This past Friday a wonderful friend was called "Home". He was doing what he always did driving his tractor and working in the yard. I am sure that his day most likely started with morning devotions and working on a Sudoko puzzle...then time to go outdoors and work. After 87 years he had a routine.
His grandson of 20 something had stopped to visit while his beloved wife of 67 years fixed them lunch.
How could anyone know that a tragic accident was about to happen... the tractor would overturn and crush him underneath.
This gentleman was my Dad's best friend. In losing him it once again reminded me how truly fragile life can be.
Like many of you I have had to say goodbye far too often in this past year to loved ones, neighbors and friends...one being my dear mom.
Death is a real part of living and we never know when it will be our time or of someone we love.
How important to walk and live each day as if it is your last for someday it will be.
So I will leave you with this thought...hug someone you love...tell them what they mean to you...forgive anyone who has hurt you and ask forgiveness for hurting another and above all seek "His" peace. We really only are here for a brief time.
"Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes." James 4:14
God Bless
Debbie
Hugs, so hard to lose someone. sending along my sympathies and love
ReplyDeleteDebbie, I am so sorry to hear about your friend. How sad. You're right, we just never know. We need to appreciate each day. Your words are very touching.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry for your sad news, Debbie. Life truly is fragile - perhaps that is what makes it so precious. A touching post. Heart hugs, Brenda xo
ReplyDeleteDear Debbie,
ReplyDeleteYes, we never know. Life is much more fragile than we admit and too often think it's never too late. I was just rereading one of my old Another Perfect Day posts this morning from 2014 on this very topic! I have no doubt that this friend's passing, as sudden and painful it is to each of you who cared about him, will bring someone closer to receiving God's gift of salvation, and for that, we can find peace in knowing God cares for us and wants none of us to be lost. 💕
I am so sorry you had to face this loss. Even if death is a part of life it doesn't make it any easier to deal with especially when it is a tragic death such as this. Big hugs.
ReplyDeleteSo terribly sorry to hear of this tragic loss. My prayers to the family at this sad time.
ReplyDeleteThank you Dawn for stopping by and remembering the family in your prayers. Hope you have a good week. Hugs!
DeleteHugs, prayers and sympathy for the loss of your dear friend
ReplyDeleteDebbie, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved friend who you've
ReplyDeleteknown for so many years. You are right in your words today, "we never know,"
as just last week my dear nephew died, (my brother's son). We grew up together,
and I have been saddened for awhile. I am sending you comforting thoughts
and lots of love today, Debbie. The verse you shared is just right for your post
about your beloved friend. : )
~Sheri
Beautiful sentiments in a sad time. Many hugs and prayers.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry Debbie. This is so sad. Prayers for you and your friend's family. Thank you for this post.
ReplyDeleteBonsoir chère Debbie,
ReplyDeleteC'est avec une grande tristesse que je lis tes mots... J'imagine ta peine et je te présente mes très sincères condoléances pour toi et sa famille et amis.
Tout comme toi, ces derniers mois j'ai malheureusement perdu des amis chers, mon mentor et le mois dernier mon ami sculpteur qui m'a initiée...
Prends bien soin de toi,
Je t'embrasse affectueusement,
Gros bisous
Thank you for the reminder, to live each day as if it is our last day. Because, we never know when is our time. We must live with much love for others, change our anger with love and forgiveness. I am really touched with your post today. Continue to take care and God bless you with good health.
ReplyDeleteDebbie, I am so sorry for the loss of your friend. We never know when we will be called, so it is a good idea to love those close to us and treasure our moments of joy. Things can change so quickly! Hugs and prayers go out to all of you.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about your dear friend dying in such a tragic way. But he is living forever in joy and no more sorrow or suffering. Prayers and blessings!
ReplyDeleteQuerida Debbie, siento mucho la pérdida de tu madre y tantos seres queridos que tiene el rumbo a otra vida. . Es tiempo de meditación y contemplación para darle otro sentido a la vida, ya que es tan frágil e inesperada. Tomar cada día al amanecer y agradecer a Nuestro Señor la alegría de poder despertar y aprovechar sanamente este día. Un abrazo a la distancia. Bendiciones!!
ReplyDeleteDear friend...thank you so much for your sweet words. Yes those of us who believe in the Lord know we will see those in Him again. Take care. Hugs!
DeleteSo sorry to hear about your friend. We never know what tomorrow will bring.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you, Debbie.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss.