My dear father passed away about 2:30 AM...He struggled to the very end. I am just so sorry I am not there with my mom...but I cant beat myself up over that. I know he is in a better place now! No more suffering for him...Thank you for all your support and dedication!

Kandi

Dear mom -

Sending thoughts and prayers your way. I lost my mom in May and wasn't able to be there when she died - I know how hard it is....

God be with you.
LIR

Dear mom,

...... and your dad knows it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />

May the memories of happier times help you and your mom through this time of sorrow.

take care,
L.

Mom,
I am so sorry. What else can I say other than your dad raised one strong and devoted daughter.

Take care of yourself, you've been on one heck of an emotional rollercoaster lately.

Prayers,
MM

Prayers and thoughts are with you..hang in there...

Remember mt3b's that love is enternal and never forget the great times nor the hard times.

will remember you and your family in my prayers hope that you will find comfort in your family over this difficult time.

I'm so sorry to hear this. In some ways there can be relief taken in this, as he is out of his pain. You can feel relief for him, but still grieve for your own personal loss.

I lost my Dad to cancer over a decade ago. When his end came we knew it was his time to go.

You may "sense" your father around you over the next few days. I know I did. I smelt a man's cologne while walking outside (nobody near me). I did not know it at the time, but that is not an uncommon thing. It was a wonderful comfort to me. Be aware of these things, and take peace with them should you receive them. I believe it is our loved ones way of reaching out, and letting us know they are okay.

mom 2 3 boys:

He fought a good fight........Now its His time to Rest.

For You, we are Sad he is gone....but glad to know he is Not suffering anymore.

Remember that HE would Want you to be not only Happy, but Healthy.

In addition, please Make sure to properly Grieve for your departed Father BEFORE making anymore life altering Decisions.

Your simply an exposed "nerve" of emotions right NOW and I'd hate for you to Do anything permanent while your honestly NOT in a "good" enough place to keep your emotions for BOTH situations Separate.
(NOT a criticism by any stretch.....heck, we're All only human).

Lastly, dad to 3 will ALWAYS regret NOT being there for YOU on the day your Dear Father passed on.

Sorry that NOTHING written here will help ease your pain. Very sorry indeed.

blessings

I have been following your story...never posted to you before.

You are one amazing lady. I am so sorry for your loss. It must be very difficult.

I can't find words to say how much sympathy I feel for you and yours right now....please take care of yourselfright now. You must be exhausted emotionally...take a deep breath and know it will all work out in the end...you're one tough cookie but you're still allowed to fall apart! I wish I was there to give you a huge hug and help you through this.

God Bless You!

{{{{{{{{MT3B}}}}}}}}}

My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Mom,
*HUGS* My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children during this time.
God bless you
Danielle

I'm so sorry about your dad, Mom. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="images/icons/frown.gif" />

I'm so so sorry Mom <img border="0" alt="[Teary]" title="" src="graemlins/teary.gif" />

((((Mom)))))

There will yet be miracles in your life. I trust God to bring you peace as you grieve, because He loves you; and your father is with Him.

You are in my prayers, as are your little ones, and your mother.

Love, Kayla

I'm sorry for your loss. I pray that God gives you the strength you need to handle all that is placed before you at this difficult time in your life.

I have a friend whose wife just lost her Father last friday...she is now 32 years old and parentless...such a shame...

My prayers and thoughts are with both of you..know that he is in a better place now and that someday you will see him again.

God bless!!

hi mom, sorry to hear the sad news. you and your family are in my prayers, Karen

((((((((((Kandi))))))))))

Lovely one, your father has gone to be with God. He is not suffering; he is in eternal bliss. Those of us who remain are now the ones who suffer because we miss them and miss their loving presence in our lives.

You and your boys will be in my thoughts and prayers today. We love ya here at MB, mom.


CJ

(((((((((Kandi))))))) Here is a poem I hope gives you comfort...I too lost my Dad and know how difficult all this must be for you...you will be in my thoughts and prayers...

Letter from Heaven:

"To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say… But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.

That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you.

It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.

I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.

And when you lie in bed at night the day's chores put to flight, God and I are closest to you... in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years, because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.

But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. If I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.

But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; But together we can do it, by taking one day at a time.

It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too; That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain; Then you can say to God at night...... "My day was not in vain."

And now I am contented... that my life was worthwhile. Knowing as I passed along I made somebody smile.

God says: If you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low; Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.

When you're walking down the street with me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go... from that body to be free. Remember you're not going..... you're coming here to me."

Author.......Ruth Ann Mahaffey

God Bless Kandi and her beautiful boys

At a recent funeral of a friend and neighbor, this was read:

"Our prayers have all been answered
I finally arrived,
the healing that had been delayed
has now been realized,
No one's in a hurry
there's no schedule to keep,
We're all enjoying Jesus
Just sitting at His feet.

If you could see me now
I'm walking streets of gold
If you could see me now
I'm standing tall and whole
If you could see me now
You'd know I've seen His face,
If you could see me now
You'd know the pain is erased.

You wouldn't want me
To ever leave this perfect place
If you could see me now,
If you could only see me now!"

You are right, Kandi, he is in a much better place.

((((Kandi))))