Adam Kevin Kidd

Son of Susan and Tad Kidd

Brother to Rachel, Brian and Molly

Born: June 16th 1985

Earned his wings: February 19th, 1998

He died from a rare disease called Metabolic Nephrogenic
Cystinosis

Moving On Doesn't Mean You Forget

I have been touched by an angel.
And still feel his touch today.
Such a frail little body full of love,
and a disease that took him away.

Twelve year old little boys
have other things to do.
Not spend time in and out of hospitals ...
Oh, I couldn't take the pain from you.

So you closed your beautiful eyes,
and drew your final breath.
When you left us behind that winter day ...
We felt that burning sting of death.

You've been in Heaven for over three years now.
With the light of Jesus on your cheeks.
He replaced your pain with strength & courage.
And now, that strength is what I seek.

I think of your glorious spirit.
It was obvious to those you met.
Oh I know I need to go on, my child,
but that doesn't mean forget.

Missing you and sharing your life
is what has helped me survive.
Oh I think of the many hearts you touched
every day that you were alive.

Oh, I think about what others would tell me.
That you were such a joy to be around.
That smile and laughter you were blessed with ...
Let others see you on higher ground.

I heard that you just took it all in.
Never once did you complain.
It made no difference what test they did ....
You never once let them know your pain.

Now, I want you to always be remembered.
For your life gave purpose to mine.
I may move on with my life here on earth,
but I'll never leave your memory behind.

It seems that some others don't know
how I am supposed to react.
I just want to share your life & love.
It's a simple & courageous fact.

My precious little Angel in Heaven
just recently turned sixteen.
Oh, I wish I could have held you ...
Those listening to me know what I mean.

You shall never be forgotten, my child.
You just can never get that far.
Moving on doesn't mean you forget ...
For I know exactly where you are!

~Author~
Kaye Des'Ormeaux
Copyright 2001 Kaye Des'Ormeaux
Dedicated to Susan Kidd
In Memory of her son Adam Kevin
Earned his wings on Feb. 19, 1998.
He was 16 June 16, 2001