In memory of

Margaret Grace Levendakis

November 3, 1943 -  February 1, 2022

It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of Margaret, our family's matriarch. She passed away peacefully, February 1, 2022, comforted by her loving family. Beloved wife of Nick for over 51 years; devoted mother of Nicole (Darren) and Andrea (Greg); cherished grandma of Fox, Autumn, Sawyer, Piper, Darius and Adriana.

Fondly remembered by her siblings, Edith (Jim); Kathleen (late Brian); John (Glad) and Maureen (Mark); cousin Cathie (Frank); sister-in-law Gina (late Harry) and their families; plus her many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Margaret was born in Wakefield, Yorkshire, England (Nov. 3, 1943). She immigrated to Canada in 1967. She lived in Brampton with cousin Cathie until she moved to Toronto in 1968 where she worked as a legal secretary. She met Nick in September, 1968. It was love at first sight for both!

She lived a happy, fulfilling life, raising a beautiful family and travelling to many places with husband, Nick, their family and their friends. She was a voracious reader who enjoyed Mysteries and an enthusiastic film fan who watched thousands of movies with Nick, their family and their friends.

Margaret will be remembered as an incredibly kind, mild-mannered person whose gentle heart touched all those who knew her. Our family would like to thank her terrific team of doctors and nurses for their compassionate care.

Cremation has already taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Those wishing to make donations may do so to the charity of their choice, in memory of Margaret.

Family and friends are invited to post memories, tributes and condolences on this website.


Guestbook 

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Nick and Marilyn Jurinic (Friends)

Entered February 3, 2022 from Mississauga

Dear Nick and family...Please accept our heartfelt condolences at the passing of our old and dear friend Margaret... Our hearts are broken after hearing this news...
Our friendship has gone back many years, and we will always have fond memories of our first meeting in a prenatal class when were about to have our children.. from then on we were lifelong and close friends...Sharing all our happy and sad times with each other. Our cherished memories will always be with us, and one day we will all meet again and continue where we left off. With all our love, Nick and Marilyn

Louise Urbas & Larry Singer (Dear Friends)

Entered February 3, 2022 from North York

We are deeply saddened to hear of Margaret's passing. Margaret was a kind and gentle soul, and was the love of Nick's life. She was always warm and welcoming with everyone, and it was a pleasure to be in her company. She will be sorely missed. Nick was a devoted husband, who was amazing in his love, commitment, and caring for Margaret. We send our heartfelt condolences to Nick and the family.

Jennifer Jurinic-Hinton (Family friend)

Entered February 3, 2022 from Mississauga

My sincerest, heartfelt condolences to Nick, Nicole, Andrea and their families on the passing of Margaret. As my parents met Nick and Margaret in prenatal classes 48 years ago, I had the pleasure of knowing Margaret since I was born. With SO many fond memories of all our visits together throughout childhood, my sister Debbie and I always enjoyed playing and spending time with Nicole and Andrea through the years. Margaret's nature was so gentle and awesome, and she had the most beautiful laugh, which I'll always remember. May she rest in peace. An angel just received her wings.

Deborah Jurinic (Family friend)

Entered February 3, 2022 from Mississauga

My memories of Mrs. Levendakis are plentiful and joyful. My parents met Margaret and Nick in lamaze class when my mother was pregnant with me and Margaret was pregnant with Nicole. So many of my childhood memories include Margaret, Nick, Nicole and Andrea. Our regular visits to Scarborough throughout the years for dinners and get togethers were always something Jen and I looked forward to. We loved Nick and Margaret! I especially loved watching the relationship and personalities of Nick and Margaret as I grew. Nick was always telling a story and teasing Margaret and Margaret would sit back, in her quiet way and gently laugh and say...Oh Nick....I would always laugh along with her. Her quiet way, beside her storytelling husband was something I will always remember. I wish you all my deepest condolonces, during this very difficult time. Losing your life partner and mother is a devastating loss and only time will heal. "What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply, becomes a part of us." Thinking of you, Mr. Levendakis, Nicole, Andrea and families.

