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As I see my husbands eyes and my moms smile in my children and grandchildren... I think of the generations that were here before me and what was passed down from one to another.... We pass on our traditions, our stories...and our love to the next generation... |
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Meet our newest little bundle... Rose Holland, 5 pounds 9 oz... |
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This is our other little queen bee... Scarlet |
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Rose was born on a Wednesday and my Dad died on Thursday... If you've been reading my blog... you know that my dad had been sick for a couple of years.... He had Cancer and Alzheimer. It's one of the most devastating illness I've seen.. To watch my dad deteriorate from this illness was very hard..... He was a bright man..... he had a degree in computer science.... He could figure out how to do almost anything and near the end he couldn't flip on a light switch.. so sad! |
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Good by Daddy... I love you and will miss you. Ocean (Where Feet May Fail)" You call me out upon the waters The great unknown where feet may fail And there I find You in the mystery In oceans deep my faith will stand I will call upon Your Name And keep my eyes above the waves When oceans rise My soul will rest in Your embrace For I am Yours and You are mine Your grace abounds in deepest waters Your sovereign hand will be my guide Where feet may fail and fear surrounds me You've never failed and You won't start now Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders Let me walk upon the waters Wherever You would call me Take me deeper than my feet could ever wander And my faith will be made stronger In the presence of my Saviour I will call upon Your Name Keep my eyes above the waves My soul will rest in Your embrace I am Yours and You are mine. I'm going to take sometime off to be with family and hold that little Rose as much as I can! Thank you for your patience.. I will try to have some guest posts while I'm gone.. Thanks, Julie |
So deeply sorry for the loss of your dad. Take solace in those two wonderful girls. It is time for you to take care of you. You must be a bundle of emotions as well as exhausted. I pray for you to get healing and comfort from your friends and family. xoxo
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry for your loss. It's devastating to watch a family member with an illness. Please take the time that you need.... I'm glad you are surrounded by family. May you find some comfort in the eyes and smiles of your new family member.
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Sharon
Sweet Julie, I am so very sorry for this tremendous loss. I know the hole that is left and I pray it is filled with love, family and wonderful memories. Congratulations on the new Rose in your life! What a blessing and perfect timing! Take good care of yourself. xox Nancy
ReplyDeleteI wish you and your family peace and comfort as you grieve the loss of your father. I hope baby Rose softens the pain in a way and fills your heart with love and joy during this difficult time.
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Nancy
My deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your father. I love the saying, when God closes a door, somewhere he opens a window. Rose is your new window. Take care.
ReplyDeleteOh Julie, I'm so, so sorry, I know what a challenging time this has been for you. You're always in my prayers. Isn't God's timing amazing, your new Rose is precious, enjoy this time with your family.
ReplyDeleteTake all the time you need.
ReplyDeleteThose little ones are precious!
My thoughts are with you.
Patty
JUlie I am so sorry and have your family in my thoughts and prayers. There is nothing that can give you peace right now, though the little ones in your family are precious gifts!
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Karena
The Arts by Karena
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I hope you can take some comfort in the precious new life that began as your dad's ended. We will be waiting when you are ready to come back. Xx Sharon
ReplyDeleteOh Julie, I am so sorry for your loss. Its so very painful. My father died of cancer five months before my son was born. It helps to remember my father when he was healthy, as a smiling young dad and all his kids running to greet him…or later in the kitchen fixing us gourmet meals with a deep laugh. Remember those moments with your father and enjoy the new ones with your Rose and Scarlet. Sending a prayer your way.
ReplyDeleteOh Julie I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. I'm fortunate enough to still have both of my parents in good health and sound mind in their 80's. Try and take comfort in the happy memories and sweet times you shared with him. The grands are absolutely precious and I know you'll get so much enjoyment and love from them. Prayers for your family!
ReplyDeleteDear Julie - I am so very sorry about your dad. My condolences to you and your family. Please take all the time you need, and cherish little Rose. And beautiful Scarlet, too. Take care~
ReplyDeleteSo, so sorry about your father. It's very hard, losing a parent, but may your family and lovely little Rose help buoy your spirits. It will get a bit easier with time, and you'll remember him as he was earlier, all the good times and ideas. Very best wishes.
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ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to learn that your dad has passed away. I know that is has been a long battle. My grandmother and mother died from Alzheimer's, so I cry with you. Such a horrific way to end life.
Congratulations on the birth of the precious angel. And Scarlet is too adorable.
It has been a week for you.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Teresa
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Oh Julie. You have my deepest and most heartfelt condolences. My mom died of this in June, and my grandmother in January, and I literally just got back today from a remembrance for my grandmother. It is so so hard when a loved one is taken for any reason, but this disease strikes particularly hard, I think. Watching your father lose his ability to remember and care for himself is unspeakably horrible. i am thinking of you and am so very sorry. xoxo
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Thanks for sharing today! These photos are gorgeous and inspirational. Putting them in my mind's memory bank..
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Oh Julie, I am so so sorry to hear of this news. How devastating for you and your family. I have heard of this happening to too many lately. What a hard battle to watch someone you love fight. Despite the incredible loss and pain, I hope you are able to cherish the joy and celebration of your beautiful little grand babies, they are just gorgeous. But I know you have to just devastated and for this I am really sorry. I will say a prayer for you for God to keep you in his embrace and help to keep you strong and comforted during this difficult time.
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Tina
Truly a circle of life here…please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. My father too has been battling a devastating illness for the last 5 years and it is so hard to watch. I try daily to think of the blessings that my mother is his rock and has been for 60+ years and he is able to stay in their home that he has loved for 40+year with caregivers, but it is such a hard concept…Your precious new Rose and Scarlett are indeed blessings…warmest hugs…
ReplyDeleteterribly sorry julie, those are both a time of devastating loss and the healing of a new life. my husbands mother has alzheimers in an advanced state, she knows no one and comprehends nothing.
ReplyDeletethere is another poem i have found to be thoughtful and helpful in these times. it is called 'there she goes' by van dyck
embrace those precious little girls
warm hugs
debra
Little Rose and Scarlett will help lessen the blow for all of you. Give them lots of hugs. My mother in law had alzheimers. It was very difficult for all of us but a blessing for her when it ended.
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ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry for your loss of such a lovely father. The circle of life is certainly prevalent as we all age. Rose is beautiful as is Scarlett. Embrace these gifts and I send my sympathy at loosing a parent. It's a difficult transition.
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Karen
Julie, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers your way!
ReplyDeleteJulie, I am so sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to you. Keeping you in my prayers.
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Sherry
I am so sorry this is late as you know we lost my father inlaw this past week. I am so sorry for you and your family, it is never easy even after long suffering and you know they are at peace. You still will all the good times and one day will be able to smile at them too. Well you did receive a little miracle as well and she will warm your heart through tis tough time. xo Karolyn
ReplyDeleteI wish I had words to make you feel better, but know no words have that power at this time. The disease is a horrible one and I am making the journey with my husband now. Your father was so lucky to have you by his side. Karol
ReplyDeleteI am sorry to hear about your dad. Hopefully, baby Rose's arrival will help to bring some comfort to you and your family. Take care.
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