Happy Birthday Alyssa  / Tiffanie Waniorek (FRIENDS FOREVER )
I know today is a special day for you. So many of us wish we could share it with you in person. I hope your day is full of happiness, fun and laughs with Ricky and those up above. I know you are also still very close to all of us even though it seems like you are far away. Please stay close to your mom today, this was a very special day for her 26 years ago and will forever be.

I love and miss you more than words could express and think of you always. Please stay near and never forget how much you mean to so many of us.

Guide over Abbey as you always do. You created a beautiful little girl that is a "mini you".

XOXXXXXXX LYLAS forever,
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Happy Valentines Day sweetheart  / Vicki (Loving mom )

 Happy Valentine's Day in Heaven sweet Alyssa...

We miss you and love you more than anything in this world!

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You are not alone  / Melissa Hedge (Passing Through )

Vicki, Sometimes the pain of loosing someone you love makes you forget that you are not alone. Thank you so much for lighting a candle on my Dad's site. It brought tears to my eyes to see that other people really do care, And that I am not alone. You and your family are in my thoughts and Prayers may God Bless you all. Melissa Daughter of Angel Paul W. Thomas

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 wouldn't cry
The way you did today,
While thinking of the many things,
We didn't 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'll miss me too.

But when tomorrow starts without me,
Please try to understand,
That an angel came and called my name,
And took me by the hand,
and said my place was ready,
In heaven far above,
And 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 my life, I'd always thought,
I didn't want to die.

I had so much to live for,
So much left yet to do,
It seemed almost impossible,
That I was leaving you.

I thought of all the yesterdays
The good ones and the bad,
I thought of all the love we shared,
and all the fun we had.

If I could re-live yesterday
Just even for a while,
I'd say good-bye and kiss you
And maybe see you 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 your life on earth is past,
But here life starts anew.

I promise no tomorrow,
But today will always last,
And since each day's the same way
There's no longing for the past.

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 come and 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.

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THINKING OF YOU FOR THE NEW YEAR♥  / CATHY~MOM OF DAVID♫ GIRAUD ♫♫

"It's the end of another year and so many thoughts go
swirling through our minds. For many, it has been a
difficult year - job loss, loss of friends, loss of a home,
loss of health, and possibly one of the most lasting
losses of all - the loss of a child. For some there will
be no celebration at the end of the year - only a lot
of tears for those dreams that were stolen away so
unexpectedly.
How does a person move on? How can a person move
into the New Year with joy when so much sorrow
surrounds the heart? It's not easy, but it helps to
remind yourself often that you are never, ever alone in
your pain. There are times when we feel alone, but the
truth is that we are surrounded by hope and it is there
for us whenever we call out for help.
Look at nature in any season and be reminded of the
One who is in charge. Look at the majesty of the
starry sky at night and know that you are counted among
the stars. Listen to the sounds of the wind rustling through
the trees and hear the whisper of God letting you know He
is by your side. Look for the rainbow painting the sky
and be assured that you have not been forgotten. Remind
yourself often that hope is stronger than your pain!" -C. Hinton

"For every tear you cry, there is a seed of hope being watered."

--Clara Hinton

"The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me." --Psalm 61:a

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Clara Hinton

THOUGHTS OF YOU FOR THE NEW YEAR♥ GOD BLESS YOU~

CATHY GIRAUD ( MOM OF DAVID )

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From Our Family to Yours  / Family Of William Myers

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Christmas Blessings  / Lynn (step-mother)

All week as Ive  been decorating and preparing the house for Christmas, Ive felt you so close by my side. Finding your stocking and hanging it beside Taylor, Zak and Katie's. Cleaning the front closet where your boots still sit beside ours. Your scarfs that we had so many good late night talks while we knitted, on the shelf where you left them. Christmas cards that you wrote to us declairing your love for us all. Photos of us all on Christmas Eve  knee deep in Christmas wrap. Zak and Katie on their big sisters lap .

I cherish those memories and hold them deap in my heart this Christmas. I love you.

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This is all too surreal  / Tiffanie Waniorek (FRIENDS FOREVER )

Dear Alyssa,

I sit here and think…I wonder if you really know how much you mean to me?
I beat myself up inside because I don’t know if I ever made it clear enough.
Since I lost my nana, it has always been hard for me to let people in my life or express my true feelings to the deepest extent. It hurt and continues to hurt so badly having lost her. Then we loose you. My head spins with frustration, anger and sadness all at once. I just wish you both could come back!

I’m not always the best with dealing with this strong of emotion I feel, but I have learned it really helps to stay near some of those who meant the most to you, for I feel a part of you in each of them. The resemblance you and your sister share. They way your mom speaks saying words just like you did. Your little girl who in every respect is just a little walking miniature “you”. Angela, who can share stories and memories I may not know about. I’m so grateful to know them and still have apart of you living. We all need you and by having eachother, we can constantly remind eachother of you. I know you are always around guiding and protecting your family!

