The visitation, funeral and burial are over. Everything went very well. I think she would have been pleased.
The visitation was full of people who came from far and wide, the Mass went well (there was a little nervousness because the nearly 90 year old retired bishop was the celebrant, and, well, you can only imagine. He only got lost once and forgot half the homily. He did not, however, fall down the stairs, even though it was close a time or two. OK, I am so going to hell for that one, he just called here while I was writing this.) The kids were thrilled beyond belief with riding in the limousine, there were beautiful plants and flowers, and, the day was gorgeous.
I don't have the words to thank all of you, those of you inside the computer and those of you whom I can see. So many people have been so kind to us this week, it's almost overwhelming.
I am particularly moved by the generosity of my friends who cleaned my house inside and out, framed several pictures of my mother for display, took care of my children, and, prepared and served a lunch reception. In case you are here, please know I love you all.
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sounds like you have wonderful friends.. thinking of you
Of course you have wonderful friends, because you ARE a wonderful friend. I'll keep you in my prayers.
Just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you.
May you be spared any further sorrow.
It is a new chapter in your life; I lost my own mother almost 4 years ago and, while your life is never the same, it will go on. I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers.
Your friends are clearly, beautiful people. May your mother rest in peace Busy Mom....
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You are still very much in my thoughts. You sound so wonderfully healthy today and it brought a smile to my face!
Continued blessings to you, my friend.
What Belinda said.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm glad you have the support of your friends. Those who only know you here and IRL. They can really help in times of sorrow. ((((HUGS))))
Hugs to you and your family Busy Mom. I hope your dad is handling things OK. Take care.
Hi. I still can't email you for some reason - I am glad today went okay - as awful as it must have been - thinking of you and your family!
Wish I could be there with you through this. Big hugs, dear.
(((HUGS))) BusyMom and Family. You are in my prayers.
I know that I am late, but please know that I am so very, very sorry. It just hurts. Praying for you as you navigate through the maze of grief.
Val
Sounds like it was lovely. You've been in my thoughts and prayers.
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wish i was there
It sounds like you have a wonderful support net around you. My best wishes to you and your family.
*HUGS* If you need anything, please holler at me!
I am so glad to hear that everything went well and that you and your family were surrounded with wonderful friends and family to support you. Continued blessings & prayers.
Sorry I'm so late but I was at one of those crazy July weddings over the weekend. Prayers and good thoughts with you and your family.
be careful for that moment when there isn't anything left to "do" and you get to experience the emotions of the entire process.
Thinking of you!
-d
Been saying lots of prayers for your family.
Take care .
You are (deservedly) lucky to have such great friends! Hope that you're okay...
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You're a great woman who deserves great friends surrounding you. It's a good thing.
I know you're relieved to get through all of this and grieve in private. I'm glad you have so many friends around you to help. Thinking of you. :)
If I may so bold to share these thoughts from my favorite poets and mystics:
"Don't grieve. Anything you lose comes round in another form."
~ Rumi
"Every mortal loss is an immortal gain."
~William Blake
Love and prayers surround such a beautiful person as you that gives so much.
my mom is my best friend. I can only imagine what you're going through. All my best to you and your family as you go through this difficult time.
I just came by to give you a hug and let you know I am thinking about you. (((hug)))
I am so sorry. I've lost many of my links, and have been away. I know the brand of sorrow you're living now. I'm very happy you have such wonderful friends. God bless you all.
Ya know, your mom and mine are probably up there laughing at us sitting here typing away at a computer! :)
HUGS. It gets better but it doesn't go away and I don't think I would want it to.
I'm very sorry to hear about your Mom passing on. You are definately in my thoughts and I know you've gone a long hard road with this.
Take care.