Carole Davies (Friend)

Entered February 3, 2022 from Scarborough

Smiling is how I will remember Margaret. Always leave by the door you enter. So many memories. My heart is full. God Bless and may The Lord wrap his arms around you and give you peace.

Life Stories 

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Nick Levendakis (Husband)

Entered February 12, 2022

LOVING YOU

MARGARET, you are the girl I love.
You are the only one I think of.
My feelings for you are grand,
The test of time, they will stand.

If you love me with all your heart,
I promise you, we will never part.
When I look at you, my head starts to spin.
It is your ever-lasting love, I want to win.

I love seeing and speaking to you every day.
I've never loved anyone else this way.
I love to kiss and hold you tight
Every summer day and winter night.

When I touch you, I feel like I'm on fire.
My only wish is to fulfil your every desire.
I love you in the day time and I love you at night,
You are the first girl I ever loved with all my might.

MARGARET, I want to be with you all the time.
For you, the highest mountain I would climb.
In closing, I would like to say,
Please be mine each and every day.

Dec. 20, 1968


MARGARET, MY SUNSHINE

The sun is the brightest thing I know.
Everything is brightened by its glow.
It's brighter than all the sparkling stones.
Its light illuminates all unknowns,

Even when it's not visible on cloudy days,
To shine again, the sun will find ways.
I know it's there behind the clouds
Like a ship's mast hidden by shrouds.

However, the sun is not the brightest object any more
For I met a gorgeous girl whom I adore.
The love I have for MARGARET is real
And that is sincerely the way I feel.

Now she's my sun and she's my life,
Some day I hope to make her my wife.

The 21st Of January, 1969


I LOVE YOU

I have a heart which beats for you only,
I beg you, MARGARET, don't ever leave me lonely.

Loving you is my heart's delight,
Love me too and all will be alright.

Over the past six months I have been very glad.
Often I get silly, but I don't mean to make you sad.

Vow that you'll leave me never!
Vow that you'll be mine forever!

Every day, every hour, every minute you're on my mind.
Every second, every moment, every instant I want you to be mine.

You, MARGARET, are that very special one.
You are the super jackpot I have won.

Often I've felt sad and lonely because you're not near.
Over and over I whisper your name hoping you'll hear.

Under your spell I fall when you are around.
Up in heaven among angels I have myself found.

The 19th Of March, 1969


EASTER SUNDAY AFTER-THOUGHTS

MARGARET, I hope you had a Happy Easter Day,
And enjoyed every moment of your holiday.
As for me, I had a wonderful time,
Being with you was really quite sublime.

Spending time with my family and me,
And being together.
That's the way I hope it will always be,
Forever and forever.

MARGARET, this past week I've seen you,
Like I never did before,
I never felt this close to you.
You are the one that I adore.

I wish for more times like this,
As it thrills me when we kiss.
My heart only for you, it yearns,
And different ways to love you, it learns.

The 26th Of April, 1969


LOVE AND MISERY

Love is having someone.
Love is a nightingale's melodious song.
Love is a terrific prize you've won.
Love is the girl for whom you long.

Misery is when you're lonely.
Misery is when you are poor and hungry.
Misery is when you lose your one and only.
Misery is when you are feeling sad or angry.

These two emotions are never together.
Ideally, they don't go hand in hand.
One is different from the other,
And love's the one you cannot bend.

I am a very lucky soul,
Because during my life, I've known love
And always placed it above all,
Even higher than the stars above.

I am especially happy now,
Because I love you so much.
I love you, MARGARET, and “how!”
And yearn for your gentle touch.

The 1st Of May, 1969


THE ONE I ADORE

MARGARET is the girl of my dreams,
I love her madly --- so it seems.
Never have I loved like this before,
And I know it'll last for ever more.

I love this girl with all my heart,
And not a little or in part.
The love I feel for her is in great supply,
She makes me feel like a very lucky guy.

She has blond hair and blue eyes,
And a gorgeous look which satisfies.
Her voice and gestures are quite charming,
She's warm, considerate and loving.

