My parents spent fifty-three years together, had eleven of their own children then adoptive five more! Their lives together revolved around God and the children he gave them, and the two he took back home. Never once did I feel we were a burden to them. We were their gifts! I wrote this chronological order of events of their love affair and summarized what life taught them and me...
My mother, the saint, shines her bright light down on all of us, always and forever reminding me, that with tragedy there is peace in knowing... we are never alone!
Dad, don't cry...there's a big smile on her face!
Love played in concert the "Claire de Lune" entr’acte Two skylarks in the Meadows slow danced to Frank Sinatra ...then they did the jitterbug!
The Love birds they kissed a whole night away Ringing in the rite bells, proposing, for that early Spring day
The bride wore a cranberry suit on Midland Avenue, replying, "OK, yes! , I’ll do it!, With a prerequisite of sixteen babies fulfill me, one big family unit! "
The groom was handsome and tall Appealingly, permitted to that! Rendered from war, dormant , he wholeheartedly agreed, "Alrighty then, I’ll don this new hat!"
The honeymoon, was like heaven A little lodge on Bear Mountain Sealing a lifetime of truly’s, and a sincere, solemn loyalty to children
They say, hard work pays off and being just to your brethren... and, " Did you know... you become even more Blessed, every time you get pregnant?"
They had a baby girl, then a girl , then a boy, boy... But , then most unexpectedly, a little bow untied, when their five year old daughter, got really sick and just died...
God is good, but, "why her Lord?" Little Kathy’s dad, lost... with nothing left in his store "Nothing will ever matter or make sense anymore!" But his wife saw differently...
She was carrying a baby, and holding her husband, as if , words were leavened, saying,"Be not afraid, for who else do we know... has their very own advocate in heaven?"
Time went on and it did heal most, always staying close, to the Father, His Son, and that special touch of love, from their Holy Ghost...
They had six more children then added five more too! Love bloomed in Jersey, ...a newborn petal fell God has his reasons...another see welled...
Then, love moved to Pennsylvania and ten years, loving later... The farm life in the Valley... O’ the memories, they’ll paint her! "Florida here we come!"
Sailing seas and fishing for fun with the children all grown, now... Two , too far, far from done! But, God called her home, his wife of fifty-three years, gone...
And, The still, handsome groom? Well, he tries to keep his chin high, wiping away the tears, now...and... but then, he’ll remember her cry,
"The advocate in heaven, lovey... We’re here!. Forever, for always, right here by your side..".
1st your mother is/was lovely! What passions I see, and I see you in her! or her in you!
Your dad looked like a happy go-lucky kinda' a guy~
I see their love beaming!
What a truly blessed tribute! YOu have out done yourself, in memories still STRONG! (as you are)
Glad I read your true heart here Kimmy dear!
I can see where your tenacity, love for so many and care come from!
AWESOME!
STay Positive!
STay SAFE!
Namaste!
:)
A wonderful tribute and heartwarming write my friend, I don't know how I missed this one, but I'm glad I found it, enjoyed it much!
Blessings,
Joyce B.
A gifted life and family...you surely are blessed and gifted to be able to express such a lovely tribute and display of a family life filled with love...
What a . w o n d e r f u l . tribute you have written, Kimmy!! What a . w o n d e r f u l . tribute you ARE. Your parents were -- ARE -- beautiful inside and out, it is obvious. Their loyalty to each other and their love for you and and their other children -- all of whom, I am sure, considered them their true parents -- are more than admirable. Their example casts a glow that will never dim. Preachin' to the choir, aren't I? Thank you for this fascinating look into the lives of two people who had the courage and the strength and the faith not only to survive, but to make the world a better place. Blessings always,
'Pea' <3
Awwww Kimmy, this is a wonderfully romantic tribute to your parents. I could really feel the love, and the sadness, and the love still, all through this piece.
"The advocate in heaven, lovey...
We’re here!.
Forever, for always,
right here by your side..".
These last lines melt the heart, and bring joy and hope for those still on earth. Thank you so much for sharing.
