To my dearest family, some things I would like to say.
First of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I am writing this from heaven.
Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there are no more tears of sadness
Here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I am out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through.
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you".
It is good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they will be here later on.

I need you here so badly, you are part of my plan.
There is so much that we can do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things that he wished for me to do.
Moreover, foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
In addition, when you lie in bed at night the day’s chores put to flight,
God and I are closest to you...in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years,
Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
Nevertheless, do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you that entire God has planned.
If I were to tell you, you would not understand.

However, one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I am closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb
Nevertheless, together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I would like it for you too
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who is in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night...My day was not in vain.
Now I am contented... that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick them up, as on your way you go.

When you are walking down the street and you have me on your mind
I am walking in your footsteps only half a step behind
Moreover, when it is time for you to go...from that body to be free
Remember you are not going...you are coming here to me.

(Mahaffey, R.A., 2012)

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