She's the most wonderful person I've ever met,
So rightly, I consider her my loving pet.
MARGARET is not just a little cutie,
She is blessed with all kinds of grace and beauty.

I am so lucky to love her like this.
She loves me too, so we cannot miss.
The love I feel for her is as big as the sky.
I know love like this will never die.

The 4th Of May, 1969


LOVE SONG

If the love I feel for you is a song,
I hope I never stop singing.
The bond between us is so strong,
I often hear bells of joy ringing.

My love for you is so deep and real.
Ever since I met you, it's only happiness I feel.

If the love I have for you is a dream,
MARGARET, I hope I never awaken.
If you stop loving me my heart will scream
Because your charms have me as a slave taken.

My love for you is pure and true.
My heart beats for only you!

The 21st Of July, 1969


NO ONE ELSE BUT YOU

Red is different from blue,
In my heart there's only you.

Day is bright; night is dark,
My love for you, heavenly angels hark.

Black is black; white is white,
I adore you with all my might.

A brunette is different from a blonde,
Of you, my dear, I am very fond.

Lemons are sour; honey is sweet,
Your love makes my heart beat.

Spiders are scary; butterflies are nice,
Your charms and beauty will always entice.

Some are cruel; some are kind,
You are constantly on my mind.

Some people hate; some people love,
You're more special than the stars above.

Summers are hot; winters are cold.
To me, you're more precious than gold.

Some things are old; some things are new,
MARGARET, there's no else but you!

The 29th Of July, 1969


TRUE LOVE

True love is pure.
True love is fine.
True love is sure.
True love's divine.

True love is ever-lasting.
True love is wonderful.
True love is flabbergasting.
True love is pleasure-full.

I am in heaven if all I said is real,
MARGARET, it's true love for you I feel.

The 9th Of August, 1969


ETERNAL LOVE

I love you to the length and depth my heart can reach.
The love I feel for you, no one can impeach.
My love for you goes on and is without bound,
I believe you're the lucky star I have found.

Even if problems arise between us two,
My heart will continue to beat for only you.
MARGARET, if our love encounters a difficult time,
I promise you, I'll do anything to make it all sublime.

I swear to love you deeply until my last breath,
God willing, I'll continue loving you even after death.
I will work hard to overcome any strife,
So that you have true happiness in your life,

The 10th Of August, 1969


MISSING YOU

The day you left was a black day for me,
Your departure made me quite sad and blue.
I wonder what you're doing and where you could be,
MARGARET my love, it's true, I miss you.

Since you left and went away,
I spend all my time thinking of you,
I can't wait for your return on Saturday,
Until then I promise to be true.

I never thought I could love so much,
I hope you think of me where you are.
O, dear, I yearn so much for your touch!
And wish you were not so far.

I hope you are enjoying your trip to the U. S. A.,
But I also hope you're thinking of ME.
Since you left, I miss you in every possible way,
Only on your return, will I happy BE!.

O, MARGARET, I miss you so!
I know I can't do without you.
When you come back to me, all will glow.
I expect you miss me a little too.

I can't wait until you're back again,
I'm counting the hours till you return.
When you come back, I'll be happy then,
Until then, for your tender love I yearn.

The 30th Of August, 1969


THINKING OF YOU MY LOVE

As I lie here in repose,
Wrapped in my thoughts so deep,
Whom do I think of, do you suppose?
But you, who are so wonderful and sweet.

I think of how luck has shined on me,
By sending you into my life,
And how extremely happy I would be,
If you were ever to become my wife.

You're on my mind while I'm awake,
I dream of you while I sleep,
I hope I never make you feel a heart ache,
Because the love I have for you is deep.

No matter where I am, you are always on my mind,
Each day I love you more and more.
MARGARET, please look and you will find
That in my heart, there's love for you galore!

MARGARET, you are the girl in my heart,
That's right, no one else but you,
To me, you are a classic work of art,
That's why the love I feel for you is true.

The 19th Of September, 1969


LOVING WISHES

Loving wishes from the bottom of my heart.
To me, you are a fabulous work of art!

Happy Birthday, MARGARET and many more to come.
I will always love you dear,
From now and until my life is done.
To me, our destiny is clear.

