grief for my dear friend whom I shall miss so much, or joy that her pain is finally over. Lindy passed last night, shortly before midnight, with Jerry and their four boys at her side. I will always be sorry that when she wanted me to come out and see her a month ago, I was too sick to travel. We shared so many memories of our college "growing up" times together by email, but I still wanted to just be with her one more time. We had been making plans for me to go out the last week in August, but now that's not to be. Please tell your family and friends how much you love them, because you just never know what the future can hold. Thank you.
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Posted 2 years ago by paulajeanne #
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PJ - I know exactly how you feel this morning - having gone through the illness and death of a good friend in April. It was so hard to be 2000 miles away from her and her husband the whole short time (around 6 months) from diagnosis to her passing but I know she is no longer suffering and while it still hurts, I am glad she is no longer in pain. Prayers for you and your friends family.
Posted 2 years ago by KarenCentennial #
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My care & sympathy for you PJ at this time. Recently a friend from my early 20's passed away. We alway stayed in touch by mail and said we would get together like old times but something always seemed to come up! I guess the want to do it surpasses the reality of actually doing it! At least the time/mode shared is what matters most. I agree it is never the wrong time to tell someone you care about them!
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((PJ)) I know the feeling of the sadness and yet some relief. I felt the same when my mom passed. The suffering was over, yet I missed her terribly. I am so sorry you have lost such a dear friend. You and Lindy's family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Posted 2 years ago by cricketsmama #
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Thank you all. I'm grateful for your shared understanding.
Posted 2 years ago by paulajeanne #
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PJ...I'm so sorry. I fear the distances between me and my loved ones. Everyone gets so far away. I'm sorry you couldn't see your good friend one more time but nothing and no one will take away the wonderful memories of what you shared together. *going to call loved ones* ((((PJ))))
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I'm so sorry PJ. Parents insisted on a family reunion in 2003 in the form of a cruise to Bermuda. Gave lots of notice and paid for much of it. They preferred to spend money on us while they were still around. I can still see them, looking so proud while their children, spouses and grandchildren had a ball! We have so many memories. Hubby and I were all alone on a deck admiring the starlit sky when some old couple came out with the same intention. Yep, it was my parents! (I SOOO want to be like them when I grow up!) Dad died in late 2004. Whether it be a bbq, a phone call, or a cruise, don't talk about it - do it!
{{{PJ}}} I'm very sorry your August trip is not to be. I guess I take for granted my very good friend from when we were kids wound up marrying a guy who lives up this way so she's not very far. I will give her a call and we'll do lunch or just hang out and have a beer. I'll quietly give thanks to this friend who stuck with me thru...a lot.Posted 2 years ago by JoanfromNewJersey #
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Thanks, Joan. You are so right, don't put off impulses like that. I'm so glad your folks got to enjoy the cruise. Like spending time with your children, I've always liked the saying I've seen on a piece of needlework, "Your children won't remember how clean your house was, but will the time you spent with them"
Posted 2 years ago by paulajeanne #
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PJ, I am so sorry for the loss of such a special friend. And I know that Lindy would have known how much you had wanted to come, and you mustn't feel guilty about that. A friend is such a special gift and I know that your memories of Lindy will last forever.
Many hugs.
Posted 2 years ago by WillowandWindismom #
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I'm so sorry-you will feel both--it's normal.
Posted 2 years ago by Sheba's Mom in Phoenix, AZ 10/8 #
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*hugs*
Posted 2 years ago by owlwatcher_974 #
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My heart goes out to you for your loss, and to her family.
(((PJ)))Posted 2 years ago by Tigerlilly #
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I'm sorry PJ {{{hugs}}}
Posted 2 years ago by MadcatwomanintheUK #
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PJ, I am so sorry for the loss of your friend, and I know exactly how you feel--When my son was burned SO badly, I didn't know whether to prayer for his life with healing or whether I should just let him go--I finally prayed for God's will to be done. My son is alive, well and optimistic today, even tho' he has so much in front of him--today for the first time in 1 year and 9 months I saw him without any bandages so it wasn't my choice to make. Maybe the Lord needed her more with Him than anyone on this earth did. I pray for peace for you and her family. Blessings my friend.
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So sorry to hear of your loss. It's always hard to lose a friend because part of our life goes with them. Praying for peace and healing for you and her family.
Posted 2 years ago by GizzysAuntie #
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PJ I am so sorry for your loss. I know that you were with her in spirit, but it isn't the same when you want another moment. Please always know that she knew how much you loved her. Although it doesn't really help the grief you are feeling, she is in a better place and is pain free. She loves you and will always be with you in your heart. Prayers of peace and comfort to you.
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I'm sorry for your loss, PJ. {{{hugs}}}
Posted 2 years ago by Kitten Whisperer #
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So sorry for your loss PJ. She wouldn't want you to feel guilty - she'd want you remembering the good times you had and your friendship.
Posted 2 years ago by KapitiKats in NZ #
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{{{hugs PJ}}}
Posted 2 years ago by AZDEBRA 5/27 & crew #
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Pj, my deepest condolences in the loss of your friend. I wish comfort and peace to the family and yourself as you deal with your friends passing. (HUGS)
Posted 2 years ago by Lynn from PA 6/8 #
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(((((((Paula Jeanne)))))))) I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost a close friend about 18 months ago and I miss her terribly. I, too was glad that her suffering had ended. I saw her often and it still wasn't enough--I wish I had called her that one last time.
Posted 2 years ago by Cat talk rules #
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Thank you all for your kind understanding. I love my TDK family.
Posted 2 years ago by paulajeanne #
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((((((PJ)))))))
Posted 2 years ago by tinafishfrombirthplaceofElvis #
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I am sorry for your loss, PJ. Sending you some hugs.
Posted 2 years ago by SylMiaFelixMomma #
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((PJ))
PaulaJeanne you have my sympathy, prayers and hugs. I understand why you feel the way you do. And you are right, always let your family and friends know what they mean to you.
Much love to you, honey
HM
Posted 2 years ago by HuddysMama #
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