Original Poems by Matthew Sanden

The program at the Memorial Service included to original poems written by Matthew - one, a tribute to his father, Nick; the other to his Grandfather, Milt.  They reflect Matthew’s heart.  What an amazing gift these words are to these good men.  And now, the words are a gift to us.

Father’s Day Poem

To Dad

He’s always there,

No matter what we do.

He’ll always care,

and pull us through.

Unconditional love,

Shines through every day,

And like the Lord above,

He knows the way.

 

He inspires a life,

Walking with the Lord,

For he’s seen the strife,

Strife we can’t afford.

He always forgives,

For everything,

Because in his heart lives,

That one true King.

 

If I could come even close,

To being like him,

The heavens would toast,

And I’d be the best of men.

Like my Father above,

You’re full of grace,

And I see your love,

When I look in your face.

 

I can’t thank you enough,

For all that you’ve done.

Sometimes it’s been tough,

But I’m glad I’m your Son!!!

by Matthew Sanden 6/16/02

  

Because of You

To Grandpa Milt

Because of you I am here.

Because of you many hearts are near.

Because of you our life is good,

you worked hard so that it would.

I don’t even know the hardship you’ve seen,

But I do know your humor is keen.

That’s just one lesson I’ve learned Because of you.

The feeling of love I know because of you.

So many things I can’t even say.

Unfortunately, I can’t write all day.

So thank you Grandpa for choosing your wife,

being a great man, and for my good chance at life.  

Love, Matt Sanden

Christmas 2006

 

~ by Ken on April 25, 2008.