You are a very special girl
And I love you very dearly,
You send me into a dizzy whirl,
That's why I love you truly.

To make you glad, I'll always try,
So please be happy and so will I.

The 3rd Of November, 1969


MARGARET, MY BELOVED

My beloved one is sweet,
My beloved one is kind,
My beloved one's a treat,
She is always on my mind!

She is my breath,
She is my life,
I will love her until death,
One day she'll be my wife!

I adore her above all else,
For her, my love does flow,
My love for her is quite immense,
And will continue to grow!

My love will live forever and after I am gone,
It will live in the water, in the air and in the trees,
And when my sweet, sweet life is done,
Her name--MARGARET--will be whispered in the breeze!

The 3rd Of November, 1969


THE GIFT OF LOVE

I wish I could buy you diamonds and pearls,
For on your birthday, I want you to be full of joy.
MARGARET, you are the most special of all girls
And because you're mine, I'm a very lucky boy.

If poetic words could substitute for a gift,
I would be a very happy guy,
For it is my financial situation and not thrift
That precious stones for you, I cannot buy.

If my love could take the place of all these things,
I would be deliriously happy knowing
That your heart for only me, it sings
And I hope my deep love for you is showing.

I wish I could buy you furs and rare perfumes
Because you deserve the very best.
Please let our hearts sing beautiful tunes,
And our love will take care of the rest.

The 3rd Of November, 1969


O, WONDERFUL YOU!

The sun's warm, illuminating brightness,
Could never outshine my deep love.
So I say to you in all frankness,
I love you more than there are stars above.

The nightingale's melodious song,
Will never out-sing the joy that's in me.
When you offer me your caresses for which I long,
I am crazy for you, don't you see?

The highest mountains cannot out-reach my love divine,
Nor is the largest ocean wetter.
MARGARET, when you're near me, I feel fine,
And cannot think of anything better.

You are the most wonderful girl I know,
I will always love you and be true,
My obvious adoration of you must show.
For me, there is no else but you!

The 20th Of November, 1969


KEEP HER!

Lord, I've never loved like this before,
Or felt for anyone deeper.
So please, watch over the one that I adore,
And always healthy and happy keep her!

Send your vigilant angels to watch over she,
And advise her as to what to do and feel.
I pray that universally praised will your name be,
And everyone will willingly before you kneel!

I never asked you for anything before,
So please do this one thing for me,
For I love MARGARET than my life more,
Only when she's safe, will I happy be!

The 25th Of November, 1969


DEEP LOVE

Roses are red, I know
And violets are blue.
Because I love you so,
I'd do anything for you!

The sky is blue
And the sea is great.
I adore only you
For you are first rate!

The sun is bright
And the night is dark.
Everything will be all right,
Our love has hit the mark!

Nature's trees are high,
And the grass is long.
Believe me I don't lie,
My love for you is strong!

However, none of these things
Measures up to my love,
MARGARET, for you my heart sings,
You are the only one I think of!

The 30th Of November, 1969


JUST FOR YOU

My love for you is strong,
And it will live forever.
MARGARET, to you I belong,
And I will leave you never!

I am so in love with you,
I'll do anything to make you glad.
This love I have is something new,
I know I am a very lucky lad!

Say you're mine and love me truly,
Be true to me day and night.
For then I will be happy surely,
And love you with all my might!

I constantly long for your touch and kisses,
Remember true lovers are not many but a few,
Very glad am I to fulfill all your wishes.
Love me, and I promise to be true to you!

The 2nd Of December, 1969


BEST WISHES

I wish the very best for you,
Upon this special season,
MARGARET, my love for you is true,
And that is a good reason.

I wish you the great joy,
The subtlety of candlelight.
I sure hope you enjoy,
The warmth of this special night.

I wish you a Merry Christmas,
And a Happy New Year.
One that will bring you happiness,
And put you in good cheer.

I hope you're happy and always content,
This season and future ones to come.
To try to make you happy is my intent,
So consider it as good as done!

