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I’ve heard said that once one has experienced the passing of a loved one, one has officially joined the Human Race. Our only child, Jacob, passed away May 31, 2008 at the age of 21. He was a profoundly empathetic and soulful individual. A few months afterward, I wrote this song.
I wanted it to be heard.
I wanted to speak my son’s name, and in that way the band Climb Jacob’s Ladder came into being. Included in this song are words my wife (somehow) heard, as she sat by his casket side. We are proud to share those words, and, in this way share and celebrate the life and humanity of the soul known as Jacob Lucas Messinger. - Paul
lyrics
Jacob’s Ladder
(Paul Messinger)
I remember the time, and I
remember the place, and I remember
the touch of your hand on my face. And I
remember the smell of your hair when we hugged, and
I remember the smile on your face, when you’d bug me.
And I remember the
day you came into this world, and I
remember your Mama cried: “Paul, is it a boy or is it a girl?”
And I remember the
games of catch that we played, and I
remember the pain and sadness, that you lived with on
many a day
So, Jacob, climb your ladder
rung by rung, there will be angels
by your side to help you on your way, son.
You lived life fully, touched people truly, God’s
diligence duly was done.
And so, in order to
honor your living memory, my darling
son, your Mama and I, now set your soul free.
Spoken: The following words were (somehow) heard by his Mom, as she sat by his casket side.
“Adorable Mom: I will hold your hand, put my arm under
your shoulder, stand on the bottom step, so you can hug
me, and lay your head on my shoulder.
I loved everything about you, Mom, but
you already know that.
Don’t mourn too long, you know
I wouldn’t want that.
Have joy with those that love you, create
more joy, you are best at that, Mom.
My leaving now is the perfect time, and I know
that you know, that’s because, I was born the SON of an ANGEL ... My Mom.”
So, Jacob, climb your ladder
rung by rung, there will be angels
by your side to help you on your way, son.
You lived life fully, touched people truly, God’s
diligence duly was done.
And so, in order to
honor your living memory, my darling
son, your Mama and I … now set your soul free.
And so, in order to
honor your living memory, my darling
son, your Mama and I … now set your soul free.
And so, in order to
honor your living legacy, my darling child:
Your Mama and I now set your soul free.
credits
from
DooWatchaDoo,
released September 5, 2011
Paul Messinger - lead vocals, harmonica
Gary Mitchell - acoustic guitar, vocals
Richard Klecka - vocals, percussion
Buddy Hankerson - bass
Richard Tazewell - keyboards, piano
Will McFarlane - electric guitar
Jay Shirley - Hammond A-100 organ
Sarah Stockton Howell - vocals
Edie Klecka - vocals
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