Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Have you ever simply felt like the
smashed bug on the windshield?
I have.
In the course of the last two weeks,
I said good-bye to my Mom.....
I said good-bye to my hospice patient......
I said good-bye to my dear friend, Norm Williams.......
And yesterday.....yesterday my Hubby fell and broke his hip.......
Yep, smashed bug on the windshield pretty much describes it.
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37 comments:
"Liz, words are inadequate to express the love we have for you and Chuck. You are such a great couple, overcoming unimaginable challenges, yet you survive with your faith even stronger. May God bless you with all the strength, love, compassion, support and care that you need through those whose lives you have touched. I will get better, but thru the Body of Christ we are also in it with you. Let us carry you thru."
Liz I know you have had a difficult day, hope things are improving. Don't mean to be nosey, but wondering how Chuck is doing. I'm continuing to pray for you,Chuck and Sue.
Liz, did I read correctly on Facebook that Chuck broke his hip?????
If so I am so sorry to hear it. I'll put him on my prayer list for that, you are
already on my list but this is for something else so will ask God for some help.
Thinking of you all,
Gene Mason
Dear Liz, I just found out about Chuck and also that he is right now in surgery. I also heard about your friend, so I know your heart is heavy right now. We wanted you to know we are in prayer for Chuck (and you) I don't know when you will read this but I don't want or expect an answer, just letting you know you are in our hearts. I know the Holy Spirit is with you (what would we do without him) Praise the Lord. We will keep in touch with Becky to find out how everything is going. Contact us if you need us.
Mary Lee and Tom
Liz, I am so sorry to hear about Chuck’s fall and resulting surgery. It sounds like the surgery went well, and hope he recovers quickly – knowing Chuck nothing less than quickly will do! I wanted to let you know Chuck & you are in my prayers. And if Bob or I can do anything, please do not hesitate to call.
Becky, thanks for keeping us in the info-pipeline! You are a dear friend to all of us.
Just to let you know a bit of news on us: early this morning my Brother-in-law died. Although he has had a year-long battle with cancer, and many, many set-backs, it seemed like he had finally licked it and was doing well. We went to his doctor on Monday, who said he was doing great. So this morning was a real shock! My Sister and her 2 sons are still in shock. We made a mad dash to Dallas this morning and just back, and will return Friday for the funeral.
Life is so precious, things can change in the blink of an eye. Only God is our true rock to hold onto.
Love you both,
ss
So sorry to read this Liz. I will keep you and Chuck in my prayers.
Stu
Awwww... Liz I'm so sorry...still praying for u! Hope Chuck gets thru this ok too! ((HUGS))
:'( I love you guys and am praying for you both. <3
:'( I love you guys and am praying for you both. <3
:'( I love you guys and am praying for you both. <3
:'( I love you guys and am praying for you both. <3
I'm so sorry to hear about chuck Liz. That's got to be hard on the both of you after all you've been through lately. Poor Chuck, I hope he's not in too much pain. And I hope he'll have a quick recovery and be ok. Hang in there girl friend. You both will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love ya, Denise
"Praying for the both of you
So sorry Liz- I can totally relate to how you're feeling. We've been the bug on the windshield for about 2 years now- sometimes it seems like it will never end- but I'm so thankful that Jesus still carries me along, never sets me down and walks away, but patiently wipes my tears, hums sweet melodies into my subconscious mind, and always provides a hug exactly when I need it. I am praying for you and your wonderful hubby- for courage and peace and most of all rest. I looked at the book you wrote on blurb- so creative and beautiful. God has given you a gift and He certainly isn't done with you yet!"
Dear Liz,
I am so sorry...I can only pray...if only I had words of comfort...or a scripture...but I know that only God can heal your heart and bring comfort and restoration...
If you need me to run errands or stay with Chuck I will....you will be in my constant prayers in the days to come....love you friend...j
I hear ya Liz. Been there. So, so sorry for all of your losses. Life is hard.....
Julie
I know this is not a good morning.. you are tired and weary.. and I could tell by your blog just how you feel.. Been there done it and God I wish my dear friend Liz did not have to go thru it.. Bless your sweet heart and I guess you could tell yesterday how my heart is breaking for you.. as I write this I have tears running dow my cheeks.. I swear I have. Sorry I could not keep it together yesterday..
forgive me.. :(I could see the pain in your eyes and there was nothing I could do.. hopefully
Chuck will do O.K. and not be in too much pain.. I pray for that... and I pray for you to have the strength to keep going and get him thru this..
