We’ve had quite a day or two around here Peeps. Mike’s dad was rushed to the hospital Monday night. He has an aneurysm..or had an aneurysm. He’s 83 and there’s not anything the Drs. can do except keep him comfortable.
It’s been so hard for everyone, Mike’s dad is a deeply spiritual man. Our daughter Stephanie said it best; “Granddaddy is the sweetest, kindest man I’ve ever known.” It’s true. He never says an unkind word about anyone, always looks for the good in people…and you never talk to him when he doesn’t steer the conversation back to his first love…his God.
I’ve said it before, all of our days are sacred. The first ones and the final ones. It’s an honor to be here with Mike feeling the pain of a life well lived, that without a miracle, will soon be continued on the other side of eternity.
Please, if you think of it, say a prayer for my dad-in-law to have peace on this sacred day in his beautiful life.
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beautifully written . . . many prayers will come your way . . .
Our prayers are with you and Mike’s Dad…
Oh my heart hurts for your sweet family. Praying and believing that God is and will continue to hold you in His arms. We love you all very much.
There is something very special about sharing final moments with the ones we love. We lost my grandmother, father-in-law and most recently my mom this year. Your words are so eloquent. I am praying for your sweet father-in-law as well as the rest of your family. Hoping God showers his peace and love on you all. ~Lanie
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I will be praying for Mike’s dad. May God give you comfort and peace in the days ahead. Thank you for giving us all pause on how precious each and every day is.
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praying for mike’s dad. so sorry you all are going through this tough time.
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Oh, I am so sorry to hear of this….praying for God’s peace and joy to fill your hearts. I am sorry for the grief you are feeling, but so delighted to hear what a strong godly man he is. He’s almost home; he goes before you……that’s such a comfort; I pray that you will feel that comfort as you grieve and that his days will be sacred to you all.
Suzanne
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My prayers are with your entire family at this time. God Bless. Hugs, Marty
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Thanks for sharing this Robin. I will add Mike’s father to my prayer list. So glad he is a godly man.
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I am praying for peace. May this be a heartwarming day for all of you.
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Praying for your family. I know this is a difficult time, stay focused on all the beautiful times you’ve spent together as a family. God will handle the rest.
Oh, Dear One, my heart is breaking for you and your family! What a testimony of his life your father in law leaves. You’re so right, God has each of our days numbered and as our folks get older we know they’re closer to heaven. I’ll be praying for you all.
Blessings,
Shelia
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This is my first time commenting, but I have been reading and enjoying your blog for a few weeks now. I am so sorry to hear this news about Mike’s dad. He sounds like a wonderful person. My mom died two days ago, so I can feel your pain and sadness. I will include him in my prayers along with you and your family.
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Oh, I’m so sorry to hear about this Robin. I’m praying for all of you.
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Continuing to keep all of you in my prayers. Based on Stephanie’s most loving description I can see where Mike gets his big heart.
Love and blessings to you all,
Vicky
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Oh Robin, I am so sorry. I am praying for you all. I hope so much that you receive a miracle. Love you.
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I woke this morning thinking of you all … I’m praying that through the pain and sadness, this can be a beautiful experience for you all.
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Praying for you and yours sweet friend. That Christ will be close, that it will indeed be a beautiful time of closeness to Him and to each other and that He will sustain you with the strength and grace to be all He needs you to be to all that are around. Love, love, love…
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Robin, so sorry about Mike’s father…glad you as a family are able to spend this time together and just know you will all meet again someday. Prayers for peace.
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May you all find courage, strength, and peace in this difficult time. My thoughts are with you.
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Robin – My grandfather was a minister and when his time on this earth was nearing completion, he told me that he wished to see his brothers and sisters who had passed on before him and he sure hoped that he would hear the Master say the verse from Matthew 25:21 to him. “His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.” Mike’s father sounds like he is cut from the same cloth. It is never easy to lose a loved one, especially a parent, but may you take some comfort in knowing that your father-in-law is ready to cross into eternity.
I will be praying for him. Bless you all. Peace to your souls.
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I will be praying for you all and keeping you in my thoughts as well. He sounds like a wonderful man, it will be harder on those he leaves behind. MUCH love, Pinky
Praying for you all during this time. I am praying for your heart as you have been in this place before. I pray for your heart as you support Mike. Please hug him for me.
R
So well written..you brought tears to my eyes….I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts & prayers!! God Bless!!