Remembering You

January 24, 2011

Merry Christmas To You In Heaven

The stars are shining, the bells are ringing, the songs are being sung

Also in remembrance of you!

Love, Titi Margi

2010

It's Your Birthday

November 5, 2010: You are 25 years old in my heart, my mind, and in my soul. You are in heaven, I know. In heaven, I pray, looking down on us and loving us from afar. You are 25 years old, my dear Henry. Just for today, you are not gone, you are here. I imagine your life's possibilities and then reality comes crashing down. You are 25 years old and you are in heaven. You left us when your life's mission was done. You lived a life that was yours alone. We were left with lives that were enriched by your presence, by your love, by your hugs, and your brilliance. We celebrate your life. We celebrate your love. You are 25 years old. Happy birthday, my sweet prince, my adored nephew.

Titi Margi

A Love Letter

How wonderful to know that you

Remain ever young

Alive

Forever in our hearts

Missing you

Loving you

Always

---Titi Margi

11/7/09

FOREVER

The world once so vast and full of wondrous things was diminished by your loss

However, the grandeur of your spirit and the memories of you will forever linger on.

We feel you in the touches of wispy winds

In the soft caresses of the sun

We hear you in the drops of rain

And in the whispers of leaves rustling on the trees

We see you in the walk of young men

Playing and dancing free

You left us but you will stay

Forever.

For Henry

Always in my heart

Titi Margi

June 11, 2009

In remembrance of Henry

When Tomorrow Starts Without Me

by David M. Romano

When tomorrow starts without me,

and I'm not there to see;

If the sun should rise and find your eyes,

all filled with tears for me;

I wish so much you wouldn't cry,

the way you did today,

while thinking of the many things,

we didn't get to say.

I know how much you love me,

as much as I love you,

and each time that you think of me,

I know you'll miss me too;

But when tomorrow starts without me,

please try to understand,

that an Angel came and called my name,

and took me by the hand,

and said my place was ready,

in heaven far above,

and that I'd have to leave behind,

all those I dearly love.

But as I turned to walk away,

a tear fell from my eye,

for all life, I'd always thought,

I didn't want to die,

I had so much to live for,

so much yet to do,

it seemed almost impossible,

that I was leaving you.

I thought of all the yesterdays,

the good ones and the bad,

I thought of all the love we shared,

and all the fun we had.

If I could relive yesterday,

just even for a while,

I'd say goodbye and kiss you

and maybe even smile.

But then I fully realized,

that this could never be,

for emptiness and memories,

would take the place of me.

And when I thought of worldly things,

I might miss come tomorrow,

I thought of you, and when I did,

my heart was filled with sorrow.

But when I walked through heaven's gates,

I felt so much at home.

When God looked down and smiled at me,

from His great golden throne.

He said, "This is eternity,

and all I've promised you".

Today for life on earth is past

but here it starts anew.

I promise no tomorrow,

but today will always last,

and since each day's the same day,

there's no longing for the past.

But you have been so faithful,

so trusting and true.

Though there were times you did some things,

you knew you shouldn't do.

But you have been forgiven

and now at last you're free.

So won't you take my hand

and share life with me?

So when tomorrow starts without me,

don't think we're far apart,

for every time you think of me,

I'm right here, in your heart.

SINCE YOU'VE BEEN AWAY

Since you've been away, I've been down and lonely

Since you've been away, I've been thinking of you

Trying to understand the reason you left me

What were you going through?

I'm missing you. Tell me why the road turns

As I look around I see things that remind me

Just to see you smile made my heart fill with joy

I still recall all those dreams we shared together

Where did you run to, boy?

I'm missing you. Tell me why the road turns

There was so much you gave me

To my heart. To my soul.

There was so much of your dreams that were never told

You had so much hope for a brighter day

Why were you, my flower, plucked away

I'm missing you. Tell me why the road turns - Lionel Richie

Sent with love

Uncle Joey

11-05-2008 

To Henry, With all my love, every day & always

Love, Titi Margi

January 24, 2008

CHRISTMAS DAY 2007

Always loved, forever remembered!

You're in heaven with the angels,

Dancing on the stars!

-------Titi Margi  

DO NOT STAND AT MY GRAVE AND WEEP

Do not stand at my grave and weep

I am not there, I do not sleep .

I am a thousand winds that blow

I am the diamond glints on snow

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I am the gentle autumn rain

When you awaken in mornings hush

I am the uplifting rush

of quiet birds in circled flight

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Do not stand at my grave and cry

I am not there, I did not die.

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(Believed to be the burial prayer of the Makah tribe of North American Indians)

He Is Gone

You can shed tears that he is gone,

Or you can smile because he lived,

You can close your eyes and pray that he will come back,

Or you can open your eyes and see all that he has left.

Your heart can be empty because you can't see him

Or you can be full of the love that you shared,

You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday,

Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.

You can remember him and only that he is gone

Or you can cherish his memory and let it live on,

You can cry and close your mind to be empty and turn your back,

Or you can do what he would want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.

Anonymous

CHILDREN

Dedicated to Henry, Max, Carlo, and Andrew

Come to me, O ye children!

For I hear you at your play,

And the questions that perplexed me

Have vanished quite away.

Ye open the eastern windows,

That look towards the sun,

Where thoughts are singing swallows

And the brooks of morning run.

In your hearts are the birds and the sunshine,

In your thoughts the brooklets flow,

But in mine is the wind of Autumn

And the first fall of the snow.

Ah! what would the world be to us

If the children were no more?

We should dread the desert behind us

Worse than the dark before.

What the leaves are to the forest,

With light and air for food,

Ere their sweet and tender juices

Have been hardened into wood,

That to the world are children;

Through them it feels the glow

Of a brighter and sunnier climate

Than reaches the trunks below.

