To Comfort You . . . / A. Poem For You Heavenly Frolic
by Lisa Richardson
Seeping deep within my bones
Dampness and cold
Send a chorus of shivers down my spine
Rain clouds hover
Ominously above me
Casting gloom across the mournful night
Heartache and despair
Weigh heavily on my shoulders
Softly fallen raindrops
Cascade onto my face
Like perfectly formed pearls
I pull my coat tightly around me
Once again I shiver as the distant hooting of a night owl startles me
Lost within my grief the night passed on by not a sound to be heard
My thoughts wander to you wondering where you are
Slowly but surely, you make your presence felt
At first it was just a slow realization that I wasn't alone
The tiny hairs on my arms started to stand up with the knowledge
I rose from the spot where I sat with trepidation and uncertainty
As I looked toward you the feeling of relief and disbelief washed over me
Like a tidal wave set on its course unable to stop
Emotions flooded through me raging out of control
A smile played across your mouth as you watched the conflict of emotions inside me
The next thing I remember is the warmth of your embrace
You spoke to me with love and affection
The tears started to flow again
Creating a deep seated cleansing in my soul
You showed me wonders beyond my comprehension
You took me on a tour of heaven
We sat and listened
To the chorus of angels singing in tune to the universe
Their perfect crystal voices piercing to my very being
Their perfect faces and golden wings are etched on my memory forever
I heard the sound of thunder and lightening booming in the distance
You turned to me as I inquired as to its origin
And said "Honey, that's not thunder and lightening. That's the voice of God"
I gasped as I realized what you meant
"But, but God's not real," I said
You looked at me and replied
"Oh yes he is Honey, he is very real
Who do you think created the wonder of heaven and earth?
One day you will understand God and all his wonders
When it is your turn to arrive here, I will be waiting for you.
But for now, you must go back and finish your journey"
Then you leaned across and kissed me
That was the last I remember of you
As I drifted off into sleep on the fluffiest and whitest of clouds I had ever seen
I awoke the next morning within the safety of my bed
The sun was streaming through the windows heralding the arrival of a new day
The birds were singing and the bees a buzzing
Somewhere down the street a neighbour was mowing the lawn striving for perfection
I snuggled down deeper under the covers
And pondered the events of the night before, wondering if it was real or imagined
When the distant echo of an angels' chorus played a serenade deep within my soul
The faint but tangible smell of your cologne lingered in the crisp morning air
The reverberations of that booming voice pulsed in my spirit
It made me realise just how small and insignificant we are in God's grand scheme of things
And it's not for us to question God, only to live our lives and to accept his will
From Steven - To My Mom . . . / FOR MY BEAUTIFUL MOM .. .. ..
MOM, . . . This KISS is JUST for YOU!!
Thanks for being MYMOM!!
I LOVEYOU!!
BIGGER THAN THE SKY!!!
Steven
Kiss was sent "Special Delivery" on
February 15, 2006
My beautiful boy / Catherine Steven,s Mum hi Steven i have got news for you but you probley know already Jeff and Linda got engaged today we are delighted for them they are getting marrird early next year wish you could be with us but i know you are with us in sprit love and miss you so very much hugs to you always Mumxxxxxx
Happy Halloween Steven With Love! / Melissa Eiler (Friend~Connected By "Our Angels"~ )
An Angel in Heaven / Melissa Bither (Someone passing by ) As you suffer, let the pain
you experience shape
your compassion toward
others. Then, in time, your
compassion will shape the
hearts of those around you
who need a healing touch.
Happy Birthday Steven! / Carol Pizzi (Angel Debbie's Mom )
"I'll send you for a little time A child of mine, He said, For you to love the while he lives And mourn for when he's dead.
It may be forty or fifty years, Or even two or three But will you, till I call him back, Take care of him, for me?
He'll bring his charms to gladden you, And should his stay be brief, You'll have his lovely memories As solace for your grief.
I cannot promise he will stay, Since all from earth return, But there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn.
