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Thank you

I've had a minute to calm down and breathe without crying so I wanted to take some time and thank you from the bottom of my heart for your prayers. God heard them but decided he needed my mom right now more than we did. Today my siblings and I had the difficult task of going to her apartment and picking out clothes for her to wear, as well as planning her funeral. While there we decided to start going through her things and I must say, we had a few laughs. We found old letters we wrote her as kids, old pictures, etc. I've decided to do a collage for the calling hours. And I've taken the brave task of speaking in front of everyone at the funeral. I found a poem that made me think of my mother so I'm going to read it.

Anyway, before I get all weepy again I wanted to say thank you. I'm touched you all cared so much.

I wish you all much love and happiness in the new year.
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  • Danica, I just wanted to say that I am thinking and praying for you. I know this must be so hard, but I think it is wonderful that you are going to speak at her funeral - she will be smiling, for sure. I truely believe that.

    wishing you peace this new year -
    Lee
  • ((HUGS)) I wish you much happiness and strength in 2008!

    I am glad that during this difficult time you and your siblings were able to laugh and remember the good times you all had together.

  • Danica,

    I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I can't imagine what the last few days have been like for you.  I am sure you will make it through.  You are so brave to speak in front of everyone.  I couldn't do it without being a sobbing mess.  But then again I couldn't walk down the aisle without crying.  Hang in there. 

    I hope the new year brings all good things for you.

    Jen

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  • I love ya Danica!!  Please know if you need anything, I am always here for you! 

    ::Sending you the biggest, tightest hugs possible::

    ~Marie
  • I know how hard it is to pick out those clothes and deal with all the arrangements and everything. Not an easy task. But, I'm so glad you and your siblings were able to get a few laughs in admist all the tears. Just remember we all love you and are here for you if you need us!!
  • This is the first time I have been on in a couple of days, so I am a little late with this, but Danica, I am SO sorry for you loss. I know nothing anyone says can make anything truly better right now, but I just wanted to say that I am sorry and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Your mom is no longer suffering and she is in a better place. I hope that offers some comfort for you.
  • When my FIL passed away almost a year ago, one of the most comforting things to do was work on the photo collages.  I stayed up until well after midnight one night with my SIL and one of DH's cousins going through all the old pictures.  It was sad but it also brought back some funny stories and everyone in the immediate family (DH, his siblings and his mom) all loved the final product.  My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
  • Hey babes,

    I did my sister's eulogy, and believe it or not, it was the easiest thing of all.  I sat down the night before and just typed on my computer, everything I was thinking, and spoke from my heart.  I know you will do a wonderful tribute to your mom, and she will be holding your heart in her hands the entire time.

    I'll see you soon.  Love you.
  • I am so sorry you're going thru this, but God needed a new angel for the new year.  I know you will do a wonderful job as you will have an angel on your shoulder!

    We love you!!!

    (((((hugs)))))

    Beth and Harry

  • I think he heard the prayers to end the suffering, sometimes the only way is to bring them to heaven.

    Many hugs sent your way. May you find peace in her passing knowing that she is once again healthy and happy.

  • {{Hugs}}
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  • I missed the original post tis weekend but I just wanted to send you and your family my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
  • I'm glad that you and your siblings found some things at the house to make you smile. Hang on to those memories, they will be your greatest source of comfort.
  • Danica, I just saw the post about your mom, as I've been away from the computer.  I just want to let you know that you and your siblings will be in my prayers through these next few days.  You're such a strong woman and have the love and support of all the Nesties behind you.  ((HUGS))
  • I'm so sorry for your loss!  I truly hope that 2008 is a wonderful year for you.

    {{HUGS}}
  • I've been thinking about you and your family. I wish you strength for 2008. (((hugs)))
  • I missed the original post but I wanted to say how sorry I am to hear about your mom. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

  • I'm so sorry for you loss Danica. I will be thinking of you during this trying time.

    We all love you so much.

    Traci~~
  • If you need anything, and I mean anything, just ask. I wish I had more to say, but I don't. All I can say is that your mom was a very lucky woman to have a daughter as great as you are and that loves her as much as you do.
  • I am so very sorry to hear about your mother.  May God grant you strength, peace and happiness in the coming year.
    You and your family are in my heart and my prayers.
  • Sending you big hugs and lots of strength! :)
  • I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers especially over the next few days.
  • Stay strong, sweet girl! I know you'll do great... your mom's suffering is over, and I can't imagine how much it must hurt that she's gone. She's smiling down on you right now!

    *hugs*

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  • Hi Danica, I was out of town so I just now saw all the posts about your mom. I am so incredibly sorry to hear about her passing. I hope you are doing ok, I can't even imagine, but I know how strong you are. Wishing you much peace and happiness in the new year. Megan
  • Danica--I haven't been on in forever, so I'm out of the loop, but I am so sorry for your loss! I know we have talked in the past about some similarities our moms share; I can't imagine how hard this is for you.

    Hugs,
    J
    http://dairyfreemammaries.blogspot.com/ ~Chronicles of a MPSI Mama~
  • Danica-I am so sorry for your loss.  Thankfully, your mom is with God now and is no longer suffering.  You and your family will continue to be in our prayers.  ***HUGS***
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