Apr. 4, 2006
The Angels are Dancing @>-/-- Kristy is Home
Posted in Prayer and Praises
Hello Friends,
It's been a while since I've posted. I want to thank the many of you who prayed for my friend Kristy.
The Lord called her home March 28th at exactly 5:00pm. The
account of our day together that the Lord gave to us is underneath our
picture. It is from an email that I sent out.
Cathy and Kristy Photo taken November 23, 2005
When Dorothy and I prayed over Kristy Sun. night Mon. morning, I looked
at her eyes and talked to her, the lights were dim and it was
peaceful. Her eyes were mostly closed and I didn't think she
could see or hear me but the more I talked to her the more her eyes
opened, I could hardly believe it. She would gently close her lids and
open them in response to certain things. Dorothy talked to Kristy
too. I left around 6:00am, Dorothy said she would stay so I could
sleep. When I went back up at lunch she woke up from a nap when
she heard me talking to the nurse and her eyes opened wide but more
than that, she was moving them, if I asked her to look at me, she
turned her eyes to look. March 27th, her room was filled with
smiles, joy and laughter. I raised her up to help clear the
congestion and with much joy told her to pucker up so I could put her
chap stick on, Catherine Z and I couldn't believe it when she formed
her lips to prepare for the chap stick and Catherine jumped with
laughter and with that Kristy gave a small smile. She stayed
awake the rest of the day. When I had to leave at one point, I
asked Kristy if she could tell me goodbye and she began to move her
lips. At 11:00pm Karen helped me massage Kristy and we talked to
her. Kristy held my hand very tightly. Little did I know then,
why. I left her cd on and at 2:00am tues. morning, she was
starting to look sleepy so I thought it best if I leave for a while
because I thought I might be keeping her awake. At that point I sensed
some changes (I was hoping she was just tired), I knew that the Lord
would send others in very soon. Darlene (Kristy's close friend)
arrived near 5:00am and at some point Beth and Catherine came too (Kristy's close friends).
I went back after lunch with her juice, the ladies from the church
arrived and there were groups of us praying all over the place. Somehow
it was 3:00pm and Catherine asked me if I was going back in the room
and I said no, I had to leave for a while, I had to leave......
You
may recall from earlier posts when I shared of a time when Kristy was
in Philly and in very bad shape. I started to sing "I Love You
Lord" to her, one of her favorite hymns. She started to sing out
of nowhere! After I left at 3:00pm, Beth and Darlene sang this
song and held her hands. As they sang "I Love You Lord" He
called her home. I miss her so much.
Comments
Apr. 4, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Titus2woman
(((((Cathy))))) What a sweet pic.... ~sandi
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Apr. 4, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by spunkyhomeschool
When you know the Lord there are no permanent goodbyes. Micheal W. Smith sings it this way, "Friends are friends forever when the Lords the Lord of them." Your friend is in heaven now cheering you on. Keep on living for Him. It doesn't mean you won't miss her, but the emptiness won't last forever. You'll have all of eternity together to sing hymns and praises to God.
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Apr. 4, 2006 - Sorry for your loss
Posted by Anonymous
I know that you know exactly where she is and that her joy is complete. It is harder for the ones who are on this side of heaven. My heart and prayers are with you.
With love in Him,
Michele (KindredspiritMom)
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Apr. 5, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Kristal
Sorry for your lose
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Apr. 5, 2006 - Beautiful and Touching
Posted by Kellyque777
Excuse me as my eyes well up with tears after reading your post. I feel as if I know Kristy simply by being able to hear about her from you and homeschoolblogger. What an incredible woman she was, and what a blessing that you were able to be a part of her life. The Lord used you in such a beautiful way to minister to your sweet spiritual sister, and what better way than through songs of worship to Him. I am truly touched by this, and will remember it for quite awhile. Our thoughts, prayers and ((HUGS)) sent from Minnesota to you and your family, and Kristy's family during this time.
<>< Kelly
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Apr. 5, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by eyecorn
Cathy:
I am weeping with you. What a blessing to your friend to have you by her side...how comforting to have so much love surrounding someone as they leave to join the Lord. I pray for comfort and peace in your heart. God bless you.
Michelle
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Apr. 7, 2006 - My appolgies!!!!!!!!
Posted by Kristal
I cut and pasted your post on my blog to let people know that were praying for Kristy with me that she is now with the Lord but I forgot to add your address and some people thought that I knew Kristy and wrote that, please forgive my mistake!!!!!!!!!! But if you read the comments you will find some wonderful words!! I also posted them and told them of my mistake. I am truely sorry for the mix up!!!!!!
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Apr. 7, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by CreativeHomeschooling
I am so sorry for your loss. She looks so young. One comfort is that she is with the Lord and is right now seeing things that on Earth, there are no words to describe.
Jennie von Eggers
www.TimesTales.com
www.CreativeHomeschooling.com
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Apr. 7, 2006 - "I love you Lord"
Posted by Anonymous
What a blessing to have a friend like her, and a friend like you. What a blessing to know you will see her again and that her soul is at peace. I pray that all of my friends will be where I hope to go in the end of this life! :) May God heal your heart and help you remember her with joy and live your life to the fullest for Him.
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Apr. 7, 2006 - Prayers are With You
Posted by hugabunchmom
Many prayers go up for you at this time of loss. Hang on to the peace that passes all understanding...you will see her again some day. For now, praise God that you were able to know her here on earth. I pray that more people would have friends surrounding them as they go to meet the Lord. I know your heart will hurt forever as you have such a loss here......many, many hugs to you!
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Apr. 7, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by eyecorn
Cathy:
You have been on my mind today...I just wanted to stop by and give you a ((hug)).
Michelle
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Apr. 9, 2006 - condolenscenses
Posted by cricket313
My condolences and prayers to you during this mourning time. May God grant you peace.
I read your bio...neat that you guys go to coffee houses. I love contemporary praise music.
Michelle
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Apr. 10, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Leigh2
{{{{{hugs}}}}}}
I am so sorry about your friend...but I am so happy that you had those last memories of her. How blessed you were to spend so much time with her at the end!
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Apr. 10, 2006 - Peace
Posted by homeskoolmom
Kristy must have been a beautiful lady--her smile says it all.
May the Father above fill you with peace and joyful memories and the knowledge that Kristy is now among the cloud of witnesses who can encourage you to continue striving toward the goal, because she has already gained the eternal prize.
God bless you,
Christine
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Apr. 11, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by eyecorn
Cathy:
Just checking in to say "Hi". I pray you are doing ok.
Michelle
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Apr. 16, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by DandelionSeeds
Praying for you dear... I'm so sorry... if there's any specific prayer request I can post on my blog, please let me know.
In Him,
Amy
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