My long, personal nightmare is over

[SharonRB]

My mother passed last night peacefully in her sleep.

We had a rushed service at 1:00 this afternoon so they could get her body to the airport by 2:30 to make a flight to Newark. Then they'll take her to Kennedy to get on a flight to Israel at 2:20 a.m. tomorrow. My father is catching a 5:00 flight to Newark and two of my nieces, one from Baltimore and one from Lakewood NJ will meet him there and take him to Kennedy and spend a few hours with him before he boards that early a.m. flight to Israel. She will be buried after they arrive in Israel at about 7 p.m. tomorrow night, Israel time.


Thanks to all of you for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time for me and my family. It's helped to know I have so many friends in cyberspace. I love you all. :hug:

[Patsy Stone]

1. Peace to you and your family, Sharon.

:hug:

[SharonRB]

3. Thanks, Pats

:hug:

[Berry Cool]

2. Sharon, I know our hearts are all with you.

She's at peace now.

We're keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. :hug:

[SharonRB]

4. Thanks, Berry

:hug:

[SeattleGirl]

5. Peace and comfort to you and your family, Sharon.

:hug:

[SharonRB]

6. Thanks, SG

I know it's still rough for you,too.

:hug:

[CC]

7. I am so sorry and my heart goes out to

you and your family. It is so hard to lose a loved one even when it is expected. I never believed it was any easier if you knew it was coming though there is that normal, justified relief that our loved one is no longer suffering. Missing is still missing though. Sending lots of :hug:s and healing thoughts your way.
For you- http://www.jacquielawson.com/viewcard.asp?code=1496269398732&source=jl999

[SharonRB]

10. Thanks so much, CC

:hug:

[RavensChick]

8. My dearest Sharon,

I was so saddened to read the news. You certainly have my deepest sympathy. Cherish the memories, and keep her close to your heart always. She's at peace now, with no more suffering and no more pain. It's gonna be hard the first few weeks but in time you'll know that God knew best to call her home.

You can PM me anytime, and I have you on my prayer list.

May the Lord keep you and the family at this difficult hour.

Love Always,
Shelly S. a.k.a. RavensChick

:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[SharonRB]

11. Thanks, RC

:hug:

[Botany]

9. If I knew the words to say to take the pain away I would .....

.... but sadly I am lacking in that skill but I am glad that
her suffering is over and the peace your family will have
knowing that her body will now rest for the rest of time
in Israel. I also hope that you are taking care of yourself
too.

tom

[SharonRB]

12. Thanks, Bot

:hug:

Now I do have to get started on myself. With the coming warmer weather, I'll finally be able to get outside to walk and try to get back in shape. It's been a very rough winter, both emotionally and physically.

[Botany]

13. Go find a park and look for some "Spring Beauty" wildflowers

Forest Floor plant .... you should have tons around where you live ....
they should be blooming any day now ... we hit 75 in Columbus today

[SharonRB]

16. Only in the low 60s here

I think that's about what it should be all week.

[WolverineDG]

14. Sharon, I'm so sorry.

:( :hug: :loveya:

dg

[SharonRB]

15. Thanks, DG

:hug:

[RevCheesehead]

17. Sharon, all my love goes out to you and your dad...

There aren't enough words to convey the pain, the relief, the sadness... so I offer you a whole bunch of hugs...
:hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug:

Please feel free to call me if you need to talk.

[SharonRB]

18. Thanks, Rev

I appreciate the offer. You're so right -- it's all there. The pain, the relief and the sadness. I'm glad she's at peace now, but it's so difficult for the rest of us.

[GigiMommy]

19. Oh Sharon

I don't know what to say. There are tears welling up in my eyes. Much peace and comfort to you and your family. If you need anything, let me know. :hug:

[SharonRB]

20. Thanks, Gigi

I'll be at home all week for visitors. If you're interested in stopping by, PM me and I'll send you my address. You're the only one in the KOEB who could actually come here in person, and it would mean a lot if you could do it.

[bunny planet]

21. Sharon I just got your message as I was boarding the plane to come back from

California. I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family have been through so much these past months, with your mom's sudden illness. She is at peace now and it is beautiful that she is being brought to a place she loved for her final resting place. My heart goes out to your dad for his long journey and to have lost his life's companion. I will speak with you soon. Until then, all my love, again, I'm so sorry, as much as mere words can express.


:hug:

[SharonRB]

23. Thanks, sweetie

Hope you had a great trip and a successful show.

[Greylyn58]

22. I am so sorry for your loss.

It is never easy to lose a loved one, but hopeful peace will reside with you and your family now. Your mom is at rest and no longer in pain.

I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. :hug: Know that we all are here for you if you need us. :grouphug:

[SharonRB]

24. Thanks, Grey

You will be in my thoughts and prayers on Wednesday. I hope everything goes well.

[bleever]

25. Love and blessings to you and your family, Sharon.

:hug:

Peace be with you all.

[SharonRB]

27. Thanks, Bleever

[mohinoaklawnillinois]

26. Sharon, I'm so sorry to hear of this.

You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. Take care of yourself. :loveya: :hug:

[SharonRB]

28. Thanks, Mo

[Gogi]

29. Peace be with you and your family, Sharon. eom

[SharonRB]

30. Thanks, Gogi

[liberalla]

31. I'm so very sorry for your loss.

The loss of a mother is especially difficult. My mom died about two years ago, and I still miss her. Just try to remember her when she was healthy and vibrant, and know she's at peace now.
Big :hug: to you.

[SharonRB]

32. Thanks, Liberalla

And my condolences to you as well. I'm sure it's still hard even though it's been a couple of years. I'm sure I'll never stop missing her.

[marlakay]

33. Hang in there Sharon

Take it a day at a time.

[SharonRB]

34. Thanks, marlakay

That's what I've been doing. :hug: