So Very Long and Painful

The journey ahead of a person, who has lost a loved one.  Daily, reminders pop into view and the heart breaks again.  Tears flow and even anger pushes out of their very beings.
They say the road to healing is: Get sad ...get mad... and get glad.......but that is only part of  the healing.  Many other things play a huge role in the daily acceptance of this loss.  The void is there and there's no going back.  Too many "what if's" will come to mind and too many "if only's" will cause bitter memories to cloud the good, sweet memories.
I remember feeling numb, for what seemed 6 months or more.  I just couldn't pull out of this dull useless feeling.  It took me a good year, to finally start letting things go and make an effort to move on.  I can only guess, that it wasn't just me who felt this way, but many other family members.  
With God's help, all things  are possible and surely we can grasp hold of his mighty hand, when comfort is needed.  At times we just break down and cry out to him for help.  In his wonderful time, the help he knows we need comes.........how great is that?

It Is Finished

My neighbor, passed last night, after only a few hours at home.  That's where she wanted to be and they brought her home.  It's hard to accept and I'm only a neighbor, but when that final time comes, it's very harsh on all who are near.  I will miss waving to her, when I drive by, and pray that her family will find comfort in the fact that she no longer is in pain.  Now, they must find ways to move forward, in life and accomplish goals that she hoped they would.  
So long, neighbor.....RIP

The Watch Begins

It's been awhile since, I've been on here and written anything.  This subject is something that's hard to write about, but it's been part of this blog, through the years..........
Today, I noticed a large truck pull up across the street.  It had medical equipment to deliver. A medical bed was delivered, meaning one thing.  This is a sad day to view, this action meaning, my neighbor is losing her battle with lung cancer.  She has fought it for over 3 years and now I am witnessing her finally stages as it drags the very life out of her fragile body.  I've sent prayers up to God, through those years, hoping for a miracle, but knowing that this type of cancer, doesn't give up.  Now I can only pray for her comfort during these final stages and for the comfort of her family as they endure the loss of their Mom, wife and grandmother.....along with a very large extended family.

Billy Graham Dead at Age 99

RIP thou good and faithful servant.........your time is done......

Everywhere, Lately

Lately, it seems so many a passing on to their Heavenly home.  Many have passed, but not to a Heavenly home, because they just didn't know the Lord, or even care to.
We've lost one of our personal family members, and there are many who also have lost family members. 
In the last few days, the news has reported close to 10+ deaths of individuals, who are known nationwide/worldwide, in one fashion or another.  It is my wonder, whether our Lord is ridding or rescuing the one's he is taking from this world?
As I look at the recent list of those who have passed, I see one or two, who may have not lived well enough to become a citizen of Heaven.  Sad is the word, that can only be used, since many of us are glad, these people are no longer with us. 
Sad, is the word we use when looking at the reason some others passed.  Be it health matters, or just passing because it was their time to go.
Utmost condolences, go to family, friends and coworkers involved in these people's live.  Prayers, for all who have dealt with the sadness of watching their loved one, fight a disease or illness, only to grow weak from it's onslaught.  God, knows what he's doing, and I find comfort in knowing this.......

Lift Up

Our people in Las Vegas, NV, need to be lifted up in prayer.  Many were from other states, out there to vacation and enjoy the Country Music Festival. Why or what may have set off this attack on innocent people, is in God's hands.
Since the person who did the sad attack, is also dead, we may never know what his reasons were.  Lives were lost and many were also injured, from the gun shots sprayed down upon the crowds.  It is a sad thing to live through and experience.  May the Lord lift up the one's who are still alive and the families, of those who are gone.
God, will have to take care of the horrible things this person caused, with his comfort in the coming days.  Condolences to all who have been affected.

  Free Mass Ping

Prayers For the Family

The posting on Facebook this morning gave her reports of her husband's going home.  He is now free of pain, and she must look toward the future as it develops.  Her life has been a good one and now she faces it alone, to embark on a different journey.
The loss of her husband will be felt by all who knew him and his family.  My condolences to each one, as they go through the present grief and decisions.  Prayers to my friend that she may live in comfort knowing she did her best..........

Great Sadness

A close friend, who is related to my sister, is sitting with her husband at a hospital, in ICU.  Hospice, is being brought in, since his health declined this morning.  She's a strong lady, but even this is hard for someone to go through.  I've been there, I know what it's like and it's very rough.
Please pray for her and him, during this awful time and in the coming months of grief.