May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth, & (((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your sister in the Lord, Barbie
Reviewed by Tamara Perlin (Reader)
Reviewed on June 26, 2007
Lovely, this is a true Romance. Truly, you captured the essence of Van Kooten love. Gramps - he is stong in himself, but stronger with the love and support of his near and dear family. At last, at least, a chance to return the favor. It's his turn to be pampered, to live the good life. Relax & Be Blessed ~ We Love You, Gramps! xoxo ~Mara
Heart warming story, though tinged with sadness endemic with sibling and parental loss. Your parent's love and devotion to their children are a testimony to a human spirit that is increasingly rare in these days of superficial pick and mix relationships.
Very beautiful remembrance, Kimmy. They sound so sweet and special, and shared a bountiful life and love. This poem will be a recorded legacy for years to come for you and your family.
Thanks for sharing their story.
Connie
Reviewed by J M (Reader)
Reviewed on June 23, 2007
Kimmy this is legacy and beauty and a beautiful tribute to them both....
Blessings & peace,
Joselyn
Reviewed by John Van Kooten (Reader)
Reviewed on June 23, 2007
DEAREST KIM: THANK YOU THANK YOU. AS I HAVE OFTEN SAID TO YOU, IT IS NOT OFTEN THAT GOD SENDS ONE OF HIS ANGLES TO LIVE WITH A MAN ON EARTH. I HAVE BEEN SO BLESSED BUT I MISS HER SOOOO. GOD LOVE YOU AND YOUR ELEVEN. DAD GRAMPS.
Such an endearing story of a life of love and loving shared by two and than by many. These are the loves of life that set the markers for all to follow.
Seems you have been reminiscing alot lately Kimmy. This is a bitter sweet tribute that is quite touching to me. You have many good memories and your quill is doing a marvelous job. Well done!
Blessings ...
Richard
Beautiful tribute to what love is all about. Well done.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
My folks were married 39 years. Mom died. Eight years later, Daddy remarried. They've been together, what, ll years now? I always tell him, "Most men can't find the love of one good woman, you're blessed, you've found it twice."
Poignant write on a marriage made in heaven and blessed by each pregnancy to fulfil God's plan. The void can never be filled until in heaven God will once again unite both of them.
A truly marvelous, and truly heartfelt tribute to them, Kimmy. God Bless Them!
My parents also had 53 years of wedded bliss, before my Dad passed on. And there is not one day that my mother doesn't think of him, and of the day when they will be together again.
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Your dad looked like a happy go-lucky kinda' a guy~
I see their love beaming!
What a truly blessed tribute! YOu have out done yourself, in memories still STRONG! (as you are)
Glad I read your true heart here Kimmy dear!
I can see where your tenacity, love for so many and care come from!
AWESOME!
STay Positive!
STay SAFE!
Namaste!
:)
Blessings,
Joyce B.
Blessed are those that can sing family memories.
"Loving Advocates" is a bountiful and wonderful story-poem.
In admiration,
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
enjoyed.....
Art Sun...
'Pea' <3
One of best written tributes I have had the pleasure in reading.
"The advocate in heaven, lovey...
We’re here!.
Forever, for always,
right here by your side..".
These last lines melt the heart, and bring joy and hope for those still on earth. Thank you so much for sharing.
May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth, & (((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your sister in the Lord, Barbie
Be safe,
Karen
Regards
Dai
Thanks for sharing
Was that "Midland Ave" In Staten Island?
curious
Love & peace
William
Thanks for sharing their story.
Connie
Blessings & peace,
Joselyn
Fee
George
Blessings ...
Richard
Beautiful tribute to what love is all about. Well done.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
My folks were married 39 years. Mom died. Eight years later, Daddy remarried. They've been together, what, ll years now? I always tell him, "Most men can't find the love of one good woman, you're blessed, you've found it twice."
My parents also had 53 years of wedded bliss, before my Dad passed on. And there is not one day that my mother doesn't think of him, and of the day when they will be together again.