Today my heart is with my dear, long-time friend Diana, and her very large extended family, as they say their final farewells to Diana's sister Paula. Paula passed away last Tuesday after a battle with cancer such as I have never seen. In all my days, I have never known anyone to have to endure such misery and suffering as Paula had to endure over the last year and a half. To see Diana and Paula's family go above and beyond countless times to do everything possible to help Paula was touching, and humbling, and inspiring - and at times excruciating. My love and prayers have been with them every step of the way, and will continue to be. I can only imagine how much they will miss Paula - wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandma...... but of course I know they look forward to the day when everyone will be reunited again. I am grateful Paula was able to pass away peacefully, surrounded by her family, and I am relieved to my very core that she is finally, finally free from the awful misery she endured.
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Thoughts and prayers are with their family! You are a beautiful, amazing friend!!!
ReplyDeletei'm so sorry, meg. you have had more than your share of sorrow lately certainly when it comes to cancer. sending thoughts and prayers to you now and always. xo, c
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, you two sweet, thoughtful friends :) I have still not spoken with Diana - I know she just needs some time and some space - but she knows my love is with her and I know they can all feel everyone's love and prayers :)
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This is a wonderful post Megan. It's such a bittersweet moment but we all know that she is in a much better, happier place. I think my mom is doing okay. Maybe just a little emotionally drained. But I know she appreciates all the love and support that everyone has shown. Maybe it's time for you guys to get some pedi's and mexican food :)
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