think of gladness,
and joyous cheer,
I have not left,
I am not gone,
I'm here to stay
my little one,
so when you light a candle
and you see it glow
and you watch it dance
in your heart you'll know
that I would never leave you
even when you feel so blue
I'm sitting up here with the Lord
and now watching over you

Alicia,

As I sit here reading all these condolences... I find myself wondering what you were like.  What did your laugh sound like?  The sound of your voice? What thoughts went through your mind... thoughts that you didn't share with others, that no one else heard or even knew you were thinking?  They say that the eyes are the windows to the soul so I looked at the pictures of you and tried to peer into your eyes... and all I saw was a beautiful light and felt an overwhelming sense of calmness.  Why I feel that way I'm not sure... we never met... but yet I feel I know you.  That is a hard thing for me to understand.  I knew OF you... I knew your name was Alicia... I had heard you were a beautiful girl... that you were shy and fun to be around... but I never got the opportunity to get to know you personally.  I met our sister Misty today and as she shared stories of you with me, my mind raced with so many thoughts and as she showed me the pictures from this site... I was awestruck.  I thought, "wow... here sits a sister I have never met until today showing me pictures and telling me stories about a sister I didn't get to meet in this life" but when the day comes that I depart this world... I hope you are one of the first persons I get to meet... then we can go sit on a cloud and get to know each other better.  So until then....

 

with love... your other brother.

I believe there are angels among us
Sent down to us from somewhere up above
They come to you and me in our darkest hours
To show us how to live
To teach us how to give
To guide us with the light of love

The the other day God called you home
to live with Him above.
He said, “It’s time my precious child
to feel my arms of love”.
He opened up the pearly gates
and ushered you inside.
Then smiled at you and welcomed you
with His arms open wide.

I can only imagine what Heaven's like
but I’m sure you stood in awe.
I can picture you in Jesus arms
just taking in it all.
I know you longed to be with Him
to see His gentle face.
To look into His loving eyes
and feel His sweet embrace.
I’m sure you fell upon your knees and worshipped at his feet. Then joined the choir singing songs and melodies so sweet. You lived your life down here on earth by serving God above. And now you’ll spend eternity singing Him songs of love.
Oh how you loved Him all your days,
you gave Him your whole life.
Your love for Jesus shone so bright
even in times of strife.
You shared His love by how you lived
you gave him everything.
And I can hear Him say, “Well done”,
for living for the King.

Thank you for your faithfulness
for trusting in the Lord.
For all the times you prayed for me
you deserve His best reward.
I know each day you said a prayer
for family and each friend.
And I know that you were faithful
and prayed until the end.

I know you’re up in heaven now,
your face I cannot see.
But all those precious memories
will always stay with me.
I knew someday you’d leave this earth
and live with God above.
But I will keep you in my heart
and think of you with love.

There are times when only a Mother's love Can understand our tears, Can soothe our disappointments And calm all of our fears. There are times when only a Mother's love Can share the joy we feel When something we have dreamed about Quite suddenly is real. There are times when only a Mother's faith Can help us on life's way And inspire in us the confidence We need from day to day. For a Mother's heart and a Mother's faith And a Mother's steadfast love Were fashioned by the Angels And sent from God above...

When God opens Heaven's gates
As we cross that gulf so wide,
The arms of Jesus open
As our soul will there abide.
When God opens heaven's gates
We'll see beauty all around,
Our loved ones, too, will greet us,
As we leave this earth behind.
When God opens Heaven's gates
There'll be singing angels there,
The awesome peace and joyfulness
Will permeate the air.
As God opens Heaven's gates
And His Light takes place of day,
Jesus welcomes us forever
As the ones who found "The Way."

I feel deeply for ur loss. I too loss my daughter, Annie at the tender age of 17 to a car accident.  I Know it is hard to go on when u feel so alone.  My family too has moved on and I findit very hard to believe she is gone.  If you would like to talk sometime, u can reach me at katherinesgranny@yahoo.com. I would like that... it is 5 yrs on May 24th . 

Dear Mr Hallmark,

I am witting to you from heaven, and though it might appear.
A rather strange idea, I see everything from here.
I just popped in to visit, your stores to find a card.
A card of love for my mother, as this day for her is hard.

There must be some mistake I thought, Every card you could imagine. Except I could not fine a card, from a child who lives in heaven.

She is still a mother too, no matter were I reside.
I had to leave, she understands, but oh the tears she's cried.

I thought that if I wrote you, that you would come to know,
That though I live in heaven now, I still love my mother so.

She talks with me, she dreams with me, we still share laughter too. Memories are our way of speaking now, could you see what you could do.

My mother she carries me in her heart, her tears she hides from sight. She writes poems to honor me, sometimes far into the night.

She plants flowers in my garden, there my living memory dwells. She writes to other grieving parents, trying to ease their pain as well.

So you see Mr Hallmark, though I no longer live on earth.
I must find a way to remind her of her woundrous worth.
She needs to be honored, and remembered too.
Just as the children, on earth will do.

Thank you Mr Hallmark, I know you'll do your best.
I have done all I can do, to you I'll leave the rest.
Find a way to tell her, how much she means to me.
Until I can do it for myself, when she joins me in eternity

Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.

I am the thousand winds that blow,
I am the glints on fallen snow.

I am the sunlight on golden grain,
I am the autumn's gentle rain.

When you awaken in the morning hush,
I am that swift uplifting rush

Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.

Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there, I did not die.

Dear Amanda,

Hope you had a wonderful Birthday with all our Angels, lighting up our skies with your celebrations.

Please stay close to your dear family, leaving them small signs of your love, peace and strength.

Love and Blessings Denise mum to James. http://james-kneale.memory-of.com xxx

I am just visiting here, your beautiful daughter's site. I am very sorry of the loss of her to your family, Bettie, and I am glad that you can remember her with such beautiful memories and photos here. Thank you for sharing your beautiful child's life. Visha

Dear Amanda,

Happy Birthday in Heaven. I have ask my son, Chad, to ask you to share a birthday dance. His birthday is in a couple of weeks. You can celebrate together. I know that you will enjoy his company. He is such a gentleman and always looked out for the girls. He will watch out for you too. It is how he is, my Chad. Enjoy your birthday in Heaven and come see your Mom in her dreams.

 

Thoughts and prayers are with you Amanda and with your loving family,

Rita Edmonds-Norris.

Mother of Chad Norris

www.Chadly-Do-Right.virtual-memorials.com

A birthday up in heaven....
Imagine all the joy it brings
To blow out all your candles
And not wish for anything.

To hear the angels sing to you
A happy birthday song.
To know that everything is right
And nothing ever will be wrong.

To eat as much cake as you want
And not count the calories.
To open up your present...
A big box of memories.

To reach out from above the clouds
Retrieving a balloon.
To see it came from those you love
Knowing they will join you soon.

To realize on your birthday
You won't be counting years.
To smile and laugh and giggle
Never shedding any tears.

To travel down to earth again
As they celebrate your day.
To help them all to understand
You really didn't go away.

To finally have the one you've missed
Come running when you call.
A birthday up in heaven
.Is waiting for us all.

I am so sorry for the loss of your precious Amanda and I, too, know your loss,

loss of my 30 year old daughter, Kanda.  It seems we are both members

of GP and I want to again thank you for emailing the remembrance of Kanda's

anniversary date of 4/13/04.  I also noticed that Amanda was born in May,

same as my daughter and you lost her 10 months after we lost Kanda.

 

It seems life can be so cruel and out of control, to lose a child, grandchild

and sibling is the worst loss of all, we can't help but wonder why.

 

I do very much love this wonderful website, have never seen one like this

one, love the way Amanda's pictures flows gently over the the home page.

