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Shanie AKA..Lady
June 26, 2024
Hello Esparza Family, I wanted to send my Heart out to you all. EspeciallyMom, I'm sorry to hear about the loss of Michael aka..Dad Esparza. I think of all of you everyday. I miss and love you all. I'm sorry I haven't been in touch for a while. I just had to distance myself self for awhile cause I needed to go forward and try to continue living as I know Michael would of wanted but I always keep your all close to my heart with love everyday. I would love to reconnect with you please send me an email and let me know what's going on. [email protected] I love you.
Shanie AKA..Lady
June 26, 2024
Shanie AKA..Lady
June 26, 2024
Shanie AKA..Lady
June 26, 2024
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Shanie AKA..Lady
June 26, 2024
Hello Michael, is been along while since I've written. Went through all the pages of this book and I noticed that your daughter Scarlett has written in it. My heart was comforted to read her thoughts. This is basically why I truly purchased this Legacy Book. Cause I was hoping that one day your kids might write in it. I miss you my friend still every second of the day. I'll love you for life. Life has never been the same since you've been gone. It has moved on as life will always do but for me there has always been an empty space in it for me, we're you belong. Here's a couple of updated photos of my boy's. The one on the left is my youngest you never had the privilege of knowing his name is Ryan and he's 18 now. The one on the right is your Godson Michael he is now 22 years old and still remembers you.
Helen
May 2, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Monica Quiroz
April 30, 2023
Well our dad has gone to heaven with you oh how my heart hurts I miss you so much I seen your daughter and my God she's beautiful she's a good girl mejo untill me meet again tell dad I love him too and miss him so much
Lenitta
April 29, 2023
I have known/friends since 1989 will never forget the good times we had together and till this day I still think about you mike.
You will always be in my heart!
Alexander Calderon
May 5, 2021
Just thinking about you bro. It's been so long.. I had a dream last night that you where touching up this tattoo you did for me along time ago bro. Miss you brother .
Gloria Esparza
May 1, 2020
Michael, here I am once again celebrating your life. It's now been 16 years since you left us. There is not one day that goes by without thinking of you. I don't write in your book as often as I did. I think I have said it all and I am left just with a heart ache, because you are not here. Everyone misses you everyday, and I can't hardly wait until one day we will be united forever. I hang on to God's Promise that I shall see you one glorious day. Love you forever!
Isaac
April 29, 2020
Magic mike! I just woke up this morning and thought about you! I miss you and love you so much. I know youre watching over us here at the house. Everything has been going good over here. Im just blessed to have your parents still here. Ill make sure to write in here more often! Love you magic Ill see you in heaven
Isaac
October 19, 2019
Magic I really wish you were here with us. I was thinking about you a lot tonight. We miss you so much. I named my dog after you man we'll never forget you. I'll be visiting you soon I promise. Love you magic mike
Joseph Quiroz
May 2, 2019
Miss you Nino not a day goes by where we don't think don't about you.
Big Jawani
May 2, 2019
Never forgotten
Scarlette rose marie Esparza
November 30, 2017
hey dad, i miss you so much. i was so little when you passed thats its sad because i dont remember any of it since i was so young. Things are a bit ruff up here but im sure things will ease off little by little. i honestly dont remember the last time i talked to my cousins and other family memebers. i dont even remember the last time i even saw them . the only person that stays in contact with me is my auntie mona, she always calls and checks up on me. i recently got ahold of my brother christopher, i reached out to him, and things went well just hope i can meet him in the future. i know that my family has not forgotten me , but its like they dont care to reach out to me, its always me going the extra mile to talk to everyone. until next time , i love you and miss you dad see you soon - scarlette
October 3, 2017
Ey bro its ur cuz. Been thinking bout u alot. On my mind jus thinkin how life changes at a blink of an eye. Things arent always what they seem to be. I went to see u before I left, haden't been there in a while. Been in n out everywhere. I carry a piece of you everywhere I go everywhere iv been. I miss u bro ill see u when I get back.
Gloria Esparza
September 16, 2017
Hello Michael, it's your mom. I know its been a very long time since I last visited your legacy book. I used this book so much for years venting my pain and sorrow when you left this world. It really played an enormous part of healing my heart. I just wrote so much of what I was feeling as the days, months and years went by. This was part of my therapy as I walked thru the valley of sorrow. God has been so good to me and has been there to guide and make sure that I reached the mountain top. But still, there is not a day that goes by that I don't think about you. So much has happened since you left. I so wish you were here to see your son Christopher, your daughter Scarlette your grandson, Noah. OMGosh, Noah looks a lot like you. He is just the cutest little boy. Your nephews, Joseph, Isaac and Christian miss you so much and we so often talk about you when we all gather as a family. Your sisters, Monica and Mona love and miss so much as well. Your father and I talk about you and reminisce and share the memories you left us. I often run into friends of yours and they say so many nice things about you and how they love and miss you. One good friend in particular,is Bryan. He faithfully visits you and details your head stone. He has been in my life since you've been gone. You know God is the one who heals all wounds and I am so grateful and blessed. Well, until then, I look up to the sky and await my time when the Lord calls my name. I shall see your beautiful face one day, when I get to heaven. We all love you and miss you very much.
