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Barbara Wheeler
IP: 69.19.14.37
2/03/2006 18:42:25 |
Subject: Debs Mum is now at piece...
Message: Deb called and asked that I let you all know that her Mum went peacefully this morning. Deb was at work when the call came in and before she could get to her, she slipped away. Debs offices are only about 10 minutes away from the hospital. So it was at least not a long, drawn out, painful process. She is concerned that I tell you all how much the prayers and well wishes have meant to her during this time of need. And she said, "Please, tell them that their prayers were not unanswered. My Mum want peacefully and did not suffer."
So from Deb Thank you all for loving and caring in such a deep and meaningful way.
And for you Deb, let your faith wrap you in the love of the Lord, and guide you into a comfortable place where peace and hope are plentiful.
With love to you and your family, your friends here send out another prayer now, especially for you.
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Moi
IP: 66.215.188.48
2/03/2006 20:00:24 | RE: Debs Mum is now at piece...
Message: Deb,
I know that you're feeling a sense of sorrow that you won't have your mom here with you anymore, to be able to pick up the phone and chat, or meet for lunch and a weekend, and at the same time a sense of relief that she isn't suffering.
This is one of my favorite poems, and I wanted to share it with you here. Read it another time when you're up to it, or read it now and remember.
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A Mother's Love by Helen Steiner Rice
A Mother's love is something
that no on can explain,
It is made of deep devotion
and of sacrifice and pain,
It is endless and unselfish
and enduring come what may
For nothing can destroy it
or take that love away . . .
It is patient and forgiving
when all others are forsaking,
And it never fails or falters
even though the heart is breaking . . .
It believes beyond believing
when the world around condemns,
And it glows with all the beauty
of the rarest, brightest gems . . .
It is far beyond defining,
it defies all explanation,
And it still remains a secret
like the mysteries of creation . . .
A many splendoured miracle
man cannot understand
And another wondrous evidence
of God's tender guiding hand.
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She'll always be your mother and she will ALWAYS be with you. She wouldn't want it or have it any other way.
We love you, Deb. You're an angel to so many and I know you'll have angels watching over you now, too.
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Denise
IP: 67.183.32.48
2/03/2006 20:29:53 | RE: Debs Mum is now at piece...
Message: Deb..
I am so sorry to hear of your lose.
Blessings to your family at this time and always.
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Jill
IP: 71.137.2.92
2/03/2006 21:12:09 | RE: Debs Mum is now at piece...
Message: Deb,
I am so sorry for you and your family. You are such a loving
person, I can only imagine what a wonderful daughter you have
been. I am praying for your comfort.
Love,
Jill
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Debbie
IP: 68.106.112.42
2/04/2006 07:39:02 | RE: Debs Mum is now at piece...
Message: Dearest Deb,
I a new to the board but wanted to convey my heartfelt sympathy to you in the loss of you mother. I too, would like to share a message of comfort that I received when my own mother passed. I hope you find peace in the words and God Bless you and keep you.
Her Journey's Just Begun
Don't think of her as gone away,
Her journey's just begun
Life holds so many facets,
This earth is only one,
Just think of her as resting,
From the sorrows and the tears,
In a place of warmth and comfort,
Where there are no days and years,
Think how she must be wishing,
That we could know today,
How nothing but our sadness
Can really pass away,
And think of her as living
In the hearts of those she reached
For nothing loved is ever lost
And she was loved so much
E. Brenneman
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Lynnie
IP: 69.207.171.31
2/04/2006 07:59:44 | RE: Debs Mum is now at piece...
Message: Oh, Deb! My heart sank when I read this because I know it had to be a shock and I'm sure you and your family are reeling. (((HUGS)))
After watching both of my parents die, though, I want to pass on a something I came to believe. To some extent, people can and do choose their time to pass and are able to hasten the process. Chalk it up to the power of the human spirit. Some parents choose to pass surrounded by their children and some choose to pass to spare them from witnessing that moment. You should NEVER beat yourself up if you weren't there at that moment. Another thing about that choice - You were at a point where your sibs and you needed to rally and make some tough decisions and compromises to your lifestyles. Your mother was also in this place - not wanting to see her children deal with what she might have viewed as a burden for her care and not wanting to alter HER life as she'd always lived it, in her own home. Whether or not a person hangs in there to fight or decides to leave to spare those around them, though - it is NEVER a good time for those they leave behind. We're never ready to part with them, no matter their age or physical state. But I did feel better in time thinking my folks made a choice of sorts, that there was still something in their lives they could control and that they were able to preserve their dignity by deciding they'd gone as far as they cared to in this world.
Sending my condolences to you and your family and echoing all everyone said here about what a wonderful daughter your mother has. Your family also sounds dedicated and I'm sure she left with a peaceful mind in that knowledge. Hope the next few days go smoothly for you all.
Peace and hugs,
Lynn
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kasi
IP: 216.229.35.169
2/04/2006 10:18:54 | RE: Debs Mum is now at piece...
Message: Please accept my condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Lorraine
IP: 142.179.227.254
2/04/2006 11:04:16 | RE: Debs Mum is now at piece...
Message: Deb, I'm sorry for your loss. My own Mom died on October of 99 (didn't quite make the millenium) and I still miss her terribly. Not suffering for a long time is always a blessing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Sheltie Girl
IP: 68.59.247.39
2/04/2006 12:30:19 | RE: Debs Mum is now at piece...
Message: Deb I am so sorry and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lori
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Queen Bee
IP: 71.225.209.224
2/04/2006 19:37:26 | RE: Debs Mum is now at piece...
Message: Deb, I know I haven't been here long, but I want to express my sincere condolences on your loss. I lost my mother when I was 19 - you never really get over losing your mother. I also lost my father when I was 23 - he was hospitalized very unexpectedly and slipped away before I could get to him, so I understand that feeling too. But you have to focus on all the good times - and how SHE made you the wonderful person you are today. You are her greatest achievement. I'm sure she would understand your grieving, but would want you to go on and make the most of your life. Take the time to do whatever it is you need to do. Everyone handles these situations differently. However you choose to deal with it IS okay. My thoughts are with you.
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