God Called Nathan Home

On January 5th 1992,
  God whispered in Nathan’s ear.
Oh, it seems like yesterday,
  But it’s been seventeen years.

God came into the hospital,
  And clutched him to Thy chest.
To accompany his little soul,
  Onto his heavenly quest.

Before he parted earth,
  And left for the above.
He felt his father’s warmth,
  And heard his mother’s love.

And after all this sadness,
  A place in heaven is our reward.
For Nathan is safe and sound,
  Up with the Lord of Lords.

Though he left you as an infant,
  Up in heaven he has grown.
For today’s the anniversary,
  That God called Nathan home.




______________________________
This is for Gary and Elizabeth Reese,
I have written you a poem from my 
Heart to yours, may God bless you 
and Happy New Year...Raul

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009



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Date: 1/15/2009 4:57:00 PM
Nice dedication, so sad of a story.
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Date: 1/14/2009 5:11:00 PM
Touching words for a touching anniversary. My heart goes out to Nathan's family. ~Caramel
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Date: 1/12/2009 3:47:00 PM
Great tribute to a tough loss............Nice
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Date: 1/6/2009 1:43:00 PM
Another lovely poem from the great Raul. I have read most of your dedications and tributes and I love how you are touching hearts one heart at a time. Excellent thoughts, keep delighting us with your writing. DN
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Date: 1/6/2009 6:30:00 AM
For Nathan is safe and sound, Up with the Lord of Lords. yES TO THIS ABOVE- GO BLESS AND SPECIAL QUATRAIN WRITE HERE!
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Date: 1/5/2009 2:58:00 PM
What a sad theme but in an uplifting way. Your kindness shines through your work. Love Elizabeth
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Date: 1/4/2009 5:11:00 PM
Hey, Raul. You have been commenting on my husband's songs. Cody Young is his name. I was looking through some of your poetry and I really am enjoying reading it. Thank you for posting. Just one question. Who is Nathan. The poem reminds me of the losses that I have had with my children. God took both of my little ones before I could hold them, but I know where they are now, and all I can do is strive to see them in heaven some day. God bless you and keep up the good writings.
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Date: 1/4/2009 8:29:00 AM
Raul this is so touching to me and Janice and Im sure Gary and Elizabeth. Words cannot express the heartfelt thanks I have for you right now. This is certainly one of my favorites and poet also. I pray that Nathaniel (Nathan) cansomehow someway see this beautiful write you have written for him. You yare a blessing to all who you write for and this is no exception. Thank you for remembering. May Jesus bless you abundantly through the rest of your life. Your Christian brother Michael Torres
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Date: 1/4/2009 8:22:00 AM
A poem to bring tears to my eyes...but God Bless the memory of this tiny one, and bless you for your lovely thoughtful words. ~ Love, Carrie
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Date: 1/4/2009 6:19:00 AM
Raul - Your heart certainly does shine in this poem - I think it is excellent - So true are your words - Heaven is our reward - God Bless, MJ
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Date: 1/4/2009 3:46:00 AM
This is such a beautiful dedication, Raul. Wonderfully written. You touched my soul. Nigel
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