Words! This is the week I've set for myself to choose the right headstone and epitaph for my precious Jordan. It's been on my mind for months, but until now I haven't felt a sense of urgency about it. It's here now though, so the search is on! I had a momentary pang of conscience for turning to the internet for inspiration, then I realized that that's exactly what Jordan would have done.. I even considered having the headstone resemble a widescreen monitor, but quickly dropped that idea.
So, about epitaphs. I haven't yet found the right one, but I have found quite a few wrong ones. For example, what on earth does this mean?
What lies behind him and what lies before him are tiny matters compared to what lied within him
And this one's kind of nice:
God could not have made earthly ties so strong to break them in eternity
Nice, but it's not exactly what I'm looking for. I'll know it when I find it, and it will be ready for placement by mid November, when Colin's home from his two-year church mission.
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I'm not sure about the meaning of that first one either. The second one is ok, but I'm very certain you will find (or come up with one on your own) the perfect one for Jordan. It will be a sweet reunion for Colin and his family. Take care.
Maybe your vote of confidence helped, Louise. I think I have it! It just came to me last night. I'm still tweaking it, but mostly, I've got it.
Great to hear you are finding answers. Keep your chin up little lady.
Sincerely,
Mower of lawns from Alaska
Ha, neither of us has ever been to Alaska. But thank you for your visit, and thank you for OSC's excellent article. It is definitely worth the read!
http://www.ornery.org/essays/warwatch/2008-08-10-1.html
"The Lighthouse"
by Carol Lynn Pearson
Do you know
How many count on you
To steer by this night?
Do you know
How dark the sea
And dim the stars
And strong the wind
Out there?
And you would
Hide your lighthouse
Under a bushel?
Don't you dare!
Beautiful.
Hi Bonnie. While I was reading ur blog, this story popped in my head. I remember when we were in the mission, Jordan would always translate his surname in Tagalog and say that he was "Elder Hugas-sunog" (Washburn), and he would always get a smile or a big giggle from that. I guess he did that so he could have a Tagalog surname like everybody else around him. I think it's his unique way of bridging the cultural gap and reaching out to them. I thought it was sweet and smart. Anyway, I hope u find what u are looking for. Please tell Brianna I said "Hi" or Ni-Hao and hope she enjoys CNA. When I took it, I loved it. Our prayers and thoughts are with u.
Lael Rogers
XS. My husband and I decided that we are going to put something serious and funny on our headstones, a joke perhaps or a comic line of some sort, so when people pass by, we could make them smile. He was thinking he would write on his, "I'd rather be fishing". I know this is silly and probably not much help c",) but just a goofy thought of mine.
Good thoughts, Lael. I'm going with some humor on mine as well. I think it's easier to inject a little humor when you're alive and well and you're the one doing the planning. But when you're doing it for someone you love, who has departed, it's more difficult. I've chosen Jordan's epitaph, and although it isn't humorous, it is unique to him and contains references to the future sharing of laughter. More about that later.
Take care, - Bonnie
Hi Bonnie, I found a quote, by a naturalist, in Jeff's journal that we used on his headstone. It fit him. Something from the computer would fit Jordan. I like your first one, it's all about what was inside of Jordon and what made him tick. You can't tell a book by it's cover! Lots of love, Pam
Hiya, Pam. Ours is already in the works, and I think it fits well too. It really does have to be perfect, doesn't it? Not just anything would work for our dear boys.
Yo:
I believe you "chose the right" in relation to Jordan's headstone and such. Thanks for the gift card yesterday. Just a note from Washburn's dilemma.
Love,
Mr. Anonymous
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