The 19th Of December, 1969


THE PLEASURE IS YOURS

Good health and happiness to you, MARGARET.
The love I feel for you will never die,
Believe me, on that, you can place a bet.
It'll continue to shine like the sun in the sky.

Your lovely voice is music to my ears,
I love your accent and cherish every moment of it.
Your love will help me overcome all my fears,
For you are are the most wonderful girl I have ever met.

I wish you luck and everything that's good,
And I pray for all your wishes to be fulfilled.
To make you happy, I'd do anything, I would,
Because I want your life to be pleasure-filled.

The 21st Of January, 1970


TO MY VALENTINE

Somehow, to say “I love you” is not enough,
So I search for words to express this love of mine.
Your lovely face makes me smile and laugh,
Because you are my loving Valentine!

You are like a precious jewel,
And I adore you very much.
For your love, I'd fight any duel,
Become your loving slave and such.

I wish a “Happy Valentine's Day” to you,
And many more to come.
MARGARET, my love for you is true,
Knowing you're mine, makes me sing and hum.

The 14th Of February, 1970


TILL THERE WAS YOU

There was no light in my life,
Till there was you!
Life, for me was an undesired strife
Which made me sad and blue.

When you appeared the sun shined on me.
Heaven and its stars smiled down.
I never knew what real happiness could be,
I often wore a sorry frown.

But when I first looked at your enchanting face,
I knew you were the one I'd been waiting for.
Your wonderful charms and beautiful face,
Made you, MARGARET, the one that I adore.

I'm glad that we are now as one,
Loving you made me forget I was lonely.
I'm flattered that I have your heart won.
You can be sure I love you only!

Life for me was an undesired strife
Which made me sad and blue.
There was no light in my life,
Till there was you!

The 21st Of April, 1970

THIS FEELING*

* Margaret's Favourite
* Presented On Our Wedding Day --- Saturday, August 15, 1970

This want of you is like no other thing.
It binds my soul with a golden ring.
It guides my actions and all I do ---
This want of you!

It flashes on me with the waking sun.
It creeps up on me when the day is done.
It pounds at my heart the long night through ---
This want of you!

It sighs within me with the misting skies,
O, every day within my heart it cries!.
Always the same feeling, yet each moment new ---
This want of you!

Mad with desire and aching with despair,
My heart calls out to you, my MARGARET, fair.
This exquisite feeling is like none I ever knew ---
This want of you!

The 15th Of August, 1970

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!

MARGARET, you are my gorgeous loving honey.
So let us celebrate our FIRST--of-many-to-come--Anni.
I wish you love and happiness forever
And pray that nothing separates--ever!

This past year has been the best I've ever had,
Although sometimes I get frown-y and sad,
In my mind, I can hear your name.
I love you and I know you feel the same.

I will try to fulfill all your wishes and desires,
For in my heart you have started "love fires."
The very thought of you makes my toes curl.
That's why I want to make you a very happy girl.

You make me feel like a very lucky guy.
That is not an idle compliment or lie!
Today we celebrate our special anniversary!
And that makes me super-happy--Yes-sir-y!

All my love, Nick
The 15th Of August, 1971


HAPPY EASTER, MARGARET

I want to wish a Happy Easter to you, my lovely wife,
And thank you for the happiness you've brought into my life.

MARGARET, you are very special—really, one of a kind!
Good thoughts and wishes for you are always on my mind.

“Together Always!” is what we vowed to each other.
You are irreplaceable—For me, there'll never be another!

Easter, 1990


TOGETHER ALWAYS

Dear MARGARET, I will never forget
That day at bowling when we met.

When our paths crossed back in September, 1968,
The attraction between us was undeniably great!

Your loveliness made my heart take flight,
Your charms filled my soul with much delight.

Soon after you came into my life,
I determined to make you my wife.

In nineteen-seventy, we were married,
All our dreams to raise a family we carried.

In fifty years together, we shared many ups and downs.
I recollect the smiles and have forgotten all the frowns.

Having fulfilled our hopes and every dream,
We're content to flow down life's winding stream.

As I think back to our bowling alley fling,
I know I would not change a single thing.

