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My mother passed away this morning while we were at church. I can't say she died peacefully, but I know she's now at peace because she is with her Lord Jesus. Thanks for all the prayers and kind thoughts.
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Oh Gayle.....
I am so sorry to hear this. I know she has had a rough time and pray that she is now at peace.
I never know what to say at times like this...
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Hugs, ~Missy
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Oh my goodness, Tutu. That was very fast. I am so sorry. All the saying you're going to be prepared does not prepare. I hope loving memories and peace are filling you. OUR love is.
Tears in eyes for your sorrow.
Michelle
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I'm so sorry Gayle. I'll keep you in my prayers.
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My condolences, Gayle.
I'm also not good at knowing what to say... Her suffering is over and she is at peace, now.
My thoughts are with you. I'm so sorry.
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My condolences to you and the members of your family at this sad time.
When I lost my father, I knew in my mind that it was for the best, but my heart was not convinced. It helped me to look for the positives....not always easy to find, but they're there if you search.
Know that you have lots of love and support from your "LymeNet Family". Everyone here helped me so much in February. It's amazing how you can feel the caring, no matter how many miles it has to travel.
Will pray for all of you to receive the peace and strength that you need at this time.
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My heart breaks, knowing that 'your' heart is broken and grieving.
My words are so woefully deficient for YOU!!!
Peace be with you and your family. Take care and take your time thru all this. Its not easy and we all wish so much caring and understanding,,, for "YOU"!!! Warmest regards, --d--
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quote:Originally posted by cbb: Know that you have lots of love and support from your "LymeNet Family". Everyone here helped me so much in February. It's amazing how you can feel the caring, no matter how many miles it has to travel.
I feel it and I thank you all from the bottom of my heart.
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This is an especially hard time to have to say goodbye to your mother. Even knowing that she is in the best of all places doesn't take away the pain. You will be in my prayers for the days to come. Cindy
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TuTu Im so sorry to see of your moms passing..Please forgive me as I remember reading that she was ill but I dont remember with what. I too have lost my Mom and it's so very very hard.. We think we will be prepaired for it but there really is nothing we can do to actually prepair for when it arrives.. Please know that you will be both be in my prayers..
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Iam so sorry for you God give you comfort and peace in this time.To be absent from the body is to present with the Lord.
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Lymetoo, Sharing in your sorrow...with heartfelt sympathy. Love, Robin
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I am so, so sorry!
This happened to my family around this time last year. So if you ever need someone to talk to, I'm only a PM or email away.
I will be thinking and praying for your family during this holiday season.
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I'm sorry to read this but feel you believe in the everafter. I miss having my father here with me everyday but know someday we will be together again.
I pray you and your family will receive peace knowing your mom is indeed in a better place. My heart goes out to you.
Sherry
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Lymetoo... So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother...My condolences go out to you and your family...peace
daniella
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I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you and your Mom. It is so wonderful that you loved each other so much--that makes you very lucky. You will always have her in your heart and memories.
Linda
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I'm so sorry that you've lost mother. I know my husband lost both in parents and a brother in the last 5 years to the evil cancer and this time of year it can be emotionally hard. While families are gathering, he's going to the cemetary to decorate for Christmas and he says it still hurts so much.
So Gayle, I'm saying a prayer that you can find joy during this holiday season and not have your heart to heavy with grief. May God be with you and comfort you. Let some peace be with you lyme sister.
Take care, Pam
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Please accept my heartfelt condolences. It is not easy to lose a parent. I still miss my mother every day and it's been over three years since she passed.
God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
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So sorry for your loss but glad to read that you are at peace with her passing. I always find it reassuring when someone who had suffered the loss of a loved one finds comfort is knowing its just part of our "being"
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Gayle,
My heartfelt sympathies to you/family on your Mom's passing.
She raised quite a special daughter and got to enjoy the fruits of her labor raising you. I know you were there constantly as I was with both of my parents.
Yes, she is at peace now. Continue talking to her daily as you always did; listen for her touches or a smell of her perfume.
I'll try to get some sympathy poems posted in a general post for several of you who have lost loved ones.
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I'm so sorry for the loss of your mom. There's not much one can say to take the pain away, but know that we are all here for you. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Ah Tutu, My thoughts are with you. Your mom raised a very special person...you! Such caring you did and continue to do for all of us, even under the strain of your Mom's illness.
God Bless. Peggy
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Tutu..I was not on to see this yesterday..I am so sorry...But everything has a time...So let this be the time for her peace..
"To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted: A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;....."
