Mary A. Lapham

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

My mother was a strong loving person. She opened her heart and home to many people, it wasn't always easy but she made it thru some tough times and always laughed about it later. She loved to have company and everytime we were having something she was the first to say "what do you want me to do". She loved her grandchildren and enjoyed there life with her especially her little man (Benjamin) she could play for hours with him. I'm so grateful that they had four(4) great years together. He...

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome...

Patty, Rich, Missy,

I was sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I will always remember her beautiful smile and how nice she was. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Even though I only got the chance to know Gram for about seven years, those seven years of my life I will never forget. She was a caring woman that would do anything that she could to please others. Whenever I would walk into the house she would always have a smile on her face and some funny remark regarding Chris. She will be greatly missed and will always have a spot in my heart. I am sorry for the ones that didn't get a chance to know Gram, they missed out on a wonderful woman. My heart...

Gram was the strongest woman I know and I only hope that I can be half the woman or mother she ever was. You will be missed... I love you. Love Janice, Larry and Kylei.