USU78 Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 and over 16 years of suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, advanced osteoporosis, and assorted, related ailments, my sweet bride left us last night. A sad time for my beautiful, brilliant daughters . . . and especially our handicapped son, whom I visited in Orem yesterday afternoon to tell him his Mom was about to leave him.All in all, a suckified day, and only the hope of a a kinder world to come to take the sting away.On the other hand: peace, such as I haven't felt in years, and a wonderful older brother and his spouse who came down and helped with the passing. 1
Kenngo1969 Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 Very sorry for your loss, USU. Deepest condolences.
blueadept Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 (edited) My sincerest condolences USU... You and your family are in my prayers. Edited May 16, 2011 by blueadept
mercyngrace Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 Oh USU, I am so sorry for your loss. May the Comforter be your constant companion through this difficult time.
Messenger Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 I’m too am sorry for your recent family difficulties and loss. Stay strong and draw close to the spirit. You will be given extraordinary access to it during these tough times. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I had a bishop once tell me, "Life will get better, it may not seem like it now, but it will get better.... I promise". He didn’t understand much about my situation, but he did understand that - and he was exactly correct.
Deborah Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 So sorry. I also understand the peace when you've seen someone suffer for so long and know they are finally home and pain free.
ERayR Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 USU I too would like to add my condolences and prayers that the Lords peace might remain with you and your family.Ray
emeliza Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 I am so sorry for your loss and for the loss of your family. My prayers are with you. I am glad you are comforted by knowing she is in a better place and you will be reunited.
urroner Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 USU, in spite of you going to the wrong school, I'm going to include you and yours in my prayer tonight.Losing a wife is hard. I've lost two, both to divorce, and most counselors say that a divorce in the family is just as hard as a death in the family.The thing that kept me sane, well, as sane as possible for me, was the simple phrase that ran through my mind over and over, "Families are forever."
Jeff K. Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 It is a mixed blessing indeed. The peace and joy your wife must be feeling right now combined with how much she must miss your smile and the company of the people she loves so much, combined with your anguish over her absence and the love you held for her with the faith and knowledge that she is better off now than she eve was before. This mortal life is so conflicted in all it does or us, and yet you keep resiliant in your faith and move on.
Bill “Papa” Lee Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 and over 16 years of suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, advanced osteoporosis, and assorted, related ailments, my sweet bride left us last night. A sad time for my beautiful, brilliant daughters . . . and especially our handicapped son, whom I visited in Orem yesterday afternoon to tell him his Mom was about to leave him.All in all, a suckified day, and only the hope of a a kinder world to come to take the sting away.On the other hand: peace, such as I haven't felt in years, and a wonderful older brother and his spouse who came down and helped with the passing.I am so sorry my brother, words can do little at a time like this, but I offer these in the hope that it will put some things into perspective. God bless you.Along The RoadI walked a mile with Pleasure.She chattered all the way,But left me none the wiserFor all she had to say.I walked a mile with Sorrow,And ne'er a word said she;But, oh the things I learned from herWhen Sorrow walked with me!Robert Browning HamiltonLaying Down the SwordFractured light against the skyAs clouds conceal the westward flight,Autumn colors that brightly shineAnnounce the coming of the night.The day is ending, as it shouldContent that I have done my best,While others bid me labor onI desire to be at rest.With the ending now before meTo the victor goes the race,The finish line is clearly drawnIn the lines upon my face.Like a warrior from the battleFor peace my soul doth seek,The spirit strong and willingThe flesh so very weak.Weep not for me my childrenWeep not for me my friend,This is a new beginningAnd, not a tragic end.I am called to others laborsIn the service of my Lord,I’m not giving up the battleI’m just laying down my sword.(William E. Lee)December 1998Copyright 1998Dedicated to:Mary Margaret Bourne McQuade
MorningStar Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 I'm very sorry for your loss and will pray for your family.
seashell Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 I'm sorry. I will add you and your family to my prayers.
Mudcat Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 All in all, a suckified day, and only the hope of a a kinder world to come to take the sting away.Hang on to that hope. I am sorry USU... Having recently lost my mother, I have seen how difficult it has been for my father.You and your family will be in my prayers.
Garden Girl Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 Hello USU78...I'll add my voice here in sending you my prayers and condolences.Fifteen years ago, after 8 days in intensive care, my dear husband left me... so I can understand your feelings.The one thing that really kept me going, even though I grieved, was the sure knowledge that he continues on beyond the veil... that he suffers no more pain... that he is with loved ones that are sealed... that he is learning and progressing... and that he waits for me... waits for the day that I will join him to begin our eternal journey together.May you also find comfort...GG
Anijen Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 My deepest condolences. I am thankful that she is no longer suffering her many physical hardships she had here. The beauty of eternal marriage helps but right now my sincerest sympathy to you. God bless you and your family.
cinepro Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 Sorry to hear the bad news. It sounds like she had been through a lot!
Calm Posted May 16, 2011 Posted May 16, 2011 I am so sorry. From what I have observed the next weeks and months will both feel unbearable and full of joy (knowing she is now no longer suffering). I remember being counseled when we learned my daughter had diabetes that grieving is a long term process and we probably would be better off not making any major life changing decisions during the next year as it would take that long to even comprehend what we were experiencing, let alone be able to figure out would be our next best step. Instead we were to allow ourselves to live each day as it came and give ourselves time and quiet so we would be able to deal with the emotional upheaval once we were ready to face it.
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