I do want you to tell me what you would like for me to bring you this weekend if Chuck is home.. and I pray he is .. so just let me know.. dessert and otherwise I'm going to do something.. so just let me know what you would like for it to be.. O.K. ??? Please.. :) I will go because I know you are busy .. remember we love you both so much.. Just rest when you can. o.k.
Cynthia
Morning lady
Sorry to hear about the broken hip. Hope he is doing well and has quick mend
You guys take care
Barry
Oh, Liz, I am SO sorry!!! Is he in the hospital or at home? Was surgery needed? I'm just sick about this!! With much love and sympathy!!! Liz
Dear Liz.
Oh my God. When it rains it pours! I am so sorry to hear about Chuck's fall. I sure wish I was closer to you guys so I could be of some help other than just writing e-mails. Is he in the hospital. If so , can I have the address so I can send him a goofy card to cheer him up. Please keep me informed. I am praying for you. As I said before try to remain strong. I guess asking you to smile may be a tall order right now. I am sure you will do your best. Send my wishes for a speedy recovery to Chuck. Your BFF , Jim.
Liz,
I’m sorry you’re going through so much right now. I can only imagine the heaviness in your heart and the weight you feel on your shoulders. Through your blogs and emails I can tell that your faith is strong, but going through times like this can really shake us. I came across this quote by William Ralph Inge, “Bereavement is the sharpest challenge to our trust in God; if faith can overcome this, there is no mountain which it cannot remove.” This too shall pass, and when it does I believe you’ll come through stronger than ever. You’re in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Lynette
So sorry to hear about Chuck! You are both in our prayers.
Love,
Rita and Dick
Bless you, Child (of God)!
Oh my goodness, Liz!!!! We are going to have to double-up on prayers for you and Chuck. We just hate it that Chuck fell and broke his hip. Please keep us posted on his progress, and what happens next in his treatment program. Bless his heart-----we just love you guys so much and enough already!!!
Bonnie and Dick
WOW There is only soo much one should have to endure...... We r told God doesnt give us more then we can endure GIIRL U MUST B AN AMAZING person. I Can not imagine that much grief in soo short a time. I am sooo sorry u must b overwhelmed to say the least. U R IN MY PRAYERS my heart aches for u.... I love u an am praying for ur dear husbands healing an for huge about of grief u r enduring. and for ur peace of mind.. GOD Bless u both..Remember if satan has u he doesnt torment u..
"Sorry Liz...please keep us up to date on Chuck.."
Hi Liz,
So sorry to hear about Chuck!! Tell him we said Hi and best wishes for a speedy recovery!
Anne & Mark
May God renew you and refresh you and rebuild you, in the name of Jesus! Amen.
I am so sorry Liz, I'll be praying for him!!
Israel
I am so sorry, Liz. My prayers are with you and Chuck. Remember this means God Love You So Much! When he loves someone really a lot, Satan gets his sticky fingers in and wrecks havoc with our lives for awhile, to discourage us. Love, Judy
Liz: Sometimes we wonder how we can cope with more tragedys. Norm was a special guy. Now Chuck breaking his hip, just doesn't seem right. Please tell him we are praying for him. Good thing that he has you. Aren't you glad you did that traveling when you did. At least those are wonderful memories of places seen and friendships made.
Ernie and I have been very sick with Bronchitis. Been over 2 weeks now. Kim & Mike are on their way toConnecticut for their nephews wedding. Take care of yourself as you have to take care of Chuck.
God Bless you all.
Betty
So sorry to hear about Chuck. Hope he is ok. Hang in there and stay strong. Praying for you guys.
Liz,Larry and I would be happy to help out any way we can!"
So sorry to hear about Bur's hip. You are so right about some days you are the
bug. Hope he is doing better today....and hope you are also doing better.
Dang.
Ramona is having a good day today and has been on clear liquids since this
afternoon. Our hope is for y'all to have good days in the near future.
David & Ramona
I’m so sorry to hear Chuck broke his hip! I hope this is the end of bad things happening to good people for a while.
Thoughts and prayers – Jeanne
Dearest Liz,
Go ahead and cry. It's part of grieving. Just let it go, girl. While Chuck's hip is broken, he's still there for you. Let him hold you. Talk about crying....I can't let myself do it. When I cry, I look like I've been on a ten-day bender. My eyes swell like I've been hit in the nose. I've tried ice and cucumbers neither of which work.
When you get Chuck home, which will hopefully be soon, maybe Larry can be with Chuck and you and I can walk for a bit. Sometimes physical exhaustion is the best thing for grief. I'll bring food so you don't have to cook.
Larry also sends his love and we both want to be part of Chuck's recovery.
We love you,
Sandee & Larry
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