In May, I sent my Aunt Gloria an email. In it, I told her she could borrow "my boots" I told her that sometimes "the battle" sucked and she might need a tough pair to help her over the hills. Her email replied, "Rene, you have been my idol throughout your fight with cancer. We'll do whatever it takes to win this battle. I thank you for sharing your boots with me. I love you very much".
Today, I told my Aunt to keep my boots on and take them with her. A few hours later... she did.
My Aunt Gloria died today. She was fighting her battle with cancer....but God was warming up her wings.
I'm glad she isn't suffering anymore. We've all mentioned that she's with my Grandma now. Comforting as that is, it doesn't stop the tears.
Before you go to sleep tonight, thank God for another day. Thank God for your parents, your siblings, your dog and best friend. Use the time you are given, making a difference. Don't take a single moment for granted...and never hesitate in saying I love you. Tomorrow, may never come.
A huge thank you to everyone leaving comments and saying prayers. Keep it all coming PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love each of you and cannot tell you enough how much I appreciate you taking this journey with me.
*** Please say prayers for my family.
*** Please say prayers for Nathan (They didn't "get it all".), Ms Bobby (she started radiation), Mr. Russo, Ms Pammy (recovering from surgery.), Lenore, Trish, David Carey, Sugar, Cindy (She's in remission), Tammy (she's in remission) and Jeannette. They are fighting the battle with cancer too .
*** Please say prayers for Jay Carey and his family. He is in Iraq, fighting the war.
If this is your first time reading my journal, PLEASE go back tomy first entry on 11-15-06 to read about the title MEET ME AT THE BREAKFAST TABLE!! Thanks!
26 comments:
Thinking of you and your family during this time. I know you will be celebrating her life knowing all of the good times you had with her.
Grateful we got each other back in our lives...
Love, Amy
Prayers going up. I am sorry for your loss. However, I am happy that she is with Jesus and smiling down on you. I know she's telling you to never give up, keep fighting, be thankful for every moment - every day, and love like there is no tomorrow. She is pain free, happy, and beautiful in her angel wings. Remember I love you and if there is anything I can do for you guys please let me know! Love, Julie
I'm sending out hugs and prayers for your family. Sugar sent me over. I'm so sorry.
Missie
Condolences for your family on the loss of your dear Aunt. Sending prayers for them that they have strength in the days ahead.
Happy your Aunt is in no more pain, but rejoicing in the hose of her Father, with many that have gone before her!
God bless,
Sugar
I came by & commented earlier, but either I didn't hit 'save' or I commented in a wrong entry. {{{{}}}}
I have been and will continue to pray for your family. Be sure to keep Aunt Gloria's memories alive...that is really important and makes coping with the loss a little easier. Just remember, you will see her again some day! We can all have breakfast at the table with Jesus!!--MN
I am so sorry about your loss. I just know she is in heaven free of pain and discomfort, and smiling down on you. ((((((hugs))))))
Cindy
Came over by the way of SUGAR I am so sorry to read of your sad loss and please accept my condolances.May perpetual light shine upon your Dear Aunt RIP..I will say prayers God gives all you and yours the strength to overcome this sad happening.Take Care God Bless Kath
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Hi my love......I am sorry to hear about Aunt Gloria's passing. Find comfort that she is no longer suffering and that she is going to be looking over you now! Many prayers and hugs to you and your family and PLEASE let me know if there is anything I can do for you guys!
Love and miss you~
Michelle
I am so sorry about your loss. Many hugs to you.
Lisa
Sugar asked me to call round. Would like to offer condoleances and wishes for all strength for you and yours in coping with your sad loss.
Guido
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Once again, God has given you the perfect words to write. I'm rejoicing in all the memories we've made with Aunt Gloria and crying that there will be no more. I'm thankful for her life but angry at cancer. I love you sister!
Came by way of Sugar, and my prayers go out to your entire family...and and friends you included. My heart and soul go out to you now, with deep sympathies...hugs and love,
Joyce
Came from Sugar's journal. My prayers are with you and all who are connected to your Aunt. May he give each one of you the strength and peace that you need. Helen
Sending hugs, good thoughts, and prayers
d
I'm so sorry abuot your aunt, my hugs and prayers go out to you and your family.
Oh, I am so so sorry about your aunt's passing. PLease accept my sincere sympathy and I want you to know that I am praying for you and all the others too. Sugar sent me here, God bless her heart.
love ya,
carlene
Oh my dear Reeknee
I am deeply sorry to hear of this news.
I pray for healing within the family. I am glad she's no longer hurting, fighting and she's able to rest comfortably now. I pray for your family, I pray for you. I pray that your family is able to comfort each other during this time. I pray that God lay His hand on you all and reassure you that He is here for each of you during this time of grieving.
I love you Reeknee. I love your family.
I am very sorry, truly I am.
*big big tight hug*
With an abundance of love always and forever,
RED
P.S. Please, let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your family.
I love you more today than yesterday~!~
Dear precious Heavenly Father, please lay your gentle loving hand upon this family during this time of grieving and loss. Please make yourself present and reassure them you are in control and you are available for them always. Please bless this family with loving friends and other family members to assist with the grieving. Father, thank you for taking care of this family, thank you for blessing this family with Gloria and all the memories they have to share years to come. Thank you for removing the pain and discomfort, the exhaustion, the fears and tears from Gloria. Thank you for bringing her home to be with you, Father. Thank you for bringing home to where she'll rejoice with other members of the family and her friends. I ask all of this in your glorious name.
Amen.
I am so sorry. Sending love and prayers to you and your family.
Barbara
so sorry:( keeping you and family in prayer.
Deb
Rene ~ I'm sorry you weren't able to go to Philly with your family. I didn't hear from you after you went to the Dr.'s.
Hope you are feeling better.
Love ya,
Rhoda
I am new to your Journal.. i just wanted to say i am sorry for your loss and to say that i find your journal to be so positive and uplifting..I will be back...
Lyn
I'm sorry for you loss... This is my first visit here, and I do believe I was directed here for a reason today.
Your inspiring words moved me to tears. Sometimes, I just forget you know? How short and precious life is.. Please know that you've helped someone today.
Now I'm off to read your first entry... It's a pleasure to meet you!
::keeping you in thoughts and prayers::
Michelle
dear Irene, My deepset condolences wiht your loss of your dear aunt.
Praying for your full recovery.
love,nat
May God bless you and your family and those who are sick or are recovering. I'm sorry about your Aunt Gloria. love, Shelly
Sugar sent me over this morning. I will pray for you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss. I will add your name and the others you mentioned to my prayer list. God bless all of you and may He restore each of you to perfect health and protect the young man in Iraq.
Kathy
God Bless your Aunt may she rest in peace now.
Take care, Chrissie
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