I can't even come up with a witty title

[Bear]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

I remember talking with her when I stopped over in Detroit back in Nov.  I had hoped that I'd hear good news from y'all then.  She tried to thank me for helping you but I didn't see it as that much of a bother to help - I wished it would have worked out better though.  

When my father died I was so shocked.  He was 48 and 2 months (I'll be that in 9 weeks).  He only got to hold his granddaughter in his arms once.  All I could remember was the good die young and thinking, "I sure didn't think he was that good?" (I jest!).  I do remember feeling happy that his pain was over though because he was eaten up with cancer - seven differtent kinds - the pain was unbearable and near impossible to stop.

We wish you could hug your Gerlie now.

Bear and Honey

[Howard]

... in response to What was her name?, posted by Bear on May 23, 2002

Bear and Honey,

She knew you didn't see it as a bother, that's why she thought you were so special  While there are many here, few people you meet in life will go the slightest distance out of their way for a relative stranger, she was one who devoted her life to it  That's why this board has always been so special to me

My mother's name is Elizabeth Joyce.  She was just one month past her 62nd birthday.  She moved in with me in July of last year and I will treasure the last ten months that we were able to spend so closely together  So many blessings in disguise

Thank you, I wish I could hug Gerlie in person now too  She's pretty worried about me and sad that she won't get to meet mom in person now  It's very hard on her because she is so far away right now, but God willing, that won't always be the case

Mom was a great believer in the power of prayer.  She had a long list and many here are on it  I think that Mom loved and cared for so many, that she just needed a better view to keep up with all of our lives

Keep the Faith

H

[may10]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

there is God who has all the time we need -
He feels the pain we feel, and He, above all others knows a heart takes time to cry and heal.

But you know what,  nearly 5 years ago,  I lost my mother too and that was when I knew I really had an angel watching over me all the time.....so, you just got one!

My prayers and thoughts are with you, H.

[Howard]

... in response to WIth the happy and fond memeories...., posted by may10 on May 23, 2002

May,

Yeah... Gerlie has very similar feelings and I believe you both  I am blessed with friends and family that find ways to love me no matter how difficult I try to make it  LOL  You guys here are always in my heart, on my mind and in my prayers

Thank You so much

H

[Dave H]

... in response to WIth the happy and fond memeories...., posted by may10 on May 23, 2002

Hi May,

I feel the same way. Truly she is in a much better place and able to watch over you. Several years ago on All Saints Day, we went with almost 30 family members to pay our respects to Marife's father. When we were preparing to leave the cemetary, Marife's grandfather said that I should ask her father's permission to marry and the family left us so we could be alone. I had felt the same way and had strongly felt his presence as everyone prayed, thought, and talked of him. Though I didn't experience the grilling that I would have endured had he still been alive, I felt that he could now clearly see the truth. There was no hidding what was in my heart. *S*

Dave H.

[Windmill Boy]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

Howard

I  am  sorry  to hear  about  your  mothers  passing  on.  you  are  blessed  that  you  were  able  to  be  present  and  give  her  solice  and comfort  when  it  occured.  my  whole  family  was  able  to  be  together from  around  the  country  the  night  that  my  father passed away years  ago.

Your  mother's  done  good.   Raising  you  to  be  the  the  good hearted  and  thoughtfull  bloke  that  you  are, that  we  all  cherish  around  here.  Your  grief  will pass  and  your  healing  has  already  started knowing  that  you  had  a  secure  and  strong  relationship  with  her.  That  you  are  able  to  express  yourself  so  well in  this  post  shows that you are  well  on your  way.  I  am  sure  that  your  mother  was  content  that  you  have  made it  though  your  previous  ordeal  and  are  on your  way  to a  happier  life.

I  called my  mother  5  minutes  before  I  had  to  run  off  to  work  yesterday  and I  encouraged  her  to  get  outside  to  enjoy  the  weather  even  though  she  is  ill  herself.

Don't  fret,  You  know  that  your  mother is  with  you  even  now  more  than  you  can  imagine.  As  you  will  make decisions  for  yourself in  the  near  future  you  will  ask  yourself subconciously --- well  how  would  mom  approached  this?  Don't  forget  your  friends  here  also,  if  something  is  irking  you  just  give  a  shout  off  to  the  peanut  gallery  and we  will  give  you  some  opinions.  You  can  take  what  you  like  and  laugh  at  the  others.

All the best to you and  ....

KEEP YOUR  FAITH

Windmill Boy

[Howard]

... in response to Keep  the  Faith, posted by Windmill Boy on May 23, 2002

WB

Thanks  Very touching post my friend

I know you not only speak the truth, but from your heart as always

Things will get better for me and I will post more, that a PROMISE

Deepest Thanks

H

[kevin]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

I'm sorry to hear about this, Howard.  I hope and pray that things can only get better for you now.

- Kevin

[Howard]

... in response to Re: I can't even come up with a witty ti..., posted by kevin on May 23, 2002

Kev,

The power of prayer is something my mother believed greatly in.  Know that we are keeping you in our thoughts as well brutha

H

[Dave H]

... in response to Re: Re: I can't even come up with a witt..., posted by Howard on May 24, 2002

Every time I think of Kevin, thoughts of fish, ducks, cats, dogs, pigs, cows, people, and whales farting come into my head. I think that was the first post that Kevin hasn't worked a fart story into. ))

Dave H.

[Jimbo]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

We know you'll Keep the Faith.

Jim and Sally

[Howard]

... in response to Our condolences Howard, posted by Jimbo on May 23, 2002

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[Dave H]

... in response to I can't even come up with a witty title, posted by Howard on May 23, 2002

Hi H,

We are so very sorry to hear this news. Our heartfelt condolences go out to you, your family, and friends. Thanks for sharring your grief with us. Be strong and cherish those wonderful memories of the most prescious woman you'll ever know...your mother. Who else but our mothers could still love us after all that we do? I lost mine 2 months after my 19th birthday...26 years ago...still miss her. I know that she still looks down upon me, keeps me out of big troubles, and laughs at all of my follies.

Dave and Marife H.

[Howard]

... in response to Our Condolences..., posted by Dave H on May 23, 2002

Posse Commander

If I do the math right... uhhhhhhhhh... You're OLD!!!  LOL  Hahahaha

You know how fondly I think of you  I just wish we got a chance to joke in front of Mom when you guys FINALLY get up this way, I'm sure she would've had to go to the bathroom often with both of us cracking jokes--and other things LOL--in the same room  LOL  Now you are DEFINITELY coming to dinner with your lovely wife--and who ever else from your possee you bring --as my guest so she can see us from her new vantage point  She'll still LOVE it

BTW  If you're waiting for better weather up here... ummmmmm... HELLO!!!  Michigan... Remember?  LOL

The Faith is Strong

H

[Dave H]

... in response to Re: Our Condolences..., posted by Howard on May 24, 2002

...but I'm younger than I look!

Hi H,

Thanks! It would have been an honor to have met your Mom. But, I'm sure she will still get a real kick out of our "misbehavior!" I'm trying to work out the logistics for a Michigan trip this year. Most of my family have been worried sick about me. They were relieved to find out I've remarried (single 6.5 years) and have someone special to keep me in line. ;o))) My Uncle and Aunt from Kalamazoo were here recently and took lots of photos to prove that I'm OK. ) I never knew they cared so much... ))

Dave H.