Grandma's Poem

I believe everyone received Fred’s email earlier as it was addressed to the whole family.  I have copied the text of the poem into this email so that it can be easily read by everyone.  It has also been posted to the family blog so that you have access to it if you are away from email.  I’m sure I am not alone in being awed by my grandparents’ love for each other.  As such great parents, it is fitting that one of their greatest lessons is still being taught.  I’m also personally thankful for the sacrifices, sensitivity, and communication by Fred, Marianne, Krys, and Alex.  You have not only done so much for Grandma and Grandpa but also for the rest of us.  I hope this message finds everyone well.

Nick

 

TAKE MY HAND

Take my hand and walk beside me,

I'm just as scared as you.

I promise not to stumble,

And I'll be there if you do.

I'm not sure how far we'll travel,

Or if the road will ever bend.

For you and I will never know,

Just when our walk will end.

 

Take my hand and walk beside me,

Hold me gently as we go.

I will never let you see,

That your steps are getting slow.

Don't worry if you see me cry,

Those final tears good-bye.

It's hard to hide my sorrow,

When a loved one has to die.

 

Take my hand and walk beside me,

I won't let you be alone.

And if we can't cross mountains,

I will let God take you home.

Sometimes I find I'm weary,

With each step I often fall.

But we will journey on dear,

Until we hear God call.

 

Take my hand while we're together,

It's this time that means so much.

I'm so glad that I and others,

Have been blessed with your loving touch.

 

Take my hand and walk beside me,

Let me hear your gentle voice.

God has given us a special gift,

When others have no choice.

Don't worry about the little ones,

They’II do what must be done.

For you have taught them how to care,

And how to live as one.

 

Take my hand and walk beside me,

The road ahead is long.

But I will always love you,

And will keep our family strong.

Let the sunshine light the way,

As we take from day to day.

Hold my hand as the gentle breezes blow,

You've touched me in ways you'll never know.

With all my heart I'll miss you so,

When you walk with God someday.

 

Take my hand while we're together,

It's this time that means so much.

I'm so glad that I and others,

Have been blessed with your loving touch.