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   My cousin Lynn called a few hours ago. Our other cousin, Cathy, was killed last night when her vehicle went out of control and hit a guard rail. She was thrown from the car and died instantly.

   Please pray for Cathy, her two daughters, and her grandchildren, but mostly please pray for Virginia, Cathy's mother. My Aunt Virginia and her husband had two children, a boy and a girl. The boy, my cousin Denny, was found murdered in Central Park in 1990, and no one was ever accused or found, and the case went cold a long time ago. Uncle Carl, Virginia's husband, died after Denny died.

   Now, Virginia has lost her only other child.

   Please pray for my Aunt Virginia. She lives very far away from me, so I can't be there with her. And she is losing her mind from grief and shock. Please, please pray for her.

   My late husband's father passed away several weeks ago, Cathy is gone, and this month is the fifth anniversary of the death of my darling husband.

   This is not the best of times, my loves.

   Posted 3 years ago by Emma #

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   Oh Emma, this is so tragic. We get caught up in our own problems and forget about the suffering others go through. My prayers for you and your family. I am so sorry.

   Posted 3 years ago by petpntr #

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   Emma, you are so good at encouraging everyone else, I wish I had the gift to do the same for you. I will continue to lift you and your family up in prayer. Even though you can't be there in person for your aunt, I know that you will be able to offer her comfort and support.

   Posted 3 years ago by NNGM #

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   Emma, of course you have my prayers,and all the positive thoughts I have for you and your family especially your Aunt. My heart goes out to that poor woman who has seen so much pain and loss. It also goes out to you precious Emma with the losses you have had as well. Just know we are here for you. ((EMMA))

   Posted 3 years ago by cricketsmama #

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   Oh my! Emma I'm so sorry to hear about Cathy and all that you and your family are going through. I also wish I had your ability to comfort you as you do others.You and your family are in my prayers. {{{Emma}}}

   Posted 3 years ago by Buttercup #

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   Oh Emma, to have so much bad news is a terrible thing indeed. Prayers are coming your way and for your family too. {{EMMA}}

   Posted 3 years ago by SammyandOliversmama #

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   I send my prayers and good wishes to Cathy and her family - especially to her poor mother.

   Posted 3 years ago by miu #

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   I called Aunt Virginia and she barely knew who I was. Then she started crying, "How could God take both of them? And Carl? How?"

   All I could say is "I am so sorry" and "I am praying for all of you." Saying those two phrases to an old lady who has lost everything in the world that meant anything to her.

   And what can I think but "Blessed be the name of the Lord." He gives and He takes and He loves completely, but sometimes it is just so hard. My faith in God never wavers, and I try not to flinch too much from my own trials.

   But this is my Aunt Virgina, who has lost her last child. Eighty years old. And she told me, "I've lived too long."

   My heart is breaking for her. Please keep her in your prayers tonight. She sounds so lost, like a voice from a ruined city.

   Posted 3 years ago by Emma #

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   *unable to think of what to say... simply offers hugs and lots of prayers for both you and Virginia*

   Posted 3 years ago by owlwatcher_974 #

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    I have heard that voice too Emma when my own mother asked why she was still alive and all her family was gone(mother, father, sister). I will say an extra prayer just for your Aunt Virginia. Does she have anyone around her to help her through this horrible time?

    Posted 3 years ago by cricketsmama #

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    Oh Emma, so, so sorry to hear this news. Have prayed for your Aunt and her for your cousin, but prayers will be said all day for your Aunt. That is devastating and she will need a lot of support. Does she have anyone around her for help? What state does she live in? Is she alone or in a home or with family? And my dear, prayers for you, too, and all affected in this tragedy.

    Posted 3 years ago by Jetta and Boo Boo's Mom #

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    *returning after regaining her composure and saying prayers for Virginia and for Emma*

    Emma,
    You truly are an inspiration. Even when you are going through rough times and are hurting, you still have such incredible strength. I am ashamed to admit that the last thing I think when I am hurting is, "Blessed be the name of the Lord."

    Just shows how much I have to learn and how much I need to grow. Thank you for a much needed lesson and reminder of where my faith should be.

    *hugs*

    Posted 3 years ago by owlwatcher_974 #

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    My heartfelt prayers for your Aunt Virgina and you. I wish I could console you with words as wise as you offer to all of us. Indeed, the Lord will let us abide with Him at all times, but especially in times of sorrow. I am so glad to know that you walk with Him. {{HUGS}}

    Posted 3 years ago by Shelley #

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    My aunt lives with, lived with Cathy, and Cathy's live-in boyfriend of the past 20 years. Cathy's kids and grandkids lived with them -- their house is huge -- and my aunt had an apartment off to one side of the house that she had built for herself.

    Aunt Virginia will have her physical needs taken care of, so at least that is some consolation.

    But Cathy meant the world to her, especially after she lost both her son and her husband.

