Rest In Peace, Son

Twenty-five years ago you were placed in my arms My first child and my only child Truly, the most wonderful gift I have ever received A beautiful boy who made my life worth living and whose smile will forever remain etched in my memory A boy who grew into a man and left this world a better place Tears of memory slowly roll down my face as I remember your engaging sense of humor and how you loved to make others laugh Never did I imagine after twenty-four short years that your life would be so quickly taken from you My heart and mind are still not able to grasp it The pain that I felt on that day continues to tear at the depths of my soul and although time does have a way of healing it also leaves one with an unmanageable, unending longing I will carry you with me deep in my heart until the time comes for you to fill my waiting arms once more For the first time, son, I say rest in peace You’ve earned your place in glory