Truly Humbled …

Posted by at Oct 11, 2012 9:53 pm

I came home tonight after burying my father, a man I loved with all my heart, who gave me everything he had and made me who I am, to find out that three women I CHOSE as family, have posted something that might as well have been written by me about my dad. This shows how well Julie, Janelle and Leslie know me, how well they read me, how they see what is in my heart. I couldn’t have gotten through this day without knowing I had their unqualified, undying, unique brand of support even long distance. I admit, I haven’t yet been able to bring myself to read all your comments. I’m raw and fragile and not sure I can take anymore crying or emotion. But I know to the depths of my soul how lucky I am not just to have my plotmonkey sisters, but the visitors to this blog, who have created not a community but a family of sorts. With everything in me, I thank you all. xo

22 Comments

22 thoughts on “Truly Humbled …

  1. 1
    Linda Henderson says:

    I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you healing and strength.

  2. 2
    Nicole M. says:

    So sorry for your loss. Please take care of yourself. Sending you many positive thoughts and prayers.

  3. 3
    Lauren Dane says:

    I’m holding you and your family in my heart and thoughts. *squeeze*

  4. 4

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family Carly.

  5. 5
    Karen Hawkins says:

    Hugs, my dear. Sisters in heart are sisters indeed. They’ve got your back, so you can sleep sound knowing you’ll get through this tough time.

    I’m sending you hugs, sweetie. Big ones. The next time I see you, I’ll give you one in person.

  6. 6

    I am sorry for your loss. I know there are no words that can take away pain, but I pray a peace that passes all understanding for you and your family.

  7. 7
    Melody May says:

    I’m sorry that this has happen. I know words can’t express what you are going through. *hug*

  8. 8
    Ardie says:

    To Carly and Family.

    Those we love don’t go away,
    They walk beside us every day,
    Unseen, unheard, but always near,
    Still loved, still missed and very dear.
    -Anonymous

    Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. :hugging:

  9. 9
    Gale Sroelov says:

    Carly, for reasons that are insignificant, this is the first I’ve read of your father’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss.

  10. 10
    Faith says:

    most heartfelt condolences, prayers for you and your family for your loss. :praying: :hugging:

    your dad sounds like an amazing guy.

  11. 11
    Stephanie says:

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  12. 12
    Heather Snow says:

    I am so very sorry for your loss. This sentiment from Thomas Bailey Aldrich helped me upon the loss of my beloved Nana:

    “That which is lovely never dies, but passes on to other loveliness.”

    I actually have it framed next to her photo, even now, and when I look at it I am reminded that so many of the loveliest things about her live on in me. I hope the thought helps you as well.

  13. 13
    Lyn says:

    My thoughts are with you and your family Karen. My condolences to you and your loved ones.

  14. 14
    DebraG says:

    Losing a father is tough. I am sorry for your loss.

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    Patoct says:

    My deepest sympathies on the loss of your Dad to you and your family. Please know all your cyber buddies are thinking of you.

    In time may your wonderful memories bring smiles to your faces and give you peace.

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    Eileen A-W says:

    I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. My he live on in your memories.

  17. 17

    My heart is breaking for you–I can’t even imagine what you’re going through. Please take good care of yourself! We’re all here for you.

  18. 18
    Kelly m. says:

    So sorry to hear about your father. My deepest sympathies for you and your family.

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    Donna M says:

    Thinking about how you must feel makes my heart hurt. :heart: The poem posted by Ardie & the sentiment by Heather are both thoughts to hold on to the next few days & months. Please take care of yourself. :grouphug:

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    Jennifer W. says:

    A song that brought me a little peace was Josh Groban’s “To Where You Are”

    *hugs*
    Jennifer

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    Chrissy says:

    My thought and prayers are with you and your family. I too have recently in July lost my grandmother but to me she was more then that she was my mother..she hated when I said that to her..but I could only speak the truth. This last weekend was the our first family gathering (Thanksgiving) and already the saddest was so hard..I could only say some days will be hard and others you’ll just smile at the wonderful memories they have left behind…I wish I could give you a hug personally but it’s just a little hard.. :grouphug: from all of us I’m sure.

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    ev says:

    Oh Carly, I am so sorry to hear this. I am so behind in my reading of blogs, that I am just finding this out. My heart goes out to you- I know the loss of a father. My thoughts are with you and your family. :hugging:

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