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The final update about my wife passing away.
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:34 pm
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:34 pm
This is my final update about everything that’s been going on since she passed away. I apologize in advance if this runs long. June 10th made a year since I found my wife passed away in our home. A year ago at this time, my whole life and the lives of my children were flipped completely upside down. So much has happened in the past year. Sold our home, moved to an apartment, bought another home etc.
All the first of everything happened within the past year. Holidays, birthdays, anniversary etc. I remember back in October, taking my oldest daughter to the salon to get her hair done for her senior homecoming dance. I was the only dad there that afternoon. The salon was filled with happy, laughing and smiling mothers and daughters. I thought to myself, how life is so unfair at times. But we have made it through all these events and I am proud to say my daughter graduated with honors and received a scholarship to attend SELU in the fall.
We just returned from Tennessee, we spent a week up there. The Great Smoky Mountains were my wife’s favorite place to be. We found a nice beautiful spot in the mountains and spread her ashes in her favorite place. I will be honest, I thought it would be very emotional but it wasn’t. It was an amazing sense of peace. Some may think I am crazy but I heard my wife’s voice saying “Thank You” It was our dream to one day retire up there. That dream is still in my heart and when the time comes, I will live out that dream for both of us.
The last few things I wanted to say was “THANK YOU” to all the strangers that have prayed for my family and myself. Words can’t describe my gratitude. God is good, even in tragedy. I have been beyond blessed as well this past year. I know that God has great things in store for my family and myself and I can assure everyone. That I wouldn’t have made it this far without him. I will never, ever forget my wife but I also know life must go on. God wants us to continue living and to never give up. I know in my heart, that it’s ok to live again, it’s ok to try again and when that time comes, it’s ok to love again.
All the first of everything happened within the past year. Holidays, birthdays, anniversary etc. I remember back in October, taking my oldest daughter to the salon to get her hair done for her senior homecoming dance. I was the only dad there that afternoon. The salon was filled with happy, laughing and smiling mothers and daughters. I thought to myself, how life is so unfair at times. But we have made it through all these events and I am proud to say my daughter graduated with honors and received a scholarship to attend SELU in the fall.
We just returned from Tennessee, we spent a week up there. The Great Smoky Mountains were my wife’s favorite place to be. We found a nice beautiful spot in the mountains and spread her ashes in her favorite place. I will be honest, I thought it would be very emotional but it wasn’t. It was an amazing sense of peace. Some may think I am crazy but I heard my wife’s voice saying “Thank You” It was our dream to one day retire up there. That dream is still in my heart and when the time comes, I will live out that dream for both of us.
The last few things I wanted to say was “THANK YOU” to all the strangers that have prayed for my family and myself. Words can’t describe my gratitude. God is good, even in tragedy. I have been beyond blessed as well this past year. I know that God has great things in store for my family and myself and I can assure everyone. That I wouldn’t have made it this far without him. I will never, ever forget my wife but I also know life must go on. God wants us to continue living and to never give up. I know in my heart, that it’s ok to live again, it’s ok to try again and when that time comes, it’s ok to love again.
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Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:37 pm to Hoova1202004
God bless... She would be proud of you and your strength.
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:38 pm to Hoova1202004
I prayed for you then and again just now. Losing my spouse or a child is my worst nightmare.
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:38 pm to Hoova1202004
I actually went through the same thing. 9 years ago from the end of June. Kids just starting high school. It was incredibly hard. My heart goes out to you. It's still a journey. Stay consistent and strong.
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:39 pm to Hoova1202004
God Bless, and keep holding strong.
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:41 pm to Hoova1202004
That is awesome that you heard her voice. I believe you.
You have been through a lot in a year. Be at peace and sorry for the loss. There aren't words.
You have been through a lot in a year. Be at peace and sorry for the loss. There aren't words.
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:43 pm to Hoova1202004
God Bless you sir. And Congrats on your daughter receiving that scholarship.
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:43 pm to Hoova1202004
Having been married and having a boy in the last three years, this made me tear up. You’re a strong dude. God bless. FYI I want to retire in the same place.
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:43 pm to Hoova1202004
May God continue to bless your family
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:44 pm to Hoova1202004
You are a good man
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:45 pm to Hoova1202004
You sir are a strong man
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:45 pm to Hoova1202004
Keep on keeping on brother…God bless you and your family
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:47 pm to Hoova1202004
Wow! So well written and heartfelt. Sitting in Houston with my mom at MD Anderson reading this. God bless you! Thank you for sharing.
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:48 pm to Hoova1202004
You are a true inspiration and I admire your Faith. God Bless you and yours.
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:48 pm to Hoova1202004
Your wife is looking down on you and your family so proud of you all with the biggest smile on her face. God Bless you my man
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:48 pm to Bayouboogaloocrew
You are an inspiration, thank you for sharing your story
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:48 pm to Hoova1202004
quote:
I heard my wife’s voice saying “Thank You”
I got misty.
What an amazing post.
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:53 pm to Hoova1202004
That was tough to read man. I'm very happy for your strength and courage through these times and I know your family thank you for that. Praying for you brother.
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:56 pm to Hoova1202004
I’m glad that you are being strong and are able to be there for your daughters. I try everyday to be the best father to my children but I cannot imagine my world without my wife. Stay strong brother
Posted on 6/12/23 at 6:56 pm to Hoova1202004
Christ it's already been a year?
Good luck to you buddy. I wish you the best
Good luck to you buddy. I wish you the best
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