Remembering Aaron today

23rd MEMORIAM FOR AARON ROBERT KISTNER

 

“you’re forever on my mind”

aaronnyc-marathon.jpg

 

Finish Line

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(In loving memory of my son, Aaron Kistner: 11/4/76 – 7/3/95)

It is my favorite picture of you son,
the one I treasure most
since your passing.

A simple snapshot,
taken at the airport,
upon your return
from having run the New York City Marathon.

A gentle, triumphant smile,
eyes beaming behind those ‘cool’ shades,
jacket sleeves rolled in casual hip-ness,
bag gripped firm and steady in your left hand,
medal dangling proudly from your strong neck.

The victor: gentle, cool, hip, carefree, proud, and strong,
– fiercely handsome!

How profound this captured moment proved to be.

Taken just before the finish line of your 18 years,
it said it all.

Your race is run,
your bag is packed,
your reward’s in hand.

Fly my sweet angel – fly!

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rob kistner © 7/23/05

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Aaron Robert Kistner, 18th birthday, returning from NYC Marathon
Shortly before he was killed
photo edited by: rob kistner © 2008

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3 thoughts on “Remembering Aaron today”

  1. What a lovely tribute. Your love for him and the pain of your loss radiate from your words, tangible and poignant. Aaron sounds like an amazing man. The last sentence brought tears to my eyes.

    I wish you all the best,

    Jane

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