I just lost my stepson last week. He was 37. I had been with him for 9 years and two years ago, when his father died, I became his guardian.
Rodney had down syndrome and was delightful. Today is his memorial service and we plan to have some readings along this very theme. It reminds me of how lucky we were that Rodney taught us this in person.
I wrote a poem for him, that I'll read at the service and then we're going to listen to the Beach Boys and have root beer floats (two of his favorite things). Thank you for this.
Ten Things to Live By As Taught by Rodney
Throw back your head and enjoy life
Laugh until the tears come
Dance while the music is playing
Give hugs to anyone who needs one
Taste everything good
Cuddle the animals
Never pass up an opportunity for a friend
Smile really big
Remember to say you're sorry
AND YES, ENJOY LIFE!
Rodney had down syndrome and was delightful. Today is his memorial service and we plan to have some readings along this very theme. It reminds me of how lucky we were that Rodney taught us this in person. I wrote a poem for him, that I'll read at the service and then we're going to listen to the Beach Boys and have root beer floats (two of his favorite things). Thank you for this.
Ten Things to Live By As Taught by Rodney
Throw back your head and enjoy life
Laugh until the tears come
Dance while the music is playing
Give hugs to anyone who needs one
Taste everything good
Cuddle the animals
Never pass up an opportunity for a friend
Smile really big
Remember to say you're sorry
AND YES, ENJOY LIFE!
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- Posted by Carol V
- Jun 5, 2013
- Comments (27)
Readers Comments
Rick Fingerman, CFP wrote: We need more people in the world that lived like rodney!
Jo Ann wrote: God bless you for taking such good care of rodney! What a wonderful life he shared with others! Truly an inspiration
Carol wrote: Beautiful advice reminding us that we don't need to complicate it!
hilary wrote: God bless you, and be with you in your loss.
Andre wrote: Ive read that god is no respector of person. I don't know anyone in the situation but it seems that rodney was surly a blessing while in his body. That being the case know he is in a better place now where there is no suffering. Praise god.
Carmelita wrote: Thank you so much for sharing! I really needed this!
Singlestep wrote: Dear carol, thank you for your big heart and for sharing rodney's beautiful legacy of love with the rest of us. Aspiring to live up to his simple yet profound pointers and holding you and all those whom rodney held dear in my heart.
princessliz wrote: Hi carol, rodney is an amazing person. Thanks for introducing me to him. He sounds like a fun, and happy being.
Mish wrote: I would have liked to have known rodney. Bless you my friend.