These last couple of months I get more and more sick with the thought that you will not be here for the wedding. I know you will be in spirit, but I really thought you would be standing next to me. It sucks so bad!!!!! This isn’t the way things were suppose to be…we were suppose to have our apartment together, share ton’s more memories and then grow to be little old ladies together. It is just so surreal.

If I feel this way, I cannot imagine the pain your entire family feels. I know how much they all love and miss you and it sickens me that they have to deal with this pain. I will always be here for each of them and be sure Abbey always knows she can come to me for anything.

I’m trying to work my way up to listening to the Cha cha slide, but everytime it comes on I can’t handle it. That was one of the funniest moments ever and I remember it like it was yesterday, but it hurts so bad to hear it at the same time.

I don’t know if this is the most uplifting message I have ever sent you, but I wanted you to know how I feel. I truly miss you so much and times like this life altering moment that is going to be coming up, I realize more and more how much you meant to me. Please know that and stay near!!!

I love you so much and always will. LYLAS.
Xoxxxxxxxxx

Tiffanie

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A beautiful poem shared with me from Kelly...  / Vicki Maloney (Loving mom )
"What makes a Mother"

I thought of you and closed my eyes
And prayed to God today.
I asked what makes a mother
And I know I heard him say,
A mother has a baby this we know is true.
But God, can you be a mother
When your daughter is not with you?
Yes, you can, He replied with confidence in His voice.
I gave many women babies, when they leave is not their choice.
Some I send for a lifetime, and others for a day.
And some I send to feel your womb, but there's no need to stay.
I just don't understand this, God.
I want my Alyssa here. He took a breath and cleared His throat,
And then I saw a tear.
"We go to earth to learn our lessons of love and life and fear.

I wish I could show you what your child is doing today.
If you could see your child smile with other children

and say:
"My mommy loved me oh so much, I got to come straight here.
I feel so lucky to have a mom who had so much love for me.
I learned my lesson very quickly and my mommy set me free."

"I miss my mom oh so much but I visit her each day.
When she goes to sleep at night, on her pillow's where I lay.
I stroke her hair, kiss her cheek, and whisper in her ear,
"Mommy don't be sad today, it's me Alyssa, and I'm here."

So you see, my dear sweet one, your child is ok.
Your daughter is here in My home and this is where she'll stay.
She'll wait for you with Me until your lesson is through.
And on the day that you come home, She'll be at the gates for you.

So now you see what makes a Mother, it's the feeling in your heart.
It's the love you had so much of, right from the very start.

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This song is how I feel and always think of you!!  / Stephanie Howard (Friend)

Hope is an anchor and love is a ship, time is the ocean and life is a trip
You don't know where you're going, ‘till you know where you're at
And if you can't read the stars, well you better have a map
A compass and a conscience, so you don’t get lost at sea
Or on some lonely island, where no one wants to be

From the beginning of creation, I think our maker had a plan
For us to leave these shores and sail beyond the sand
And let the good light guide us through the waves and the wind
To the beaches in a world where we have never been
And we'll climb up on a mountain, y'all we'll let our voices ring
Those who've never tried it, they'll be the first to sing

Whoa, my, my
I'll see you on the other side
If I make it
And it might be a long hard ride
But I’m gonna take it
Sometimes it seems that I don’t have a prayer
Let the weather take me anywhere
But I know that I wanna go
Where the streets are gold
‘Cause you'll be there
Oh, my , my


You don’t bring nothing with you here
And you can’t take nothing back
I ain’t never seen a hearse, with a luggage rack
So I've torn my knees up prayin’
Scarred my back from fallin’ down
Spent so much time flying high, till I’m face first in the ground
So if you're up there watchin’ me, would you talk to God and say,
Tell Him I might need a hand to see you both someday

Whoa, my, my
So I'll see you on the other side
If I make it
And it might be a long hard ride
But I’m wanna take it
Sometimes it seems that I don’t have a prayer
Let the weather take me anywhere
But I know that I wanna go
Where the streets are gold
‘Cause you'll be there
Oh, my , my
Cause you'll be there
Oh, my ,my

George Striat

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The Greatest Embrace by Lisa Mathis  / Mom (Loving mom )

This beautiful song was sung at The National Kidney Foundation US Transplant Games closing ceremony...the words are just so beautiful and I wanted to share it here.


The Greatest Embrace

by Lisa Mathis

This road's been long

Now I must go

If I could I would stay

But what is true

In your heart you must know

I'll see you again someday

I'll see you again someday


I held on

As long as I was meant to

I held on longer still

I'm safe in this place

Where I'll be forever

And I will wait for you

Yes, I'll be waiting for you


When you come for the greatest embrace

That you will ever receive

You will see there had always been space

For the joy that you need to just keep on living

I'll be waiting

And one day I'll be in your arms again.


