Footprints of Death...............
I think that all of the people that I have lost would want me to enjoy life and be grateful for life and family during this Thanksgiving season.
My prayers go out to all of those who are still grieving the loss of loved ones at this time. I know that the holiday season can be a terrible time of hurt and pain when you are wishing that loved ones were still present to share the joy of the holidays. God comforts pain, I truly know this to be true.
Happy holidays to all!
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Days 667-699
Footprints of Death...............
I offer my condolences to the Frazier and Myers family for the loss of two amazing men, boxing great Joe Frazier(age 67) and entertainer Heavy D (age 44). They both passed away on 11/8/2011. RIP warriors!
Remembering to laugh, live, and love always and on purpose.
I offer my condolences to the Frazier and Myers family for the loss of two amazing men, boxing great Joe Frazier(age 67) and entertainer Heavy D (age 44). They both passed away on 11/8/2011. RIP warriors!
Remembering to laugh, live, and love always and on purpose.
Thursday, October 6, 2011
re: 665-666
Footprints of Death...............
On October 5, 2011 Steve Jobs, the co-founder of Apple Computers, passed away. My condolences go out to his family. He was such a brilliant innovator when it came to technology. He changed the world with his vision and I hope that he rests in peace.
On October 5, 2011 Steve Jobs, the co-founder of Apple Computers, passed away. My condolences go out to his family. He was such a brilliant innovator when it came to technology. He changed the world with his vision and I hope that he rests in peace.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Days 629-664
Footprints of Death...............
I have no complaints which is why I have not written on this blog in over a month. I've been so busy and happy with living that I do not feel the turmoil or pain associated with loss. God is good! In my opinion, God is the only one who can heal the pain of losing someone and fill those voids up again. Simply amazing!
I sincerely hope and pray that all people who are experiencing loss will continue to seek God for help and healing through the grief process because he is the only one that can heal and restore a broken heart. It is important to experience the five stages of grief and to allow oneself to heal. It's taken me two years since my Dad passed away to feel good again. My aunt, who was a like a second mother, passed away last year, but I am happy that she does not have to suffer anymore, so I have come to terms with her loss also. Grief is a process, but it should not last forever. Life is too precious not to live it to the fullest.
Remembering to laugh, live, and love always and on purpose.
I have no complaints which is why I have not written on this blog in over a month. I've been so busy and happy with living that I do not feel the turmoil or pain associated with loss. God is good! In my opinion, God is the only one who can heal the pain of losing someone and fill those voids up again. Simply amazing!
I sincerely hope and pray that all people who are experiencing loss will continue to seek God for help and healing through the grief process because he is the only one that can heal and restore a broken heart. It is important to experience the five stages of grief and to allow oneself to heal. It's taken me two years since my Dad passed away to feel good again. My aunt, who was a like a second mother, passed away last year, but I am happy that she does not have to suffer anymore, so I have come to terms with her loss also. Grief is a process, but it should not last forever. Life is too precious not to live it to the fullest.
Remembering to laugh, live, and love always and on purpose.
Monday, August 29, 2011
re: Days 613-628
Footprints of Death...............
"I'm Every Woman" is one of my favorite Chaka Khan songs. I like it because it makes me feel empowered. Unfortunately, one of the authors' of that song passed away. Nickolas Ashford, of the Ashford & Simpson husband-wife( singer, songwriter, production) duo, born May 4, 1941 passed away on August 22, 2011. The music community and fans like myself are saddened. It really does hurt when a great human being passes on. R.I.P. Mr. Ashford my prayers are with your family. I hope that God will comfort the hearts of your family.
I hope we all remember to laugh, live, and love always and on purpose.
"I'm Every Woman" is one of my favorite Chaka Khan songs. I like it because it makes me feel empowered. Unfortunately, one of the authors' of that song passed away. Nickolas Ashford, of the Ashford & Simpson husband-wife( singer, songwriter, production) duo, born May 4, 1941 passed away on August 22, 2011. The music community and fans like myself are saddened. It really does hurt when a great human being passes on. R.I.P. Mr. Ashford my prayers are with your family. I hope that God will comfort the hearts of your family.
I hope we all remember to laugh, live, and love always and on purpose.
Sunday, August 14, 2011
re: Days 593-612
Footprints of Death...............
A relative of my friend's passed away. He passed on 8/7/11. He was such a nice man. He always had a smile for everyone. He will be missed.
No matter how many times it happens, death always leaves me feeling totally unprepared, maybe because it always makes me question my own mortality. Of course, we all know that we will die one day, but when death happens it kind of brings clarity on how one should spend their time living. For me, I pray everyday that I am spending my time wisely.
Rembering to laugh, live, and love always an on purpose.
A relative of my friend's passed away. He passed on 8/7/11. He was such a nice man. He always had a smile for everyone. He will be missed.
No matter how many times it happens, death always leaves me feeling totally unprepared, maybe because it always makes me question my own mortality. Of course, we all know that we will die one day, but when death happens it kind of brings clarity on how one should spend their time living. For me, I pray everyday that I am spending my time wisely.