Thinking of you and praying that God continues to give us strength and courage to continue the race, until we reach the finish line.
Love you, Mom
Isaac Rodriguez
May 16, 2017
Miss you and love you uncle. Your old pal mark came through my job the other day and said so much about you. Which didn't surprise me that he knew you since everyone knows you in the tattoo industry. We all can't go a day without thinking about you. Wish you were here with us celebrating every holiday. The whole family is doing good too. I wish you can meet my little girl, Isabella. She's so big for a two year old. She brings so much energy, happiness and joy into our lives. She LOVES your mom especially grandpa. They have a bond so strong I can't describe. It's truly an indescribable relationship. We'll all see you soon magic. You'll Forever be in our hearts. Love you
Scarlette rose Esparza
May 1, 2017
today marks 13 years. i miss you a lot dad. there is never a day that goes about where your not on my mind. when i see you i have so much to stay about everything. the most recent exciting event that has occured in my life is getting on a Junior Olympic Dive Team. I still contine my dance career, and non the less will ever end it. i miss you dearly dad. ill see you soon.
My Michael!
Gloria Esparza
March 28, 2017
Monica Quiroz
July 9, 2016
We miss and love you
July 5, 2016
Another 4th without you bro. I'm sure you got the big bombs up there. Miss you.
Gloria Esparza
May 26, 2016
Happy 47th Birthday Michael!!
I still remember the day you were born, your father was in Viet Nam, fighting the war, as a Marine. The first time your father saw you was on August 24, 1969, when went to Hawaii for his R&R. It was an amazing time together and he could not take his eyes off of you. You were such a awesome baby always smiling and even at this young age you would laugh so hard. We thought your laugh was not normal, because you were just 3 months old. But that was the laugh you would have for the rest of your life. Your laugh was so contagious and we could not help but laugh with you until we were just about crying. I remember you school days, and all the fun times you had. Also, all the years you played baseball, boy could you ran. Well son, this is just a fraction of what I have in stored in my memory bank.
Happy Birthday son, until the Lord calls my name, I will continue looking up to the heavens. We love and miss you so much, Mom.
May 25, 2016
Joseph Quiroz
May 2, 2016
Happy birthday uncle Miss you!!
Gloria Esparza
May 1, 2016
Michael, it is now 12, years since you left to be with the Lord. I just can't believe it' been that long, seems like yesterday. Thanking God for the occasional dreams I have of you. Such sweet dreams where I get to hug and kiss you. You never seem to say a word, but I get to hug you and cry, and I always smell you wonderful cologne. We all miss and love you so much. Well, until that glorious day when God calls my name! Missing you! MOM
MOM & MICHAEL
SHANIE FREDERICK
May 1, 2016
MICHAEL
SHANIE FREDERICK
May 1, 2016
MICHAEL
SHANIE FREDERICK
May 1, 2016
Lady
March 2, 2016
Drew & Michael Brother's for life
Shanie
March 2, 2016
trinidad lopez
July 15, 2015
A little late but happy 4th. I know how much you loved lighting fireworks and out doing anyone around. I lit a few just for you. love you bro
Trinidaad Lopez
May 26, 2015
Happy birthday magic. Not a day goes by i dont talk to you. thankfull for the time i had with you. Much love
Josh
May 10, 2015
Today is a day that I know means a lot to you Magic....so on this day I wish your momma Happy Mothers Day because if you were here I know you would be home with her...thank you for having a great son and for giving me a friend for life. I'll see you soon brother but until then keep an eye on my kids and guide them.
Gloria Esparza
May 1, 2015
Michael, today is a day to remember your life. It's now 11 years since you left this earth. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. This one thing I know, that one glorious day, I shall behold! Love you!!!
Gloria Esparza
April 2, 2015
Hello my Michael, I know it's not your birthday yet, but I thought I would write something on your Legacy Book today. Next month will be your 11th anniversary when you left this world. There's not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. So much left unsaid, undone, but I know for sure that one glorious day I shall behold your beautiful face, and the rest won't matter. One of your many best friends that I see all the time, is Bryan. He is a loyal and faithful friend of yours. He is the one responsible for keeping your headstone so clean and shinny. Well, we will go visit you real soon, once again to reminisce, cry and to thank God for the years we had together. Thinking of you always. LOVE YOU MOM!
Isaac Rodriguez
October 10, 2014
Hey Michael it's Isaac. I've been thinking about you everyday and I miss you so much. You'll be forever in my heart. Grandma and grandpa miss you so much. Everyone misses you michael. I saw your daughter the other day. I didn't help but realize she looks just like you! You have a very beautiful daughter. She's growing up so fast! Scarlette is an awesome dancer and takes classes for it. She's really good at it and she's already becoming a teenager! Time flies by so quick! I remember when I was little you would call me "big poops." I always laugh when grandma or my mom talks about it. I wish you were here with us today. I'm going to visit you soon Michael at Rose hills cemetery with Scarlette and grandma. You were such a nice, kind, and sweet man. I dont go a day without thinking about you. In two more years I graduate from my high school. I really wish you can be there when I get my diploma but I know your watching me from heaven. I just really hope your dad and my mom can see me on the stage to get my diploma. I love you Magic Mike. You'll be forever missed.
Joseph Quiroz
October 8, 2014
Hey Uncle its JoJo. I can't go a day without thinking about you and all the things we would do. Like when you would pay me to clean your shoes to raising the bulldog pups. We miss you so much words can't start to explain. You were there for me when my dad was locked up and I can never tell you how much that meant to me. Grandma and Grandpa miss you every day. Just like the rest of us. Christian and Isaac out grew me they're both like 6ft tall and barley 14&17. I always talk about you with christian. You taught me so much uncle and I'll never be able to re-pay you for that. My mom misses you like crazy and always thinks about you. Anyways unc I love you and there is not a day that goes by that we don't think about you. You're still the only Person I've know to eat Mission Tortilla chips with Grandmas Spaghetti. I love you Uncle Mike.
Auntie Elva Villagran
August 2, 2014
Hi Michael It is Fafa' I think about you daily especially when I am with your mom. We always seem to hear a song or pass by something that reminds us about you. Your in everyday thought, I miss and you love so much. Love Auntie Elva
Lenitta Lohayza
June 18, 2014
Mike,
Yesterday my friends and I were talking about tattoos and you came up. It's funny how people never forgot who you are and the things they remember about you. The memories they shared with me made me happy but some of the memories I have are different and brought tears to my eyes because no matter how long you have been gone You will always have a piece of my heart..
Gloria Esparza
May 1, 2014
May 1st 2014, your 10th anniversary.
I miss you so much, miss your smile, your generosity, your kindness, your laugh and your cologne. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. The unbelievable thing is that 10 years has gone by, it seems like yesterday. Till I see you again, you are in my heart forever. MOM
Stephanie Meza
November 17, 2013
Miss my cousin
November 16, 2013
MIKIE I MISS YOU SO MEJO I WISH I HAD JUST ONE MORE SECOND JUST TO TELL YOU THAT I LOVE YOU AND IM PROUD TO BE YOUR YOUNGER BUT TALLER SISTER.YOU KNOW IT FEELS LIKE JUST YESTERDAY AND THE PAIN IN MY SOUL MIKIE I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH I JUST DONT KNOW HOW TO EXCEPT YOU LEAVING
Steve O
May 2, 2013
Had a great time yesterday with you JAWANI and Christine laughing about all the great times we've all had, miss you brother.
WE ALL MISS YOU & NEVER forget you. Nice Visit We had Yesterday. See you May 26th BUD
Kristina Davis
May 2, 2013
jawani
May 1, 2013
U know we miss u brotha. we are gonna burn one with u tonight. Keep an eye on my Momma..
Gloria Esparza
May 1, 2013
Michael, here we go again, another year has passed us by. Today is your 9th year anniversary, since you went to be with the Lord. Words cannot describe how much I miss you. There is not one day that goes by that I don't think about you. Your smile lit up the room where ever you went, just as u lit up my life. I believe some of your friends will be joining me at Rose Hills to "remember the Magic" on your birthday. Sunday, May 26th. Until then, I will see you again one day. Love you Mom. xoxo
Kristina Kittie Davis
May 1, 2013
MAGIC Mike - its Been 9 years!! and i still sheed Tears!! i miss you! your ART Is still Living ON FOREVER! XOXOX
Helen Chavez
March 13, 2013
Michael ( Magic ), it's been years since your passing to be with the Lord but you are still missed so much. Your smile would light up a room wherever you were at. We will never forget you and we all will see you when it's our time to also be with the Lord. Love you.
Joshua
March 12, 2013
Much love and respect to you brother. I will be visiting you shortly.
Lenitta Lohayza
March 8, 2013
WOW...it's still hard to believe that you are gone even after all these years. I still remember when you were working at a pet hospital you had your escort supra even ur bike. I have known u since you were 20 yrs old and can never forget you. one day we will cross paths again in heaven.
You will always be in are hearts.
Gloria Esparza
February 13, 2013
Michael, it has been months since I last written in your beautiful Legacy Book. So many things has happened since I last posted. The holidays were bitter sweet. On December 23, 2012, Andy passed away in a car accident. On that very day grandpa passed away 28 years ago, and a week short of grandmas passing on December 30, 2011. So much has been going on. You now are joined in heaven by your cousin Andy, who was only about 17 years old when you passed away. You are all having a blast in heaven. We are all getting older, and one by one our names will be called to eternity.
I will be getting together at Rose Hills with Brian, your friend. He visits you weekly and I meet him there at times. We reminice about the past and all the good times we had. Those beautiful memories that will remain in our hearts forever. Well, until we meet, I will keep looking up towards heaven. Love you infinity! MOM
Shanie Gomez
November 19, 2012
Gloria Esparza
September 24, 2012
Michael, here I am again. Gee, I just can't believe that its been now 8 years and 4 months since I last saw your beautiful face. I just wanted to say that I love you and miss you so much. I shall see you again on that glorious day, when God calls my name. Till then, I keep looking up.
Love mom xoxo
Gloria Esparza
June 26, 2012
Michael, we went Saturday to Scarlette's dance recital and WOW can she dance! You would be so proud of her accomplishments. She did fantastic and is great in gymnastics, ballet, tap, hip hop etc. She is so athlelic just like you were, and she shined just like a star...and she loved every minute of it! We took her presents and flowers and as many of us were there to support her. I thank God everyday for leaving a little part of you in her and Chris. Wishing you were here. Miss you and love you forever, MOM.
Gloria Esparza
May 1, 2012
MICHAEL'S 8TH ANNIVERSARY!!
Michael, another year has gone by, I can't hardly believe it. I am forever grateful to my Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, for his keeping power. He has sustained me through my journey, and I can truly say with all my heart "I made it to the mountain top." I will miss you forver, forever you will remain in my heart...until we meet on that glorious day. You are truly loved and we shall miss you always. I am looking up to the heavens, anticipating that day when the trumpet will sound and we will meet our loved one in the air along with Christ himself (1 Thessalonians 4:17).
May 1, 2012
I miss you brother-not one day passes that you're not on my mind! I know you're in heaven giving the angels tats and making god proud so I won't take anymore of your time. I just want you to know that I still believe in Magic! Much love and respect,your brother,your friend-Joshua
Stephanie Meza
March 28, 2012
To my wonderful cousin who lost his life way to soon. I miss you dearly and is always in my heart.
Gloria Esparza
March 26, 2012
Michael, always thinking of you and how much we all miss you!
I am going to decorate your special spot at Rose Hills, on Good Friday, for Easter. Can't wait to sit there in that peaceful place and reflect on all the wonderful memories of you. See you soon.
Love you, Mom
Jonathon JordanJonathonJ
October 19, 2011
Mike,
It has been over 7 years since we Lost you. There was a recent tragedy in Seal Beach that has affected a lot of people in my community. It has brought back feelings I haven't felt in a long time. I'm grateful for the time we had together and for the life that I have now. I could never get you out of my head and heart. Thank you for letting me be your last ink legacy.
Gloria Esparza
September 6, 2011
Michael, today is Scarlette's Birthday. You would be so proud of her and how beautiful she is. She is so smart and has such wit. She is so precious and loveable. She is doing well in school and still in dancing classes. I love her and everytime I see her, I see you.
I miss your beautiful smile and your charming ways.
God has promised me in his word that I shall see you one day, when he calls me home. This is called "blessed assurance".
Till then, I will continue serving the Lord.
Love you,
MOM
xoxoxo
Gloria Esparza
July 22, 2011
Michael, it's been a few months since I last wrote in your beautiful book. We went to visit you this past Sunday. Brian and his girlfriend showed up. It was a beautiful day and we all enjoyed the wonderful breeze.
It was real nice sharing wonderful memories of you. It's still so surreal that its been now over 7 years since you went on to be with the Lord.
We miss you so much and I shall continue your legacy.
Scarlette will be having a birthday real soon. She looks so much like you, you would be so proud of her.
Well till then, I will continue my journey here until the Lord calls me home.
Love and miss you so.
MOM
xoxo
manuel
May 18, 2011
Mike, my brother... I was just chillin here on the side of the freeway, thinkin bout that time we started that ridiculous party crew YBG (young, brown & gifted) and we all got those matching tats... Hahaha....! Remember those days my friend..? Miss you brother...
Gloria Esparza
May 16, 2011
Well Michael, tomorrow God willing I will be 62 years old...I just can't believe it. I so wish you were here to celebrate my birthday. I know your in heaven smiling down, I still can't believe your gone.
I am so grateful for so many things in my life. I thank God for my salvation, for Mike, my mom, for my daughters, grandchildren, family and friends..truly I am a blessed women. Yes, there have been trials and tribulations in my life, but that is what this life is about. It is only in the next life, were there will be no more tears, no more fears, no more pain or sorrow, living in paradise forever and ever will be the ultimate life. This life here on earth is so temporal and very, very short. I am looking forward to going to heaven when God calls my name. In the meantime, there is work to be done. Ministering to people, sharing the word of God, helping broken people is my calling here on earth. My birthday wish if I can make one to everyone I know, is that each and every one of you would know God in a personal way. Just to say, "Lord I repent of all my sins, forgive me, I now make you Lord of my Life." This short prayer leads you to him. So my friends, seek God while he can be found, seek him with all your heart and soul.
I thank God for all these years he has given me, who knows what is ahead, but whatever it is, God is in control.
I am excited to find out what God is going to do in my life here after.
I am truly blessed!!
God is good!!!!!!!!
Gloria Esparza
May 1, 2011
Michael, today is exactly seven years since you left this world and went on to be with the Lord. I know we should all be happy because you are in paradise, but we still miss you. Only God knows what I feel inside everyday. I thank God everyday that he lives in my heart and helps me cope with you not being here anymore. My only hope is that one day I shall see your beautiful face again...when God calls me home I know you will be there waiting for me. In the meantime you remain in my heart. I just can't believe that seven years have come and gone. The whole thing is still surreal to me.
Today we went to visit you at Rose Hills, it was such a beautiful day. Some of your friends went to visit as well as auntie Lisa, Tina,Elva and Johnny. Your cousin Timmy stopped by as well, we all left you some beautiful flowers.
My heart aches for you just like it did on this day 7 years ago. But God is good, he continues to see me through with his mercy and strength everyday.
Well, until we meet one day I shall see you up yonder when God calls my name.
I shall remain here always improving my serve as I contine to serve the Lord.
Love and miss u always.
Ruben Jr` Villagran
April 30, 2011
well what can i say except you were not only my cousin, i also thought of you as a big brother and always looked up to you and wanted to be like you. mike you had it all and no one in this earth can fill that empty spot in my heart that showed up the day you left this world. I still think of you all the time and i can still hear your voice. I hope you are waitting for me in heaven when i show up and not in the back smoking. I cant even explain how much I love you, I miss you alot and deep down I know your always with me watching out for me like always.....Until we meet again cuz. I never forget you ....................
Monalisa A. Calzada
April 5, 2011
The Measure Of A Man
1 Corinthians 13
People often ask "What is the measure of a man?"
"Is it wealth, or power, or more treasures than grains of sand?"
"Does he leave a legacy that brings him accolades?"
"Or brilliant monuments of stone, or works his hands have made?"
These are all so superficial, so temporary and cold,
I say the measure of a man, is the love that his heart holds.
Love for friends and family, and for his fellow man.
Love that touches the heart of God, as only true love can.
Love that hopes eternal, ever generous, comes from Grace.
Grace from God-The Father, to its end there is no trace.
It is dear friend, what you leave with us, as you go to be with Him,
It will help us through the days ahead, so our hope and faith won't dim.
We miss your smile, your laugh, your touch, but you are never far away,
for the love that you have been measured with, is with us every day.
As another birthday approaches next month we are thinking of you Michael and how you have blessed so many people and still are never far from their thoughts. Your Auntie Berta and I love and miss you much...
JAWANI
March 23, 2011
Well Magic Man you've been on my mind so I thought I would write a lil something. Were all doing good just miss you brother
gloria esparza
March 2, 2011
Michael, it now has been 6 years, 10 months since you went on to be with the Lord. I miss you so much, it seems surreal that your not here.
So much has happened these past few months. Your auntie Elva was diagnosed with breast cancer last month. She had her surgery last week and is doing fine...thank God. We prayed and had faith that God will see her through this journey. I know that you were there in spirit with her, because I know you loved her.
Your father is doing fine, as well as can be expected under the circumstances. He doesn't complain much. Your newphews are all growing up and your sisters are doing fine.
We will be seeing Scarlette in a couple of weeks. You would be so proud of her, she's beautiful, smart, talented and gifted. We love her so much, she is so much like you.
Well, until I write again.
We miss and love you.
MOM
xoxoxo
p.s. Little grandma is fine.
Gloria Esparza
February 4, 2011
Dearest Michael,here I am again writing a little of what is in my heart.
As we all get older and the years seem to fly by, we have an opportunity to reflect on the past. We all should take a moment and thank God for all his blessings. I thank God everyday for the home I have, for my health, my job, my husband of 43 years, for my 2 daughters whom I love so much, for my 5 grandchildren, for my beautiful mom who is 87 years young, my brothers and sisters, my nieces and nephews, for all my friends and most of all for knowing God. Without God, I would probably not be here.
I thank God everyday for his grace, mercy and love and for his unconditional love.
Let's all make this New Year a better one. Take the time to say "I love you" to your chidren, your husband or wife, your friends and love your enemies.
May God pour out his love upon each and everyone of you. May you seek him like never before, because the times are dark and his coming is soon.
May you have a new awareness of his goodness and seek his face before your seek his hand.
Remember God loves you!!!1
monica quiroz
January 21, 2011
as i sit here and think about you my brother and as i read my poor moms heart as she is pooring her heart out for anyone wholl listen i love u mom and i know my brother loves you and oh how he misses you be strong mom cause i need you i know lately i havent showed you much but i cant see you sad it breaks my heart and auntie elva i love you and ill always be here for you
Gloria Esparza
December 23, 2010
Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Thank you for writing in Michael's book this past year, it blesses me to read your entries.
I will always love and I miss him forever and ever, until I see his beautiful face in Heaven.
"JESUS IS THE REASON FOR THE SEASON."
God bless you always!
BRYAN MILLER
December 13, 2010
Whats up LOCO, Miss u dogggg !!!! I have been having a beer with you a few times a month thanks for the company bro !!!
Gloria Esparza
December 12, 2010
Michael, I am sorry I took so long to write you. Time just seemed to slip by so fast.
I went on a retreat a couple of weeks ago, and it was the most spiritual retreat I have ever been to. God knows I needed to go, and yes God did do a mirable in me.
Well, this month is a busy month for everyone. The one sad thing about this beautiful season, is that a lot of people have forgotten the reason for the season. Hardly no one says "Merry Christmas." How sad is that?
Christmas is the day we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, our Savior.
I want to take this time to wish everyone a Merry, Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year. May God bless you and yours always. I speak blessings of health, joy, prosperity, peace and most of all Love into your life.
If you get this entry please note I now have a new em address, [email protected].
Tilll, everyon please be safe and God bless you all.
Love,
Gloria
Gloria Esparza
October 6, 2010
Michael, here I am once again and another month has gone by. I had a busy September, so many things going on. Scarlette turned 8 years old on September 5h. I took her to see you and then we went shopping and to NuNu's little girls birthday party. She had a blast playing and jumping around. She is so cute and I am blessed to have her, a little piece of you.
I am so greatful for all my blessings and to have God in my life. He has been faithful and is there everytime I call on him.
I think about you everyday, my heart still aches for you. Those thing remine the same, but God sees me through everyday.
Your father is basically the same, health wise. We all take one day at a time. We are all getting older my the minute.
Well, I will close for now.
I love you and miss you so much.
Until I see your beautiful face, save a spot for me.
Luv U,
MOM
xoxoxo
Gloria Esparza
September 17, 2010
Hi Michael!
I am sorry for taking so long to write. I usually try and write you at least once a month.
It's been a busy summer for all of us.
Let's see, August 30th was little grandma's birthday she turned 87 years old, Praise God. August 31st was untie Berta's birthday. Then of course Scarlette's birthday September 6th she turned 8. I am picking her up on Septemer 25th to take her to buy her birthday present. Like always we will stop buy to take you flowers and reminise about you. Untie Elva and I are taking Isaac, Christian and Scarlette to Knott's Berry Farm next month.
Your father is basically the same, taking one day at a time. I am still working, but I enjoy my job and I thank God I still have a job these days.
Your sisters are fine, and your nephews are all growing up. Joseph is still attending College and we are all proud of him. I know you would be proud of him too and what a fine man he turned out to be.
I am sorry to say that I have not heard from Chris, I hope one day he will call us. I am assuming he is ok, he seems to always receive his birthday and holiday cards I send him. So far they have not been returned.
Anyway, I still think of you everyday.
Oh, yes, good news I finally heard from Shanie. She is doing fine, thank God. I was so worried about her. She will always have a special place in my heart.
Till God calls me home, save me a place in the sweet bye and bye. On that special day. I shall see your face again.
I'll be missing you forever!!!
Love you.
MOM
Gloria Esparza
July 13, 2010
Dearest Michael, well what can I say other than time just seems to fly by like the wind these days.
Things are good, as well as can be expected, under the cumsumstances. All I can say is "God is Good."
Brian, thanks for your message. Of course I remember you and Christina. Please em me at the em address below. I want to get together and take Scarlette to Rose Hills when we visit Michael so you can see her.
Shanie, remember we all love and miss you.
Till then, I shall continue my journey here until we meet one day in the sweet bye and bye.
Love U,
MOM
xoxo
Gloria Esparza
July 2, 2010
Michael, here we go again, another 4th of July without you. We always had so much fun on the 4th, you were like a little kid with all the fireworks you use to purchase.
Once again we will meet at cousin Rosie's new home for a barbque.
I went last week to Scarlette's recital, she was great. You would be so proud of her if you were here. I can't believe that she will be 8 years old in a couple of Months.
As far as Shanie is concerned, I still have not heard from her. I just assume "no news,is good new." Maybe one day I will see her again.
Isaac turns 13 years old this month and Jerry turns 41.
Well, I pray you are having your 4th of July with fireworks and all in heaven.
Till then, wait for me until I see you one day when the Lord calls me home.
Love U,
MOM
Gloria Esparza
June 1, 2010
Lord Jesus, you are my shepherd.
You guide, comfort, direct, annoint,
and follow me through every experience
of life. I praise you today for your
goodness and love.
"Surely your goodness and love will follow
me all the days of my life, and I will
dwell in the house of the Lord forever."
Psalm 23:6
Gloria Esparza
May 27, 2010
Happy Birthday Michael!
I went yesterday and had a very solem time visiting you.
Thanks to all of you that were there to share the moment.
I am sure there are some of you that were thinking of you that did not make it.
It was a beautiful day and it was good to see some old friends.
I always take off the day from work to celebrate your birthday.
Thanks again for the memories.
Till then, I remain gratefull for all of my blessings.
Until I see you one day in the sweet bye an bye.
MOM
xoxo
jawani
May 27, 2010
Happy Birtday Magic.
Gloria Esparza
May 20, 2010
Hi!
I will be at Rose Hills around 3:00 p.m.
Joshua, please em so we can plan the time if 3:00 p.m is not convenient for you.
I can't wait to hear his beautiful voice once more.
Thanks!
God Bless!!
GE
JOSHUA
May 19, 2010
I WILL BE UP THERE AT ROSE HILLS ON THE 26TH TO GIVE YOU THE TAPE...SORRY FOR THE LAG!!!!
Gloria Esparza
May 18, 2010
Michael, this month is the hardest to get through starting with May 1st up until May 26, your birthday.
Yesterday was my birthday and your dad took me out to eat. It nice to get out, he bought me flowers and a funny card. I so miss you and the things we did together on this month.
You always had a birthday party, inviting all your friends. You always had your celebration.
This Saturday the Esparza's are having their first family reunion at the park. It will be fun meeting a lot of your father's cousins that he has not seen for years.
Ever since you left us the Esparza's have really been trying to bring the whole family together more often. In the past the family would see each other at weddings and funerals.
Anyway, something good came out of all the bad stuff that happened, just like God said in his word.
Well, till then know that I think of you everyday and that we miss you so much.
xoxoxo
MOM
See you on thr 26th!!!
JAWANI
April 29, 2010
Well brother I am finally getting married. I am tying the knott on 4/30/10 Wax is driving us in his new Bomb. I know you will be with me in spirit. JAWANI
Gloria Esparza
April 28, 2010
Hi!
Dear Joshua, please em me as soon as you can so that I can meet with you regarding Michael's voicemail message.
I would love to hear his voice once more.
I am sorry to hear about your motorcycle accident. Thank God you are basically okay, as it could have been much worse.
Shanie, thanks for your entry, hope to see you Saturday at Rose Hills around 2:00 p.m.
Remember, we all love you and we cherrish the wonderful memories we have of you.
Love ya!
Gloria
April 26, 2010
Lady
April 26, 2010
6 years ago today you & I were just talking on the phone. The pain in my soul just won't go away..There are pains that go so deep, that time just can't heal them..This is one of them..I so deeply miss the other part of my soul, but know that some day we will be together once again..With all my Love to You Always & Forever..Lady
Joshua
April 17, 2010
BROTHER-BROTHER-BROTHER....YOU ARE ON MY MIND MORE THAN EVER LATELY...FIRST OF ALL LET ME THANK YOU FOR LOOKING OVER ME AND PROTECTING ME THE OTHER DAY WHEN I GOT INTO MY MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT...STILL MANAGED TO BREAK 4 RIBS AND BRUISE A LUNG ALONG WITH A FEW TORN MUSCLES AND TENDONS BUT YOU KEPT ME ALIVE.....ITS SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY YOU WERE TELLING ME TO SEARCH FOR SOMETHING AND I FOUND IT!!!! I PROMISED YOU THAT I WOULD GIVE MOM THE RECORDING THAT I MADE OF YOUR VOICEMAIL GREETING....I TRIED CALLING TO LEAVE IT ON MOMS VOICEMAIL AND SURPRISE HER BUT HER # WAS CHANGED...ITS NOT MUCH BUT IT HELPS ME TO HEAR YOUR VOICE FROM TIME TO TIME AND I KNOW MOM AND POPS WOULD LOVE IT FOR WHAT ITS WORTH.....THANK YOU FOR BEING MY GUARDIAN ANGEL ONCE AGAIN BROTHER.....
Gloria Esparza
April 13, 2010
Michael, April 4th was Easter Sunday. This day is very special it represents the resurrection of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.
This day should also be a day of reflecting and starting a new beginning for our new life. We should reckon the old man dead.
We should see things in our life in a new perspective, in the light rather than darkness.
The resurrection of Jesus Christ gives us all hope that one day we will resurrect and be in union with him. This is when the old man (the flesh will die) and the new man (the spirit will live forever and ever in paradise.
Oh, what a glorius day that will be when we shall see his face.
I pray that those of you who are searching for God to knock on his door and he will open it. Seek and you shall find, ask and it shall be given unto you. The gift of salvation is free.
Seek the Lord while he can be found!
For those of you who want to join us on Michael's anniversary date, on May 1st, you are welcome to come. We will be at Rose Hills around 1:00 p.m. in the afternoon.
"Come and feel the Magic."
Love,
Gloria
Gloria Esparza
March 17, 2010
Consider it a great joy, my brother, whenever you experience various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. But endurance must do its complete work, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking nothing.
James 1:2-4
Calmness puts great offenses to rest.
Ecclesiastes 10:4
I cry aloud to God,
aloud to God, and He will hear me.
In my day of trouble I sought the Lord.
My hands were lifted up all night long.
Psalm 77:1-2
No one has greater love than this, that someone would lay down his life for his friends.
John 15:13
Gloria Esparza
March 1, 2010
Hello Michael!
Today is March 1, 2010 which represents 5 years and 10 months since your've been gone.
Where does time go, I so often ask myself? I just can't believe its been that long. What remains the same, is that we miss you very much. For me there is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you.
Just the other I was out with your aunties, Nancy and Elva. We went to Rose Hills to take you flowers and everywhere we went we heard a lot of your favorite songs on the radio. We just kept saying to each other, "Michael is here."
Jo Jo, Ashley his girlfriend, Christian and Isaac have been having dinner with us a couple of times per month. I just love it because we get together and talk about you. How much they all miss you and all the fun times we had in the house on St. Malo Street. We had some gooood times there, especially in the summer. I cook whatever they want and then when we are finished, we talk and talk.