May you find support at home and here to help you thru..lymemomtooo
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LymeToo,
I pray that you find strength and peace. I wish there were something I could say to ease the ache. We love you and need you, and you are so very special, please take care of yourself.
When my mom lost her mom, she said what kept her going was believing that at the end we are together again. I think we do watch over our loved ones.
My sincere sympathy, and many warm, caring thoughts sent to you. May the miracle of hope at this season outshine the ache. Please surround yourself with the caring and concern of so many of us who care about you. Love and ((((Hugs)))) henson
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Tutu,
I started a new post...sympathy poem collection for you and someone else who recently lost a loved one.
Hope you find some comfort in them especically my 1st Christmas in Heaven and I'M FREE....
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Lymetoo, I am so very sorry to hear that your Mom has passed away. I know there are no words that will help you during this time. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless mimi
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gayle,
I am very sorry to learn of your mother's death. It is especially difficult to lose someone during this season.
Everyone at lymenet appreciates you and all you do, so you know we will keep you in our hearts.
take good care of yourself
best, hopeful
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Thank you all so very much. I'm in Houston now, and we went up to the church today. It is so beautifully decorated. One thing that makes it really special is that she made several gorgeous nativities for the church many years ago.
One will be under the tree in full sight of the congregation and one is in the entry way to the church. She also made a beautiful pair of angels and those will be on display as well. During the rest of the year they have them in a china display cabinet in the parlor.
I think it's so special that she died at Christmas, because she loved it so much. Makes it hard, but it's very meaningful too.
Thanks for all your loving concern. All you have to do is say you're there for me. That's all any of us can do for each other.
God Bless You.
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My sincere condolences. Find comfort in the truth that she's still around you, you just cannot see her. She is an angel watching over you now. We'll all be together again one day. Many blessings to you and yours.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm praying for comfort as you go through this difficult time.
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"Christmas in Heaven"
I see the countless Christmas trees around the world below with tiny lights like heaven's stars reflecting on the snow.
The sight is so spectacular, please wipe away that tear for I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.
I hear the many Christmas songs that people hold so dear but the sounds of music can't compare with the Christmas choir up here.
I have no words to tell you of the joy their voices bring for it is beyond description to hear the angels sing.
I know how much you miss me, I see the pain inside your heart for I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year..
I can't tell you of the splendor or the peace here in this place Can you just imagine Christmas with our Savior face to face?
I'll ask him to lift your spirit as I tell him of your love so then pray for one another as you lift your eyes above.
Please let your hearts be joyful and let your spirit sing for I am spending Christmas in heaven and I'm walking with the King.
A note from the author "Wanda Bencke"
Lysandra Kay Bencke was my thirteen year old handicapped daughter. On Christmas day 1997, Lysandra had a seizure and was in a coma for five days before she passed away. During those five days I wrote "Christmas in Heaven".
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Dear Gayle,
I am so sorry for your loss. I was so sad to open this post after reading the title. One thing that does make me feel better is that you got to spent that special time with her before she passed. You and your family were so blessed to be able to do that at least. Well, you are in my prayers, and I wish you well and health and healing during this sad time. You mean so much to so many of us. Please take the time for you and your family. Like I said before "we'll hold down the fort for you!" I am sure she is watching over you and thanking you for being such a wonderful daughter. You will get through this. Lots of Love, WildCondor
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It's always rough watching a parent decline then depart.(been there}
Jenny and I send prayers your way.
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Dear Gayle,
I'm sorry for your loss. It sounds like it continues to be a deep exprience for you. You were so lucky to have such a creative and wonderful mom.
I cherish the time I spent with my mom before she died and have many happy memories. She also loved Christmas and as we dcorated the house (many items made by her) we told stories of her time with us and laughed and were grateful all over again.
Take good care of yourself during this special time.
You are appreciated!!!
With healing smiles and laughter....lightfoot
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I'm so sorry Tuu, my father died 2 years ago and I know how hard this is.....I'm hoping your faith will see you and your family thru this.
God bless you all. ****************** For we know that when this earthly tent we live in is taken down--when we die and leave these bodies--we will have a home in heaven, an eternal body made for us by God himself and not by human hands...So we are always confident, even though we know that as long as we live in these bodies we are not at home with the Lord.
2 CORINTHIANS 5:1,
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Oh, Lymetoo, I'm so terribly sorry for the loss of your Mother.
Only time can heal your heart of this great loss.
Hugs,
lifeline
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My sympathies to you and your family. God Bless all of you.
Nancy
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Oh Tutu, I am so very sorry. I lost my dad unexpectedly 2 years ago and I know the pain you are feeling right now. I can't even think of anything to say, except I am sorry.
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