Wishes and Rainbows

My Dad and his First Grandson

Richard Nathan P.

Wishes and Rainbows

I'm going to a family reunion this weekend which will be allot of fun and reminiscing. Remembering all the stories of long ago, remembering the love of those that have passed. Embracing the energy and joy of those that are here. And making new memories and stories that can be passed on to future generations. Family reunions are so precious.

My first nephew was born on 8/10/80 and would have been 29 on Monday. But at age 27, God decided he needed him more than we did here, so He called him Home on 12/27/07 (those with numerology might have something to say about the dates). Richard was blessed with a wonderful fun filled spirit, great smile, beautiful sparkling eyes filled with wonder and excitement, a vocabulary that challenged most everyone with his knowledge and use of "big words", a sense of humor as he was full of jokes and laughter, an imagination and gift of storytelling that had you spellbound with wonder...is that really true?...., an outrageous interest in and replication of bodily sound (he's laugh and giggle and well... you'd be laughing and giggling and making the same sounds right along with him)sand intelligence beyond imagination. But God also Blessed him with Asperger's Syndrome as well as a form of Marfan syndrome, and I dare say a stubborn side as well. I say Blessed as that's what made Richard; Richard. It's what made him endearing and yes on occasion frustrating, to all those that knew him. It was his "specialness" that made him unforgettable to anyone that met him. From his Tall tales to his true knowledge and details of History, he was an amazing soul. His laugh, more of a giggle, and smile were infectious and no matter the mood you were in, you'd be smiling and giggling right along with him in no time. He taught us many lessons and brought us many Joy's. God Truly Blessed us with Richard. He was/is one of my most cherished Gifts.

He wrote a poem while in school and I'd like to honor him and his memory by sharing it with you today. I also would like to share with you a poem that I wrote to honor his memory.

photo by Clytie @http://clytie-randomhearts.blogspot.com/

Thank you dear soul for the use of your wonderful "heart" wish plant.

Here is my Nephews Poem

The Calm Wind

The wind calms me

with a gentle breeze

and I just get lost.

I start Floating off

like a wish plant.

Drifting, Drifting,

in the mist.

For if I wish

For if I want

I could forever

Float away……

By Richard Nathan

P.

My hand was guided to write the poem below:

RICHARD’S RAINBOW

God sent to you this bundle of love

And guided you as parents from above

You burped and bibbed and fed him too

And when he was older taught him to moo

He always had a giggle and that great big smile

And a tale that would go on for mile and mile

Your ear he would bend with a story so grand

Catching whales of the shores of this great land

If you weren’t careful you’d believe him a bit

He’d go on and on till he finally quit

His sisters came along, of them there were three

Richard’s laughter could be heard with such glee

He loved them he did as he tested their will

Yet of his jokes they could not get their fill

From knock knocks to Zezzles he always wanted more

Along came Tom and then Rich had four

A big brother he was in all of his glory

With stories to tell even some that were gory

He tried your patience and tested your will

At times even stubborn, he was such a pill

His grandparents he loved so very much

His giant hands had a tender touch

He loved nature in all of its forms

From the slow moving turtle to the wonder of storms

Richard had parents whose love was so strong

They taught him with Faith, the right from the wrong

With God by their side they learned many lessons

I’m sure if you ask they have many confessions

God gave Doug answers for Richard’s great voyage

To guide him back home took will and great courage

I see Richard still on his Mom’s tender lap

Being comforted, telling stories, or taking a nap

Richard was special both inside and out

Of that I am sure, there is no doubt

He was gifted to us by God’s almighty hand

To show us compassion as is His command

We learned many lessons and opened our hearts

And yes even laughed when he made those fake farts

So why do I make a joke or two here

That’s what Rich taught, with his life short and dear

Enjoy what you have and cherish it true

Find passion in life what ever you do

With him it took patience and great understanding

The tight rope of life with the feather landing

Yes God gave us Richard to teach us His Love

And has taken him home to Heaven above

So shed a tear as humans we must

Then remember God’s Promise, in Him we Trust

So Good Bye Richard you will be truly missed

We’ll cherish your memories in Rainbows mist

Written with Great Love

By Aunt Nina (12/31/2007)

Richard you brought Love, Hope and Happiness to all you met.

Thank you Richard and Happy Birthday to my First Nephew.

Love and Light,

Aunt Nina

aka Nina P.

a photo my niece took of the fireworks at Niagara Falls Canada on 12/27/07. Richard wasn't with us on our trip, yet.... this photo speaks differently. He had passed away just a few hours before this photo was taken.