God Called His Angel Home
July 10, 198131 total reviews
Comment from karenina
My dear friend...
My heart breaks for his loss at the same time it rejoices for the beautiful blessing he was, and will always be, in your heart. It is fitting and right to remember him today. It is not for mere mortals to understand why such tragedies happen. What rejoicing there will be when you embrace your sweet angel again in heaven! All in God's good time. Feel my hug?--Karenina
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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My dear friend...
My heart breaks for his loss at the same time it rejoices for the beautiful blessing he was, and will always be, in your heart. It is fitting and right to remember him today. It is not for mere mortals to understand why such tragedies happen. What rejoicing there will be when you embrace your sweet angel again in heaven! All in God's good time. Feel my hug?--Karenina
Comment Written 11-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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Hey, girl friend, glad to hear from you. You bring a little sunshine to my doom and gloom. Not one family member called or mentioned him and to me that was sad (his memories tossed in a box somewhere to be lost in the dust). Thanks for the hug... I did hear the old bones moaning a bit. lol Take care .... Here's a few hugs and even a lopsided smile just for you! Always, Carol
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Oh, so sad no one on the family remembered him to you. Sometimes (in my own family) "they" don't know what to say. If only they'd say "Thinking of you today." it'd mean so much! Love your smile! Know that you can weep to me as well... I'm here.---Karenina
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You have enough, so stop worrying about me.... besides, I think the brain kicked into gear this morning...
Two people who are important characters in the story I was thinking of writing (they don't come into play until later).... well, I was going to just give them a "back story mention."
But now I was thinking...(dangerous, I know) that maybe I should start the story out in the past (In the current story- Mary has grown up.... but her past is important (like Beth), and the guy (a priest) has an important past as well ....
Would that make sense... letting the reader learn about Mary's and the Priest's backgrounds and then bring it up to speed with the story I intended to write?
Just a thought bouncing around in my empty head...
Smiles, Carol
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I do enjoy background ... It certainly seems like a valid approach!--Karenina
Comment from lyenochka
Thank you for that very important reminder, Carol! You always do a super job sharing this heart-wrenching memory. Barb used to always write us something on the anniversary of her twins' sudden call to Heaven. It's a beautiful way to use your gift!
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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Thank you for that very important reminder, Carol! You always do a super job sharing this heart-wrenching memory. Barb used to always write us something on the anniversary of her twins' sudden call to Heaven. It's a beautiful way to use your gift!
Comment Written 10-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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Thank you, Helen... I know it's been a very long time, but so has our country's history and we don't just forget it, right? Not that he's as important to the world as he is to me...but you get the idea. I was saddened that not one family member remembered...
Thanks for the review and kindness. Always, Carol
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Keep sharing and we'll remember with you! 💖
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Thank you!!!
Comment from amada
Oh yes, dear friend, life is short, ephemeral, and we never are sure of our final destiny...In your words I feel your cry, in your silences I hear your pain. I lost a grandson at 27, in the flower of his youth...I would give him my life ten times over.
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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Oh yes, dear friend, life is short, ephemeral, and we never are sure of our final destiny...In your words I feel your cry, in your silences I hear your pain. I lost a grandson at 27, in the flower of his youth...I would give him my life ten times over.
Comment Written 10-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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Yes and my daughter, grandson, parents and husband..... they all left me here to hold down the fort while they were lifted to better things. I imagine them all smiling down and often even sitting by my side. Your kindness and glittery stars numble me.
Always a hug and a smile, Carol
Comment from ShirleyT1
There are no words to express my deepest sympathy to you. And I can tell all the emotions and grief that you experienced 40 years ago are just as real today as each word you wrote came directly from that place in your heart. We, too, lost a son almost 19 years ago. He was 26. It was unexpected, and only 2 months after he'd married. So I do know, and I do understand. Those memories are engraved into our hearts forever. God sent us and continues to send us messages to help us along the way. What a special gift God sent you in your son Matthew! You wrote a beautiful story!
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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There are no words to express my deepest sympathy to you. And I can tell all the emotions and grief that you experienced 40 years ago are just as real today as each word you wrote came directly from that place in your heart. We, too, lost a son almost 19 years ago. He was 26. It was unexpected, and only 2 months after he'd married. So I do know, and I do understand. Those memories are engraved into our hearts forever. God sent us and continues to send us messages to help us along the way. What a special gift God sent you in your son Matthew! You wrote a beautiful story!
Comment Written 10-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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Good morning, Shirley...I am so sorry for your loss as well. Too many of my family have chosen to live in God's blessings too early for me to comprehend, but I try to imagine them smiling down on us and watching over everyone. I send thoughts and prayers to you.
Smiles and hugs, Carol
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
A beautiful story, beautifully written. The child was indeed too pretty to be a boy, but then he resembled his beautiful mother. To face such agony is beyond sad. Who would forget that face and that smile? Carol, God bless you!
Ralf
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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A beautiful story, beautifully written. The child was indeed too pretty to be a boy, but then he resembled his beautiful mother. To face such agony is beyond sad. Who would forget that face and that smile? Carol, God bless you!
Ralf
Comment Written 10-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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Good morning, Ralf.... Yes, so many times I was told he was too pretty to be a boy... Thank you for your kind compliments and words. I appreciate the kindness since his family doesn't remember or chooses not to I guess. Smiles and hugs, Carol
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I was impressed with your beauty and his gorgeous face.