Good health and joy in our remaining years.
The love we share will conquer all our fears.

The 15th Of August, 2020


GONE FROM ME

I can't believe you are gone from me, my dearest MARGARET.
Your death has left me in a state of perpetual regret.
Although I did all I could for you and more,
The virulent pain left your whole body sore.

You fought against overwhelming odds with great dignity.
Now you're able to rest peacefully for all eternity.
I think of you constantly and cry my eyes out.
You are my everything! Of that there is no doubt!

Alas, this part of our journey has ended,
And my whole world has been upended.
Your passing has affected me in a most profound way!
MARGARET, my love, I miss you more than I can say.

“Together Always” has been our life-long vow.
We will meet again, I promise you that now!
When that day comes, we'll be together,
Not just always, but forever and forever!

All my love, Nick

The 5th Of February, 2022


TOGETHER ALWAYS REDUX

Dear MARGARET, I will never forget
That day at bowling when we met.
When our paths crossed back in September, 1968,
The attraction between us was undeniably great!

Your loveliness made my heart take flight,
Your charms filled my soul with much delight.
Soon after you came into my life,
I determined to make you my wife.

In nineteen-seventy, we were married,
All our dreams to raise a family, we carried.
During our life, together we shared many ups and downs,
I recollect the smiles and have forgotten all the frowns.

Having fulfilled our hopes and every dream,
We were content to flow down life's winding stream.
As I think back to our bowling alley fling,
I know I would not change a single thing.

Alas, this part of our journey has ended,
And my whole world has been upended.
Your passing has affected me in a most profound way.
MARGARET, my love , I miss you more than I can say.

“Together Always” has been our life-long vow.
We will meet again, I promise you that now!
When that day comes, we'll be together,
Not just always, but forever and forever!

All My Love, Nick
The 5th Of February, 2022


REST IN PEACE, MY MARGARET DEAR!
(Adapted)

MARGARET, I saw you getting tired
When a cure was not to be.
Still, I closed my arms around you
And whispered, "Please don't leave me."

For months, I observed you sinking,
And watched you fade away.
My heart was almost broken,
You fought so hard to stay.

You did not deserve what you went through
It was obvious, you needed rest.
I love you with all my heart,
To me, you'll always be the best!

I adore you and I miss you.
Rest In Peace, My MARGARET Dear!
We will meet again someday,
To me, that is quite clear!

All My Love, Nick
The 5th Of May, 2022

Nick Levendakis (HUSBAND)

Entered February 15, 2022 from Scarborough

FOR MARGARET --- MY LOVE

I ADORE MY WIFE! SHE IS MY SOUL-MATE! SHE IS MY EVERYTHING!I I have loved my wife, MARGARET, ever since we first met back in September 1968. It really was, "love at first sight" for both of us! During our courting days and after we were married, I wrote many poems with her in mind, always trying to express my love for her.

These poems are not master pieces but they are heart-felt. In all of them, I have tried to communicate my deep love for my beautiful MARGARET!

THE BALLAD OF MARGARET AND NICK

MARGARET, now that we are well down the path of the next half of our century,
Please allow me to expand on thoughts expressed on our Fiftieth Anniversary.
To commemorate over fifty-one years of wedded bliss,
I offer some additional lines of poetry sealed with a kiss.

You, my lovely MARGARET were born in Yorkshire, England in nineteen forty-three.
A year later, in Nazi-occupied Athens, Greece, I, your husband came to be.
In nineteen fifty-six to Toronto, Canada Nick Came,
Some eleven years later, you, my love did the same.

Dear MARGARET, I will never forget,
That day at bowling when we met.
When our paths crossed back in September, sixty-eight,
The attraction between us was undeniably great!

Your loveliness made my heart take flight,
Your charms filled my soul with much delight.
Soon after you came into my life,
I determined to make you my wife.

I was happy to have found you and delirious when you accepted my proposal,
Right there and then, I put myself and all I possessed at your disposal.
I promised to love and protect you for as long as I lived
And was really proud of myself for what I had achieved.

