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Stephanie · **Posted:** Tue Jan 18, 2011 5:52 pm

On January 2nd my father fell asleep in death. He had many health issues,
and had not been well for several years. No matter the circumstances of any death, the loss is still great. Prayers needed to get thru this, as Iam at a loss and overwhelmed with feelings.

RosieA · **Posted:** Tue Jan 18, 2011 6:10 pm

Stephanie, I'm so sorry. You're right. No matter what the circumstances of a death, the loss is still great. And now, several weeks after your loss, after others have gone back to their lives, your reality sets in...

My heart goes out to you. I remember what it was like when my dad died...

Prayers for you and your family...

DonnaD · Molly-Tan/Black - 3/11/2010

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go thru this difficult time.

kozfam · Austin Red/Buff October 21, 2009 -

I am so sorry for your loss healing prayers for you and your family.

may holly · **Posted:** Tue Jan 18, 2011 6:33 pm

Stephanie I am so sorry for your loss. The death of a parent is one of the most traumatic things that a person can suffer. I know the feeling. Years after my mother died I read this poem that I know it will have helped me if I had it then.
"When I Must Leave You"

When I must leave you for
a little while
Please do not grieve and shed
wild tears
And hug your sorrow to you
through the years
But start out bravely with
a galant smile;
And for my sake and in my
name live on and do all things
the same, Feed not your loneliness
on empty days,
But fill each waking hour
in useful ways,
Reach out your hand in comfort
and in cheer
And I in turn will comfort you
and hold you near;
And never, never be
afraid to die,
For I am waiting for
you in the sky!

Em Mease · Black Lab (1/2/03)

HUGE prayers being sent your way :hp

Terry T. · **Posted:** Tue Jan 18, 2011 7:48 pm

Stephanie, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers for strength. You will get through this.

marsha o · **Joined:** Sat Sep 11, 2010 8:07 am **Posts:** 1668

may holly wrote:

Stephanie I am so sorry for your loss. The death of a parent is one of the most traumatic things that a person can suffer. I know the feeling. Years after my mother died I read this poem that I know it will have helped me if I had it then.
"When I Must Leave You"

When I must leave you for
a little while
Please do not grieve and shed
wild tears
And hug your sorrow to you
through the years
But start out bravely with
a galant smile;
And for my sake and in my
name live on and do all things
the same, Feed not your loneliness
on empty days,
But fill each waking hour
in useful ways,
Reach out your hand in comfort
and in cheer
And I in turn will comfort you
and hold you near;
And never, never be
afraid to die,
For I am waiting for
you in the sky!

A beautiful poem which I know will help. I know it would have helped me and it actually does now when I am reading it.
Lots of prayers to soothe the heart. Hugs and love sent to you.

:hp

Marsha

Sharon Chadwick · **Posted:** Tue Jan 18, 2011 9:30 pm

Oh I am so sorry for the loss of your Father. Sending you lots of prayers that some day you will be able to find comfort in the wonderful memories that you shared with him. Hugs to you and your family. :hp

Stephen · **Joined:** Sat Sep 11, 2010 3:49 am **Posts:** 2661

Stephanie, think of the good times and hold them dear... :hp

...Yeah, there were probably difficult times as well, consider those times learning experiences... :paw

Vicky & Charlie · Charlie - buff male (06/26/2009)

I am very sorry to hear about your loss. This is a very difficult thing to go through. Sending you my prayers as well :hp

Vickie · **Posted:** Wed Jan 19, 2011 7:42 am

I am sorry for your loss. When I lost my Dad only about 4 years ago someone said to me "well he had been sick a while". I remember saying it didn't matter, when I was with him I was still 5 years old and he was the most important man in my life. Please accept my condolences.

Susan in PA · **Joined:** Sun Sep 12, 2010 10:14 am **Posts:** 311

Stephanie, my prayers go out to you and your family.

KLADCkrs · **Posted:** Wed Jan 19, 2011 8:50 am

Stephanie, my thoughts and prayers are with you . . . I can't imagine losing a parent :hp

I wish you fond memories and eventually, peace.

Vegasnine · **Wookie-3/23/10-Chocolate boy**

Stephanie, very sorry for your loss :cry

Deborah · **Joined:** Sat Sep 11, 2010 9:27 am **Posts:** 1649

So sorry for your loss. Hold those special memories close to your heart and let them slowly heal your pain.

Sally B. · **Joined:** Mon Sep 13, 2010 6:13 pm **Posts:** 722

Stephanie, I am so sorry to hear about your father's passing. It is a very difficult thing to come to grips with. My mom passed away 9 months before my dad after 65 years of marriage. I have always felt he needed to be with my mom as I knew how much he missed her. May happy memories of times together help ease the pain of loss. :hp

Jackie H · **Joined:** Sun Sep 12, 2010 2:31 pm **Posts:** 1541

Stephanie, I am so very sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is very difficult and I will never forget the day I lost my mom.

In time the fond memories will replace more and more of the pain and you will find peace. In the mean time, I will hold you and your famiy in my thoughts and prayers.

MJ Watt · **Joined:** Fri Sep 10, 2010 9:28 pm **Posts:** 1387

You have my sympathy. May your dear memories bring you comfort.

:hp

Stephanie · **Posted:** Wed Jan 19, 2011 9:45 pm

Thank you all for your kind words of encouragement. Some days are good some days are bad, crying for no reason (oh ya, I do have a reason). So many memories keep rushing in, its hard to sort it all out. I didn't know if this was the place to talk about such a serious matter, but somehow it
has helped to get it out. So many great people here, Thanks again!
Stephanie

Do your puppy's know when something is wrong? My Sambuca seems to be
extra sticky velcro dog lately, thats a good thing, I need her now!

RosieA · **Posted:** Wed Jan 19, 2011 11:04 pm

Stephanie, yes, this is the right place for this. It's one of the hardest times of your life, and many of us have been there. We understand and care. And yes, you certainly do have a reason to cry 'for no reason' on some days!

Sometimes it helps with the memories to write them down. That way you'll have them and can sort through them later... It can all feel so overwhelming, with the memories popping up, while your emotions are still so raw. It takes time to heal, but someday your memories will make you smile and feel warm inside. Mine do, now, but at the time, I thought I'd never stop crying...

Sounds like Sambuca knows, alright. Many of us have sensitive pups, like that... Hold her close and let her catch your tears...

Continued prayers...

Lisa R · **Posted:** Thu Jan 20, 2011 8:29 am

Stephanie,

I'm so sorry for your loss! It's always hard to lose someone you know, but espeically hard to lose a parent. So many times I wish I could ask my Mom something .. then I remember she is gone. I can't mend your hurting heart... but I can pray that God fills it with His comfort and peace. :hp

marg · **Joined:** Tue Dec 28, 2010 3:46 pm **Posts:** 119

Stephanie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Unfortunately, I lost my Daddy in October. He died in his sleep in the early evening, the day before my birthday.
He also had been seriously ill for several years. I am glad he is at peace and
not struggling and in pain any longer. But, to be blunt, it sucks beyond belief!

I have no good advice as I struggle with the loss daily. It does get a little easier day by day, to keep going, so try to hang in there the best you are able.

Feel free to pm me if you'd like.

Hugs,
margaret

Michelle Olsen · **Posted:** Sat Jan 22, 2011 10:21 pm

I am so sorry to hear about your father Stephanie. You will have a lot of emotions, and sadness, but I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Sambuca is helping you in the only way she knows how....by trying to guard your heart and loving you extra, extra much. Good dog Sambuca.

Vicki · **Posted:** Mon Jan 24, 2011 4:11 pm

Stephanie,
I am so sorry for your loss. I just read this on here and can tell how heartbroken you are.
I hope the pain of your loss is eased some in knowing that the members here on the forum will have you
in their prayers and most sincere thoughts.
I know they have helped me when I've gone through struggles.
Sincerely,
Vicki

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