Thursday, August 30, 2012

R.I.P., Old Salt


My father, the Old Salt, passed away yesterday. We knew it was coming, but other than having the chance to say goodbye, it didn't make it any easier. Ultimately, it wasn't the cancer that got him, but rather the repeated infections due to his chemotherapy-compromised immune system. With each infection he got weaker, and didn't bounce back as quickly. This last one was it.

DAD WITH HIS CAT, LILY. HE WAS SO ALLERGIC TO HER, BUT HE LOVED HER (AND SHE ADORED HIM)!

I take comfort in knowing he's not in pain anymore, and that he is now with his beloved wife Bette, who lost her battle with cancer eight years ago.

Daddy, I miss you so much. You left a big empty place that no one can fill.

19 comments:

  1. I am so sorry for your loss. It's hard no matter how it happens. Both my parents are gone & I miss them every day.

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  2. Cindy - I'm so sorry about your father! Please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers!

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  3. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. A darn infection (comprimised immune system as a result of chemo) took my daddy as well. I love the picture of your dad with his kitty - there is a whole lot of love there. You are in my prayers.

    Fellow crafter,

    Ivy

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  4. God be with you and comfort you. The loss of a parent is incredibly painful. Big hug to you.

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  5. God hold you close as you grieve, Cindy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  6. So very sorry for your loss. Take care.

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  7. Cindy, I'm sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts are with you and your family.

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  8. So sorry for your loss. Your dad sounds like a wonderful man. He looks kind and gentle and the picture with his kitty is priceless. Sending a huge hug your way. Thinking of you.

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  9. My condolences. I am so sorry for your loss.

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  10. So sorry to hear about your loss. May all the wonderful memories provide some comfort during this difficult time.

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  11. Cindy, I know exactly how you feel. When my Dad passed (2003) I was heart broken He was gone but happy He was no longer in merciless pain. The ones that go are in a better place than the ones left behind. And of course we don't want them to go but we have to let them in the end. Take care and soon the memories will just be the good ones.

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  12. Cindy, What a wonderful tribute to your dad! Our prayers are with you and I'm glad he is no longer in pain.

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  14. Big hugs, Cindy. What wonderful pictures. Wish I was closer. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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  15. I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. It's never easy to say good-bye to a parent or a loved one. I feel your pain! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this hard time.

    {{Hugs}}
    Tracey

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  16. My condolences on your loss. I hope that all your loving memories provide you comfort.

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  17. cindy, i am so deeply sorry for the lost of your beloved dad. i lost my daddy two years ago tomorrow and i know how painful it is. i am sending you love and hugs and pray that God brings you comfortl

    a stamping friend,
    jeannine

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  18. My sincere sympathies to you on the loss of your father. I loved seeing the pictures of your dad with his cat and the stories of your stamping lessons with him. My sister introduced me to stamping and I miss her every day since her death nearly five years ago. Your posts touched my heart. I wish you many blessings.

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  19. Oh, Cindy, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Lots of prayers and {{{hugs}}} coming your way. Your father was so blessed in his life and in his family (especially his devoted daughter).

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