It is such a small thing to be able to do, but I lit a candle for Terri.
TDK family, what can we do as a group to leave a memorial for Terri?
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Our Terri--BCAM passed away tonight
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Posted 2 years ago by WillowandWindismom #
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Oh gooodness. I logged on this morning and saw this thread. How fragile and precious is life, and our friendships. I'd received some email from Terri about photos on the web in the last couple of weeks but I couldn't see them.
What a shock. I mourn with all of you, my TDK family, and my heart goes out to John at this awful time.
I love you, my friends. I never want you to think you're ever alone.. I'm always thinking of you and how much I enjoy this site.
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I just found an email telling me to check TDK. I am shocked a deeply saddened by this news. John, you have my sincerest sympathy. There are no words to take away your pain, so I will remain silent.
Posted 2 years ago by Pollys_Mum_in_UK_2605 #
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Do not stand at my grave and forever weep.
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn’s rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and forever cry.
I am not there. I did not die.Posted 2 years ago by Pollys_Mum_in_UK_2605 #
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PM, that is the poem we used at my dad's funeral. It always makes me cry, thanks for posting it. It reminds us we are not really "alone", our loved one has gone on to a greater place.
Posted 2 years ago by mollycat71 #
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I'm stunned beyond words and sobbing as I post this. Terri was a wonderful person. I had been trying to reach her just last week and never got a chance to talk to her. She and I had talked several times over the last year or so. She was one of the first people who called me after Hurricane Ike. I'll never forget how shocked I was (that was the first time I'd ever talked to her). Since that time we'd chat often over the phone. She was a lovely, sweet person and I'll miss her so very much. At least now she and Andy are together again, I know she loved him so much and was devastated when he had to go to The Bridge. Rest in peace, my sweet, sweet friend. I'll always keep you in my heart. Oh God, I'm so hurt over this. John, you were very lucky to have Terri, but I know you know that. I'm sorry for you and my heart is breaking for you. I don't know what else to say.
Posted 2 years ago by HuddysMama #
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Death is nothing at all
I have only slipped away into the next room
I am I, and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other
That we still are.Call me by my old familiar name
Speak to me in the easy way which you always used
Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes
We enjoyed together.Play, smile, think of me, pray for me,
Let my name be ever the household word that
It always was.Let it be spoken without effort,
Without the trace of a shadow on it.
Life means all that it ever meant
It is the same as it ever was
There is absolutely unbroken continuity.Why should I be out of mind because I am
Out of sight? I am but waiting for you
For an interval
Somewhere very near
Just around the corner .
All is well.Canon Henry Scott Holland (1847-1918)
Posted 2 years ago by Pollys_Mum_in_UK_2605 #
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(((HM)))
Don't know if this'll work, but this is a pictures from our Florida meet last year. John and Terri are on the left, top row:
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=68327&l=bfd64dfd57&id=1053568882 -
Lovely poem, PM. I had not read that one but will certainly keep it. Thank you for sharing such beautiful words.
Posted 2 years ago by WillowandWindismom #
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Oh no..I'm just catching up. John I am so sorry. Terri was such a wonderful person. When I was a having a hard time a little over a year ago, she was the first to send emails of support and a even a phone call. We have lost another beloved member of our family.
Posted 2 years ago by Crazycatman - CA #
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I just logged on and saw this horrible news....regrettingly, I did not know Terri, but she was a part of the TDK family and close to alot of you. I feel very saddened by yet another loss. I pray for her husband, John, that he will find strength and peace, and for all her family and friends.
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GD, thanks for posting that picture! Not having known Terri personally it is nice to see what she looked like. Her and John look like such nice people, such YOUNG nice people. It breaks my heart to see that one so young is lost so soon. I am crying and I didn't even know her personally. TDK is full of such wonderful people, people I feel Blessed to know! ((((JOHN))))
Posted 2 years ago by mollycat71 #
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It's not often that I'm at a loss for words--I am right now. {{{John}}}
Posted 2 years ago by FondaHonda #
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What horrible news to awaken to. Our TDK Family has lost a long-time beautiful,caring soul who will be sorely missed!. I just can't believe we've lost,yet another loving person such as Terri. God's speed Terri.
John...I am so deeply sorry for your loss. You & Terri have been such an important part of our Family. Please know that my arms are wrapped around you in spirit during this most difficult time. Terri was so loved here. And you are also. My Prayers to You!
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I'm speechless.....The Heavens welcomed someone so special on this night. Dear John I can't tell you how heartbroken I am for your loss. Terri was beautiful and unique and I can't imagine how broken you must be feeling. Sending you prayers for strength and courage. {{{John}}}
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GD, I was also thinking about Terri and the TDK fund. I wonder if we could work to set something up in her name. Maybe something that incorporates little Andy too, who she loved so much. For now, I am concentrating my thoughts and prayers on John. I can't imagine how hard this is for him.
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What terrible, shocking news to log in to. I can only begin to guess at John's shock and devastation. I hope he reads this thread sometime (I'm sure he used to post himself didn't he?) and take much comfort from the wonderful tributes to and poems for Terri, one of TDK's foundation stones. She will be very much missed.
Posted 2 years ago by MadcatwomanintheUK #
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I want to add a line to Do not stand by my grave and weep!
I am the kittens purr!
We will miss tou Terri!
Till we meet again!Posted 2 years ago by 3 kits staff #
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I agree! What can we do? Pollys mum, thanks for the wonderful poem. I never directly spoke with Terri but she was so supportive when I was crazy with worry about Wilbur. She always had a kind word and lots of caring hugs. Why do we have to say goodbye to the truly wonderful one? I can't think about it. I'm sure there is a much bigger plan but it just hurts. Hugs to all of my TDK family. I know that many of us are single and it is so nice to know that everyone here cares about us. To John..you will be in my prayers and my thoughts in the days to come.
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Maybe we can set something up at the place she got Ginger at.
Posted 2 years ago by cricketsmama #
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OMG OMG OMG!!!!!!! I can't believe this! I'm so sorry for John and her parents and her kitties and US! I have really missed her also. I spoke with her when she had that scary episode in Dec 07 (?) and John was away. She was so sweet. Godspeed Terri. Take care of her Renee!
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I am now just seeing this. Like many others I am at a loss for words. I am sending prayers for Terri's family and all the others who are left behind that are having to bare this pain and sorrow. May they find comfort in knowing that Terri was a kind and caring person. I am glad that Ginger got to spend at least some time with her and experience more love than she probably has ever known in her life. I can see Terri and Andy now sitting in a beautiful field of flowers by the bridge playing. John...I am so sorry for your loss.
Posted 2 years ago by ILoveMyCats #
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I am slso shocked and saddened. I, too, am thankful that Terri was a part of TDK. I am so very sorry. CM, John, and to all of us at TDK I am sending energy of peace, strength, and comfort.
Peace, hugs and purrs to all. Another sad day in TDKland.Posted 2 years ago by artistabobbi TX 1/17 #
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