The apple of my eye is in the sunset of his life. For the last 94 years my Dad has made this world a more beautiful place. This is the time I have feared since I was a little girl.
We have been sitting with him 24/7's for the last few weeks. Today the Doc ordered hospice. Dad is ready to go "Home", as a matter of fact he is praying for it. He asked me three years ago how I would feel if he prayed for this when the time comes, because he felt the time was near.
Please pray that God will give us the gift of wisdom and of peace as Dad's twilight approaches. The love he has shared with us shall remain on this earth after he is gone.
Thank you and I love you all.
Posted by Bob Stephens (Member # 858) on :
Kathy, sometimes the end is a far better place than the now...Your dad has earned his peace. I wish him well. He's a far braver man than I, I hope my end comes sooner than 94 years...
Posted by FranCisco Vargas (Member # 145) on :
My prayers go out to you and your dad...
Posted by William Holohan (Member # 2514) on :
May his journey be one of peace and comfort.
Posted by KARYN BUSH (Member # 1948) on :
oh kathy my heart goes out to you at this time! you'll be strong without a doubt and i'm sure your dad will peacefully go on his next journey...and he'll be watching over you with love.
Posted by Camille Norvaisas (Member # 501) on :
Kathy - I'm thinking of you and praying for your and your family. Cherish this time with him.
Posted by Don Hulsey (Member # 128) on :
My heart and my prayers are with you MawMaw.
Posted by Roy Frisby (Member # 736) on :
May God give you strength and your dad peace. Even with your dad's 94 years of experiences and wisdom, one cannot begin to imagine the things God has prepared for us in heaven. Gosh, what beautiful memories you must have of the many times spent together. Praying for you my friend. Posted by Bob Rochon (Member # 30) on :
Kathy how blessed you are to have spent as much time with him as you are. It makes the time apart until you see him again that much less.
Prayers on thier way.
Posted by Amy Brown (Member # 1963) on :
Consider it done Kathy.
Posted by Dave Sherby (Member # 698) on :
Eternal peace and love will be his soon.
Posted by Mark Perkins (Member # 296) on :
Kathy, I lost my dad last year at the age of 89,he's in a lot better place now, your dad will be also. My prayers are with you.
Posted by Santo (Member # 411) on :
My payers are for your father, your family and you.
Posted by Steve Racz (Member # 4376) on :
Kathy,
Our thoughts and prayers to out to you, your Dad and your family.
Posted by Donna in BC (Member # 130) on :
Kathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you. And we are here for you anytime you need a lift. xo
Posted by jack wills (Member # 521) on :
kathy, Your Dad, has the spirit in him. He seems to know and angels will take him through at the time he is ready. I pray for his peace and your strength.
Jack Wills
Posted by Barb. Shortreed (Member # 1730) on :
Kathy our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Posted by Curtis hammond (Member # 2170) on :
you have my prayers kathy
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
You're in our prayers. This is a difficult time and many of us here have been through it, so we can appreciate how hard it is for you and your family. Having other family members to share it with can be a real blessing. Our thoughts are with you all.
Posted by Bobbie Rochow (Member # 3341) on :
Kathy, seems your dad IS ready, & it is a blessing that he has had the time to get ready, when some are taken with no warning. He must have lived a full long life so far.
I will pray for you to have peace when his time comes, & that the Lord will bless this time you have left.
Posted by John Deaton (Member # 925) on :
Reading your post made my eyes water up thinking about my own dad and how I will feel when his time is up too. No matter how long you prepare, it still hurts. No doubt your papa was a wonderful man, as I can tell by the way you speak of him. God bless his heart and Im sure he'll be watched over now and for eternity. Bless the papas of the world.
Posted by Ian Stewart-Koster (Member # 3500) on :
If he's already happy now, Kathy, you're well ahead of a lot of the world. Bless him.
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Kathy, You been blessed to have your Dad for so long. I am praying that you and your family will have wisdom and the gift of peace during this difficult time. Love you, Judy & Roger
Posted by Deb Fowler (Member # 1039) on :
Kathy,
You have my prayers and you and your Father are in my thoughts these days. May I share a blessing that always gives me peace? The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace. Amen luv you like a sister, Kathy. We've had some really good times...please keep coming back to Letterville.
[ November 16, 2005, 01:53 AM: Message edited by: Deb Fowler ]
Posted by bill riedel (Member # 607) on :
Kathy, the first thought is just how very fortunate you are to have had him for such a long time. Think of all those who lost their fathers at a young age and missed all the wonderful experiences you have had.
Posted by Linda Silver Eagle (Member # 274) on :
Dearest Kathy,
You and your proud Father are so blessed! My family is praying for you and yours. We love you gal! Chins up and call when you can. (770-320-7564)
Posted by Kathy Joiner (Member # 1814) on :
Thank you all for the e-mails and prayers. Prayer works. Dad has "risen from the land of the dead" and is gaining strength at an amazing rate! I think we are in for the long haul. He must have one of us 24/7's as his mind is pretty much gone. Senile dementia has taken it's toll and about 3:00 in the afternoon we are on a trip!!!!
He has not lost his sense of humor, or his ability to love. He knows all of us, so we can enjoy his company and treasure every moment.
Thanks again to all of the Letterville family.
Posted by Deb Fowler (Member # 1039) on :
Kathy! What wonderful news! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, as now we will too. Thanks for keeping us posted.
Posted by Sue Avery (Member # 686) on :
God bless you and all your family. Glad He's rallied.
Some time the blessing is the time you recieve with graditude for each day.
Other times the blessing is in being allowed to take care of him like he did for you.
You will always be glad that you were there for him.
My prayers are with you.
Sue
Posted by Alicia B. Jennings (Member # 1272) on :
Wow1 That's great to hear.
Posted by kent moss (Member # 4295) on :
Prayers here,for you'r dad,you & your family.
Posted by Tony Lucero (Member # 1470) on :
This is an example of the goodness that lives in the letterhead community. I am very heartened to see that there is such a widespread group of spiritual people here who believe and understand the need and power of prayer. My wife is now healing from a breast cancer surgery and it was the kind thoughts and prayers of friends, clients and even strangers that have given us strength and encouragement. Please add our prayers to you and your family during these difficult times.
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