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I will sit and remember you when I look to the sky Will say a silent prayer, I guess I may even cry The question on my lips has to be why Lord why did these two lovely boys have to die Written with tears in my eyes We will never forget you 9th December 2014

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Vera Duggan

Date: 12/19/2014 5:58:00 PM

Oh! Jan so sad, these young lads taken so early in life, please accept my sympathy and regards to the families and your son, take care my dear friend.............Vera.............

Jan Allison
Date: 12/19/2014 6:16:00 PM

Vera I have never experienced such grief and sadness as I have had this year - the worst one of my life - my one shining light is starting to write which has given me so so much pleasure:-) hugs my friend. My pain can be nothing to that of their parents losing their only 2 children

Brenda Meier-Hans

Date: 12/10/2014 11:02:00 PM

I feel the pain in your words Jan. Such a horrible thing to happen and rip them so quickly away. I like so many here feel helpless. I would love to hug you and say it will get better but I know the other burdens you bare. I can and will pray for you and know we are all here for you.

Jan Allison
Date: 12/11/2014 12:40:00 AM

wish I could hug my son Brenda for he is truly suffering:-( hugs back:-) Jan xx

Paul Callus

Date: 12/10/2014 3:59:00 PM

Very heartfelt, Jan. Indeed we are compelled to ask these questions, for it does not make sense at all. Life is too beautiful to be thrown away in exchange for momentary artificial happiness. hugs // paul

Jan Allison
Date: 12/10/2014 4:05:00 PM

Most definitely Paul. My son will be going to the funeral I am so so proud of him - not an easy thing to deal with at such a young age:-( hugs Jan xxx

Lara Wash

Date: 12/10/2014 3:32:00 PM

Jan, I see my dearest friend as being on a vacation; I'll see her again one day. This is how I deal with my lost, it works for me because I believe it. Well written poem.

Jan Allison
Date: 12/10/2014 3:44:00 PM

That is a lovely way to look at it thank you so much Lara:-) Hugs Jan xx

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 12/10/2014 10:41:00 AM

It is a terrible thing to lose them at such a young age. My heart and prayers are with their family and their friends. All we can do is keep loving.

Jan Allison
Date: 12/10/2014 11:24:00 AM

Oh so true my lovely friend:-) Love you hugs Jan xxx

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/10/2014 9:35:00 AM

These types of questions can either shake our faith or strengthen it. In the wake of tragedy it is even more important to lean on our savior and trust that he is able to work beyond our limited perspective. He knows you are hurting and he wishes to comfort your heart. One day beyond this life all of your questions will be answered.

Jan Allison
Date: 12/10/2014 11:23:00 AM

Thanks as ever for your comforting words and your support Richard:-) Hugs Jan xx

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders

Date: 12/10/2014 9:18:00 AM

The kind of heartbreaking loss no one can understand. Words cannot express...and no answers can be given. Hugs, Rhonda

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 12/10/2014 11:44:00 AM

I'm so sorry, Jan. I'm praying for you and your family. Yes, 2015 has to be better. With God's love, nothing is impossible.

Jan Allison
Date: 12/10/2014 11:22:00 AM

I have had the worst year of my life Rhonda and these deaths have compounded it - roll on 2015 it HAS to be better:-) Hugs jan xx

Joel Thornton

Date: 12/10/2014 7:13:00 AM

So Sad.. Rings true and from the heart.~Joel

Jan Allison
Date: 12/10/2014 8:07:00 AM

Been a hell of a year for me Joel but I am so grateful I have discovered writing poetry which has changed my life for ever:-) Hugs Jan xxx

Nette Onclaud

Date: 12/10/2014 3:19:00 AM

this is a most compelling piece, jan.. I was really moved!.. huggs

Jan Allison
Date: 12/10/2014 3:29:00 AM

Been a terrible year Nette:-) Hugs Jan xx

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/9/2014 11:10:00 PM

Jan, this is a heartfelt tribute and I know just how heartfelt it is. Nice one in their memory.

Jan Allison
Date: 12/10/2014 3:28:00 AM

Thanks so much Andrea:-) Hugs Jan xx

Arthur Vaso

Date: 12/9/2014 10:36:00 PM

Loss for words here Jan, what a beautiful tribute.

Jan Allison
Date: 12/10/2014 3:27:00 AM

Been a terrible year for me Arthur and that has been compounded by this tragedy :-( Hugs Jan xx

Dan Helppi

Date: 12/9/2014 10:32:00 PM

Jan, I know your sad, I know your WHY? I lost a sweet sister in marriage to depression and suicide. Stay with an open heart to what may come, you will be fed in time.

Jan Allison
Date: 12/10/2014 3:26:00 AM

Thanks so much for those comforting words Dan:-) Hugs jan xx

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 12/9/2014 7:26:00 PM

It goes against all we believe in when young people are snatched away and makes our hearts bleed all the more Jan fantastic tribute hugs 7

Jan Allison
Date: 12/9/2014 7:38:00 PM

Its very simple but written from the heart Shadow:-( Hugs jan xx

Eve Roper

Date: 12/9/2014 7:24:00 PM

Oh, dear Jan, my condolence to you and your son and to their family. Blessings to all love and hugs

Jan Allison
Date: 12/9/2014 7:37:00 PM

Such a tough tough year Eve I can't wait for it to be over:-( Hugs Jan xx

Earl Schumacker

Date: 12/9/2014 7:18:00 PM

Hi Jan, This is a very sentimental tribute for the lads. All we can do is pray for you and the families involved and pray for better days. Take care. Earl

Jan Allison
Date: 12/9/2014 7:20:00 PM

Definitely Earl:-) Hugs Jan xx

Tim Smith

Date: 12/9/2014 6:25:00 PM

My prayers go out to their souls and to their families...hugs Tim

Jan Allison
Date: 12/9/2014 6:34:00 PM

Guess the writing helps me Tim - I don't know how I would be coping if it wasn't for the ability to express my thoughts on here:-) Hugs jan xxx

David Meade

Date: 12/9/2014 6:08:00 PM

Ah, this is the toughest question . . . I cannot give an answer. But your poem and your love will honor their memory. A deep heart poem.

Jan Allison
Date: 12/9/2014 6:13:00 PM

Been the toughest year of my life David but with the help of the writing and some lovely friends I WILL get through the darkest days :-) Hugs jan xxx