I've looked this wide world over In my search for teachers true. And from the throngs that crowd life's lanes I have selected you.
Now, will you give him all your love, Nor think the labor vain, Nor hate me when I come to call To take him back again."
I fancied that I heard him say, 'Dear Lord thy will be done.' For all the joy thy child shall bring, The risk of grief we'll run.
We'll shelter him with tenderness, We'll love him while we may And for the happiness we've known, Forever grateful stay.
But should the angels call for him Much sooner than we've planned, We'll brave the bitter grief that comes, And try to understand.
And For My Family too!! / To My MOM .. .. .. From Steven .. .. ..
Dearest Family,
There are some things I'd like to say. But first of all, you need to know, That I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with god above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through. God picked me up and hugged me and said "I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man". God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you... in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years. Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; But together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too; That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain; Then you can say to God at night.... "My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented... that my life was worthwhile. Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low; Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street and you've got Me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go... from that body to be free. Remember you're not going... you're coming here to me.
I LOVE YOU!!
BIGGER THAN THE SKY!!!
- steven
A Poem for Catherine / Marla Williamson Milo's Mom (A Forever Friend )
MY CHILD
On the day God took you I thought I would die I wondered where the time went? I asked a lot of whys? With people all around me I felt alone inside From all their words of comfort I couldn't seem to hide. I thought I might be dreaming That I'd wake and find you here, I thought "This can't be happening," As I wiped another tear. On the day that you were laid to rest My heart broke yet again, I wondered if the pain would end, But mostly, I wondered when?? It's hard to be without you At times the days seem long, Sometimes I sit here crying, When there's nothing really wrong. I wish we'd had more time, Before your life was done, I hope you're resting peacefully, My Steven, My precious Son.
January 29, 2006
Dearest Catherine and Son, Steven,
I have visited your beautiful website at Memory-of.com. I feel as though I know both of you.
The pain of losing a child at such a tender, young age, must be truly overwhelming. My heart goes out to you, and you are in my prayers.
I have found comfort in knowing that our children no longer suffer as they did while they were on earth. And I know that God "holds" each child as his/her mother would do. Full of love and understanding for the hurt and pain they have endured.
Steven is the whisper in the wind. He will never leave you.
Thank you, sweet STEVEN, for your contribution to your family, and to the world. The world is a much better place for having had YOU in it.
I can't wait to meet you on the other side.
My love,
Your forever friend,
Marla
I cannot imagine the pain of loosing one so young. / Ty's Mom Yet I can relate to your pain. I am so sorry and know it is hard to get up and carry on some days. Just keep trying. Wake up and put one foot in front of the other and continue on for Steven. I wish I could say that one day it would be better, but I am only on this road myself for 2 years and 10 months. I can honestly say that I have great days now - not all of them. Not a day goes by that I do not think of my precious son and I know that is true for you and each of us on this forum. My prayers are with you. Don't lose heart.
Missing you / Catherinr Costello (mum) My baby i miss you so much I will always be with you love mum
new year / Catherine Costello (mum) Happy new year darling wish i was spending it with you love you so very much some day we will be together miss your hugs and kisses forever mumxxxxxx
happy new year / Gina/Wesleys Mum Happy new year to you sweet Steven, and to your mum Catherine and the rest of your family. I will be thinking of you over this weekend. Shine down bright on your mum tonight she is lonely without you. All my love always, Gina (Wesleys mum) xx
happy christmas / Tara Costello (sister)
hey steven happy christmas hope you have a nice one say hello to my mam miss you lots. lots of love your sister tara
My precious Angel / Catherine Costello (mum) Another christmas without you steven and it still hurts Imiss you so much everyone sends there love I was watching vidios of you and all of us today i still cant beleive you are gone sometimes when i wake up in the morning for a moment i forget you are gone i go down and sit in your room and talk to you i miss you so much you are my beautiful little boy i love you so much goodnight darling love you so much. mum
david is with you now / Catherine Costello (mum) Hi darling you have a friend with you now give david a big hug from his mum love and miss you so much steven always with me mum
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