Sunday, December 14, 2008

Happy day turned sad...

Hello all. Today was a great day turned terribly sad. We headed out to a wedding, which was lovely by the way. After the wedding we headed to the reception. I got a phone call when we were almost there. My friend Angie passed away at 12:30 today from complications of cancer.

I was stunned, shocked and overwhelmed. I had just talked to her Aunt yesterday. I had not gone to see her at home for fear of bringing germs into their home. But I have been calling to let her know that we had been praying, thinking of her and love her. And now she's gone. I hate it that there wasn't a chance to say goodbye and to let her know, one last time that I loved her and most importantly to tell her what a wonderful Mom she was and to thank her for the many times she spent with my daughter....I'm rambling and can't seem to put into words what I want to say.

She has 2 beautiful daughters, 14 and 9 and her husband. I am overwhelmed with sadness for her family, especially her girls.

I am sad but also so happy for Angie now that she's in Heaven and is no longer sick.

Can I ask you all a favor? I know you don't know her but will you please put her family on your prayer list? I would really appreciate it.

xoxo

Blog On....

35 comments:

  1. LoriDecember 14, 2008 at 7:31 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Just know that your actions and concern told your friend you loved her even more than those words could. She is now out of pain and in a place of pure joy and love.

    Many prayers for her daughters, you and the rest of the people who loved her.

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  2. He & Me + 3December 14, 2008 at 8:35 AM

    OH Keli, I am so sorry for your loss. I will definitely add them to my prayer list. Having an almost 9 year old myself makes it hit home so hard. Those poor babies I can't even imagine the sadness they are feeling today. Thank God Angie was a believer & is now cancer free celebrating without pain at the feet of Jesus. What a wonderful homecoming for her.
    XO,
    Mimi

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  3. MirandaDecember 14, 2008 at 8:53 AM

    Oh Keli, I am so sorry. Being a mother, or just human, it breaks my heart that she had to leave her family that will forever need her. It's wonderful to know that she is now in Heaven. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help them, or you. Our prayers are with the family.

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  4. Richard LawryDecember 14, 2008 at 9:30 AM

    I will definitely pray for the family. Cancer affects so many lives. That is why I am involved in the American Cancer Society Relay For Life.

    An Arkie's Musings

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  5. kelDecember 14, 2008 at 9:32 AM

    oh that is so sad. You and her family are in my thoughts.

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  6. MarchelleDecember 14, 2008 at 9:41 AM

    WOOOW.... I had no idea she was so bad. How sad for her family that it happened right before Christmas. I know they'll miss her terribly but hopefully they can have peace knowing she is no longer suffering.

    Sorry for the loss of your friend Kel. =(

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  7. ElisabethDecember 14, 2008 at 11:04 AM

    I will pray for her family.

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  8. Lisa BaldwinDecember 14, 2008 at 12:19 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. Her family and yours are on my prayer list.

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  9. AshleyDecember 14, 2008 at 3:48 PM

    keli, i am so sorry for the loss of your friend. and i will most definitely put that family on my prayer list.

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  10. AspiemomDecember 14, 2008 at 4:04 PM

    I am so very sorry. What a terrible time for her family and friends!

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  11. JenniferDecember 14, 2008 at 4:10 PM

    I'm so sorry for the loss of your friend Keli! I will keep her family and you in my prayers!

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  12. KellyDecember 14, 2008 at 5:18 PM

    I am so sorry Keli.
    Her family will be in my prayers.
    How awesome though for her, to arrive in Heaven, just in time for Christmas.
    HUGS

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  13. AnonymousDecember 14, 2008 at 5:25 PM

    Keli, I am so so sorry for this loss. I can't even imagine what her family must be going through right now, but I know they are rejoicing during this difficult time just to know that she isn't suffering anymore and she is safe in the arms of Jesus. Even though you didn't get to say a final goodby to your dear friend she knows how much you loved her and what you meant to each other. I will pray for your friends family and I will lift you up too.
    {{HUGS}} LeAnn

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  14. JenDecember 14, 2008 at 8:34 PM

    Keli, that is sooo awful to lose a beloved friend! I had a good friend die quite suddenly and left 2 children behind a long time ago. She was taking some medications that slowly built a toxin up in her body and shut down her kidneys. Her husband found her dead at home after work. It's such a tragedy when you can't say your goodbyes and let them know one last time how much you love them. Yes, we will put her family in our prayers. Here's a big hug for you ((HUGS)).

