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In Loving Memory… A Tribute to the Children & Families of the Connecticut School Tragedy

Posted on December 19, 2012 by coolrain44

Sandy Hook Memorial candles & teddy bears

Sandy Hook Children Collage Never Forget

‘Twas 11 days before Christmas, around 9:38

When 20 beautiful children stormed through heaven’s gate

Their smiles were contagious, their laughter filled the air

They could hardly believe all the beauty they saw there

They were filled with such joy, they didn’t know what to say

They remembered nothing that happened earlier that tragic day

“Where are we?” asked a little girl, as quiet as a mouse.

“This is heaven.” declared a small boy. “We’re spending Christmas at God’s house.

“When what to their wondering eyes did appear

But Jesus, their savior, the children gathered near.

He lovingly gazed at them and smiled, and they smiled back just the same.

Then He opened His arms as He called them by name.

Come Charlotte, Olivia, Dylan and Chase,

Emilie, Josephine, Noah and Grace,

Come Allison, Catherine, Ana and Jack;

There was Daniel and Jessica as he looked back.

Come Benjamin, Avielle, Jesse and James,

Caroline, Madeline; his eyes tearing up as he finished their names.

When roll call was finished, 20 young Angels received their new wings.

He lamented that they’d be able to do all sorts of things.

Then he asked them all to close their eyes.

Jesus told them he had brought along another surprise.

Six special teachers and guardians they’d all recognize,

Who only moments ago protected and hugged them during their cries.

Jesus would not allow them to suffer in pain,

So he whisked them away to a better place again.

And as that moment brought comfort and joy only heaven can bring

Those children all flew into the arms of their Savior and King.

And as they lingered in the warmth of His gentle embrace,

One small child turned and looked at Jesus’ face.

And as if He could read all the questions she had

He gently whispered to her, “I’ll take care of mom and dad.

“Then He looked down on earth, the world far below

He saw all of the hurt, the sorrow, and woe

Then He closed His eyes and He outstretched His hand,

“Let My power and presence re-enter this land!”

“May this country be delivered from the evil deeds of fools”

“I’m taking back my nation. I’m taking back my schools!”

Then He and the children stood up without making a sound.

“Come now my children, let me show you around.”

A wave of excitment enveloped the space,

A new sense of adventure overwhelmed the place.

As Jesus guided them on their journey to the new Promised Land,

Angels filled the heavens like oceans washing up on sand

As the kids followed Jesus, some skipped and some ran.

All displaying enthusiasm that only small children can.

And i heard Him proclaim as He walked out of sight,

“In the midst of this darkness, I AM STILL THE LIGHT.”

-Written by Cameo Smith, Mt. Wolf-

Originally posted online by Sandy Meginnis – This poem was taken from a “memorial” posted on a Google review of Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut on the same day as the tragic school shooting

I also personally added several more lines and changed a few other lines around to make this even more meaningful in hopes this may put a small smile on a loved ones face to help them get through these tough emotional times in the early aftermath of this horrific event. Please know that the nation, actually the world, mourns with you.

Heaven’s Playground
Newtown Angels

Sandy Hook child victim collage

Always Remember…..

The Beautiful Faces of the Innocent Children…..

Victims of the Sandy Hook School Tragedy

Emilie Parker
5/12/2006

Dylan Hockley
3/8/2006

Jessica Rekos
5/10/2006

Daniel Barden
9/25/2005

Grace McDonnell
12/04/2005

Noah Pozner
11/20/2006

Charlotte Bacon
2/22/2006

Chase Kowalski
10/31/2005

Olivia Engel
7/18/2006

Jack Pinto
5/6/2006

Madeleine Hsu
7/10/2006

Jessie Lewis
6/30/2006

Caroline Previdi
9/7/2006

Benjamin Wheeler
9/12/2006

Allison Wyatt
7/3/2006

James Mattioli
3/22/2006

Ana Marquez-Greene
4/4/2006

Catherine Hubbard
6/8/2006

Avielle Richman
10/17/2006

Josephine Gay
12/11/2005

Also Remembering the Incredible Teachers & Staff of Sandy Hook …..

Who Sacrificed Their Owns Lives Protecting Countless School Children

And Died As Heroes In The Process

Dawn Hochsprung (47)
School Principal

Mary Sherlach (56)
School Psychologist

Anne Marie Murphy (52)
Special Education Teacher
Teacher’s Aide

Rachel D’Avino (29)
Behavioral Therapist
Teacher’s Aide

Victoria Soto (27)
1st Grade Teacher

Lauren Rousseau (30)
Permanent Substitute Teacher

More Special Tributes

Sandy Hook School Beyond the Clouds

Sandy Hook - The Field Trip Poem

Sandy Hook - Prayer Candle

Sandy Hook - 1st Christmas in Heaven Angels

Sandy Hook - 1st Christmas in Heaven names

Sandy Hook - Dear God Letter Santa

Sandy Hook - Teddy Bear Wall

Sandy Hook - paper angels

Sandy Hook Memorial Eternal Light Candles

20 Children

20 children won’t have their first kiss.

20 children won’t know what it feels like to graduate.

20 children won’t know what it feels like to have their heart broken, and then repaired again.

20 children won’t go to prom.

20 children won’t know what true love feels like.

20 children wont know what it’s like to have their first job.

20 children won’t know what it’s like to get their licence.

20 children won’t ever have the chance to get married.

20 children won’t know what it feels like to be accepted to college.

20 children will not get to run down the stairs in excitment this Christmas.

20 children won’t know what it feels like to turn 21 with their friends.

20 children won’t be able to have children of their own.

20 children won’t ever know how they made us realize we all took life for granted.

RIP to all the innocent souls.

Heaven gained beautiful angles today.