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Comments (16)Marlene, I am praying for you guys and your family. One of the things I always found so difficult when I have lost someone is my own human memory....so I will pray for you and your family the same thing I pray for myself during loss. I pray that your memory and the memory of all those involved will be sharpened like never before. That you would always remember all the good things that were shared, that you will still be able to hear the laughter, and that you wont need pictures to recall his face....that it will always remain fresh in yalls mind, and never fade. Grace and hugs, erin...See MoreAre any of you watching about the shooting in Omaha.
Comments (6)Patti: Yes I was watching when they broke in and told about it... I am sadden for all the families... and the mall and the workers...and the firefighters.. and the Police... and even like you ... you would do Christmas shopping there... IT is like a V I O L A T I O N a very personal attack... How truly sad... At a family time... a sick derranged how ever you spelll it !!!!! mean ole person has this hate in his heart... instead of just doing something to himself... he has to hurt sooooo' many > I will pray and pray.. but it will probably effect the Christmas shopping economy... GOOD THING most of us junkers.... etc... shop at other places.... God must be sad toooo Hey Christmas is just around the corner... It's snowing up a storm here in Illinois and Wisconsin.. And We will not let terrorism steal away the true meaning of Christmas... or any other day in our lives.... This is our Country... these are our families !!!!! Dang those crazy bad guys... didn't any body know this guy was acting up or crazy...? I do thank God that he did not do anything to the President. That would really be a blow to our country we don't need right now.... or ever... I was thinking of when I was at lunch in the 9th grade ... when President Kennedy was assassinated ... it was a scarey horrible thing... Well..... We must pray and we must try to stay safe. We should all talk to our family members and get a plan just like you do for a fire...or bad weather... that sounds so awful to say... But it is the time of unrest with disturbed people.*** *********** God BLess You Each One Stay vigilant... Keep your chins up and Remember God Loves You !!!! susiesunshine...See MoreGrieving before they die?
Comments (5)I am so sorry to hear about your sister. I went through the same experience with my brother. After he passed, a friend reccomended I read the book "Final Gifts". It is written by nurses in Hospice. It is an excellant book. I wish I would have had it before my brother passed. I have lent this book out several times and have been told it has helped the family members feel a calm. The last person I lent it to recognized many of the experiences and was able to relate and share them with her Mother. She thanked me over and over again. For now, enjoy all the memories you and your sister have. My prayers are with you....See Morehaving a hard time coping
Comments (29)Coolmama, As long as I can remember, pets have filled a 'void' in my life. They are so loyal, trusting & make no judgements. They love you unconditionally regardless of your age, status, beliefs, faults etc. I don't recall ever being without a cat & since I've had a house, a dog also. Many years ago, when I was 18 & living in a fourplex apt. in the country, I had a cat Shamu. One fall day, while visiting a farm, the workers found an infant bunny in a bale. I recall them saying that is was unusual for the time of year & bunny had no chance. So, I said I'd take it home, which I did. I fed Buffy with a doll's bottle with Shamu sitting at my feet, awaiting his turn. Yes, I fed that cat, too, so he didn't feel left out. Later, when Buffy ate potato peels, when I prepared a meal, Shamu ate raw potato peels. I think Buffy thought it was a cat, & loved to snuggle with Shamu even trying to nurse. Buffy thrived & even knew it's name, coming when I called. He & Shamu were the best of friends. I loved that bunny & had a stong bond - bottle feeding is so special. As usual, Shamu slept in bed with me, while Buffy slept in a box, with a screen on top, nearby. One morning Buffy wasn't in the box. Much to my horror, I found Buffy dead under the bed. I was devastated. I had a difficult time coping, as did Shamu. At the time, it really bothered me that it had died alone, without a sound. The slightest sound from a critter, awakes me. I learned very quickly that mourning a pet isn't socially accepted, generally. No one understood the grief I was experiencing. Basically, the attitude was it was "just" a wild rabbit. Oh well, big deal. This forum is wonderful as here there are people who understand, share your pain, & offer comfort. You do need to give yourself time to grieve. It's not easy. I've lost beloved pets since, & always have a hard time coping, more with some than others. My heart goes out to you. A gerbil, isn't JUST a gerbil, it's a piece of your heart. Summer...See More
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