Monday, July 16, 2012

Silence, and a Break

My step-father passed away Saturday morning, after a long and difficult battle with liver and pancreatic cancer. I'll be taking some time to be with my mother in Texas, so don't forget about my little ole' blog, and I'll see you again as soon as I can.
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26 comments:

  1. sue in mexico moJuly 16, 2012 at 12:26 PM

    I'm sorry for your loss.

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  2. MingJuly 16, 2012 at 1:32 PM

    I am sorry for your loss. A prayer has been said for you and your mother.

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  3. KelleyJuly 16, 2012 at 2:05 PM

    Artie, I am so sorry for your family's loss. Your mom will really appreciaate you being there with her!

    Hugs, Kelley

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  4. J HarrisJuly 16, 2012 at 7:44 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing - I will pray for your family.
    Jamie

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  5. MarlisJuly 16, 2012 at 9:18 PM

    Artie, I offer my deepest condolences. Prayers that both you and your mother feel comfort and peace through our prayers. xo marlis

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  6. VictoriaJuly 16, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    I am so sorry to hear about your family'js loss, Artie. I will be thinking of you and your mother.
    All the best,
    Victoria

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  7. Amanda BurkettJuly 16, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    Prayers sent up from this girl in Texas--my mother in law has been fighting cancer for three years--I am so sorry, so deeply sorry. May you know His perfect peace!!

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  8. carolbrademasJuly 16, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    Artie,
    I am so sorry. Know that being with your Mother is exactly where you're supposed to be right now. Prayers to you both.

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  9. Pinky at Designs by PinkyJuly 16, 2012 at 11:17 PM

    Artie, I am so sorry, you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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  10. Simply SimplisticatedJuly 17, 2012 at 2:18 AM

    Artie Im deeply sorry for your loss.Be safe and just know that your thought of:)

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  11. AnonymousJuly 17, 2012 at 3:27 AM

    WE all know (I think!) what a loss like this requires from emily members who care and nurture!

    We love your blog......we treasure you....and we love you even more because you are doing this!

    Penelope (I don't mean to speak for others...please correct me if I am wrong!)

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  12. AnonymousJuly 17, 2012 at 3:30 AM

    I meant "family" not "emily" members! I am pretty sure
    people got that......but just to make sure!

    P

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  13. Pura VidaJuly 17, 2012 at 8:45 AM

    God bless you...fish for peace in your heart while you're fishing

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  14. How2homeJuly 17, 2012 at 12:00 PM

    So sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers with your family.

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  15. Beeutiful by DesignJuly 17, 2012 at 1:07 PM

    I'm sorry to hear your sad news. I know you will be a comfort to your mother and she to you during this difficult time. Jennifer

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  16. mrsbenJuly 17, 2012 at 6:48 PM

    May the peace that comes from all the good memories that you and your Step-father may have shared; comfort you now and in the days ahead. Also I extend my sincerest condolences to your Mother during this difficult time.
    -Brenda-

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  17. knJuly 17, 2012 at 11:17 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss.

    I'm praying for your families hearts to heal and the happiest memories to stay close always.

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  18. vignette designJuly 18, 2012 at 5:49 PM

    So sorry for your loss Artie.

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  19. UnknownJuly 19, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    Heartful hugs going your way.Just went thru the same thing with my dad this past spring.Hang in there,Artie.

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  20. RickJuly 20, 2012 at 12:08 AM

    I'm sorry for your loss. You've got your priorities right. I just hope the heat is not too miserable for you here in TX. Hugs to you and family.

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  21. for the love of a houseJuly 23, 2012 at 6:28 PM

    My deepest sympathy to your family Artie.

    joan

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  23. heronkadyJuly 24, 2012 at 9:51 PM

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  24. KarenaJuly 29, 2012 at 12:15 AM

    Thinking of you and your family Artie. I just returned home from rehab yesterday; so sorry to be out of touch/

    Take good care.

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  25. Vickie H.July 30, 2012 at 11:34 AM

    So sorry for your loss. Prayers go out to you and your mother at this terribly difficult time. May God bless.

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  26. JoJuly 31, 2012 at 1:02 AM

    Artie I am so sorry.... I didn't comment before now, as I have been taking a semi break as I grieve my mothers recent passing - my heart and thoughts are with you and your family....

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