Death of a Child

The parents hope has been blasted…

They were but a flower in early bloom…

They were too good for earth…

Transplanted into heaven…

Where God has given them wings…

Now there is one more angel in heaven…

By Sandra Lea Hoban
©June 07, 2012
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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June 8, 2012 at 7:56 AM
A beautiful day full of sunshine and good cheer. I am so happy to be able to read your poetry this morning Sandra it is sad yet beautiful. I wish you a weekend of sunshine and joy and hope you continue to find the inspiration to continue your writing. Will be back reading come Monday I hope. Love, Carol
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