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Happy Birthday, Matthew

Today is a great man’s birthday
I wish he were here to know
That not a day goes ever by
That I don’t love him so
He means, not meant, the world to me
He’ll always be close by

So, brother, Matthew, in Heaven you are
Happy Birthday, I say, with teary eyes


born 3-5-61
deceased 5-30-93

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Caryl Ramsdale

Date: 4/2/2009 7:50:00 AM

Michael, Your self-expression deserves applause as always. Your poetry goes for the heart my friend. Very moving, very thought provoking, very heartfelt. Hugs, Caryl

Ernilando Tugaff

Date: 3/10/2009 8:57:00 AM

Hello Mike, sad, very sad my friend. This reminds me of my little brother who is now also " in heaven ". I can't hold back my tears while wrtting this comment, I wasn't bale to see him when he passed away. He is friend and a brother. Nevertheless, keep on posting and sharing. Ernilando

Kristin Reynolds

Date: 3/6/2009 3:20:00 AM

HUGE huge hugs from this girl to you today, I'm so very sorry. :( Love, me

Alan Fitz

Date: 3/5/2009 11:20:00 PM

A great little poem decated to a brother in Heaven , May God watch over his soul.

Laurie Ginn

Date: 3/5/2009 11:34:00 AM

Such a young life, I am sorry for your grief Michael and hope the day brings you sweet memories.

Date: 3/5/2009 11:11:00 AM

Accept my sympathy. What a heartfelt poem. The emotion comes through your words. Nice tribute! Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us and for your kind comments on my poem. Blessings to you. Karen

Brian Anderson

Date: 3/5/2009 10:58:00 AM

My fathers funeral was saturday so needless to say this really touched me. It's a beautiful reminder of never letting go of the ones we love. thank you

Carrie Richards

Date: 3/5/2009 7:22:00 AM

A lovely tribute on a day that must be sad for you and your family. Each birthday I'm sure is a heavy reminder, but you will always have him in memory. Keep those memories close to your heart. ~ Carrie

Sharon Winter

Date: 3/5/2009 7:01:00 AM

So very sorry for your tragic loss Michael. He is an angel watching over you. Beautiful tribute. God Bless. Love, Shar

Arany P.

Date: 3/5/2009 6:28:00 AM

happie birthday to him... ~ Arany

Frank F. Atanacio

Date: 3/5/2009 6:17:00 AM

May God continue to bless the both of you :)