My veteran is my late husband, David R. Pelleman, who died on February 21, 2023. After high school, Dave began his service to his country when he joined the United States Army, where he served from 1989-1994. He received his Advanced Individual Training in Fort Rucker, Alabama in September of 1989-1990. He was deployed to … Continue reading My Veteran was Willing to Die for His Country… Jesus Willingly Died for the Whole World!
My Shooting Star Last night I saw the brightest shooting star, And saw a glimpse of you from Heaven…far; A gift from God to see you shining bright, So brilliant, even though, dark was the night. And though they call it Orionid’s Shower, I know it comes from God; Our Higher Power, Who makes the … Continue reading My Shooting Star… Poetry & Awe: GOD’S Majestic Heavens! (Orionid’s Meteor Shower, October 2025)
Dear Dave, Right before you left the earth, we had a moment that was true. We looked into each others eyes, And both of us said, “I love you.” Your eyes were always hazel brown, But that day they were green. I saw in them, the worlds between you; many things unseen. Everything still left … Continue reading Your Green Eyes (I Still See Them in Our Children…)
You were once my soldier boy, And I, your pretty girl. We sent each other letters; We were happy in the world. You became my soldier man, And I became your queen. Then we went to places We had never, ever seen. Marrying my soldier meant Our dreams were coming true. Promises of love declared … Continue reading Soldier Boy… a 21 Gun Salute (a Memorial Day Poem)
Oh God, my God, here comes my enemy again. Make it go away. I know it’s coming when at night, I become cold, needing three blankets to get warm. Cold chills creep up and down my shivering body. Black shadows come. I sleep that way, knowing what the morning will bring: Fear. Relentless and cruel. … Continue reading GIANTS… A Battle Psalm (2 Year Anniversary of My Husband’s Death. Dave Pelleman lives in Heaven)
It would’ve been our 30th, But now you’ve gone and died. My gift is knowing you’re with Christ; The one they crucified. He loves you best, and better, than I ever even could. I’m sad, but also happy That your life is now so good. I heard your song the other day. I hadn’t driven … Continue reading 7/23/24 We’ll Never Have Paris… (Anniversary Poem)
Merry Christmas, Love… I can’t believe you’re gone. It’s birthday time, dear Jesus, Give us strength to carry on. I know the lights in Heaven Shine much brighter than down here, And even though your soul is in The stars; your spirit’s here. It’s here within our hearts, And the memories we share. It’s here … Continue reading Merry Christmas to My Husband in Heaven (a poem)
Happy Birthday in Heaven, my beloved Dave! You would be 53 on earth today. Oh, how we miss you! You are incredibly loved! I keep thinking of how you are having the most beautiful, joyful celebration in the sky today with Jesus! The banquet table must be filled with strawberry rhubarb pies! We are celebrating … Continue reading 11/29/23 Happy Birthday to My Husband in Heaven… Grieving During Thanksgiving Time Without You
Disease spreads its darkness Without the best care. Tending at home is our Answer to prayer. God’s time is so precious, And Jesus gives rest. A branch on God’s life tree, You’ll always be blessed. Your suffering’s over; God’s ended your pain. You’re missed here on earth, yet; We’ll see you again. You’re now full … Continue reading FRUIT… a Poem… Dave’s First Father’s Day in Heaven (Dave’s Testimony 6/18/23)
Broken, scarred, and bruised and thin; A broken man who admits sin, But you are beautiful to me, A man whose heart has Jesus. All of us are broken bodies, All of us are scarred some way, Even perfect holy Jesus, When he died for us that day. We all have something ugly, So the … Continue reading 4/9/23 Dave’s Testimony: Your Broken Body is Beautiful to Me (Easter Poem)
The Silver Lining 