What makes a Mother"
I thought of you and closed my eyes
And prayed to God today.

I asked what makes a mother
And I know I heard him say,
A mother has a baby this we know is true.
But God, can you be a mother
When your son is not with you?
Yes, you can, He replied with confidence in His voice.
I gave many women babies, when they leave is not their choice.
Some I send for a lifetime, and others for a day.
And some I send to feel your womb, but there's no need to stay.

I just don't understand this, God.
I want my son here. He took a breath and cleared His throat,
And then I saw a tear.

"We go to earth to learn our lessons of love and life and fear.

I wish I could show you what your child is doing today. If you could see your child smile with other children

and say:


"My mommy loved me oh so much, I got to come straight here.
I feel so lucky to have a mom who had so much love for me.
I learned my lesson very quickly and my mommy set me free."

"I miss my mom oh so much but I visit her each day.
When she goes to sleep at night, on her pillow's where I lay.
I stroke her hair, kiss her cheek, and whisper in her ear,
"Mommy don't be sad today, it's me Matthew, and I'm here."

So you see, my dear sweet one, your child is ok.
Your son is here in My home and this is where he'll stay.
He'll wait for you with Me until your lesson is through.
And on the day that you come home, He'll be at the gates for you.

So now you see what makes a Mother, it's the feeling in your heart.
It's the love you had so much of, right from the very start.

Love and Friendship..............I know its hard not having

 our boys, but they will always be in our hearts..

Dawn

I am Mandi, Mother to Angel Victoria Chaffman.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this holiday season.  I am still learning myself that it never gets any easier, but we have Angels now and they are in a much better place.  May god bless you and your family.

Remembering your precious Matthew xx

Sorry I missed your birthday sweetie!

Though you never had the chance

To see the sky

To count the clouds

To wish upon a star.

Though you never felt

The soft warmth of a puppy

The bright sunshine on your face

The cool grass beneath your feet.

Though you never learned

To laugh or speak

We loved you from the moment

We knew of your existence.

Our time with you was short

But each day was a blessing that brought us great joy.

You are in our hearts forever,

and always in our thoughts.

Happy Birthday Matthew...We love you

Mommy & Daddy

FROM ANGEL FAITH

Don't forget to put your shoe out for the leprechaun to fill with sweets  :-)

KNOW THAT YOU AND ALL WHO LOVE AND MISS PRECIOUS MATTHEW ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. NO MATTER HOW LONG WE HAVE THEM THE PAIN IS THE SAME WHEN THEY GO AWAY. WE ARE CONNECTED BY OUR GRIEF, BUT WE WILL CELEBRATE TOGETHER ONE DAY, WHEN WE ARE REUNITED WITH OUR LOVED ONE AGAIN! MAY GOD SURROUND YOU WITH HIS LOVING ARMS BRINGING YOU COMFORT, STRENGTH, AND PEACE IN THE COMING YEARS!!

M. CATHY GIRAUD ( DAVID'S MOM )