Thursdays-closed 09/30

[lizzielou742]

To all of you - I'm so sorry for your losses.

[DJFyrewolf36]

Great Thread Richard!

Here's to you, Grandpa who passed three days after Christmas (almost two years ago now). You were a kind man forced to work really hard all your life. I'm glad I got the chance to tell you that I loved you. Im sorry you didn't see me get married, I know you always wanted to be a part of that. Don't work at the Bridge, Grandpa, you did enough of that here! Go out and fish, like you always said you did with your friends when you were younger.

I know this is kind of supposed to be about people but...

Here's to my RB pup Bandit a wolf/GSD cross. He passed when I was six because some one left open the gate and he got hit by a car. He let me ride him and was the most protective, loving dog I have ever seen. He never left my side from the time I was born. Play hard at the bridge Bandit, there have been a lot of pups sent your way lately. Make sure you show them around!

[lynnestankard]

Thanks Richard - this is a lovely idea - I've just lit a candle and send more {{{{Hugs}}}} to Laurie - and to everyone else who's rememberance is here.

In memory of my dear Dad who died December 24th 1980 - and left a huge hole in our lives. Still missing you Dad - I hope you can watch over the girls.

In memory of my dear Mum who died August 24th 2001 - we were with you Mum, but you didn't know it. Hoping you got to the Bridge and didn't detour on the way!

Lastly - to dear nephew David - you broke all our hearts sweetheart when you went on November 2nd 1990 - we were all looking forward to your wedding to Heather and the rest of your life. It wasn't to be.
I loved you from the day you were born until the day you died - and always. Love from Aunty Lynne xxx

[lovemyshiba]

To my grandfather:
I can hardly believe 10 years has gone by since I saw you. I can still here you whistling as you walked up onto the porch--always at dinnertime, and I can see you walking up to get your water, every day. I can remember how you used to scare us--taking your hands off the wheel while you were driving, and you were always the instigator when we got mischevious.
I love you, and miss you.

To Jack (my husband's father):
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting you, your spirit lives on in all of the stories I hear, and pictures I see. I know you are well loved by your family, and you were a wonderful man.

[slick]

To my step-brother Gilbert (Gibby):
We had the same great Dad but different Moms and you passed when I was 12 years old at the young age of 32. I don't remember much of you but what always stood out was your calming nature. You never seemed to be upset by much even when your kids and me were making one heck of a ruckus in your back yard playing. You always had a smile on your face I remember being very excited everytime Mom or Dad would say, "We're going to Gibby's for supper". I still have a picture of you in my apartment. For the past 6 months or so you've been on my mind alot and even crept into my dreams. Does this mean you are watching out for me? I hope so because we've got alot of catching up to do when I get there. I'm glad that you and Dad are together again. See you later.

To my family friend Doris:
You lived just up the lane from me and were Mom and Dad's friend but to me you became a big sister and second Mom all rolled into one. I remember the times when I was feeling down and I would run up the lane to talk. You always greeted me with a smile and a big hug and we'd talk and talk and talk it all out. I always wanted to be near you; maybe because I always wanted a sister or maybe because you listened and cared about what I had to say. You meant the world to me and I loved you very much. When I was 15 you got sick with cancer; I was an awkward teen and found other interests. I'm so ashamed than I never came to see you in the hospital. I think I was afraid of the reality; that you were dying and somehow not seeing you would make it all go away. Sadly you went away but the cancer didn't. When Mom told me the news I remember crying and crying for days. I pray that you have forgiven me and can hear my words when I say that I would give anything in the world to have you back here again. My only comfort is knowing that I will see you again in heaven. RIP Doris.

[leslie]

In our late teens we separated, my friend went away to college. I went to see her once at Iowa University. She came back home from time to time then one day- when I was 25 and so would she be soon (days), her family called me to tell me she had killed herself. How do we explain that to ourselves? On her record player, (a week had gone by before anyone bust into her apt- this is 1983) was "Tea For The Tillerman" over and over. She had swallowed a bottle of 250 aspirin. She bled to death through her stomach. We had so many good times. I dream of her at least once a week, I like to think of it of her "visiting" me. Even when it's a bad dream, it's ok, cuz it's a visit from Barb.

[shais_mom]

Oh what a nice thread. Tears are running down my cheeks but here I go:
Shaianne - my sweet grey baby, I miss you everyday and still get angry that I wasn't able to have you as long as I wanted. Thank you for sending me Keegan.
Grandpa - I feel as tho I neglected you, your stroke that you suffered definately took you away from us if not physically. Your decline of health and being in the home gave us as a family a way to cope with you being physically gone. It was hard to believe that you lived for almost a year after your stroke when you weren't supposed to live a week. I am so glad that I can remember you before the Alzheimers took over your mind and body. I am so glad that I was always the one designated to "Grandpa sit!"
Grandma Tippy - oh boy this might be too hard to say much.... I miss you everyday and think of you everyday. I cry for you at least once a week if not more. I had you for over 28 years and another 100 would not have been enough. Everytime I see a tiger lily or a lily of the valley I want to cry all over again. It has been almost 6 mos since you left us, and Dad has a hard time every month on the 5th. Being in the trailer is not the same without you being there. Keegan can't understand why you aren't there to give her cookies. How appropriate it was when you were in the hospital and you opened your eyes for me. You never opened them again for anyone. I think our bond is what made you open them for me. I always had you wrapped around my finger - and you were wrapped around my heart.
I love you.

