To our dear friend Al…
Al,
I’ve been worried and wondering where you were and what was happening in your life. Your words have knocked me off my chair.
Truly, I can’t say how sorry I am to hear this sad news. The conqueror of so many battles with cancer and the ultimate care giver to a loving wife is hurting beyond words.
There is no medicine, no salve that can take away this pain. It is raw and open and must heal with time and love from family and friends.
Al, I don’t have to tell you that you must dig so deeply to find strength from a place in your heart that is reserved only for times like this.
The care giving you gave to your beloved was your final gift to her. You did all the right things, and she was so lucky to have you.
Time for your family to return the gift. YOU are the one in need of care and they will be there to GIVE. Accept it and use it as a cushion to soften the loss.
Prayers and love to you.
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October 25, 2014 @ 12:41 pm
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To our dear friend Al
March 26, 2014 @ 1:00 pm
Al,
You and your family have my love and support and strength.
Laurie,
Even though this is terrible news, thank you for passing it along to us. And for keeping OC going.
March 26, 2014 @ 12:25 pm
Dear Al,
My prayers are with you and your family. My mother had copd and I was her caregiver- it’s been over 20 years but I remember it so well. Thank you for being part of this community, for your comments and strength. Now we will offer that strength and love back to you.
Peace and blessings to you and your family.
– Margaret
March 26, 2014 @ 11:57 am
Dear Al,
From you who have given so much – of time, of prayers, of hope – I join all others here in sending you my deepest sympathies for your loss. May peace be with you and the light in your heart continue to shine. ~ Mo
March 26, 2014 @ 8:44 am
I am so very sorry to hear this. Dear Al, I will hold you in my heart as you begin this walk. Know that those who have walked ahead of you will always be here to help light the way when you’re ready.
March 26, 2014 @ 7:42 am
Al I am so sorry for you loss. I hope you can find some peace and comfort in the good memories. May that buoy your spirits when the darkness floods in.
Peace to you Al.
March 26, 2014 @ 7:04 am
Dear Al,
I’m so sorry to hear about your wife’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have not posted for a long time, but I do visit the OC site often. Thank you Laurie for always being here and God Bless everyone………as always……..still lifting !
March 25, 2014 @ 11:59 pm
Al Cato (tennisbum)
3-8-11
6:02 PM
When you get to the end of your rope……tie a knot and hang on!
March 25, 2014 @ 11:32 pm
Laurie,
I am so thankful that you have kept this blog open to all of us. You have always been the beacon that guided us through our troubled times and I pray Al will find some peace in the friendships that he has here.
Al, my prayers are with you…”lifting”
Laurie
March 25, 2014 @ 6:09 pm
I’m so sorry…I had not read Al’s post.
Al, please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You know you have friends here and we will be here for you when you return. Peace be with you.