Thursday, September 9, 2010

Rest In Peace

On August 22 my mother-in-law passed away. Having already watched the dying process in my own dear mother didn't make seeing this once strong and vibrant woman disappear little by little any easier. I am so grateful for having known her. I feel so lucky to have spent so much time with her at the end and she kept her enthusiasm for life right through to the end while not fighting the dying process. Our family seems so much smaller now that she's gone. She has certainly left a hole in our hearts that will take time to heal.

Thank you everyone for your loving posts. It's very comforting to know that so many of you were keeping us in your hearts and your prayers. With everything that has happened to our family, we have realized how precious life is. We all hold each other a bit tighter and enjoy the moments we have together even more. We really see that in the end, it's not what possessions you have or how much money you have, it's how much you love and are loved. Please take the time to let those important in your life know that you love them.
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19 comments:

  1. HeatherSeptember 9, 2010 at 10:31 AM

    So sorry to hear of your loss, Sherril. Thinking of you and your family!

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  2. gwensewsSeptember 9, 2010 at 10:35 AM

    What a blessing that you were able to spend quality time with your MIL-a blessing for both of you. I'm sorry for your loss, and hope the healing process has begun for your family.

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  3. OmegaSeptember 9, 2010 at 10:39 AM

    Sorry to hear of your loss. I pray that God's strength & peace will be with you and your family at your time of loss.

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  4. BConkySeptember 9, 2010 at 12:49 PM

    Thought about you often this summer. My father was in a serious car accident in May and after being in the hospital for 7 weeks he came to recoup with us. It's been a long road but he finally went home yesterday. Still worried about him but he was ready. I'm glad you got to be with her and enjoy her company during this precious time she had left. Thoughts and prayers with you and your family.

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  5. DaisySeptember 9, 2010 at 3:38 PM

    My sincerest condolences to you and your family. Your post is a beautiful tribute to her.

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  6. RoseSeptember 9, 2010 at 4:29 PM

    I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. Please take care.

    Rose in SV

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  7. waikikimumSeptember 9, 2010 at 5:22 PM

    I am so sorry for your family's loss Sherril. You are very lucky to have had such a wonderful MIL that you thought so highly of and you will have lots of beautiful memories I'm sure. Your post reminds us all what is important in life. Take care.

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  8. MarieSeptember 9, 2010 at 5:33 PM

    So very well said. Blessings to you as you get up every day and go on.

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  9. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2010 at 7:58 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. I'll be keeping you and your family in my prayers. Susan C

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  10. Sharon SewsSeptember 9, 2010 at 8:03 PM

    I'm so sorry to read about the loss of your mother-in-law. My prayers will be with you and your family.

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  11. MaryMary86September 9, 2010 at 10:34 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss; at the same time, I'm glad you shared her with us. It was very enjoyable to read her amazing story. She was a remarkable woman who truly inspired.

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  12. RebeccaDSeptember 10, 2010 at 4:08 AM

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss. And thanks for the reminder to not take our loved ones for granted. My thoughts will be with you.

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  13. UnknownSeptember 10, 2010 at 4:42 AM

    Sherril I am sorry to hear about your loss. You share words of wisdom that all of us need to be reminded off from time to time.

    God Bless You
    Marie Roche

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  14. AnneSeptember 10, 2010 at 7:14 AM

    Sherril--I am so very sorry for your family's tremendous loss. Enjoyed reading about your late mother-in-law. What a remarkable woman she was, and what a blessing you were to her.

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  15. The Slapdash SewistSeptember 10, 2010 at 9:55 AM

    I am so sorry to hear of your mother in law's passing. I really enjoyed hearing about how special she is to you and know that she knew she was loved.

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  16. Linda TSeptember 10, 2010 at 10:01 AM

    There are really no words for the loss of our special family members. My heart goes out to you at this time.

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  17. JuliaSeptember 10, 2010 at 2:13 PM

    It is hard to see our parents in such a helpless state. I am watching my mother like this daily. My prayer is that God will bring her some peace, however that is to be. I am so sorry about your MIL. My prayers and thoughts are with your family.

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  18. a little sewingSeptember 10, 2010 at 6:07 PM

    So sorry for your loss. And how remarkable of you to make the most of this special time with her.
    You've written a lovely tribute to her.

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  19. AlexeaSeptember 28, 2010 at 9:30 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss.

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