You brought joy to my life
You made me feel so loved
We’d spend afternoons together
Walking the raspberries or
The flower beds around the house
Cinnamon rolls were your best
And jams and jellies too
Sitting out under the big shade tree
Watching the birds and kids play
Holidays and birthdays
What ever reason so we could be with you
Trips to town to pick out treats
The kids were wanting to spend
The nights so often
You were my mother-in-law
And the best Grandma too
Only last night in the wee morning
Did I find out that you had a visitor
The angels came for you
And carried you to heaven
My stomach knotted up
And tears began to flow
Spending wee hours in the night
Helping my kids to cope
With their sadness
This is what mothers do
Be their comfy blanket
One to fall back on
This is the way I remember you
A soft place to fall back on
Away from the noise
Only nature and love
Surrounding my memories of you
I shall always remember
Your soft gentle eyes
The way you smiled when I spoke
When I look up into the heavens
I have no doubt that you
And your husband
Will be holding hands
And looking down on us
And smiling now that
You two are back together.
Terry Shepherd
03/16/2013
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~Psalms 23:1-6~
The LORD is my Shepherd, I shall not want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures,
He leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil, for You are with me;
Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life,
And I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
Amen.
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I’m sorry Terry. Words don’t seem to be able to do anything or mean anything at a time like this
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no but having my friends near me helps so much
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Sorry I can’t be closer to help
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You have become a good friend. I could ask for no more
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Having just lost my mother, I know how painful it is to lose someone you love. Praying the Lord comforts you during this time of loss.
Love,
Cheryl
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I am sorry to hear about your mother. When I lost my mom it was awful but when Dad passed too the void became huge. thanks Cheryl for being a good friend
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Hi Cheryl. I have nominated you for the Shine On Award, because you have made such a difference in my life
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So sorry to hear this Terry. I hope you are comforted by your memories and your friends.
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they are a big help, and helping me kids through this also helps me heal
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Nothing or no one can take her place – but true friends and loved ones will try to help you fill the void. With blessings, Irene a/k/a Boomer98053.
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yes my kids and memories keep me going, helping them helps me
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Hi Boomer, I have nominated you for the Shine On Award!!!
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Terry, so very sorry for your loss and glad you have the Psalms to give you comfort. David’s words offer solace even today. I hope they help you as you struggle with your loss.
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the words will help. It is so darn hard to give up loved ones. I need to look at it as they no longer hurt and are not tired, but it is hard. Thank you Sheila
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My sweet friend, I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you.
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thank you so much Deana…..
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I’m so sorry for your loss. The poem is lovely, and I’ll be praying for you and your family.
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thank you so much my friend
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Hi Quriky! I have tagged you. Please read and play the game!!!!!
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I’m so very sorry for your loss, sending all my love to you!
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thank you so much Ruby
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The circle of life has ended for this dear woman but her circle still grows with you and her other family members. Remember her, speak of her often, love her and show her love through you to others, continuing what made you happy about her and blessing them with that love. she is at peace, happy and living now with the greatest love of all.
take heart that her life was full she loved and was loved. May God give you and your family solace at this time. Love
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thank you my friend
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Once again .. so sorry for your lost – she most have been a very special lady .. to you. Didn’t know who she was. Your mother-in-law. Your thoughts are so full of love, embrace and lost.
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I will really miss her. thank you so much Viveka
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Love and prayers, Terry, as you remember the good things. Asking God to give you extra love and comfort today.
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thank you Debbie
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So sorry Terry, I know how it feels and send you my love and hugs. As you say, we all will be together one day with the ones we lost ( your mother in law is together with her husband) and this is a great comfort to know. xx
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yes I can see these two standing holding hand in hand and smiling……….
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Sorry for your loss Terry… it seems you have wonderful memories …Diane
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I do and I am grateful for these…………..
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Sorry for your loss Terry. I too am praying that God will be especially close to you and other family members as you travel through the grieving process. It is so hard to lose loved ones. I wish we didn’t have to go through this but we do and God will help you if you have faith and don’t stop believing that He is right there with you. Much love to you Terry.
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I can’t do anything without God by my side. He will heal this sadness as he always does. thank you for a very moving comment
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I just wish I were close enough to give you a great big hug right now, Terry. But I pray that the Lord will do it for me. He can do it so much better.
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knowing you are my friend helps…………….
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The hardest moments in life are those when we have to say goodbye and when its a parent, a partner’s parent, a loved one who has meant so much to our family’s lives for so long, that loss becomes all the harder to accept, to rationalize, to cope with. We live each day wanting to believe in everlasting life though knowing that the reality differs from what we long to be. Your words here bring to mind my own parents now gone. How I wish I could reach out and touch them to this day…someday.
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Thank you so much Don. You have brought comfort to me today through your words. I wish both, you and I, could touch our parents one more time
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You’re very welcome. I’m glad that my reflections helped. Some things seem just out of reach to grasp yet I have a real sense that my mom and dad remain close, watching, smiling, guiding…and ultimately awaiting a time when we will one day be together once again. That sense remains close to the heart, mind and soul each day of my life…and always will. There is no truer comfort than that.
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You are so right Don. It does bring me comfort also. We are just waiting our turn to be reunited……..thank u so much for a beautiful comment
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I’m so sorry for your lost, Terry. I wish you and your family much strenghts. You’ll be with me in my prayers.
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thank you Angel so much. You are such a dear friend to me
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So heartbreaking and raw, my prayers are with you to keep you strong Terry! Your beautiful words always make me teary eyed
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bless you for your kind words my friend. big hugs
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