Sunday, June 4, 2017

Heaven

I have been pondering heaven of late.

My dear father passed away two weeks ago on a Sunday morning.

He slipped away from us ever so gently into the arms of  the Lord.

His love and faith for God, family, and country left a legacy that will live on in all of  the hearts who knew him.

There is much I could write but grief is just too fresh to allow the words to flow.

Let me simply finish by saying I know that my Dad is finally home in heaven.   "...No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him."  1 Cor. 2:9 (NIV)

God Bless!

Debbie
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26 comments:

  1. LindaJune 4, 2017 at 6:20 PM

    Debbie, such a lovely post. This brought tears to my eyes. Sending you much love and warm hugs. Thank you so much for sharing.

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  2. Joan TavolottJune 4, 2017 at 7:15 PM

    Oh, Debbie, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I am glad that his passing was gentle and that you were able to be there. He passed from loving hands here on earth to the loving hands of the Lord. Wishing you wonderful memories of him to comfort you and your family. Love and hugs to you, my friend.

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  3. Salty Pumpkin StudioJune 4, 2017 at 8:56 PM

    Sympathies and prayers for your loss, Debbie

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  4. JudyJune 5, 2017 at 12:53 AM

    Oh Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss.

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  5. Libby FifeJune 5, 2017 at 3:59 AM

    Debbie,

    I am sorry. I sort of wondered but was just waiting for you.
    I know you have a strong faith and so I hope that will help.
    Take care of yourself, dear friend.
    Libby

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  6. hmuxoJune 5, 2017 at 4:27 AM

    Oh Debbie!!! I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my Dad a few years back and it was like I lost a piece of myself but I know now that he lives forever in my heart as your Dad will. Thoughts and prayers going your way, my friend!!!!

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  7. Carol BlackburnJune 5, 2017 at 6:47 AM

    Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss and pray God's peace upon you and your family.
    When a dear loved one is removed from this earth it makes everything else seem so trivial.

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  8. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comJune 5, 2017 at 7:15 AM

    What a gift to be with him as he slipped away into the arms of God and his eternal home.
    I pray that your faith will allow you to see rainbows through your tears
    Knowing that you will be joyfully reunited one day.
    My heart and prayers are with you and your family.

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  9. donna bakerJune 5, 2017 at 7:41 AM

    God bless you too Debbie.

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  10. VictoriaJune 5, 2017 at 8:35 AM

    Debbie, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

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  11. Carol FlattJune 5, 2017 at 8:36 AM

    I'm sorry, Debbie, to hear of your father's passing. He sounds like a truly wonderful man. Rest assured God has him in His care as you also are, my friend.

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  12. SUSSEXMOUSEJune 5, 2017 at 2:59 PM

    I feel so sad for you. Take care now. Marion x

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  13. Kathy A. JohnsonJune 5, 2017 at 5:30 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear about your dad, Debbie. My thoughts are with you and your family.

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  14. Chris LallyJune 5, 2017 at 7:32 PM

    May you continue to find comfort in knowing that your Dad's spirit has returned to God who gave it, and in knowing that you will be reunited with your father someday, Debbie.

    Although you do not grieve as those who have no hope, you still grieve.
    I pray that God holds you tight during this incredibly painful process.
    You and your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

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  15. Sue (this n that)June 5, 2017 at 8:51 PM

    Sending you warm thoughts Debbie xx

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  16. RH CarpenterJune 6, 2017 at 7:00 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss, Debbie. Sending you (((HUGS))) at this time.

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  17. Celia BlancoJune 6, 2017 at 11:50 PM

    I am so sorry about your father’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. A really BIG hug you Debbie!

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  18. LinJune 7, 2017 at 4:41 AM

    Oh hon -- my deepest condolences .....

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  19. JaneJune 9, 2017 at 10:49 AM

    A really BIG hug Debbie , one day you will be together again .

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  20. martinealisonJune 11, 2017 at 5:06 AM

    Bonjour chère Debbie,

    Je suis sincèrement désolée d'apprendre une si triste nouvelle... Aucun mot ne peut soulager ta peine... Une pensée particulière pour toi, ta famille et tes amis.
    Gros bisous

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  21. BarbaraJune 12, 2017 at 3:18 AM

    Dear Debbie, I’m so, so sorry to read about your loss. My own lovely dad died more than thirty years ago, but I still miss him. The nice thing is I now smile when I think about him but I so remember how you are feeling right now. Hugs Barbara

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  22. BarbaraJune 12, 2017 at 3:18 AM

    Dear Debbie, I’m so, so sorry to read about your loss. My own lovely dad died more than thirty years ago, but I still miss him. The nice thing is I now smile when I think about him but I so remember how you are feeling right now. Hugs Barbara

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  23. JANE MINTERJune 14, 2017 at 8:54 AM

    Dear Debbie please accept my sincere condolences ...hugs

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  24. Sketchbook WanderingJune 14, 2017 at 4:40 PM

    My heart goes out to you...What a beautiful tribute you shared with us here...Yes, he is in heaven and his spirit will be with you, this I know...

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  25. AnonymousJune 15, 2017 at 2:19 PM

    I'm so very sorry for your loss, Debbie. I hope your happy memories will soon replace some of your sorrow.

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  26. SandiJune 16, 2017 at 10:09 AM

    My deepest condolences, Debbie. I lost my Dad three years ago. I can't believe it has been that long.

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