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Friday, March 4, 2011

For Debbie...........



I'm not sure what to say......

Our friend and neighbor died suddenly on Monday.
Looking back now, I don't think that our moving here less than a year after she and her family did, was an accident.
We were supposed to live next door to her. Our properties were originally a single lot, when farming too place many years ago. Only fitting that two people who wanted nothing more than to be in their garden, should live here.

You know how it is when you just take things for granted.

Seeing a person smile, as they fill the bird feeders.......calling with excitement when a new blossom opens or a family of baby raccoons are seen sneaking along the fence.

Finding a new recipe that you have to share.......or a sale......or just listening with your heart.

She was the only person who would or could attempt to quiet Becky and Gus.
She was the first person to hold Becky after Joe and I........she never wanted to let her go.

A pure spirit, a gentle soul, a distinct and unique laugh that you would recognize anywhere...........I can't even imagine living here now without her.
At her funeral mass today, the soloist sang this song.

"You Raise Me Up" by Josh Groban

When I am down and, oh my soul, so weary;
When troubles come and my heart burdened be;
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence,
Until you come and sit awhile with me.

You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;
You raise me up... To more than I can be.

You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;
You raise me up... To more than I can be.

There is no life - no life without its hunger;
Each restless heart beats so imperfectly;
But when you come and I am filled with wonder,
Sometimes, I think I glimpse eternity.

You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;
You raise me up... To more than I can be.

You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;
You raise me up... To more than I can be.

You raise me up... To more than I can be.
I think it sums up everything......rest well now...you will be missed more than you will ever know.......

13 comments:

  1. I am so sorry about your friend. She sounds like a very special lady and she will be missed by you and your family. Yes, there is reasons why God puts us right where we should be~~He makes NO mistakes.Our thoughts are with you during this time.

    Love
    Diana and Jazzi

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  2. Sorry to hear of your friend. I agree, everything happens for a reason. You were suppose to live there together and share all those wonderful moments. So sorry for your loss.

    Our thoughts are with you also.

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  3. We know she'll be sorely missed. It's good you have all those wonderful memories.

    XXXOOO Daisy, Kendra & Bella

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  4. We're so sorry to hear about Debbie. What a beautiful and special lady she was!

    Love ya lots,
    Maggie and Mitch

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  5. Nancy, my heart has been crying for you all week, and my mind can't find the words to let you know how much I'm thinking of you.

    xo
    Lynn

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  6. So sorry for the loss of what looks like a very special lady indeed. She will indeed be very missed.. x

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  7. So sorry to hear of the loss of your friend and neighbor, Nancy. Hope your memories of her and your times together will bring you comfort.
    Judie

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  8. Dear friend.....my heart breaks for yours. Debbie was like a sister to you. You both have that uncanny natural ability to connect so delicately to nature. Remember her always for her love. She will be around every corner this spring to bring you love and memories.

    Holding you close to my heart,
    Becky

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  9. We are sorry for the loss of such a special friend -

    Thanks for sharing her with us -

    It will keep her memory alive all around the world!

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  10. What a sweet tribute to your neighbor Debbie. I know you will miss her.
    Hugs,
    Lallee

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  11. Oh Nancy, I am so sorry your days have been filled with sorrow. Your tribute to Debbie is lovely and you know she and Princess are playing in heaven.

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  12. I am so deeply sorrow filled for you losses. How we are reminded to make the most out of each and every moment! Prayers to you, Carrie

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  13. I am very sorry. May Debbie and Princess rest in peace.

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