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Everything I Own
Everything I Own
You sheltered me from harm.
Kept me warm, kept me warm
You gave my life to me
Set me free, Set me free
The finest years I ever knew
were all the years I had with you
I would give anything I own,
Give up me life, my heart, my home.
I would give everything I own,
just to have you back again.
You taught me how to love,
What its of, what its of.
You never said too much,
but still you showed the way,
and I knew from watching you.
Nobody else could ever know
the part of me that can't let go.
I would give anything I own,
Give up me life, my heart, my home.
I would give everything I own
Just to have you back again.
Is there someone you know,
you're loving them so,
but taking them all for granted.
You may lose them one day,
someone takes them away,
and they don't hear the words you long to say
I would give anything I own,
Give up me life, my heart, my home.
I would give everything I own
Just to have you back again
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When Tomorrow Start Without Me
When tomorrow starts without me
and I'm not there to see,
If the sun should rise and find your eyes
All filled with tears for me.
I wish so much you would not cry
the way you did today.
While thinking of the many things
We did not get to say.
I know how much you love me
as much as I love you.
And each time that you think of me
I know you miss me, too.
But when tomorrow starts without me
please try to understand
An angel came and called my name
and took me be the hand.
And said my place was ready,
in heaven far above,
and I would have to leave behind,
all those I dearly loved.
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 promised you."
Today for life on earth is past,
but here it starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow,
For today will always last,
and since each days the same way,
There is no longing for the past.
So when tomorrow starts without me,
Don't think we're far apart,
For every time you think of me,
I'm right there in your heart.
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The arms of GOD
AND GOD SAID....
I said, God I hurt
And God said, I know
I said, God I cry a lot
And God said, That's why I gave you tears. The eyes must rain so the soul can grow.
I said, Life is so hard
And God said, That's why I gave you loved
ones
I said, But my loved one died...
And God said, So did mine
I said, It's such a loss
And God said, I saw mine nailed to a cross!
I said, But your loved one lives!
And God said, So does yours!
I said, Where are they now?
And God said, Mine is by my side and
Yours is in my arms!
Jacob is in the arms of God... I am sure of it!!
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IF I KNEW
If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.
If I knew it would be the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more.
If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.
If I knew it would be the last time,
I could spare an extra minute
to stop and say "I love you,"
instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.
If I knew it would be the last time
I would be there to share your day,
Well I'm sure you'll have so many more,
so I can let just this one slip away.
For surely there's always tomorrow
to make up for an oversight,
and we always get a second chance
to make everything just right.
There will always be another day
to say "I love you,"
And certainly there's another chance
to say our "Anything I can do?"
But just in case I might be wrong,
and today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you
and I hope we never forget.
Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
you get to hold your loved one tight.
So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
you'll surely regret the day,
That you didn't take that extra time
for a smile, a hug, or a kiss
and you were too busy to grant someone,
what turned out to be their one last wish.
So hold your loved ones close today,
and whisper in their ear,
Tell them how much you love them
and that you'll always hold them dear
Take time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "Thank you," or "It's okay."
And if tomorrow never comes,
you'll have no regrets about today.
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To Jacob, Love, Becky
When I last looked in your eyes, I didn't know it'd be the last time
When you gave me that last hug, I didn't know it'd be my last time holding you
It's a question why you had to leave when you were only here for fourteen years
I know you wouldn't want me to be sad, but sometimes I just can't hold in the tears
there was so much to you I never knew, though I knew your laugh,
and your smile and the tough year you went through
I may not have been the best friend I could, but when it comes down to it
I would've been there in a heartbeat, just like a good friend should
it had been a year since we last talked, and not a day went by that I didn’t think of you
wishing things would go back to the way I was used too
when you wouldn’t miss a day without telling me you loved me
when you'd somehow always have me convinced that I was your only =)
I miss that smile you would give to make everything alright
I miss signing on, just to talk to you in the middle of the night
you always pretended to be so dumb
when I knew you were the smartest guy
I wish you didn’t have to go so soon,
and I wish God could tell me why
but some things we're just not meant to know,
sometimes things happen in order for us to grow
and so my friend, for the many days that we'll spend apart,
just know you were the first to ever steal my heart
and i've realized you still have it, but you know what? that's okay
just save a place for me in Heaven, and I'll come join you one day
Rest In Peace Jacob Castro, you'll always be in my heart
Love, Becky
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What Now, My Lord ?
In Loving Memory of Jacob Ryan Castro
9/24/90-2/27/05
Our purpose in life is to Love and to Serve,
But truly, dear Lord, is this what we deserve ?
You raised him up, to you he'll belong
Oh God, it's so hard to stand faithful and strong.
Confusion and doubt, anger and sorrow,
Tell me my Lord, will this pain heal tomorrow ?
Our baby boy, Jacob, was called to you side,
In your Heavenly Kingdom, he'll now reside.
Father, why did he have to pay such a price ?
No greater Love could we sacrifice,
You know we have dedicated our lives to Thee,
What now, dear Lord, do you see for me ?
So many questions, we search for a sign,
Was this your intention....your Holy design ?
But wait, what is this I'm beginning to feel ?
Are you touching my heart, are you helping me heal ?
The many close friendships of loved ones who care,
Are comfort and solace that wipe out despair.
The footprints he left in our lives through the years,
Will bring comfort and joy after the tears.
Forever young in our hearts, Jake will always remain,
as you taught us dear God to never love in vain.
We still worship you Lord, we give thanks and praise,
We shall rebuild our lives 'til your glorious days.
Yes, in time we will grasp the loss of our son,
For we truly believe that Thy Will Be Done!
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Jacob's Daddy read this at his memorial service
I choose love....
No occasion justifies hatred, no injustice warrants bitterness
I choose love...
Today I will love GOD and what GOD loves
I choose joy...
I will invite my GOD to be the GOD of circumstance
I will refuse the temptation to be cynical
I will refuse to see people as anything less than human beings created by GOD
I will refuse to see any problems as anything less than an opportunity to see GOD
I choose peace...
I will live forgiven, and I will forgive, that I may live
Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control,
To these I commit my day,
If I succeed, I will give thanks,
If I fail, I will seek grace,
and when the day is done, I will thank GOD.
Parents, love your children, no matter what !
Kids, let your parents know you love them everyday, no matter what !
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To Mommy from Heaven
Mommy, don't cry, 'cause God is holding my hand
and telling me everything is okay.
Mommy, God said that I will never want for anything,
And I will still feel your love all the way up here.
Mommy, you should see me --
I am running and playing with God's other children.
Mommy, guess who helps watch over us while we play?
They are God's helping Angels!
Mommy, I'm not afraid, your grandpa and grandma are here.
They came to me when it was dark and held my hands;
Then we went to God's bright light,
Where Angels were singing.
Mommy, God said, when you feel sad, to remember this:
I'll be the gentle breeze that brushes your face,
The sun is my smile,
And the rain is me washing away your pain.
Mommy, I send you all my love on the wings of an Angel.
-- Sandra L. Garman
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A Message from Jacob
February 27, 2005
Hey, it's me, Jacob . . . from way up on high,
I see your sadness, but please don't cry.
I feel your sorrow, I see your pain,
But in your hearts I will always remain.
My time was short, and I lived life fast,
And when all is said and done, I had a blast!
Although I never took the time to say,
Mom and Dad, you prepared me . . . for this very day.
My struggle is over, no pain, no more,
He's waiting for me at the open door.
I traveled through a tunnel of light,
To the most perfect place, such a beautiful sight!
Oh look! There's Jesus, calling, You see?
His arms are open! He's smiling at me!
I will miss you always, I'm sure you all know,
But on this journey, I had to go.
I will watch over you from the wings of a dove,
And send you my eternal Love.
No need to stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there. I did not die.
So now is the time to say farewell,
Until we meet in Heaven, where I now dwell.
I send my love and kisses too,
I send them to each and every one of you.
To all my friends, I pray for the best
That life has to offer, and that you, too, are blessed.
So -- until that time when we meet again,
Goodbye, goodbye, God Bless you, Amen.
-- Frank Umina
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When the warmth of the sun touches my face
When the warmth of the sun touches my face,
I see your smile and feel your embrace.
I hear the whisper of love in the wind,
And I know that you are close to me again.
The rain speaks of tears and the thunder of pain,
But soon the sun comes the earth to reclaim.
As the days come and go and the world moves on,
I know you're still here, you'll never be gone.
On the day the Angel came and took your hand,
We cried as you left for an unknown land.
But Heaven rejoiced as you came into sight,
For your soul was a diamond, shining so bright!
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"I thought I saw your face today . . ."
I thought I saw your face today
In the sparkle of the morning sun.
And then I heard the angel say,
"His work on earth is done."
I thought I heard your voice today,
Then laugh your hearty laugh.
And then I heard the angel say,
"There's peace, dear one, at last."
I thought I felt your touch today
In the breeze that rustled by.
And then I heard the angel say,
"The spirit never dies."
I thought I saw my broken heart
In the crescent of the moon.
And then I heard the angel say,
"The Lord is coming soon."
I thought that you had left me
For the stars so far above.
And then I heard the angel say,
"He left you with his love."
I thought that I would miss you so,
And never find my way.
And then I heard the angel say,
"He's with you every day.
"The sun, the wind, the moon, the stars,
Will forever be around,
Reminding you of the love you shared,
And the peace he's finally found."
-- Bobbi Davis
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"I Can Only Imagine"
"I can only imagine what it will be like, when I walk by Your side...
I can only imagine, what my eyes will see, when Your Face is before me!
I can only imagine. I can only imagine.
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! I can only imagine!
I can only imagine, when that day comes, when I find myself standing in the Son!
I can only imagine, when all I will do, is forever, forever worship You!
I can only imagine! I can only imagine!
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!! Only imagine!!!
I can only imagine.
I can only imagine, when all I do is forever, forever worship You!
I can only imagine."
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Angel
Angel
When ever you feel lost, worried, or astray,
Remember that your angel is never far away,
For I am your angel, sent from heaven above,
And every time you need me, I'm right there as your dove.
And every time you think of me, I'm always in your heart.
But remember this: we are never far apart.
-- Amanda Sheriff
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