Hand in Hand

[handinhand]

my mom told me that she really hoped that my dad and us kids would go to this forum after and get support. I am so grateful for it. i really think she can somehow see all of these responses. she was truly a special lady. Barry- it made me laugh that she called u "Berry", that is SO her) we would always laugh at how she spelled things. She had her hard days, but she was amazing at how strong she was. she made the most of every singe day, right up until the end. and I know that that is what she would want all u you to do also. I can't even imagine what you are going through. She, and anyone that is struck with this disease, are amazing people that will one day be blessed more than they can comprehend. Jen

 

[pmbenb83]

Dear Kirk Family, I am so very sorry for your loss of your dear mom and wife. I also enjoyed Linda's posts and inspiration. She will be missed by us all.

Sending my best to you all.

 

[KeeKer]

Sending you all ((((hugs)))). Can't imagine the pain you are having right now, but know that Linda left you all with so many happy memories! Will always miss her sense of humor.

 

[Blubear]

Dear Jen and Lance,
Thank you so much for letting us know how things are going. I have such a deep deep sadness over the loss of her. It seems everywhere I go, I see someone who looks just like her, and I burst into tears. She was such a gentle loving soul. I want to share with you one thing that she told me. (if you hit search under paranormal experiences you will see it) My husband died suddenly almost 3 years ago. I was going through a particularly hard time this past May because it was our wedding anniversary coming up. I was just crying hysterically at my computer one night, and I felt a pat on my shoulder. An UNMISTAKABLE pat. It stopped my crying right away. I knew it was my husband trying to comfort me. When I posted that experience, Linda responded that it gave her goose bumps, because she so hoped that somehow someway she would be able to do that for all of you after she was gone. Look around for the clues, she is still with you right now, making sure you are all okay. I personally had a lot of experiences right after my husband died, and then over time not so many, except in times of extreme distress. I can still feel her love and concern for me she always had. (My father has ALS, and right now my daughter is very sick as well, and with what all happened to Lindsay we talked a lot about all our worries) I still cannot get over that I will not be talking to her anymore. Death is just so very hard. She was such a hugely loved family member here, we are all still reeling in grief. Can you please message me and give me your address? It's okay to post it here, but if you are uncomfortable with it, just send a private message, and I can also see to it that all of her friends that loved her so much gets it. Please keep us up on how you are doing. It was such a major concern of hers that all of you will be okay. In her honor, we will all be there for you to help you through this difficult time. It is what she wanted. What she can no longer do, we shall try and do it for her.
Love and Hugs to your entire family,
Kari

 

[Danijela]

Very sad to hear of Linda's passing. She left me a note on my page some months ago, asking about the baby, so kind. Dani

 

[handinhand]

Hi all handinhand (Lindas') friends, this is Little Richard. I just read every post in this thread as I lay here in bed the night before my family heads for Pagosa Springs for my beautiful mom's funeral and then burial. I just want all of you to know how much it means to me that you all have such kind words for my mom and our family. We are all so blessed to have been part of my mom's life, as she was blessed to have such good people surrounding her. The times ahead will be tough. And, although we are filled with sadness and the feeling of such great loss, the memories of my mom's words and love will eventually fill that void with the sweet things she created. I will continue to read your postings on this forum and leave messages from time to time. Please know that our family will look out for each other and we will all be fine. We will miss mom greatly but we find strength in knowing we are on a path that leads us all back together again. Mom, I love and miss you tons and tons already. I love you to the moon and back, I know you love us more but we love you so much I know you feel it in heaven! Richard II

 

[dldred]

What a wonderful family you have, your mom must be so proud as she looks down on you. It should be our job to ease your pain, but somehow you are helping to ease our pain. Please take comfort on knowing how many lives your mom touched and how special she was to so many people. She will always be a part of us. Thank you.

Dana

 

[Mick n Ang]

so sorry for your loss, she was a truly lovely lady x

 

[tdamess]

your mom loved yous all and would be very proud

 

[Blubear]

So nice to hear from you Richard II. I am glad you are holding up fine hun. I so wish I could be there for the service this weekend. Its so hard when we get so attached to people here, and we dont ever get to physically see them. It is truly like a member of our family has passed. I just miss Linda so very very much. It will take me a long time to get used to not hearing from her. Please know that our love for her passes down to all of you, and that we are all holding you close in our hearts and in our prayers.
Hugs, Kari

 

[handinhand]

‎"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass....it's about learning to dance in the rain."

 

[hopeful warrior]

Please accept our condolences for your beautiful mother. She is such a lovely, kind spirit who is loved very much. I am so very sorry for the pain your family has been through but am grateful she suffers no longer.

 

[rose]

Linda was such a lovely lady, inside and out. What stood out to me the most, from the very beginning of her involvement on the forum, was the deep abiding love she held for her family. Many people love their families, but with Linda, it was an extra bright light that she shone on all of them. I remember in a private message from her, how she said she wished she could stay on this earth forever with Richard, that she loved him so much.

I already had found myself thinking of her when I would see chickadees at the feeders in my yard. And now I see them and remember her for one of the sweetest, most gentle spirits I've ever been blessed to know.

My deepest condolences to all of the Kirk family.

 

[Gelthling]

Hi,

I dont come on this forum very often for this very reason - seeing people who helped support me when my mum passed, passed on themselves. I am in absolute tears about Linda. She was such a caring person. Linda had sent me this message after I lost my mum "Hi Tracie, I have wondered how you have been doing? I would want my girls to remember all the good times.. Be glad that i would no longer be suffering . You are like my girls also. Very caring and loving. Take care,It was so good to hear from you, Hugs, Linda" She also wrote another time "Ya know I really think that your Mom is close to you and never very far away. Just trust in that .. I want my husband and kids to know that and believe it" I hope these messages to me from your mum and wife help you to get a little through your grief, as I understand too well how hard it is when your loved one is taken from you.

She told a story once about the birds outside her window - whenever you see those birds, I hope you think of your mum.

Deepest Condolences,
Tracie

 

[handinhand]

Tracie, thanks for that message. I had a hard day today and those quotes from my mom made me cry.. but i and going to try to do that... remember the good times and remember that she is still close by. thank you so much. jen