THANK YOU LORD

Today, I look around at the world we live in and see so much turmoil.  People, are living the best way they can and those of us who have a life with the comforts on a daily basis, feel as though we are in some way sinning.  I say this because we see so many who are without a home, because of the devastating weather, recently and those who are sick from some incurable diseases.  Those whose lives have been torn to pieces, not from their own doing, but from matters out of their control.
Yes, I have my problems, and yes they are giving me unwanted stress.  Yet, I can see things going on  that make my problems, look small in comparison.  This gives me a comfort in knowing that I should be grateful for the things in my life and pray for the problems that I see nearby.  I can rest in the knowledge that the Lord, has his hand on my life and problems.  I can thank him for the goodness, he has given me, knowing that I am truly blessed.  
Today, is a good time for all of us to be thankful for the good that is in our lives, and pray for the one's less fortunate.......

Oh Yeah!

Addiction

Addiction || Spoken Word from mjdepeal on GodTube.

Prayers

Recently, I met online, a lady who is fighting for her life, against breast cancer.  In the last few days, she has been told that the chemo treatments are not working and she must have surgery to remove it.  Then on to stronger chemo treatments.
It is my prayer that this person, who has touched my life, will come through this ordeal in glorious beauty to show the Lord's great and mighty works. I ask that you stand with me in prayer for her healing from this thing........... I thank you!

Give Thanks

A time to reflect on years past, and things that were very important to us. A time to be thankful for the things we have and if able, to share the things we have with others, less fortunate. 
This week you will be gathering with your family to be together again, on this occasion. It may be the last time for some of your family to be with you. It may be a new beginning for a few of you. Either way, this will be a time for you as a family to make memories, as you have on previous occasions. 
Each year, one or two of the members aren't able to make it, for one reason or another. One of my sons, lives out of state, and won't be here. Another may have other family members to be with at this time. So, we will be thankful for the family members that do get to drop by and enjoy the day as well as we can. 
Once again, let us remember to thank the Lord for each day he has given us and for a great healthy coming new year.

No Incident

I'm so thankful, that 9 11 went by without our country being attacked in some terrorist way.  It was a grateful nation that suffered through this anniversary, knowing that at any moment they could try or attempt to do something horrific, once again.  Thank you Lord, for your protection and help, with our USA.......Now, just help us with this election that's about to take place, in your name we ask, Amen!

Hugh O'Brian

Hollywood's handsome cowboy, passed away at the age of 91.  He said that he had many beautiful women, during his years in the movies.  Looking at how well he kept up in looks, I can see why.
His wife, said she had a wonderful time being with him during his last years, since he showed her his love daily.......Rest in peace, Hugh........

THE BLUE

Thursday evening the life in and around Dallas, TX, became full of death and fear.  Five police officers lost their lives to one sniper's assault on what he considered the enemy, "Whites".  The five who died were white and he was a black man with many frustration's about the situations in our country, pertaining to "blacks" being shot by "white" cops.  
Many towns have come forward to lead in vigils to honor the fallen and show support to local police who still actively serve their local areas and towns.  
We are finding that more evil has come of the situation, which happened on Thursday.  On Saturday and added threat came to the DPD headquarters, and they were put under lock down most of the afternoon, while "Swat" teams combed the area where a suspect was reported to be.  This is just too much and must stop!  Too much is being heaved on these individuals at this time and needs to cease.  Prayers, are certainly a must as we strive to get through this tragic time.

Easter

Today, is what Christain's, consider a celebration of "Easter."  They reflect on the "death and resurrection" of Jesus Christ the Son of God. 
You find this time to be one of which churches can expound upon as being full of worshipers.  They know there are still many who will want to come for services during this particular time.  It's sad that this certain holiday celebration, can be so commercialized.  Yet, if the ladies and little girls didn't have a place to wear their pretty Easter frocks, it would turn into a straight "egg hunt" for fashion.
I'm sure that if one searches further into the truth behind this celebration, they can find the real meaning of the holiday.  Jesus Christ came into the world, gave his life and conquered death, hell and the grave, so that we have the hope of eternal life in him and his father God.

It Is Finished!

What a wonderful video

From The Manger To the Cross

 I remember this song and sung it many times.........

Thanks To Calvary

I don't live there anymore.........