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Thursday, June 2, 2011

In Loving Memory of My Daddy

As many of you know, my Dad has battled cancer for the last 20 years.  I watched him fight hard, pray hard, love hard, live hard.  Last week, I watched as he took his last breath and went to meet his Maker.  My heart broke with the emptiness I immediately felt and would continue to feel over the next days/months/years.

But I am reminded there is reason to rejoice...

As my 5-year old exclaimed, "Grandpa went to Heaven today!  He got a new body!"  Praise God!
(She then said, "Oh rats, he got to go before us.")

He fought so hard and endured more in his lifetime than any one person should ever have to.  I was blessed enough to take care of him and to have such a unique, close relationship with him.  I feel honored to call him my Dad, to have him care for me all of my days, to have been with him in his final days on earth and to hold his body as he made his way to Heaven. 

My heart still aches and my stomach still sinks as I long to just speak with Dad one more time. He was always so good at comforting me and offering sound advice. I see his humor and compassion in my young daughter and in my brother (a spitting-image of my Dad).  I am reminded daily what a great man he is!  I miss him dearly and I will always love him completely.

As my family grieves and supports each other through this time, I will be putting all else on hold.

Thank you all for your continued prayers for my Dad and our family.

With Love,

Rachael
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18 comments:

  1. Sara @ CleverPinkPirate.comJune 2, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Rachael, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you hugs and prayers.

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  2. ASPJune 2, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    So sorry for your loss. Cancer just sucks. I lost my Dad almost 3 years ago and not a day goes by that I wouldn't love to just call him up and tell him how much I love him. My condolences.

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  3. Heather BowerJune 2, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    I feel your pain I lost my mom about 6 months ago and it's the worst pain anyone should have to go through...that was such a sweet post. I'll keep your family in my prayers!

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  4. DanielleJune 2, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    i am so sorry to hear about your father... now he will be your angle as im sure you were his! i will keep you and your father in my prayers.

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  5. LeonorJune 2, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    There is no getting over the loss of a loved one but, with time, you will cope and with your memories, your Dad lives on.
    With most sincere condolences.

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  6. LindaJune 2, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    I'm just so sorry to hear this. I love my daddy so much and can only imagine how deep the pain must go.

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  7. jeannap1June 2, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    My prayers go to you and your family. I know how you are feeling, since I lost my mother and father within 9 months of each other. Stay strong.

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  8. AnonymousJune 2, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    My prayers are with you and your family. I lost my mom in January after a long battle with breast cancer. It does get better even though it seems like the pain will never end. Just know he's in a better place and no longer suffering.

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  9. momof5gramof5June 2, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Your post was a beautiful tribute to your father and I loved what your daughter shared. I lost my mother about 3 weeks ago on Mother's Day to cancer and the pain is so severe sometimes it physically hurts. I hope your faith and family will help you through your loss. Best of luck.

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  10. AnonymousJune 2, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Rachael, Thanks for sharing....This fall will be the 10th anniversary of the loss of my own Dad to cancer at age 59.....I most certainly feel your pain! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort in the loving memories that you so obviously have.

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  11. The PetersonsJune 2, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    So sorry to hear of your loss. May you be enfolded in the arms of His love as you go through such a difficult time.

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  13. kimJune 4, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Rachael, May God hold you and your family especially close to Him during this time of healing. I am so sorry for your loss.

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  14. Catrina SchnursteinJune 7, 2011 at 5:12 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my dad and father in law 3 years ago to cancer.

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  15. JulieJune 28, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    Just came across your post and wanted to let you know how sorry I am about your loss. Many prayers for you and your family.

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  16. MandieJuly 10, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Praying for you and your family Rachael!

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  17. FreeCouponsShopAugust 10, 2011 at 4:44 AM

    felt really sorry. just came across your post. My prayers are with you.

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  18. Deepali BarthwalAugust 11, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    Rachael you'll be in my prayers and hope your Dad soul stays in heaven.

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