[neko1]

To Grammy- your death was a complete shock to everyone. I can't believe it's been over 2 years already. I miss staying at your house, I miss seeing all of the junk food in your fridge and stored in the oven...I know who I get my eating habits from It was really hard for me not having you physically there at my wedding but I know you were watching over me.

To Brandon, my nephew-you were gone before you even had a chance..Brandon passed away a couple of hours after he was born. You would have been 12 years old now..your daddy still thinks of you and visits your grave often. And you now have a little sister, Emily, who is 2. Please watch over her and protect her.


I am so grateful to still have my mother. She is everything to me.

[Corinna]

To my still to be named grandbaby , We will get you a name soon, miss you and sorry you decided to early to arrive . We know God needed you for some other purpose, your mommy and daddy are still thinking of you and we are planning a remeberance service for you . At that time you wil be named. I hope you fufill you mission that you have been assigned. Grandma


I just talked to my daughter and they have named the little one Lee its a unisex name .

[lbaker]

It's a little after 1:30 am and after a few hours restless sleep I came here. Now I know why, in my stupor, I was drawn here. Thank you Richard, and thank you my family. Mom will be reading this and smiling with warmth and love for you all... my family and friends. Corinna, Lee is a lovely name. In friendship and love we laugh and cry, sometimes all at the same time. I just tried to call you Gini but couldn't find your number through the tears, probably just as well. The next week or so I'll probably just be walking into walls with arrangements and phone calls but that's as it should be. Dogs & cats here have been total velcro to me, and that's as it should be. I stop into PetTalk and find you here, and that's as it IS. Thank you. Phred, one of Mom's favorite passtimes of all was a good Bridge game. She loved to play cards and will welcome the partner!
Love always
All Ways

[slick]

Laurie: The love of family and friends can work miracles. I pray that you continue to draw strength from us and find comfort in knowing that this little community will always be here for you. Just yesterday morning when I was driving into the work I was thinking about you and wishing I could take away some of the pain you are feeling. Next thing you know I've got tears streaming down my face. I know there is nothing I can do or say that will give you peace. The only words that come to mind are I love you.

To Laurie's Mom:
I never knew you but have seen glimpses of you through Laurie. From what I hear you were a wonderful person who loved life and lived it to the fullest. I want to thank you for giving us Laurie. She's a joy to know and a very special person, but I guess you already know that. Please continue to watch over her and the rest of your family, and in the darkness of the night, please rest your hand on her forehead and tell her that everything is going to be OK, then give her a big hug from Sister Slick. RIP Mom and enjoy the card game. I'm looking forward to meeting you when my ride here on earth is over.

slick
xoxo

Hey Grams: White Rabbits!! You always use to say this on the first day of every month believing that it would bring good luck. May October bring NO further deaths, illnesses or heartache.

[RICHARD]

Originally posted by slick


Hey Grams: White Rabbits!! You always use to say this on the first day of every month believing that it would bring good luck. May October bring NO further deaths, illnesses or heartache.

AMEN!

[carole]

To my beloved adopted Uncle Joe, who left us sadly after a long battle with Lung Cancer, over 13 years ago, you will always be in my heart, a simple man who never cared for material things, but had a heart of gold, I still miss you.

To my Auntie Kate, who I only ever met the one time when you visited us in NZ about 4 years ago, a very beautiful lady inside and out,with whom I felt close and a special connection, to this day none of us will know why you chose to take your own life, and we know you never wanted to leave us all, but felt you had no choice, oneday we will meet again.

To my mother n law Nancy, a dear old lady,who left us three years ago after a long battle with lymphatic cancer, someone who was very different in her approach to life, someone who I admired and respected, you did marvellous things in your life, like back-packing in Europe in your 60's, your love of music, your caring for others and even though you and I were very different, we had a good relationship, your little eccentric ways are missed by us all , especially your son Stephen.

[molucass]

To my Uncle Mike:
Uncle Mike, you were a great man, and I know that I will never forget you.. You passed on to be with the lord just a little over 2 weeks ago. I know that I will never be the same. You left a huge impact on everyone who knew you, and I hope you are up there flying and having a grand time. You always had a nice thing to say about everyone, and always had a smile on your face.. Thank you Uncle Mike for all that you did. I love you.

To my Mamaw:
Last year on October 27th, I stayed with you in your room all day, and was there with you as you took your final breath. I will never forget that day.
I always enjoyed coming up to the nursing home and bringing Annie to see you. She enjoyed laying in the bed with you while you were petting her just as much as you enjoyed her being there.
I'm so glad that you were able to see Eden before you passed away. I know how much that meant to you, and I will forever cherish the picture I have of you and her the day we brought her home from the hospital.
I miss you so much and will never forget you.. You truly made the world a better place and I think of you often. It's just not the same without going to visit you every day.. I think in your honor I will go to the nursing home this year on October 27th and ask to say a prayer with the residents in memory of you... Rest in Peace Mamaw.

[moosmom]

Here's to my Mom, Joanne, who passed away 31 years ago October 10th from lung cancer at the age of 44. To my Dad, who was my mentor, who passed away 7 years ago August 16th.

To my Bumpy George (maternal grandfather) who passed away a week before Christmas, 1973, 2 months after my Mom passed. He died from burns sustained in our house fire.

The ache and hole that is in my heart will never go away and Christmas will never EVER be the same.