"Our Son, Our Gift" - Dad's Poem

(Read by Dad at the Vigil service for Mark on 7/5/99)

Despite the sadness that Janis and I have felt, for the loss of the son we dreamed of having, it’s been very easy for us to focus on the special gifts that Mark brought us. And while they may not be tangible gifts to hold in our hands, they are personal and spiritual gifts that we’ll hold in our hearts and minds forever.

I wrote a poem for Mark reflecting on this. It’s titled “Our Son, Our Gift”

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We brought you into this world, Mark

Yet it is you who gives us new life

We took care of your needs

Yet it is you who nurtures us every day

We fed you

Yet it is you who nourishes our spirit

We bathed you

Yet it is you who cleanses us with your innocence

We talked to you

Yet it is you who shares the good news