I saw this on facebook this morning, and realized that I miss Donna as much, if not more,today than I did the day she left us. I openly wept as I listened to the song that Donna sang only days before she found out that her leukemia was back. I miss that smile, that laugh, the hugs. I miss not hearing her say, "Now Suzanne, you KNOW good Christian girls do NOT say crap." I miss our secrets that all good friends share. I still have one last voicemail on my cell phone that I listen to from time to time just when I need to hear her voice. It starts out by saying, "Hey, Suzy-Q!" and ends with "I love you, and I'll talk to you soon." Gosh, how I wish I could hear those words, again, for real. But, I'll always carry with me that she did love me....and I one day I'll be able to talk to her again...face-to-face. I miss you, my friend. I'll always love you. Suzanne
The DVD was absolutely wonderful, I miss Donna so much. With the news I received this week, I thought to myself this morning driving to work, how much I still need "my" Donna. Donna is now away from all of the suffering we still have to endure...and I can't wait for the day when I can see her again. I'm thankful - so thankful - Donna was a part of my life...and she will live in my heart forever. True friends, whether here or not...stay with you always.
As I watch that beautiful tribute to Mom's life, it seems like a flash back through my own life. Mom was always there with me...at the important times and at the non-so-important times. It is so hard to imagine walking through this life without her. I was so lucky to have her for 30 years. The next 30 will look so much different than if she was here.
Thanks so much for the DVD. My sister Sheri will be joining Donna very soon. We learned two weeks ago that she has new tumors. Sheri said no more treatments. Most likely treatments would not have been very effective anyway. Sheri & Donna are only 16 days apart in age. What a glorious time there will be in heaven!
Jeanette, we will hold your family close in prayer. Sheri will be free, just like Donna, free from these chains. It doesn't stop us from wanting them here with us, but we can rejoice in knowing they will be/are with the Lord!! I think of my Mom all of the time, and then I wouldn't wish her back in this mean old wicked world for anything, she's much better off than I am. PRAISE THE LORD!!
Jeanette, I am so sorry about your news. I have been praying for Sheri and all of your family. I had hoped things would go better. I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers. I know how hard this is.
After not checking the blog for some time I checked this morning and am so happy that I did! What a blessing to hear precious Donna singing one of my favorite songs-- it sent my heart soaring. Thank you Bev for sending it for us to share in knowing she is indeed "free from the chains of pain that she bore. Praise to the one who freed us! Aunt Shell
Jeanette, I haven't met you but we don't need to have met face to face to pray for each other, my deepest sympathy to you in the loss of Sheri, I will pray for peace and comfort for you and Sheri's family. Donna's Aunt, Shelby
Jeanette, I am so sorry for your loss. I know you have great pain right now. I will not say it gets easier with time because I have found it doesn't--BUT it does help to know Sheri is rejoicing in Heaven with Donna. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers during these difficult days.
Jeanette, I am truly sorry. I meet Sheri several times. My heart goes out to you and family. I love all of you and will keep all in my prayers. Donna will show her around heaven. Want Bev and all Donna's FAMILY to know how touched the DVD really was. I cryed my eyes out to realize I needed to. I check on sweet Donna every couple Days . Knowing She is in Heaven is what keeps my sanity. At my darkest hour I see Donna's beautiful smile and weep just to snap out of it to rejoice for her. Hope Sheri's husband can find peace somehow. PRAYER IS THE ONLY WAY, It is so difficult to measure. GOD knows I was bitter,angry and broken. HE is leading me back at a pace only he knows I can handle. GOD looked over me when I COULD NOT. GOD loved me when Icould not. He is our rock and salvation. Blessed peace to all of you Jeanett. Joel
Joel, is that really you? It sure is nice to hear from you. I think of you all of the time. Every emotion you explained above, is perfectly normal, and okay. Everyone grieves in their own way...and everyone learns to deal with their loss in their own time. Keep leaning on our dear Lord, family and friends, and I can promise you, you will be okay. Donna would not want you unhappy...she wouldn't want any of us to be unhappy, she wants us to REJOICE, she is with our Lord...free from all suffering here. It's exciting to know...we WILL get to see her again...and oh, what a reunion that will be!!
Joel, So good to see you here. A difficult place to be but comforting all the same. Day by day friend. And remember the Footsteps...God's Peace to you too, love, J
Jeanette and Family, Continuing to keep you in prayer. I pray for you the peace that passes understanding. God will sustain and our loved ones are at peace together in Heaven. Love, Janet
Joel, I'm so happy to see you here! I think of you often and wonder how you've been doing. I know this an incredibly hard journey for you. I also know that God loves you and will carry you through these days. I also know that Donna is watching over you. I'm sorry I have not been in touch. I'll be home after the 27th, so if you need to chat, give me a call. Jeanette
I saw this on facebook this morning, and realized that I miss Donna as much, if not more,today than I did the day she left us. I openly wept as I listened to the song that Donna sang only days before she found out that her leukemia was back. I miss that smile, that laugh, the hugs. I miss not hearing her say, "Now Suzanne, you KNOW good Christian girls do NOT say crap." I miss our secrets that all good friends share. I still have one last voicemail on my cell phone that I listen to from time to time just when I need to hear her voice. It starts out by saying, "Hey, Suzy-Q!" and ends with "I love you, and I'll talk to you soon." Gosh, how I wish I could hear those words, again, for real. But, I'll always carry with me that she did love me....and I one day I'll be able to talk to her again...face-to-face. I miss you, my friend. I'll always love you.