Remember our courting days? Weren't they a lot of fun?
That's when you lived with Lynette on Roselawn.
Saturday, August 15, 1970 was our Wedding Day.
It all unfolded wonderfully in each and every way.

Dressed in your bridal gown, you were the most beautiful bride,
Knowing you would be mine, filled me with all kinds of pride.
In my parents' backyard, we were joined by friends and family,
Who had come to witness our "non-church" wedding ceremony.

It was incredibly hilarious and it truly made no sense,
When Uncle Louis paid the minister with our liquor licence.
In Edward Gardens, we had our photos taken.
You were gorgeous! Of that I'm not mistaken!

Afterwards we partied at the Pantheon Banquet Hall,
Without a doubt, all seventy of us had a ball!
Our steamy romantic honeymoon we will never forget.
It was quite memorable. On that you can lay a bet.

Remember our apartment on Raglan Avenue?
As happy newlyweds, everything to us was new.
You typed all my essays when I worked on my Masters and B. A.
I know I could not have done it without you. No way!

When Nicole was born we became three,
So we bought our first house in 1973.
Andrea came along in 1974,
And just like that we became four.

Buying a bigger, better house was really quite sublime.
It was made possible when you returned to work part-time.
We shared wonderful memories in each and every year--
Numerous visions of our daughters--too many to list here.

Our girls completed their studies and were wed,
To fulfill all the hopes and dreams that they had.
Andrea married Greg in two thousand and four,
Nicole had married Darren nine years before.

When our six adorable grandkids came along,
Our beautiful, loving family became twelve strong!
Nicole and Darren's first-born was Fox.
He was so cute with his brown wavy locks.

Next came our "Miracle Baby," Autumn Grace,
We can still remember the smile on her pretty face.
The year two thousand and five saw the arrival of Sawyer.
We all teased how one day he would be the family lawyer.

Nicole and Andrea both gave birth in two thousand and seven.
When Piper and Darius were born we were all in heaven.
Our youngest grandchild, Adriana, was born in two thousand and nine.
She was such a beautiful baby, really quite divine.

Blessed with six amazing grandkids--three girls and three boys,
When we babysat them, we had to be mindful of all their toys.
We have watched them grow to be special in their own unique way.
Our hearts are filled with love and pride for them which nothing can allay.

We've lived a happy life, doing fun things with our friends and family--
Dinners, parties, dances, banquets, celebrations filled us all with glee.
O, how we loved dancing to our favourite song, "It's A Beautiful Life."
Our friends would join us on the dance floor--me and my lovely wife!

Over the years, with our family and friends we've travelled to many places.
We can honestly say not a single trip was bad--they were all aces!
We've been to many parts of Western Canada, England, Scotland and Greece,
Visited Quebec City, Montreal and Ottawa and have stayed at various B. & B's.

Remember Florida; The Big Apple; our great Caribbean cruise,
Or our week in fabulous Las Vegas where we managed not to lose?
How about our wonderful week on Santorini where we basked in the sun
And our amazing family trip to Disney World which was so exciting and fun?

Game nights and movie-watching were two other passions of ours.
During our lifetime, to them. we have devoted thousands of hours.
We are lucky to have been blessed with good friends and a loving family,
There is no doubt we've had a good life and have loved each other truly.

Let me not forget how much we loved attending concerts and plays.
To take in scores of such shows with our friends, we always found ways.
You read Agatha Christie Mysteries avidly. Of them, you never had enough.
I preferred History books but getting through some of those tomes was tough.

In our fifty-one years together, we've shared many ups and downs.
Honestly, I recollect the smiles and have forgotten all the frowns.
Having fulfilled our hopes and every dream,
We're both content to flow down life's stream.

It saddens me to see how much your health has been compromised,
I promise to be by your side and help you do what the doctors have advised.
I admire your strength and courage! Keep fighting the good fight.
I will always be here. You can rely on me throughout the day and night.

As I think back to our bowling alley fling,
I know I would not change a single thing.
I hope you regain your health in our remaining years.
The deep love we share will conquer all our fears.

TO MARGARET, MY SOUL MATE

ALL MY LOVE, NICK (September 23, 2021)

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