Friday, April 17, 2009

Family Sorrow

Hello Sweeties,

Monday I received some really sad news.
My youngest brother very recently went through
a divorce from his wife of over 20 years.


Easter Sunday she was killed in a boating accident.
Tomorrow, instead of being here for the bridal
shower, we will be traveling to north Florida
to attend her memorial service.


It is difficult for me to not be here for the shower,
but I will have everything pretty much ready
before I go, and Mallory said she can handle the rest.


Please pray for my brother, his children, and our
our family in general. All of my siblings and many
extended family members will be traveling to attend.



We never know, do we friends, if we will be here even
one more day. So I implore you to shake off all
of the little irritations of life, forgive the bigger
ones, and LOVE those around you with abandon!!


Thank you for being there for me!!
I appreciate you all more than I can say!


Love 'n Hugs,
Becky


34 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 17, 2009 at 8:11 AM

    Oh Becky! I am so sorry. I will pray for safe travel.

    ~Liz

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  2. AngelaApril 17, 2009 at 8:16 AM

    So I implore you to shake off all
    of the little irritations of life, forgive the bigger
    ones, and LOVE those around you with abandon!!


    WHAT A POWERFUL STATEMENT..

    My mouth gaped open when I read about the loss of your sil. I will definitely be praying for everyone...((hugs))

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  3. NeabearApril 17, 2009 at 8:29 AM

    Oh my gosh Becky! Is that the same accident that killed people from my area. The news said some of the ones involved had ties to Santa Rosa. That is the town I work in.

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  4. NeabearApril 17, 2009 at 8:30 AM

    I also wanted to say to stay safe as you travel there. Take care. Love you.

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  5. ~~DebyApril 17, 2009 at 8:30 AM

    This is so sad....I am praying that our Lord will uphold you and yours....grief is hard, even when you know Jesus....indeed life is short....
    ((((hugs))))
    deby

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  6. BECKYApril 17, 2009 at 8:33 AM

    Yes 'Nea, I believe it is the same. So very tragic because it was more than likely the result of poor choices. Seemingly insignificant choices can alter lives forever. Very difficult lesson to learn this way.

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  7. Lois ChristensenApril 17, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    I am so sorry to hear of your family's loss. Words cannot express my sympathy for you, your brother and of course his children. I pray the Lord will be with you as you travel and give you strength to go through the coming days. Let us know how everything goes, you'll be in prayers!

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  8. KarApril 17, 2009 at 9:20 AM

    Dear Becky, I am so sorry to hear about your family's loss. Know that we are thinking of you all and that prayers are being said for you all. Please be safe on your trip. Everyone is so precious. Take care and know that you are loved and appreciated. :)

    xxxxxx

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  9. MandyApril 17, 2009 at 9:37 AM

    I'm so sorry for you loss, Becky. How tragic. I'll keep your family in my prayers.

    Hugs,
    Mandy

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  10. NanaNor'sApril 17, 2009 at 10:24 AM

    Hello dear friend, Been praying continually for all of you. May His peace encompass each of you and may His love and mercy draw your loved ones closer.
    hugs.

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  11. Tami April 17, 2009 at 10:26 AM

    Awww....Becky so sorry!! I will be keeping all your family in my prayers! I pray that you have a safe travel there and back too.

    Big Hugs~T

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  12. Linda CApril 17, 2009 at 10:45 AM

    I am so sorry to hear of this tragedy in your family. Of course I will be praying for all of your family and for your travel.

    Powerful words about getting rid of what's not important and loving those around us in the now! Thanks for that.

