That Their Light May Always Shine ©

As we gather this evening to remember and honor our children who are no longer with us. I feel compelled to take a long, deep breath and try to understand what this ceremony is really all about. Is it for them? Is it for us? Is it for both of us? Or is it for the whole world to take time away from our busy and often tedious lives to stop and consider what really matters.

That their light may always shine – what exactly does the mean? To me, it means many different things.

May their light always shine…because they were born into our families and we loved them immediately and immensely. They were and still are special in their own way and they touched our hearts as no one else ever has or ever can. The bond that was created between you and your child can never end - it will endure through eternity. That alone is reason enough to join together with others and tell them all what a wonderful gift you were given – even it was for a very short time.

May their light always shine…because each and every one of our children who are no longer with us in body are indeed with us in spirit. I feel that when you are a parent you give of yourself, your time, your caring, your love and your life lessons. You give of yourself to your child. But, they also give of themselves to you in copious amounts. Hugs, smiles, songs sung, good report cards, wise choices, homemade gifts and unconditional love are just a few of the many things they have given us. We still have them and we cherish them and tuck them away in our hearts for safekeeping.

We are here tonight - that their light may always shine…because we love them with all our hearts and will never, ever forget the important part they played in our lives and the tremendous joy they have given us.

Shine bright my son – I love you with all my heart!

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