My dad just died

[Psalms18_28]

I just now read this but wished I read this sooner. I am sorry about your dad. You and your family are in my prayers.

Sorry that you have to deal with losing your dad on your birthday. I know how hard it is to have so much memories of someone you love on a special occasions like birthdays. I was going to say happy birthday, but I know on that day, you probably won't feel so happy.

[Larry02]

In prayer..

[Sojourner]

Sorry this is late....I've been off here all week, but may the Lord comfort you and your family during this time.

[anime4christ]

Thanks guys. I'm happy to see that my mom and sisters are doing better. The first two days, my mom cried so much, but now she says that the thought that my dad is with the Lord comforts her. Yeah, she still cried some today after the funeral, but she is doing better today. I was afraid my smallest sister would cry today when she saw my dad's body in the casket, because she was daddy's girl, but I didn't notice her crying today (I don't know if she did or not). Thanks again for your prayers.

[Jerry]

It is very hard to see your loved one prepared for burial - but it does bring closure and gives you an opportunity to come to grips with the grief. My Dad passed away the end of last March, and my Mom did 1/2 a year before that. They are both with the Lord now and that does bring tremendous comfort.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me;
Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me.
Psalm 23:4

Through This Valley

There's a shadow looming over me, and the pain is often near;
There's a storm cloud on the horizon, and the thunder causes fear;
But in the midst of this uncertainty, MY LORD IS ALWAYS HERE!

Through this Valley, with these tears, walking onward I go,
Not running in a hurry, nor lagging behind too slow;
For there's a peace within my heart - MY LORD IS HERE - I KNOW!

The journey can't be much longer - oh, this body aches and moans;
Though just around another corner, ahead is my eternal home;
And I know within THIS Valley, I AM NOT WALKING ALONE!

There's a hand that I am holding,
though the path is rough and steep;
There's a promise that I can cling to,
that I know my Lord will keep -
FOR THE LORD IS STILL MY SHEPHERD,
AND I AM STILL HIS SHEEP!

Oh, what is that on the horizon? A glimpse of golden streets...
My heart's so filled with wonder - as face to face we meet -
Now with joy I can see Jesus - and I worship at His feet;
THROUGH THIS VALLEY, TO THE SAVIOUR,
and my journey is complete.

September 19th/05
Jerry Bouey

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life:
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
Psalm 23:6

[anime4christ]

Thanks Jerry.

BTW, the first time I was at that cemetery (maybe around 4 years ago), I saw this one dark gray gravestone with a photo on it where a little Russian girl, 2 years old, was buried. Every time I see it, it makes me a little sad. I don't know why, but I remembered that grave better than any other, even though I never knew her or her family. I saw it today again too. Not that it has anything to do with my dad's funeral, but I just thought I'd tell u guys about it.

[nodnarb]

I just read this and I am so sorry to hear about your lose Lexy. I am praying for you guys.

[anime4christ]

Thanks.