Diane,

Sorry to hear about your Dad. Draw your strength from
God, friends and loved ones to help you through this sad time.

Many hugs for you at this difficult time. We're here to listen whenever you need us.

You are in my thoughts, dr.

Kathi's poem is beautiful. Think on those things.

And remember the huge difference you made in his life by being there through the years. You have much to proud of. You made his life so much more than it would have been without you in it. That makes a huge difference. Believe me, I know this to be true.

Well, the funeral was beautiful. How many 89 yr olds do you know who have 250 people at their funeral? That is how special he was. The tributes to him would have made him uncomfortable but funerals are for those left behind. He did not like for people to make a fuss over him. It was great to see my family and extended family.

The only thing that bothered me the whole weekend was that because of my ex and his shenanigans, I could not afford to fly my boys and DIL in for the funeral. I worried about my sons throughout the day and how they were coping. They spent a lot of time with him throughout the years and felt a closeness with him. When he passed away Wed. night, neither of my sons could speak and they were in tears. It is so hard trying to be their Mom and Dad both and you hope you are able to pull that off. Then of course, God provides! The Church teens in Idaho Falls decided it would be a group effort to keep Ryan busy all day and my DIL made it her business to keep Jordan busy, getting ready for baby. That was so helpful to me. They both texted throughout the day to make sure I was OK and they seemed to be good. Grandpa was very proud of them.

I remember when my grandmother died in 1991. She was 94. almost all of her friends were already dead. We thought it would be a simple ceremony. Guess what? The large church was full. (guessing 350 people) It is the mark of a person to have that many people at a funeral, especially these days. I would suggest that you are the wonderful person you are, in part because of your father. Others in that church would have known the same, wonderful person. You are truly blessed.

However, as to your sons and no funds, there's another reason to bring you back down to earth in the knowledge that in your old life, this wouldn't have happened. You were robbed again.

I'm sure you can find the words and the feelings to get over this, but it's not right, it wasn't right but it will be again soon. You could, have needed, might have wanted, major hugs and support today, but it's good that others looked after your kids.

Dianne, it's so not right for you to go through this without your family, when others have everyone. But we all here are in the same boat and you are contented and that's the main thing. Hugs from over the Pacific Ocean. We are all here in spirit.

Good to hear Drexti - it's so very hard isn't it? I'm glad there were angels around to help your kids through that day. Many hugs to you!

I am so sorry for your loss , may his soul rest in peace, god bless
p

I am so sorry. I know how it feels. My mother, father and brother died. I have the ship model my dad made on my mantel with his picture next to it and that is a comfort to me. I know how hard it is, but you can get through it. The stages of grieving are the same for a death, divorce or debilitating illness. They helped me get through each and I hope it will help you.

Lynne

Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Maggie

So sorry for your loss. I lost my mom four years ago. I completely understand. Hugs