 

My dearest hugs to Amanda's family

Dianna

Kanda's Mom4ever and Kanda4ever 30

God's love is all around us and beautiful it is to see,
Like Autumn leaves a'falling and the rippling of the sea.
Like flowers in full bloom with colors glowing bright,
Like fireflies all around us, just lighting up the night.

God's love is in a RAINBOW shining in the sky,
and with the little birds that are ever flying high.
In our little children, precious one and all,
In Winter and the Springtime, the Summer and the Fall.

God's love is on the mountain, where the trees are very green,
and down in the valley where much of life is seen.
In a time of sorrow God's love is surely found,
When all your friends and loved ones are come to gather round.

God's love is not just things that we can see or own,
It's also what's inside us...
to help to take us home...

Please, everybody, don't feel sad. I understand how bad you all feel inside. I know it must seem so awful to you, but there's no reason to be blue. Everything's okay, don't you see? Turn that frown upside down. I'm in Heaven now, singing with the pretty angels.

I'm so very sorry for your loss.  You have a very beautiful daughter. I know my son is watching over her, that's his nature. God Bless you and your family. You are in my heart and prayers. xxoo Susan

 

                   

 

 

                              

 

 

                                           

 

 

                                 

 

 

 

 

 

                              

                       

 

 

I saw Amanda site and was drawn to it she was the same age as my Brittney and was also lost the same year. Maybe it's true only God chooses the best, I know the pain never seems to get any easier. I have questioned all that I believe in. I will never understand the reasons for losing for losing a child. Please know you are not alone. I will pray for you and that maybe someday we will both have peace.
Tammy Bastin www. brittney-shoap.last-memories.com

It's me again from Heaven
With a message from above
Feel my spirit all around you
As I sprinkle you with love

I have watched you as your tears flow
I have heard your silent screams
I know you sleep with visions...
Of me visiting your dreams

I have come and sat beside you
Placed my hands upon your face
Wiped away the many teardrops
I so wish I could erase

I have watched you every day now
Seen such pain within your eyes
I just wish that there were some way
I could help you realize...

I am happy up in Heaven
In this peaceful loving place
Where I will be here waiting
To welcome you with my embrace

You will join me here in Heaven
When your time comes you will see
Leave your Earthly cares behind you
Travel on to where your free

I have heard you ask to go now
But there is more for you to do
I promise I'll be waiting
In your time to come get you

Until that day does happen
Feel the love I send your way
Every single moment...
Of every single day

Hello Bettie,

I am so, so very sorry that I didn't come here and send words of comfort for you on Jan 17th.  It's very difficult to explain, but the birthdays and the day that our children left us, are simply unbearable at times.  Andrew has been in Heaven for two and a half years now, so we're approaching the 3 year mark in July.  I wish you hugs, prayers, love and an everlasting shoulder to cry on if you need a friend, an open ear to listen when you just need to unload, but above all, I wish you inner peace in learning to "live again."  I agree with Garth Brooks..."Learning to live again is killing me."  Just know that I understand.

Be Blessed,

Debi

http://andrew-collins.last-memories.com

Don't think of her as gone away...

Her jouney's just begun.Life holds so many facets...This earth is only one.Just think of her as resting fromthe sorrow and the tears.In a place of warmth and comfort,where there are no days and years.Think how she must be wishing,that we could know today.How nothing but our sadness canreally pass away!

And think of her as living in the

hearts of those she touched.For nothing loved is ever lost...and she was loved so much!

amanda you and sherry are with all the angels in heaven.. send angel kisses and hugs to everyone. the both of you's will be always missed and loved

Little angels in the sky bring your rainbows from the sky plant it deep in our soul so we know your angels light Guide us when we need to know show us all the way to go light beside us every day angels guide us every day many paths we walk and know rainbows dream we all know when it's time to make or break stay with us and guide us all rainbow angels light the sky then the children won't cry many souls have come and gone light the darkness were it mourns shine the light in angels path light beside us now contained spark the light every day then take those souls away Angels guide us through our path keep the sun on out path spark the rainbow every day then the sun won't stay away