~ God's Lent Child ~
written by: Edgar L. Guest
I'll lend you for a little while, a child of Mine, God said.
For you to love the while he lives, and mourn for when he's dead.
It may be six or seven years, or twenty-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 the wide world over in My search for teachers true,
And from the throngs that crowd lifes 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 this lent child back again?
I fancied that I heard them 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, will ever grateful stay.
But shall the angels call for him much sooner than we planned,
We'll brave the bitter grief that comes and try to understand.
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~ I'm An Angel Now ~
written by: Janice Grogen
One night I cried to Jesus as I sat beneath a tree
I looked into the open sky and hoped He'd answer me...
I'm lost dear Lord, I've traveled far, but still I seem to roam
Please light the way and lead me Lord, I need to get back home...
I told Him of my burdens, and of the sadness in my heart
That from His gracious love, I'd never felt so far apart...
Why did you take my child Lord? I cannot understand!
No longer can I touch his face, or hold his tiny hand...
I'm angry Lord, I'm missing him, I'm drowning in my sorrow
Please help to heal my yesterday and face each new tomorrow...
It was then I heard his gentle voice and felt his presence near
How I wanted so to hold him as I cried another tear...
He said "Mommy, I'm an angel now my spirit will be free
I'm an angel now in Heaven, so please don't cry for me
I was chosen by our Lord above and now I'm in His care
When you need me, look inside your heart, I promise to be there
No one can ever take away our bond with one another
For I'll always be your precious child, as you will be my mother
So if you cannot find your way, or the road to home seems far
Just look up to the Heavens...and Ill be your guiding star!"
He said "Mommy, I'm an angel now My spirit will be free
I'm an angel now in Heaven, no need to cry for me..."
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~ My Mom Is A Survivor ~
written by: Kay Des'Ormeaux
My mom is a survivor, or so I've heard it said...
But I can hear her crying at night, when all others are in bed.
I watch her lay awake at night, and go to hold her hand...
She does not know I'm with her, to help her understand.
But like the sands on the beach, that never wash away...
I watch over my surviving mom, who thinks of me each day.
She wears a smile for others...a smile of disguise!
But through Heaven's door I see...tears flowing from her eyes.
My mom tries to cope with death, to keep my memory alive...
But anyone who truly knows her, knows it is her way to survive.
As I watch over my surviving mom, through Heaven's open door...
I try to tell her that angels protect me forevermore.
I know that does not help her, or ease the burden that she bears...
So if you get a chance, go visit her...and show her that you care.
For no matter was she says..no matter what she feels...
My surviving mom has a broken heart, that time will never heal.
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~ You Will Never Be Forgotten ~
written by: Jessica Andrews
I’ll always see your face
The corner of your smile
And all the little things that no one will ever know
Like it was yesterday, won’t ever fade away
Goodbye is just a word that I will never say
You will never be forgotten
A million days could pass us by
But what is time but just a dream
Oh I still feel you here with me
You’re more than just a memory
Oh you will never be forgotten
I can‘t hold your hand
Or look into your eyes
And when I talk to you
It just echoes in my mind
But If hearts are made of dust
And if we fell from the stars
I look up tonight and know just where you are
You will never be forgotten
A million days could pass us by
But what is time but just a dream
Oh I still feel you here with me
You’re more than just a memory
Oh you will never be forgotten
And the world just keeps on going
It has no way of knowing
That you’re gone
You will never be forgotten
A million days could pass us by
But what is time but just a dream
Oh I still feel you here with me
You’re more than just a memory
Oh you will never be forgotten
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~ When An Angel Goes To Heaven ~
written by: Daliah McBride
When an angel goes to Heaven God stands with open arms
to cradle and to comfort her, to keep her safe from harm.
When an angel goes to Heaven precious memories are left behind.
Of innocence, warmth and that special smile forever in your mind.
When an angel goes to Heaven she tells of wonderful times.
How Mommy, Daddy, Sister, Brother and family were loving and so very kind.
When an angel goes to Heaven she misses your gentle touch
She asks God to be sure to tell you she loves you very much.
When an angel goes to Heaven she asks even one more request
that God will comfort those she loved and to know she's with the best.
When an angel goes to Heaven a part of you goes too.
Knowing you will be joined with her again, when your journey here is through.
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~ The Elephant In The Room ~
written by: Terry Kettering
There's an elephant in the room.
It is large and squatting, so it is hard to get around it.
Yet we squeeze by with, "How are you?" and "I'm fine,"
and a thousand other forms of trivial chatter.
We talk about the weather. We talk about work.
We talk about everything else,
except the elephant in the room.
There's an elephant in the room.
We all know it's there.
We are thinking about the elephant as we talk together.
It is constantly on our minds.
For, you see, it is a very large elephant.
It has hurt us all.
But we don't talk about the elephant in the room.
Oh, please say his name.
Oh, please say his name again.
Oh, please, let's talk about the elephant in the room.
For if we talk about his death, perhaps we can talk about his life.
Can I say his name to you and not have you look away?
For if I cannot, then you are leaving me....
alone....
in a room....
with an elephant.
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~ Don't Tell Me ~
written by: Joanetta Hendel
Don't tell me that you understand
Don't tell me that you know,
Don't tell me that I will survive
Or how I will surely grow.
Don't tell me that this is just a test
That I am truly blessed
That I am chosen for this task
Apart from all the rest.
Don't come at me with answers
That can only come from me,
Don't tell me how my grief will pass,
That I will soon be free.
Don't stand in pious judgment
Of the bounds I must untie,
Don't tell me how to suffer
And don't tell me how to cry!
My life is filled with selfishness,
My pain is all I see,
But, I need you now,
I need your love, unconditionally.
Accept me in my ups and downs,
I need someone to share,
Just hold my hand and let me cry,
And say, "My friend, I care."
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