I'm next in the circle. Here for you and yours...

Me too. Big tears, for big losses. Keep the good memories close, for cherishing.

Jessy I have you hand. Thinking and praying for you and your family Annie to find peace and strength. We are all here for you! Hugs, Gina

Gina, I've got your hand and squeezing it to send Annie and family strength to make it through today and the weeks ahead. Cherish those memories.

Holding on tightly to Ellen...Annie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today.

PEACE,
Susie-reaching out to....

Got your hand Susie....

Annie, I'm thinking you and the family. You Dad was a wonderful man and I know how hard this is. You are so lucky to have had him as a father. The many great memories will carry you though the tough times.

Hugs to you, Elery and the entire family.

Nancy

Holding on to Nancy---

Annie-- may the love & memories sustain your family in this
sad time.

Hugs & prayers of comfort

Diane-- reaching out for----

Holding on to Diane. Thinking of you and your family Annie.

Ann

...got your hand Ann. Words cannot express my sadness over your loss Annie, but do take comfort in the times you had together and the wonderful memories. This is only a temporary good-bye. You will be together again in a world full of joy and light. Believe it.

Duane

I've got your hand Duane. Will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Linda

I've got your hand Linda. Annie I will be thinking of you and your family today.

Claudia

Taking Claudia's hand to encircle your family during this difficult time, Annie. Prayers continuing.

Deanna, reaching a hand to.......

I've got your hand Claudia. Annie and family I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Tracey

I'm here for you today, too, Annie. I know how tough this day is for you all, but you will get through it.

Lean on your family and friends, cherish the good times, and take comfort in knowing your dad is at peace and lived a full life surrounded by a loving family.

Lots of hugs coming your way...

Linda

Taking Linda's hand.........also hoping you find comfort in knowing your Dad is at peace. You and your family are in my prayers at this difficult time.
Mago..........

I have Linda's hand.......

Thinking of you and your family today Annie. Thankfully you have Elery. To everything there is a purpose. Take care.

...who has mine.

I do. Have been away a few days and just saw this post. My sympathies and jugs to Annie and family. And who's next (I made sure to clean my fingernails :)

Dirty fingernails, I've got your hand clean nails or not.

Annie, you and your family are in my thoughts today as you lay dad to rest. I know your life will not be the same but you will move on as that is what you are so good at.

Cathy, reaching out to...

Cathy, I've got your hand,

Thinking of you and sending my deepest condolences.

Sue, reaching out to

Sue, I've got you.

Annie, I've been thinking of you and your family all day today.

Karen, reaching out to...

Me. I'm sending my virtual hugs out to you Annie.

Who's got my other hand?

I've got it, Gina. Ahhh, I had a feeling it was today. Annie I bet you are all exhausted by now. Been thinking of you.

Reaching for...

me.

Annie, I am so, so very sorry for your loss. I know your dad was a big part of your life and my heart is breaking for you. I will miss your dad stories, and I know you will miss him.

I've got your hand, Lori. Annie, the whole Lack family is sending prayers and hugs to you, and your family. The last few days surely have been terribly difficult, and know that you are in all of our hearts here as well. (((Annie & Family)))
DONNA

I've got your hand, Donna.

Annie, please know DH & I are with you in thought & our prayers. (((Everybody)))

Tricia

I'm taking Tricia's hand and thinking of you, Annie, and your family on this difficult day.

I've got hold of Pam's hand and send you consoling thoughts and hugs.

Renée

Holding Renee's hand and wishing you strength, peace and serenity on this difficult day. You're in our thoughts.

Renee, I'm reaching out for your hand, and keeping Annie and family in my thoughts and prayers. I'm holding my other hand out.

Sally

To me. Annie, thinking of you and your family. Praying for strength and comfort!

I have your hand Trixie. Annie you have been in my thoughts and prayers each day. I'm sending you love and strength.

Lee, reaching out to...

Me. Take care Annie and family. Funerals are hard. The truest saying I have heard is that grief is the price we pay for love.
Colleen reaching out to....

Me, I have colleen's hand clear across the ocean and half way across the US in Nebraska. Sending thoughts and prayers to Annie and her families in the days ahead and the strength to be strong for everyone. But know we are all here surrounding you with love and strength and you can lean on us for support.

Stacie

So who has my hand, promise it isn't sticky from one of the kids.

Thank you, everyone. I'm just going to stand in the middle of this circle of strength for a moment, then I've got to go. I have so much to do.

Elery had to go back home today, he just left. He'll be back in a couple of weeks, so I'm on my own. Well, I'm not, really. I have my girls, my friends and the power of the forum.

Jessica asked that I post a picture of Dad, so here's the one we took when she gave him that blased laser pointer:

Annie

Girlsingardens I have your hand....saying a silent prayer for you Annie...God Bless your Daddy!! Grab my hand someone.......

I have it.....many prayers to your family Annie. So very sorry, take care.....

I'm here thinking of you and your family too. My hand is out and reaching for..........

I have it and my prayers are going upward for you and your family's continued health and strength to get thru this. Who will take my hand?

Beverly, I've got your hand.
Peace to you all Dear Annie...

*takes Terri's hand*

Annie, I just saw this, am so sorry. Will keep you and yours in my thoughts. Peace, strength, love to you.

Let me take hold of your hand Dawn...

lyra

Annie I just read..My sympathies to you~and your whole family..

Taking Monique's hand and thinking of you sweet Annie.
Laurie R.

Taking Laurie's hand...

AB, I know you may think it's rare to find my mug hanging around this forum on a weekend, but nothing was going to keep me from joining this circle today.
Sending comforting thoughts to you my friend.

Sol

I've got your hand, Sol!

Sending big hugs, Annie!

thanks for the picture, what a smile; keep up your strength and good luck.

Taking mitchdesj's hand. . . . .

Annie - my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Just checking back in to see how you're doing, Annie. I think of you often.

Sally

I'm way late here, but want to add my hugs and prayers.
Linda C

Just wanted to check in and let you know that I'm thinking of you.
Hugs to you and the family,
E