    Take care dear friend,
    Hugs and more hugs,

    Linda C

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  13. ElenaApril 17, 2009 at 10:58 AM

    Dear Becky, I am so sorry for your family's loss. You will be in my prayers, dear friend. Lots of love, Elena

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  14. LiesaApril 17, 2009 at 10:58 AM

    OH BECKY, THIS IS TERRIBLE! I FEEL SO SORRY FOR YOUR BROTHER AND THE CHILDREN. HOW OLD ARE THE CHILDREN? EMAIL ME AND GIVE ME DETAILS IF YOU WANT TO.... I AM PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY, AND FOR SAFE TRAVEL FOR EVERYONE. GOD IS A GREAT COMFORTER. LOVE, LIESA

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  15. The Raggedy GirlApril 17, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    Becky:
    I am so sorry and it does make you stop and think at how very fragile life really is. Prayers for your family.

    From Roberta Anne--The Raggedy Girl

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  16. Lady KatherineApril 17, 2009 at 11:24 AM

    How sad for your brother and your family. I know it shall be hard for him and you all. Keeping you in my thoughts. Have a safe trip.

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  17. DebbieApril 17, 2009 at 11:47 AM

    Becky...I am sorry for your family's loss. I will be lifting you in prayer during this most diffucult time.

    love and prayers,
    Debbie

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  18. FeeBeeKayApril 17, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    Love and prayers to you and to all your family at this very tough time Becky. Hoping that you and those around you find strength and comfort from knowing that many people are thinking of you all and praying for you.

    Fiona x x

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  19. HeatherApril 17, 2009 at 3:08 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in our prayers.

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  20. Lilly's Home JournalApril 17, 2009 at 3:12 PM

    I am so sorry to hear this news. And, I appreciate your words of encouragement! I will be remembering your family in prayer.
    Hugs, Lilly

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  21. PATApril 17, 2009 at 4:32 PM

    I am so sorry to hear this, Becky. Thoughts and prayers with your brother and his family!!

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  22. the nightingaleApril 17, 2009 at 6:33 PM

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  23. 2 DogsApril 17, 2009 at 6:34 PM

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hugs

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  24. the nightingaleApril 17, 2009 at 6:35 PM

    Sorry to hear. I lost my mother and sister a little over a year ago tragically at separte times, but it still doesn't seem real to me today. Your words give me something to think on...

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  25. Susie HomemakerApril 17, 2009 at 6:57 PM

    Dear Becky,
    Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers...

    Blessings,
    Susie

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  26. MonicaApril 17, 2009 at 7:16 PM

    I am so sorry to hear this Becky. Your whole family will be in my prayers!

    Angels are always near to those who are grieving
    to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God.

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  27. SueApril 17, 2009 at 7:48 PM

    Becky,
    I am so sorry for your family's loss, please know that I will be praying for all of you!! I have been off the computer this week and thought I would check in on everyone tonight.... And I see this sad news, my heart just aches for you.
    Blessings,
    Sue

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  28. LisaShawApril 17, 2009 at 9:40 PM

    Becky I am so saddened to hear this and I pray for peace and comfort for your brother and the children and safe travels for all of you. May God's comfort surround all of you at this time.

    Your last paragraph is so POWERFULLY IMPORTANT. We just don't know when...

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  29. ToniApril 17, 2009 at 10:03 PM

    so sorry to hear this, we will be praying for all of you at this rough time.

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  30. janetApril 17, 2009 at 10:50 PM

    Becky, thank you so much for stopping by my blog and leaving such kind words ecspecially at a time when you were dealing with the loss of your Sil, you truly are a gem. Im sending many thoughts, hugs and prayers to you and all the family.
    hugs
    janet

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  31. Nancy YoakumApril 19, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    Oh Becky...so very sorry to hear your news. Especially when something is so unexpected. My thoughts are prayers are with you and your family.

    Blessings,
    Nancy

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  32. Heidi PocketbookApril 19, 2009 at 10:56 PM

    Oh my, what a tragedy! I'm so sorry to read of this--you'll all be in my thoughts and prayers.

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  33. Shari from Big Yellow FarmhouseApril 22, 2009 at 2:06 PM

    Oh, Becky, I am so sad to hear of your family's great loss. Will be praying for all of you.

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  34. The Painted NestApril 23, 2009 at 12:52 PM

    Good Word!!! Love your Blog!!! Will be back soon! Blessings, Deborah

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