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The DVD was absolutely wonderful, I miss Donna so much. With the news I received this week, I thought to myself this morning driving to work, how much I still need "my" Donna. Donna is now away from all of the suffering we still have to endure...and I can't wait for the day when I can see her again. I'm thankful - so thankful - Donna was a part of my life...and she will live in my heart forever. True friends, whether here or not...stay with you always.
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As I watch that beautiful tribute to Mom's life, it seems like a flash back through my own life. Mom was always there with me...at the important times and at the non-so-important times. It is so hard to imagine walking through this life without her. I was so lucky to have her for 30 years. The next 30 will look so much different than if she was here.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the DVD. My sister Sheri will be joining Donna very soon. We learned two weeks ago that she has new tumors. Sheri said no more treatments. Most likely treatments would not have been very effective anyway. Sheri & Donna are only 16 days apart in age. What a glorious time there will be in heaven!
ReplyDeleteJeanette, we will hold your family close in prayer. Sheri will be free, just like Donna, free from these chains. It doesn't stop us from wanting them here with us, but we can rejoice in knowing they will be/are with the Lord!! I think of my Mom all of the time, and then I wouldn't wish her back in this mean old wicked world for anything, she's much better off than I am. PRAISE THE LORD!!
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Jeanette, I am so sorry about your news. I have been praying for Sheri and all of your family. I had hoped things would go better. I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers. I know how hard this is.
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Last night, Sheri joined Donna and many other famiy members we all knew & love. Thanks so much for all of your prayers & love.
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Jeanette, I am so sorry for the loss of your sister, Sheri. Keeping you and your family close in prayer.
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After not checking the blog for some time I checked this morning and am so happy that I did! What a blessing to hear precious Donna singing one of my favorite songs-- it sent my heart soaring. Thank you Bev for sending it for us to share in knowing she is indeed "free from the chains of pain that she bore. Praise to the one who freed us! Aunt Shell
ReplyDeleteJeanette, I haven't met you but we don't need to have met face to face to pray for each other, my deepest sympathy to you in the loss of Sheri, I will pray for peace and comfort for you and Sheri's family.
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Jeanette, I am so sorry for your loss. I know you have great pain right now. I will not say it gets easier with time because I have found it doesn't--BUT it does help to know Sheri is rejoicing in Heaven with Donna. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers during these difficult days.
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Jeanette, I am truly sorry. I meet Sheri several times. My heart goes out to you and family. I love all of you and will keep all in my prayers. Donna will show her around heaven. Want Bev and all Donna's FAMILY to know how touched the DVD really was. I cryed my eyes out to realize I needed to. I check on sweet Donna every couple Days . Knowing She is in Heaven is what keeps my sanity. At my darkest hour I see Donna's beautiful smile and weep just to snap out of it to rejoice for her. Hope Sheri's husband can find peace somehow. PRAYER IS THE ONLY WAY, It is so difficult to measure. GOD knows I was bitter,angry and broken. HE is leading me back at a pace only he knows I can handle. GOD looked over me when I COULD NOT. GOD loved me when Icould not. He is our rock and salvation. Blessed peace to all of you Jeanett. Joel
ReplyDeleteJoel, is that really you? It sure is nice to hear from you. I think of you all of the time. Every emotion you explained above, is perfectly normal, and okay. Everyone grieves in their own way...and everyone learns to deal with their loss in their own time. Keep leaning on our dear Lord, family and friends, and I can promise you, you will be okay. Donna would not want you unhappy...she wouldn't want any of us to be unhappy, she wants us to REJOICE, she is with our Lord...free from all suffering here. It's exciting to know...we WILL get to see her again...and oh, what a reunion that will be!!
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Lorelei
Joel,
ReplyDeleteSo good to see you here. A difficult place to be but comforting all the same. Day by day friend. And remember the Footsteps...God's Peace to you too, love, J
Jeanette and Family,
Continuing to keep you in prayer. I pray for you the peace that passes understanding. God will sustain and our loved ones are at peace together in Heaven.
Love, Janet
Joel, I'm so happy to see you here! I think of you often and wonder how you've been doing. I know this an incredibly hard journey for you. I also know that God loves you and will carry you through these days. I also know that Donna is watching over you. I'm sorry I have not been in touch. I'll be home after the 27th, so if you need to chat, give me a call.
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Just stopping by for anyone who may visit, to say hello. Hope everyone is doing okay.
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Hey, Lorelei. I still visit somtimes. I hope all is well with you. Take care!
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