Come to me, O ye children!

And whisper in my ear

What the birds and the winds are singing

In your sunny atmosphere.

For what are all our contrivings,

And the wisdom of our books,

When compared with your caresses,

And the gladness of your looks?

Ye are better than all the ballads

That ever were sung or said;

For ye are living poems,

And all the rest are dead.

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

A Day Without Tears

I try not to cry

Everyday.

You are gone and I forget

That I can no longer hug you

And you will no longer smile...

I try not to cry

Everyday.

Then, I remember how it felt to

Feel your arms around me and

See your eyes light up

And right then, I don’t cry

That day.

--------I love you, always. Your Titi Margi

Today is Mother's DAY

Dear Poco,

Today is Mother's Day. For most, it is a day of happiness. A day, when we express our gratitude to the most important person in our lives. The one who endured months of discomfort and pain to bring us into this world. The one who nurtured and protected us. Who cared for us when we were ill, and punished us (for our own good) when we were wrong. A Mother's love is unconditional. She loves us despite our mistakes, faults and human failings. How can you ever truly thank a woman, who without a moment's hesitation would gives her own life, if it meant saving the life of her child. A few years ago, your Grandmother told me, in reference to her own children, that no matter how old we became, "we would always be her babies". It stuck me as kind of funny then, but the more time passes, the more I understand and appreciate the sentiment. Today, I know your Mother will suffer in silence. I only hope she knows that she will not suffer alone.

I am confident that you left this earth aware of how much she loved you and will always love you. You should be proud of her, as we all are. She has endured tragedy and sorrow with an inspirational display of strength, determination and dignity. My respect and love for her is deep and profound. While you are not here in body, I know you are here in spirit. So, Henry Anthony, I hope you will find a way to wish your Mom, a "Happy Mother's Day".

When I First Saw You

Dear Henry--

I remember the day I first saw you and knew you would forever be part of my heart. It was the evening of November 6, 1985 in the Neo-natal Care Unit of Beth Israel Hospital, NY, the day after you were born. You were so very red and tiny in size but you were a fighter and we knew that you would easily survive your premature birth. You were discharged three weeks later, the day before Thanksgiving 1985 and I was there with your Mom to take you home. Your dad was home with a cold and could not go to the hospital. Sally, the wife of "Uncle" Bob stopped by and I remember that we took a picture of you and her standing at the hospital's entrance. Your Mom and I took you home and the next day we all went to your Grandma "Mama Ana" and Granddad's house to celebrate Thanksgiving Day. That year, we were very grateful for your being healthy and out of the hospital.

I remember that, even as a very young baby, you rarely seemed to sleep during the day. You were so very alert. Taking life in. Learning. Loving. And, mostly, I remembered how much I loved you. How much you made me proud. You would give me such big hugs and your eyes would light up when you saw me. I remember so many conversations, especially our last one. Your last words to me were, "I love you, Titi Margi".

You knew that I loved you, that your parents, family and friends loved you and you knew that you were the center of your Mom's life.

When you were taken from us on January 24, 2003, it seemed so unfair. So unjust. A boy just starting to become a man. The rich promise that was your life gone. In an instant. But I now console myself with the knowledge that because of your courage, quick thinking, and almost eerie calm during your call to 911, your Mom saw to the implementation of Enhanced 911 in NYS. Because of that call, we were able to somewhat piece together what happened and when it happened. Thank you for sparing us the uncertainty of not knowing at least something of what happened that night .

It is almost 20 years since the day of your birth. We will think of you. And smile amongst our tears.

Always with Love, Titi Margi 10/30/05

He was sweetness, he was light, he was joy...he was Henry. He found that place in my heart where forever he will remain . Henry, I will always look to the sky and see you in the stars.

>>>>>>>>>>Love Always, Titi (Aunt) Margi

Truth

"Prince of the City"

Henry,

You were indeed a "Prince of the City"

A deep and beautiful soul

A natural aristocrat

Good night, sweet prince and

Flights of Angels

Sing Thee to thy sleep

- Perry-                              

 Henry,

I've known you for 9 years. What can I say? You were always there for me, through the good and bad, you were always there for me to count on. It's safe to say that you were my long lost brother. I'm never going to forget what you told me that Friday afternoon, "We make our own destiny come true." Although you were a year older, you still treated me the same , you took me under your wing, and taught me the true meaning and understanding of life. I'll never forget you bro.

R.I.P. Henry Badillo 1985 - 2003

-Carlos-

WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU, HENRY!

You touched all of us in a special way....We will never be the same without you. Thank you for being different, 

thank you for being yourself. You are truly an original.....

-Manny-

Henry,

You were always so full of life. You always brought laughter to those around you You had such a kind spirit, and brought such joy to those closest to you. You will always be remembered, and forever remain in our hearts.

-Jesse-

Henry,

I will never forget the conversations we had in D-block. You really made me think. I really enjoyed your company 

and I wished you were still here.

With all my love,

-Sarah- from Prep  

Henry,

May we all learn from you living life to the fullest. Your spirit and memory will live forever

-Ellen-

Henry,

The world is with you. You are still of this world---smaller but forever present. 

I shall write your name in the snow.

-Christina-

Henry,

I will always remember your brillance and your charming smile.

-Chris-

To Henry,

Even during our most trying times, you showed grace, honesty and respect. We'll miss you but you'll always be with us in special ways. It's a true privilege to get to know your family. I grow daily in my love and admiration for them.

Peace -Vincent- 

To the parents of Henry, Max, Carlo and Andrew:

...Boys live for the moment. They do incredible things, sometimes for the better, sometimes not so. But that is what makes us love them. We wouldn't want them to be any other way. They are so brave in everything they do....

------A City Islander

His flame keeps burning on