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Old 10-25-2006, 05:19 PM
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As many of you know, after forty years, I have been in reunion for two years, the youngest of nine, reunited with five siblings and my Mother, who passed on two weeks ago from leukemia. I had the privelege of being at her side for many weeks up to and leading to her taking her last breath. As I grieve, I am comforted by the many memories we shared together as Mother and daughter, and the legacy of her love. I am further comforted by the bond strenghthened between my brother and sisters and nieces and nephews during this time as we laughed and cried, and somehow endured...
One memory in particular I hold close; nearing her last days my Mother lay in a hospital bed provided by home care in my sisters home; I arrived after a long flight, I simply and naturally crawled in bed beside her,
she smiled wearily and glanced my way, she said" are you having a nap with me?" I replied with tears in my eyes" Yes, Mom" then I touched her cheek and said "I love you Mom", she gathered all her strength, took her pointer finger, placed on my nose and said" I love you too, chicken."
We suffered with her many days yet, she was anxious, and afraid, but we stayed with her day and night, and God finally called her home.
Perhaps, I may share what is my experience having searched, found, reunited, and then loss once again.
While I believe there are necessary losses, we must grieve first...
Thankyou to all of you for your support on the forums as well as pms' I'm forever grateful for your human kindness and spirit.
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Old 10-25-2006, 06:03 PM
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Oh Rose, that was beautiful. I'm crying from that. I don't know what to say except I am so sincerely sorry for your loss. I don't think that you will lose contact with your bfamily now that your mom is gone. I know that was a fear of yours. Love will endure and the bond you have will stay forever in everyone's hearts.
Again, I'm sorry for your loss and I hope that the pain is lessened knowing you'll see your mom again.
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Old 10-25-2006, 06:23 PM
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Rose,

I am crying too....sniffles and I were just talking about you today and wondering how you were doing. I'm so very sorry for the loss of your mother. I am so glad that you got to spend time with her these past 2 years.

i love that she called you "chicken"....

we missed you very much. welcome back.
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Old 10-25-2006, 06:59 PM
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Dear Rose,
May God wipe away your tears. How wonderful that you have these prescious memories as you grieve.
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Old 10-25-2006, 08:44 PM
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Heart I am so sorry for your loss...

You have touched my heart, Your mother is with you, and always has been..You are a remarkable person..
Take good care of your self now, please let us know how you are doing..
Good nite..Cravalynn
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Old 10-26-2006, 02:49 AM
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There is a sacredness in tears.
They are not the mark of weakness,
but of power.
They speak more eloquently
than 10,000 tongues.
They are the messengers
of overwhelming grief,
of deep contrition,
and of unspeakable love.


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Old 10-26-2006, 06:39 AM
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Rose,

I was thinking of you the other day and I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I know you will treasure the time you had with her and we here all treasure the gift that you have given us in sharing your reunion with all of us.

All of our hearts and prayers are with you and your family now.

Much love



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Old 10-26-2006, 08:30 AM
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Rose,
You have been in my thoughts the last few weeks as well. I am so sorry for your loss, but I am so elated for you that you got to have wonderful moments and memories that will last forever, with your mom.

You will continue to be in my thoughts.

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Old 10-26-2006, 10:13 AM
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I'm so very sorry for your loss. May the love of your Mother live on in you, and may you pass that love along to others.
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Old 10-26-2006, 04:53 PM
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Rose,

I am so sorry to hear about your mom. You and your family are in my prayers.

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Old 10-27-2006, 06:41 PM
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I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers!
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Old 10-29-2006, 11:48 AM
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Just a note to say Thankyou for all of your condolences, I'm grateful for the support. Slowly but surely each day is a little bit brighter, but I cry when I need to. Heartbeat, I found the quote you offered to be very meaningful, thankyou!
Hugs everyone,
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Old 10-29-2006, 12:19 PM
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Rose we will always be here when you need a shoulder to cry on.

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Old 10-29-2006, 12:26 PM
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Thanks Sniffles, you're a gem!!
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You're most welcome, lady. It's one of my favorites.

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