Rembering to laugh, live, and love always an on purpose.
Monday, July 25, 2011
Days 588-592
Footprints of Death...............
I'm feeling better today. I am starting to mellow out again after a few abrupt deaths that really affected me greater than I thought that they would. I am taking it day by day and working hard to replenish my soul with scripture reading, singing, and writing. I am also diarying every night and reading old diary entries from years ago. I noticed that my past diary entries were sad, but I like the way I have progressed as a person.
I don't feel the need to go through the 5 stages of grief on this blog.
I hope that everyone that I know continues to live and love always and on purpose.
I'm feeling better today. I am starting to mellow out again after a few abrupt deaths that really affected me greater than I thought that they would. I am taking it day by day and working hard to replenish my soul with scripture reading, singing, and writing. I am also diarying every night and reading old diary entries from years ago. I noticed that my past diary entries were sad, but I like the way I have progressed as a person.
I don't feel the need to go through the 5 stages of grief on this blog.
I hope that everyone that I know continues to live and love always and on purpose.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Days 580-587
Footprints of Death...............
All I can say is that I am desperately praying that God does NOT allow anyone that I know to die within the next year. I need a break from death. I know that is is inevitable, but I need a break from it. I know that this may just be wishful thinking, but I thought it was worth a try just to speak my needs in the open.
Truth is, if someone else that I know passes away, I doubt that I will be able to attend their service, because I need a break from the feelings that death brings.
Remember to live life on purpose!
All I can say is that I am desperately praying that God does NOT allow anyone that I know to die within the next year. I need a break from death. I know that is is inevitable, but I need a break from it. I know that this may just be wishful thinking, but I thought it was worth a try just to speak my needs in the open.
Truth is, if someone else that I know passes away, I doubt that I will be able to attend their service, because I need a break from the feelings that death brings.
Remember to live life on purpose!
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Days 537-579
Footprints of Death...............
I am happy to report that after an extended bout with sickness, I finally feel well enough to write here again. I have experienced illness and now I can say that I have experienced God's healing. Just like God has healed my grief-stricken soul, he has healed my body. Praise Jesus!
Since I have been away I have lost two father figures in my life. The first one was my best friend's Dad, whom I called Papa Stephen (4/10/11) and another father figure whom I called Papa Bates (6/7/11). Although they will both be missed, I hope they rest in peace.
I am wishing everyone a happy and healthy day! Let's not waste our energy, time, or love on things that do not matter much, but let's choose to share our lives with others as God has given us the ability to do so.
Remember to laugh, live, and love always and on purpose.
I am happy to report that after an extended bout with sickness, I finally feel well enough to write here again. I have experienced illness and now I can say that I have experienced God's healing. Just like God has healed my grief-stricken soul, he has healed my body. Praise Jesus!
Since I have been away I have lost two father figures in my life. The first one was my best friend's Dad, whom I called Papa Stephen (4/10/11) and another father figure whom I called Papa Bates (6/7/11). Although they will both be missed, I hope they rest in peace.
I am wishing everyone a happy and healthy day! Let's not waste our energy, time, or love on things that do not matter much, but let's choose to share our lives with others as God has given us the ability to do so.
Remember to laugh, live, and love always and on purpose.
Monday, May 30, 2011
Days 518-536
Footprints of Death...............
I am amazed by the chain of events that have been happening in my life. I feel closer to God and I feel like God is taking me to a new level in Him. My relationship with God has been the key to my ability to make it through the darkness of grief. Recently, I was beginning a relationship. After a few months, I knew in my heart that this man was not the kind of man for me. I started to pick fights with him because I wanted him to leave me alone. It worked. Later on, someone asked me, "how are you going to deal with the loss of the relationship?" I said, "Well, it was not a "relationship" yet. Also, if I made it through the death of my parents, my aunt, and my great-aunt, which were the people I loved and that really loved me back, then I can make it through ANYTHING!" I was so proud of myself for that one statement because it was honest and I really felt the truth of that statement in my soul. How can I feel encouraged and hopeful for the future when I have lost so many loved ones? It must be the grace of God.
I am amazed by the chain of events that have been happening in my life. I feel closer to God and I feel like God is taking me to a new level in Him. My relationship with God has been the key to my ability to make it through the darkness of grief. Recently, I was beginning a relationship. After a few months, I knew in my heart that this man was not the kind of man for me. I started to pick fights with him because I wanted him to leave me alone. It worked. Later on, someone asked me, "how are you going to deal with the loss of the relationship?" I said, "Well, it was not a "relationship" yet. Also, if I made it through the death of my parents, my aunt, and my great-aunt, which were the people I loved and that really loved me back, then I can make it through ANYTHING!" I was so proud of myself for that one statement because it was honest and I really felt the truth of that statement in my soul. How can I feel encouraged and hopeful for the future when I have lost so many loved ones? It must be the grace of God.
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