So sad

Hi everyone,

I got two bits of very sad news over the weekend. First of all one of the members of another messageboard I used to contribute to frequently passed away on Thanksgiving night. Margaret had been battling cancer for several years and God finally called her home. Bob "knew" her as well. We were both so saddended over the news. Margaret was always such a kind person.:(

The second bit of sad news hits closer to home. Not too long after I found out about Margaret's passing I learned that the son of my former co-worker, Dinah, was shot and killed on Friday night. :( Victor was only 21 and a new father. His baby is only about a month old. I was completely shocked by the news. Even more so than Margaret, for I knew she had been battling health problems for several years.

I've been on the verge of tears all day, thinking about Dinah and her family and Margaret's family. It's things like this that make me want to appreciate my life more and live my life with more joy, love and forgiveness and be kinder to those around me. It's things like this that really help open my heart and realize how precious and fragile life is.

Hugs to you, dear. Sorry so much bad news came all at once....take care! You'll be in my thoughts. :)

OH no! I am truly saddened by your news and will send you lots of hugs and prayers your way not only for you both but for the loss that both families feel

Hugs to you, dear. Sorry so much bad news came all at once....take care! You'll be in my thoughts. :)

Thank you, larasteele.

Hang in there. I'm sure you will be a comfort to those who knew them and will renew your conviction to enjoy each moment.

Sorry that this is such a hard time.

I'm so sorry. Much love and prayers to you and Bob, and the family and friends of those who lost their loved ones.

I'm so sorry!!! Know that I will be thinking of you!
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Thinking about you...love and light

Life is sort of scary, isn't it? Both stories are sad, but I'm relieved that they didn't involve you or Bob directly. When I read your caption and the first part of your first sentence, my heart just stopped. :bighug:

I am so sorry to hear all of this.....esp. at this time of year :(
My prayers are with you and your family and friends.
Blessings, TD

So sorry to hear of this bad news. You are in my prayers.....

I missed this thread until just now.

How sad. I hope that everyone finds peace and comfort right now. Such a terrible sequence of bad news. :(

OH no! I am truly saddened by your news and will send you lots of hugs and prayers your way not only for you both but for the loss that both families feel

Thank you, grumpysgirl

Hang in there. I'm sure you will be a comfort to those who knew them and will renew your conviction to enjoy each moment.

Sorry that this is such a hard time.

thank you, zoliepup

I'm so sorry. Much love and prayers to you and Bob, and the family and friends of those who lost their loved ones.

thank you, Jo

I'm so sorry!!! Know that I will be thinking of you!
:bighug:

thank you, joelstrouble

Thinking about you...love and light

thank you, freespirit

Life is sort of scary, isn't it? Both stories are sad, but I'm relieved that they didn't involve you or Bob directly. When I read your caption and the first part of your first sentence, my heart just stopped. :bighug:

thank you, Rozie

I am so sorry to hear all of this.....esp. at this time of year :(
My prayers are with you and your family and friends.
Blessings, TD

So sorry to hear of this bad news. You are in my prayers.....

thank you, Bella

I missed this thread until just now.

How sad. I hope that everyone finds peace and comfort right now. Such a terrible sequence of bad news. :(

Thank you, Angel

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