In Memory of:
Aaron Richard Havenga (April 2, 1975 ~ November 20, 1994) 
Spears of sunlight
penetrate holes in the clouds.
Your signal (to me)
that all is well
in the radiance
of your new home.
Memories of you return
in waves of autumn light
recalling your exceptional performance
in running Cross Country (at FHC).
on a soft summer breeze
that cooled you as you hiked
the Appalachian Trail (with Ross).
Memories of you return
watching your big smile
as you "spray" a large plume
while water-skiing at Payne Lake.
Memories of you return
in the depths of winter cold
as you rode our local slopes
at Cannonsburg Ski Lodge.
I want to ride up
those shafts of sunlight
to get just one more glimpse of you,
to help me through a few more years,
until I can join you in the heavenly realm.
© 2019 Richard Havenga
"I want to ride up those shafts of sunlight to get just one more glimpse of you, ..." ~ from: "One More Glimpse" by Poet/Photographer Richard Havenga @ Walk With Father Nature: https://walkwithfathernature.blogspot.com/2019/11/one-more-glimpse.html
ReplyDeleteWow, Dad, this is a phenomenal poem and a beautiful tribute to Aaron! I hope you feel all the love he is sending you from Heaven. Thank you for keeping his memory fresh in our hearts and minds. I love you so much, and can't wait to see you!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Sarah
Thank you Sarah. We will always be grateful for the nineteen years we were gifted by Aaron's presence. Love, Dad
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