Ralf
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You make me laugh.... I've never ever considered myself beautiful, but looking at the picture yesterday I saw such a striking resemblance between us... (I'd always been told he looked like his dad) Certainly not that day... Thank you!
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He was your twin.
Comment from LJbutterfly
Hi Carol,
This is a beautifully written, but gut-wrenching story of an innocent baby with an angelic face and smile. I know you've thanked God often that you have that picture taken the day before you lost him. If we understood God, we would be God. I know three sisters who each lost a child at different times. I don't know how a mother could survive that kind of loss. I thank
God for the butterflies, and for you, sharing such a heartwarming and uplifting story.
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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Hi Carol,
This is a beautifully written, but gut-wrenching story of an innocent baby with an angelic face and smile. I know you've thanked God often that you have that picture taken the day before you lost him. If we understood God, we would be God. I know three sisters who each lost a child at different times. I don't know how a mother could survive that kind of loss. I thank
God for the butterflies, and for you, sharing such a heartwarming and uplifting story.
Comment Written 10-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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Good morning, Lorraine... I always looked at it as not having a choice... God had blessed me with other children and it was my responsibility to love and care for them... Some days are still like it was yesterday and others are just blessings. Thanks for the kind review. Smiles and hugs, Carol
Comment from royowen
I was worried for you Carol, not having you on-site was a worry! I'm so sorry for your loss, I don't think there is is anything more tragic than losing a child. My dear sister lost her little boy Martin when he was only 18 months old, he died in her arms in a motel, in a foreign land, seeking a possible cure and a liver transplant, but there was no hope, I prayed a child would be given her, there was, but you're right, the pain will ease, but never go away, the potential and possibilities of that young life are endless, but I believe all children will find themselves in Jesus' arms, 2Samuel 12:23. Assures that. Beautifully written Carol, you're not going away again are you? Well done, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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I was worried for you Carol, not having you on-site was a worry! I'm so sorry for your loss, I don't think there is is anything more tragic than losing a child. My dear sister lost her little boy Martin when he was only 18 months old, he died in her arms in a motel, in a foreign land, seeking a possible cure and a liver transplant, but there was no hope, I prayed a child would be given her, there was, but you're right, the pain will ease, but never go away, the potential and possibilities of that young life are endless, but I believe all children will find themselves in Jesus' arms, 2Samuel 12:23. Assures that. Beautifully written Carol, you're not going away again are you? Well done, blessings Roy
Comment Written 10-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2021
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Good morning, dear friend... My thoughts and prayers to your sister.. The thought of remembering Michael being lifted from the water and carried out still destroys me; I can't imagine your sister holding the baby as he took his last breath. Some think I am crazy, but I know without a doubt that Michael knew where he was going, and he was more than ready to do so.
As for me... I am stumbling, but never fear I am attempting to get up... just not as quickly as I use to do. I am beyond grateful for your thoughts and concerns... Sadness is like sandbags and too many are weighing me down. Your friendship and kind words always poke holes in my doom and gloom and like an hour glass the sand is running out... I shall be okay... Just want to write happy things and for the moment I can't seem to get it together. But never fear... I am Begin Again, right? Sending my deepest thank yous to you along with a hug and a lopsided smile. LOl Always your friend, Carol
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That?s a relief, I will pray as always, chin up, look to the hills!
Comment from Gert sherwood
God Called His Angel Home
Begin Again
What a beautiful title for your, very emontial story about about you son. You asked at the end of your sad story; those who have read this and understand...I do
Gert
reply by the author on 10-Jul-2021
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God Called His Angel Home
Begin Again
What a beautiful title for your, very emontial story about about you son. You asked at the end of your sad story; those who have read this and understand...I do
Gert
Comment Written 10-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 10-Jul-2021
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Thank you, Gert... I appreciate your kindness. I know my son, Michael is in a far better place and that God blessed me with Matthew, but occasionally my heart wonders what would life have been... Hugs, Carol
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You are most welcome
Begin Again
Gert
Comment from nancy_e_davis
How sad and yet heartwarming. God in his mercy has given you a second child to warm your heart and make the pain of losing Michael ease a little bit so you can live again. Well done, Carol. Nancy:)
reply by the author on 10-Jul-2021
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How sad and yet heartwarming. God in his mercy has given you a second child to warm your heart and make the pain of losing Michael ease a little bit so you can live again. Well done, Carol. Nancy:)
Comment Written 10-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 10-Jul-2021
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Yes, I believe that's exactly what happened. God blessed me with Matthew since Michael had to go back home... I am grateful beyond words. Hugs, Carol
Comment from Judy Lawless
This is a beautifully written story, Carol. I'm sure there can be nothing worse than the loss of a child. I happy that you found comfort from above as you sat in that cemetery with your new baby boy. Life is so precious, and we never know how long any of us has. Hugs
reply by the author on 10-Jul-2021
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This is a beautifully written story, Carol. I'm sure there can be nothing worse than the loss of a child. I happy that you found comfort from above as you sat in that cemetery with your new baby boy. Life is so precious, and we never know how long any of us has. Hugs
Comment Written 10-Jul-2021
reply by the author on 10-Jul-2021
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I've lost so many in my lifetime... children, grandchild, husband and parents... it's not something you expect. I always thought the elders left us first except for occasional illnesses or accidents. Boy was I wrong! God has his own plan and only he knows how long we are destined for this earth. the butterflies will be part of my life forever.
Hugs, Carol