Feb. 9, 2008 - A time for everything
There is a time for everything , and a season for every activity under heaven: a time to be born and a time to die. Eccl. 3:1,2
Today has been a very hard day for us. Our beloved piano teacher and friend lost her fight with cancer in the wee hours of the night. I called this morning to check on her, and to see if we were going wedding dress shopping for her daughter as planned, when her husband told me the terrible news. My sweet little girls have been so sad all day. It is really hard to lose someone you love, but it is even harder to watch your children grieve like this for the first time. Lina is the first person they have loved deeply that has passed away, and it is very hard to explain to a six year old and 11 year old that dying is part of life.
I have been blessed by the maturity that they seem to have, though. They've said wonderful things like: "Well, now she won't ever be sick again"; and "Now she can eat whatever she wants"; and "She's probably playing the piano for Jesus." So sweet!
I am so thankful for the years we had with our dear friend. I am also so thankful that we knew she was terminal. It really gave us the opportunity to speak the words we wanted to say before she was gone. The girls even choreographed a beautiful dance and performed it for her last Thursday. It made all of us weep and it was such a special shared moment. That was the last time we saw her. I have been reminding the girls of that today, and reminding them that the last few weeks have been a gift to all of us. Many people lose the ones they love unexpectantly; with much unsaid or undone. We had the chance to make the most of the last few weeks. However, it is interesting that no matter how prepared you *think* you are, it is still shocking to hear the words that tell of death. Please pray for my girls, and for Lina's family, as we come to mind.
Comments
Feb. 9, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
Oh, Deb, I am so sorry for your loss. I can't wait for the day when there are no more tears, no more losses ,no more death.
And her daughter is getting married? What a hard time to lose your momma. I'm confident you'll be a blessing to the family in the coming days and weeks!!
Love and prayers,
Cindy
Feb. 10, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by skdenfeld
So sorry to hear about your loss, Deb. Your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
Feb. 10, 2008 - Hey!
Posted by dixiefiddler
Hey,
I am so sorry about ya'lls piano teacher. That is so sad. I'll be praying for your girls. I know it's not easy.
Your welcome for the award. ^_^
Have a blessed day,
Sarah
Feb. 15, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Shelbelle7
I'm so sorry for your loss. You are right to focus on the blessings that you have shared with Lina and the sweetness of life. Praying for your family and for hers.