Can you believe that I am there with you

As you move through your day

I know you're sad

But if you do love me

You'll give all you have to each day

And love with abandon

And pray


When you come for the greatest embrace

That you will ever receive

You will see there had always been space

For the joy that you need to just keep on living

I'll be waiting

And one day I'll be in your arms again.


We may never know why

But then logic and reason

Never applied to our love anyway.

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Thinking of you today...  / Dolores Piasecki

Dear Alyssa...today I am thinking of you and your family.  I have become a forever friend of your wonderful mother.  She loves and misses you so much.  I know her pain as I have my loving and beautiful son, Andy, with you in heaven.  Knowing that you are in the loving arms of God and have eternal happiness and joy is what brings comfort.  But there isn't anything we wouldn't do to have you back here with us, where you belong.  Vicki, I know how hard this day is for you.  I am here if you need me.  I am so blessed to have you as my friend.  Hugs and Kisses to you and Alyssa.  My heart will be aching for you today.

Love,

Dee Dee

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Today... / Vicki Maloney (Mom)

Dearest beautiful Alyssa,

My sweet, sweet beautiful daughter...I miss you so much babydoll.  I miss your warm, squishy, endless hugs.  I miss your sweet kisses.  I miss your voice and the way you would answer the phone "hello mama" in your best Elvis impression!  I miss our evening IM's that went on forever...I miss seeing the expression on your face when you bit in to a strawberry.  You savored the flavor!  I miss your silly little dance "the Carlton" as we loved to call it!  I miss seeing the love and attention you gave to your adorable daughter...I know how much you must miss her.  I know she misses you Alyssa, her sweet mommy. 

You left this earth three years ago today but Alyssa, you have never once, not for even a second, left my mind, my heart or my soul.  And you never will...

My love for my children is endless...my devotion to my children is endless.  Even though you are so far away I will love you just the same, with all of my heart and all of my soul until the day I join you my sweet Alyssa!  My love for you is ETERNAL!!

I am truly blessed...

All of my love,

Mama

My wish for you and Ricky is to Rest peacefully in God's embrace, surrounded by all the beautiful angels in heaven...

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REMEMBERING YOU & YOUR FAMILY THIS 4TH  / GRMA TO ANGEL BRITTANY SYFERT

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Bless you  / Family Of William Myers

God Bless you & your Family Alyssa

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missin you so much  / Stephanie Howard (dear friend )

Hey beautiful! I sit here looking at my pictures of you and me and the fun we had. You were so funny and fun to be around. I think about you everyday and thinking this just doesnt make sense. I was so truly blessed with having you in my life. I wish we could have done more together and talked more before this happend. I was talking about you today with my mother in law who remembers you..she said you were so nice and beautiful. I talk about you as much as I can with friends and family..just talking about the fun times we had and all the laughs we had. You were truly amazing and I cant wait to see you again..remember me so when we meet again we can share some more laughs. I will never forget you..you were the one who did my hair for my wedding..you were the first to know I was pregenet even before my husband! All those things happend for a reason,..so I can remember you forever!!!  I love you girl!!! rest in peace my sweet angel!!!

 

 

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Mother's Day Blessings  / Family Of William Myers
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Happy 25th birthday babydoll  / Mom

Dear Sweet Alyssa,

Today is your day, a day that you always loved to celebrate! As well as all of us along side of you.  I can still remember your anxious anticipation for the "big day"...the count downs, the birthday present "wish lists" and then the look of totall bliss when your birthday finally arrived! 

Those memories are all I have left now when this special day arrives.  I cherish these memories and regret with such deep, heartfelt pain, that we cannot have you here with us to create more memories, daily memories, with you.  It's all I have left.

So, today we will celebrate in the new way, by bringing you pretty pink balloons to the cemetary and singing happy birthday to you there.  The children are all so excited that they get to pick out their own special balloons to send up to you in heaven.  We all write our messages of love and birthday wishes before we release them up to heaven for you to catch as they float up. 

My happy thought for today is from the birthday in heaven poem when it says " the streets in heaven are filled with balloons that float up through the clouds"...now I know exactly where all the balloons go.

I miss you Alyssa more than any words could ever express...

I love, love, love you Alyssa in such a special way, that only you know and can feel my love for you.

Happy birthday sweetheart! Enjoy your angel food cake (and I know you'll be having lots of strawberries and whipped cream with it!)

Your loving mama,

Mama Lovey

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Happy Birthday  / Family Of William Myers

Happy Birthday Alyssa-God Bless

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Happy Easter  / Family Of Wm. Scott Myers

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Happy St. Patrick's Day  / Family Of Wm. Scott Myers

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