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  15. Adventure girlDecember 14, 2008 at 10:41 PM

    Of course! I am sorry for your sadness and I am so sad for her daughters her are left without a mother.

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  16. CJ, The Purple DivaDecember 14, 2008 at 10:58 PM

    I am so sorry to learn of your loss. This has been the second blog in a row I've gone to tonight with sad news of the loss of a loved one.
    I'm so sure your friend knew that you loved her before she left this life.
    I will certainly keep them and you in my prayers.

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  17. McCrakensx4December 14, 2008 at 11:06 PM

    Oh Keli, that is aweful. I will say a pray for the family. And I am sure she knew how much you loved her. I am praying for you too during this sad time. You will meet again some day.
    ~Stacey

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  18. GraceDecember 14, 2008 at 11:49 PM

    I came here to read up on some of your blog... as you visit my best friend's blog all the time... and find such sorrow...

    Keli... how sad for Angie's family and you. Prayers for her family? Sure... no question about it. Prayers for you too!

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  19. AnonymousDecember 15, 2008 at 12:27 AM

    Hi Keli,
    We will be praying for you and Angie's family - I am so sorry for your and their loss. Thank you for sharing with us - our thoughts are with you.

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  20. Elaine at Matters of the Heart)December 15, 2008 at 12:34 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss Keli..
    I will be praying for you and Angie's family.

    Hugs, Elaine

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  21. feather kDecember 15, 2008 at 1:13 AM

    I'm sorry for your loss. I will keep you and her family in my prayers...
    ((hugs))

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  22. AnonymousDecember 15, 2008 at 2:13 AM

    I'm sorry to hear that.
    This is my first look your blog, it's a wonderful blog and you have thankful to God that you have a wonderful family too. I wish I have....

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  23. DavisixDecember 15, 2008 at 7:58 AM

    I feel bad that I just now read this. I wish you would have sent me a text or something. I am SO SORRY Kel! My heart is aching. I love you, Ang

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  24. Hope515December 15, 2008 at 9:57 AM

    Oh Keli, I am so sorry to hear about your friend. I will be praying for her family and you too.

    Love you!
    Laina

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  26. Dreams of a Country GirlDecember 15, 2008 at 1:27 PM

    not only her -- but you too...

    be blessed

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  27. HeidiDecember 15, 2008 at 1:58 PM

    I was already saying a prayer before you even asked. I am so sorry for you, her husband, her girls... I will continue to pray for all of you.

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  28. TashaDecember 15, 2008 at 2:53 PM

    I'm so sorry! I hate losing friends. (HUG)

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  29. ♥ Becky ♥December 15, 2008 at 7:17 PM

    Oh Keli I'm so sorry for your loss. I will most certainly keep her family in my prayers and you as well.
    It's always hard to lose someone and I can understand how her girls must feel, I lost my Dad the day after Christmas.
    I wish them all well and you too.
    Love
    Becky

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  30. TDecember 16, 2008 at 10:03 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss. It's never easy and I will say a prayer for the family. Those girls but be incredibly devestated over losing their mom.

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  31. Shell in your PocketDecember 16, 2008 at 11:17 AM

    I am so sorry to hear of your lost! I will pray for you and her family! Such a difficult time and road ahead with such a great loss!
    -sandy toes

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  32. Paige HinrichsDecember 16, 2008 at 4:39 PM

    Keli,

    I am so sorry. I will absolutely pray for her family and especially her girls. And you as well.

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  33. KaciDecember 16, 2008 at 9:46 PM

    Keli I'm so sorry for your lost. It's never easy losing a friend. I'm here if you need me and I will of course be praying for her family and you as well. XOXO

    Love,

    Kaci

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  34. tiki_ladyDecember 16, 2008 at 10:29 PM

    i am so sorry to hear this and yes, prayers will be said in their behalf! I lost a friend who should have recovered. She went in for a kidney transplant. They gave her the wrong kidney, wrong blood type, she got worse. I didn't visit because of little kids and germ factors, she passed. I was so sad because of unsaid words.
    She taught me a lesson to never put off what can be done today.

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  35. These Are The DaysDecember 17, 2008 at 10:37 AM

    Gosh Kelli, so sorry to hear that. She was lucky to have a good friend like you, she knew how much you loved her.

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