You would be sooooo proud of Jo Jo, he is going to colleage full time. We help him as much as we can. Isaac is doing better in school he is adjusting to middle school. Christian is doing good he made honor roll once again.
This weekend I will have Scarlette. We have fun and as always I take her to see the rest of your family.
Well son, till then save my spot in heaven. One day when God calls me home I shall see you again.
I love and miss you very much.
Love You!
xoxo
Mom
Gloria Esparza
February 1, 2010
Hello Michael!
Here I am once again writing in your beautiful book. It is now 5 years and 9 months since you went on to be with the Lord.
Thanks for all the beautiful memories you left us. We often just sit around and reminisce about all those good times we had together.
You were the lite of the party, that's for sure! That smile of yours was so contagious it made every one smile.
I miss your smile so much.
Some of the past events are as follows:
Uncle Paul turned 55 years and his wife Debbie had a party for him. Uncle Pilo and his wife Frances were there. A lot of cousins and uncles were there everyone from you dads side of the family.
Your nephew Christian turned 10 years old last month. Your sister Monica will be having a birthday on February 7th.
I had Scarlette once again on Saturday, January 16th. She had some Christmas presents at the house and got all excited about opening them up. I also picked up Brenda and baby Marcus and went to uncle Sal's house for a barbecue. We had a blast there with the whole family.
The Esparza's are planning a big family reunion on May 22nd. It should be a lot fun meeting dads family. There will be some cousins that your dad has not seen in a very long time. We are looking forward to this special event.
As far as Shanie goes, I have not heard or seen her for some time now. I really miss her and pray that she will contact me soon. Your dad and I are really worried about her. I pray she calls me soon.
Till then, just a reminder that we all love and miss you so much.
Luv ya!
MOM
xoxo
Gloria Esparza
January 12, 2010
Happy New Year!!
Praise the Lord, another year to reflect on the past and move on to the present.
A new time to make better choices and to make a committment to get closer to our Lord.
A new time to get closer to family members and make amends with those whom we have offended.
A new time to take flowers to your Mom, grandma, wife etc. Don't bother buying them flowers when they are gone. They want them now while they can enjoy them.
Try not to put off for tomorrow what you can do today, tomorrow may never come.
Tell your children you love them and hug them everyday.
Don't waste your time chasing the wind, you'll never reach it.
Pray for those that are sick in body and those who mourn. Feed the hungry and reach out and touch someone. Go out of your way, you'll never know what that friendly touch or smile will do to someone.
There are a lot of hurting people in this world, tell them the Good News, they are forgiven, that Jesus Christ paid the price for their sins. Tell them his blood covers a multitude of sins. Tell them this world is only temporary that this is not our home.
May God Bless each and every one this new year and take you to a higher level in your walk with the Lord.
I shall see you Michael one day!
MOM
monica
December 28, 2009
hi mejo its me your sis oh brother i miss you so much i havent written because i just cant it hurts too much your always on my mind my heart aches with such pain its unbearable sometimes i look back at all the years that have passed and it seems like just yesterday my poor brother i love you so much you are such a amazing human being i wish the world was more like you love you r sis monica
Gloria Esparza
December 16, 2009
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all!!
For all the people who are in my life, I pray for Blessings of Joy, Health Happiness, Prosperity, Peace and most of all Love.
May this Christmas bring you closer to our Savior, Jesus Christ, family and friends.
The time is coming to reflect on a New Year. May God grant us all a New Year and a closer walk with him. May he stretch our faith a little more and show us how to love one another like he loves us.
The events that I know are as follows:
Friday, December 18th is your son's Birthday. Happy Birthday Chris!!
Sunday, December 20th we'll be having our yearly mass for your grandpa Jose and everyone else who has passed.
Cousins, Mindy and Melissa are expecting their second child.
After the service we will be going to Rose Hills, then to uncle Sal's home for fellowship. This is the 25th anniversary of the memorial service.
Till then, God Bless all of you and don't forget to pray for a better year for everyone.
Love,
Gloria
xoxo
Gloria Esparza
December 1, 2009
Dearest Michael, here I go again writing you in this beautiful book. I guess after someone dies, not long after most people resume their lives and things are back to normal. Yet, there are some people that this does not happen that easy. I guess this is the way it is.
I guess things are back to normal for some people, but for me it will never be "normal."
Though I know that you are in a better place, I still miss you every day. There is not one day that goes by that you are not on my mind.
Our pastor once said, "when someone dies, for days even months there are people all around, then day by day they all resume their routine and their lives go back to normal. In the end, you are alone with your pain and of course God if he happens to be in your life."
I have God in my life and I seek his face everyday for strength and courage to go on until he calls me home.
Make this time you have here on earth the best. Reflect during this beautiful season on God and the birth of his son, Jesus Christ, your family, friends and only those things that are important.
Until then, my life will make a difference in someone else's life through sharing the Good News.
Jesus Christ is the Reason for the Season!!!
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May God bless America and bring us to repentence so that he will hear our prayers and heal our land.
God Bless you all!
Gloria
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