Christmas Eve Tribute To Mom & Dad Stewart
December 23rd, 2008 | 
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“Oh Christmas Tree”, actually titled “O, Tannenbaum” was Mom’s favorite Christmas song. She was from Straubing, Germany and would have been 82, this past Dec. 11th. Dad passed in 2001. HaynesStewart.com
This is my first Christmas without Mom and Dad, but I know they are together in heaven.
While sorting out Mom’s things this past Sept., I found the poem, “My First Christmas In Heaven” in her purse, folded up and accessible. I wanted to share it with you as well sharing Mom’s favorite song with you. Your comments are so comforting, please share them with me again!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Mike Stewart & Family
First Christmas In Heaven
I’ve had my first Christmas in Heaven
A glorious wonderful day!
I stood with saints of the ages
Who found Christ, the Truth, and the Way
I sang the glad songs of redemption,
How Jesus to Bethlehem came,
And how they had called His name Jesus,
That all might be saved through His name.
We sang once again with the angels,
The song that they sang that blest morn,
When shepherds first heard the glad story
That Jesus, the Saviour, was born.
O, dear one, I wish you had been here:
No Christmas on earth could compare
With all the rapture and glory
We witness in Heaven so fair.
You know how I always loved Christmas;
It seemed such a wonderful day,
With all of my loved ones around me,
The children so happy and gay.
Yes, now I can see why I loved it,
And, Oh, what a joy it will be,
When all of my loved ones are with me,
To share in the glories I see.
So dear ones on earth, here’s my greeting:
Look up till the day dawn appears,
And, Oh, what a Christmas awaits us,
beyond all our parting and tears.
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Hello Mike,
I am a newbie and was referred to you by Jeff Herring. I enjoyed the poem that you shared with us. And the story about your mother. I enjoyed both very much. It touches my soul.
Thank You for sharing this with us. Kassandra
Thanks, Mike.
Beautiful music from a beautiful person.
My parents have been gone for 10 years now — seems like the memories just get sweeter and they help me grow stronger.
Holiday Blessings,
Martha Rather
Hey Mike
I have seen you play the guitar and sing, but never knew you could play the piano as well!
What a lovely way to remember your parents and that’s a lovely poem from your mum’s purse!
Whilst a lot of people concentrate solely on making money, you have shown that you are one of them who is more human than most!
God Bless and a Happy New Year!
Nandu
Mike,
Thanks was absolutely beautiful. What an incredible side of YOU! God Bless you and your family.
Happy New Year, Mike.
Kimberly
Thanks, Mike. A friend just lost her mother suddenly to a stroke. This poem was so comforting. Thank you for sharing it and your lovely music. Blessings in the New Year. Pam in TN
Mikey,
Great tribute to your mom and dad. I know they’re smiling down and very proud of their son.
Merry Christmas, Buddy!
Hi Mike,
Well done in putting together a beautiful tribute to your parents.
Your knowledge has definitely helped us, so we wish you well for this Christmas and beyond.
Cheers,
Gary
Thank you my dear friend for your beautiful tribute to your parents. Thank you also for how you’ve blessed our lives with YOUR love and generosity of time and knowledge.
God bless you Mike,
Toolie
Hi, Mike,
I’m glad that Cathy Perkins shared the link with us. Your tribute to your parents was beautiful and touching. I always enjoyed “O, Tannenbaum” myself. My father crossed through the veil several years ago. May that lovely poem help bring you comfort.
May the Spirit of this Holiday Season bring you and yours joy, peace, health, love, and prosperity,
John
Hi Mike,
Once again you have gifted us with a lovely and poignant reminder of what really matters in this holiday season. Thanks again for sharing both your heart and your talent. I wish a joyous and fulfilling 2009 for you and your family.
Mike – I LOVE the tribute that you did for your parents. I was especially touched that you found the poem.
You are exceptionally talented and you should never forget that. People like you are few and far between. YOU are very special.
I am so glad that we know each other and you have touched my life forever.
Rhonda Duffy
That was really touching Mike. The toughest thing when my mom died in 1995 was going through her stuff. I was a momma’s boy and I miss her and my dad you died in ‘07 every single day.
Rhonda made sure that I saw this post.
Frank Duffy
Mike,
That was beautiful, thank you for sharing it…
I am sure your Mom & Dad are very proud of you from Heaven.
Love,
your student,
Maritza
Mike
Simply Fantastic!! Your Mothers poem, I am sure , will live on in the memory of many of your students.
Your music enriches all our lives.
God Bless You and Yours!