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Our Loss, His Gain
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Our Loss, His Gain |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State 
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Our Loss, His Gain A week has passed, it seemed to crawl, I am not dreaming after all. A beautiful young man is dead. So vibrant, so alive was he, It seems it simply cannot be. He lies within his frozen bed. A speeding, lethal avalanche, He was the leader, had no chance. The snow enveloped like a shroud. We know he's in Your warm embrace, Though lost to us without a trace. Forgive us if we cry aloud. As we now question and implore, We pray someday we'll see him soar On some celestial fleecy cloud. He had won accolades and fame. Every snowboarder knew his name. Forgive us if we were too proud. Yes Lord, forgive us, we were proud. By Joyce 01/25/03 For Craig Kelly, my step-grandson. [This message has been edited by Joyce Johnson (01-26-2003 12:31 AM).] |
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SPIRIT Senior Member
since 2002-12-29
Posts 1745California Desert |
Another beautiful tribute. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Joyce: We never know why these tragedies happen, just that we have to deal with them the best we can. Your poem is very moving! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
My deepest sympathy to you and your family and your dedication and celebration of his life was very moving indeed. |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Thank you Spirit, Trillium and Mysteria. You are good friends and I am thankful for your input. love, Joyce |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssssss) God Bless You, sweet Joyce, I'm so sorry to hear this and my heart goes out to you and your family, but know he will always be guiding you with his love and he will always be snowboarding with Him in grace! (sad sigh) I send many angel hugs to you, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Joyce, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Lighthousebob Member Elite
since 2000-06-14
Posts 4725California |
My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family my friend. Your poem here is very simple and to the point. Although your expressed events here are most tragic, if I understand correctly from what you have written, he has been put to rest in the very place that best portrays his passion for living.... In other words, in the minds of those who remain yet alive, he will always be doing what he enjoyed best in life. Again, very good poetry and as I think the title of your poem implies... I am very sorry for your loss, but I am also very happy for His gain. GOD bless. -Bob |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Thank you Bob. The last discussion I had with his daddy(last Sunday) they were talking of leaving him right where he is. I don't know whether they meant his body as it is or if they would spread his ashes. It is so painful to discuss but I will know later. Love, Joyce |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Joyce, With all my heart, I send you and your family my deepest sorrow. I have no idea why a person is taken to heaven to be with our Father, I only know, 'God's ways are not our ways.' One day we will all be united and our questions will be answered. Hugs to you dear lady, Marti |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Joyce - I am so sorry for your loss. I had not idea that you were related to Canada's free spirit Craig. Bless you for this heartfelt write. Chris "Hope" is the thing with feathers- |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Yes, bless his heart. He was from our town, Mount Vernon, Washington and he adopted your country because of your beautiful mountains and his love for snowboarding. He was getting his certification to be a guide. Thank you for answering. Love, Joyce |
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