    Cathy was irreverent, bossy, pushy, loving, hilarious -- a New Jersey girl with a loud mouth and a wicked sense of humor. I wish I had known her better, but years and time and space divided us, with her living so far away. I always hoped I would see her again, some day.

    Posted 3 years ago by Emma #

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    I'm so sorry for this news, Emma. You and your Aunt Virginia are in my prayers.

    Posted 3 years ago by Kitten Whisperer #

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    Glad to know that she has people around her. yes, I understand what you are saying, that her physical needs will be taken care of. I hope that her spiritual and emotional needs will be met. I pray that she will feel the prayers and strength being sent to her. I cannot even begin to know how she is feeling. That has to be any parents worst nightmare, no matter the age. My mom, bless her soul (she died in July) always said "from the cradle to the grave, you can never understand a mother's love." And I'm sure she included dads in there, too. It is not the natural order of things and never will be. I will be offering up my work today for her, and you, and the whole family.

    Posted 3 years ago by Jetta and Boo Boo's Mom #

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    Thank you, Lainey. Once I asked my dad when he stopped worrying about us. He said, "I'll stop worrying about ten minutes after they close my casket."

    I was the one who closed his casket for the last time.

    And thanks all of you for your prayers. My aunt surely needs them today!

    Posted 3 years ago by Emma #

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    Sending healing energy to your aunt. I can't believe how some have the strength to carry on when tragedy after tragedy strikes. And to lose a child is the biggest tragedy of them all.
    Peace, hugs and purrs.

    Posted 3 years ago by artistabobbi TX 1/17 #

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    Emma, My prayers and thoughts are rushing to you. You have been so supportive and helpful to me. I wish I could ease the pain. I know that it is so very hard. Both of my parents are gone. My mom for over 21 years and my dad for just 6. I still miss them, especially my dad. We were so very close. Your Aunt Virginia will be in my heart as will you.

    Posted 3 years ago by Puddytat #

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    Oh Emma,I'm so sorry to hear such news. My Prayers go out to Cathy & her family left behind & a very Special HUG for sweet Virginia. That's just awful for one person to experience such loss. Healing white light to her & for You.

    Posted 3 years ago by feral #

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    Oh Emma...more tragedy finds it's way to our doorstep. This is very sad. Your cousin Cathy, and Aunt Virginia sound like they were wonderful people. Your dear Aunt has been through so much. I'm so so sorry. Sending prayers that Cathy is peacefully watching over her daughters and grandchildren, and for strength to find it's way to Aunt Virginia's grieving heart.

    Posted 3 years ago by Karenopa #

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    Emma my faith is like yours in many ways. Although there are times when I can't help screaming why? I am so very sorry for your aunt and the entire family. My prayers of understanding and comfort to you and especially to your Aunt Virginia. You are loved. God's peace be with you.

    Posted 3 years ago by SoxsMom #

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    Oh Emma, I'm so sorry. My prayers for you and your family. I know how hard it is to be to far away from people you care about when they are going through such hard times. I wish I could be with you to give you a hug.

    Posted 3 years ago by Cat talk rules #

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    Prayers for your aunt Virginia. I can't begin to imagine her sorrow, but pray the Lord will send her peace. There are times when one does question why, why? And it is hard to find answers. Hugs for you too, dear Emma.

    Posted 3 years ago by paulajeanne #

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    Sweet Emma, there's nobody warmer or more comforting than you. Your Aunt Virginia is blessed to have you to lean on, and I'll do my very best to back you up, so you can support her at this dark time. How very bleak life must feel to her.

    Words, actions, everything fails at times like these. Everything but the love of our Creator, who actually grieves with us. I will pray for your comfort, and for your aunt's. Please feel my arms around you. I am there.

    Posted 3 years ago by lisaeylau #

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    Emma, my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I send my deepest condolences for all of you. Hugs, Lynn

    Posted 3 years ago by Lynn from PA 6/8 #

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    Emma, I am so, so sorry to hear this. Some poor people seem to have so much tragedy heaped on them that it is unendurable. To lose both of your children in such a way would surely be unbearable -- and to suffer so much at 80 years old, one just has to ask, why? Your poor poor aunt Virginia, and of course you are sharing her grief at the loss of a much-loved family member. Thank God that your aunt has her grandchildren and great grandchildren around her. You will both be in my thoughts and I wish I could send comfort. {{{Hugs}}} to you all.

    Posted 3 years ago by jcat #

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    Emma, I have no words, and others have said what I wish I could more eloquently than I would. I hope that your aunt finds some peace and comfort in her remaining family.

    Posted 3 years ago by Kilroy #

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    I'm so sorry Emma, what a tragedy for your family. My thoughts are with you, your cousin Lynn and of course your Aunt Virginnia {{hugs}}

    Posted 3 years ago by MadcatwomanintheUK #

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    Dear God, please cradle and comfort Virginia. My deepest sympathies...I just don't know why such terrible things happen.

    Posted 3 years ago by Tigerlilly #

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