A Man "Michael died march 1st 2012"

Bearing for her life's burdens soothes the children of their tears Is the rock all others break upon leaves fond memories are his years

My son in law Michael Wellman walking with his daughter, my granddaughter Payton
This picture now framed hangs in his mothers atrium welcoming all who visit.

Michael Wellman
The Man
1979-2012
Son to Steve and Kathy
Husband to Jessica
Father to Payton
Best friend to all who knew him

Author's Note

Last Christmas I laid it out on canvas. It was given to Michael as a present. Little could any of us imagine how prophetic these lines would become. Yet none the less he remains the one deserving in my mind of such an honor. When I met Michael I thought he must have great parents". And so he does. Michael s life ended tragically a few days ago. What's left to say but we loved him we miss him. Nothing fills that void.

Reviews

[K. D. Kromminga]

Its terrible when someone so young and so loved dies so young. I know I'm little late in sharing heartfelt sympathies as I'm still catching up with read requests from 6 months or more ago. But I'm trying to work through a few old ones and a few new ones a night. Blessings on you and your family that they get through this.

[Carolann Dowsett]

Simply beautiful, thank you for sharing brought tears to my eyes.

[Balkaran Sidhu]

thank you for sharing this more than just amazing piece of poetry

[Patricia B. Hepler]

Thank you for sharing your soul-and Michael's. Your work shines for all~ pat

[Vincent Esprit FMI]

"Only welcome of a good man's door,
Will permit a monarch's entry."

I can feel you your pain at the tragic loss of your Friend and Son in Law Michael! Courage and strength to you and the entire family especially his wife and their children! I shall remember Michael at the Mass tomorrow morning and your entire family! The comfort and solace in this crisis is that you did give him this piece of brillaint Art! That was itself a reflection of him. Be assured of my prayers for you and your family!

[Helen Crutchett]

I am truly lost for words dear Tate. You have done a superb job in encaptulating the life of Michael, the sadness of his passing, the deep gratitude you feel for the love of everyone around you. Again I am so sorry for your loss, but I'm sure your daughter will gain strength from your heartfelt letter from the soul. You are one in a million Tate! Thank you....I'm a bit overcome here, very stirring indeed. Kind regards Helena