Matthew (RIP)

We always need to tell them we Love them, or appreciate them, because we never know if we will see them again. I lost my 15-year-old son in a car accident. I lost my 19 year-old daughter in a car accident. The last thing she said to me was, "See You Monday Popster."

We all need to show others that we care about them, and words spoken to others with nothing more will never help our conscious if they should die -- and I've had about 9 years of experience from this world of extremely cold heart Christians not even having one kind word to speak, let alone not parting with even a crumb for others in need. When Yehovah's kingdom comes -- all will love each other as meant to be.

There are so many people in our lives who we don't realize make such an impact until they're gone, whether they move away, lose interest in you or pass away. It's only when they're gone that we realize how different we feel, how empty the day is without them there. It's a terrible feeling and a sad moment when it sinks in. Love those around you as much as you can, because you never know when their last day will be.

Sorry for the loss that you experienced Cris. Still, as with everything, the amount of sorrow one feels is the equivalent to the amount of joy and love that was experienced. Your sadness is a testimony to him, that he was loved and his life made a difference. Thanks for letting the world know

A beautiful poem. Makes me think of my mother and the people I served with and lost in Iraq.

Such an expressive piece. Very well penned even though it's such a tragic story. May he forever rest in peace.

Well written and touching, thanks.

Sad but beautiful poem Criss

I pictured when you said you rolled your eyes...

yes life is short and most of the time it is unfair...but we must keep a positive outlook as difficult as that is sometimes.

a powerful reminder indeed, nothing is guaranteed, not even the next hour, let alone tomorrow...

well done , you are so talented !!!

Ps. I have made my way through 9 chapters of "The Things he Shattered"...its a tough read for me for obvious reasons... but I'm pushing on and I want to know how it ends and if justice will be served..by the way, it gave new meaning to Friday 13th...

Tragic and sad, but well written Criss!