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My Son, Shawn

My Son, Shawn (1967-1999) He never calls Doesn't write a letter No longer praises songs I pen His home is on Higher Ground now He just visits now and then

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Eric Boddie

Date: 10/14/2015 1:24:00 PM

I am so sorry for your loss....I cant imagine how your heart was tossed....but he is forever in your heart....just knowing that is where the true healing starts....;)

Joan Donnelly Ellis
Date: 10/16/2015 3:20:00 PM

Thank you Eric for such a poetic comment.

Michael Tor

Date: 10/11/2015 11:06:00 PM

Someday Joan you will be together again. You will feel his open arms someday. Very touching heartfelt poem Joan blessings your way. I'm sorry for your pain.

Joan Donnelly Ellis
Date: 10/16/2015 3:19:00 PM

Yes that is true and I am patient. Thank you Michael

Jan Allison

Date: 10/11/2015 3:58:00 AM

Oh Joan you must miss him so so much I can't even begin to imagine the pain of losing a child - :-( hugs Jan xx

Joan Donnelly Ellis
Date: 10/11/2015 4:24:00 AM

Thank you to taking the time to comment and yes I do miss Shawn, very much. xoxo