Emotional Day

Today was a very emotional day.  One of my friends and fellow Demonstrators Sheri lost her son Mike after fighting a long and courageous battle with cancer.  He leaves behind a young son, and a beautiful wife.  They should have had a lifetime of memories and grown old together, but God had other plans.

Today I witnessed unbelievable strength in a woman that I admire.  Sheri was able to go up in front of the church and talk about grieving, and she is my hero for being able to do that.  Rhonda and I drove together, we were there to support one another, as we knew this would be a hard and emotional day.  We wanted to be there for Sheri, even though she is the one always trying to make sure everyone else is ok. 

Today I attended my first and God willing my last military funeral.  It was beautiful, and to look around that church and at the cemetery and see all those young men and women putting their lives on the line for our freedom just was...I can't even describe in words.  We have two nephews in the military, and I thought of them. I thought if Eric was just a regular kid, I know he would be enlisted that is just the kind of kid he is.  That is the kind of man that Mike was, he joined the army as early as he could, and to see his friends and family all there for him, shows the great Son, Husband, Dad, Soldier and Friend he was.  I really hope, and I like to think he was looking down and listening to all the great stories about his life, and saying to himself "I did good". 

Today I tried to imagine putting myself in their shoes...what if it was me losing my son, what if it was me losing my husband? I can only hope I would have the strength that they showed today, and that it is a long long time before I have to find out.

Today, I am going to hug and kiss my son and husband good night, and I am going to thank God that they are healthy and happy, and I have them here to see every day.

Thank you so much for stopping in!

Hugs, Di

Comments

[Shelli]

Times that are reflecting times. Sounds like sorry producing love and appreciation. Gonna go hug mine too.....

[Norine]

I am sorry for your loss the family will be in my prays
Hugs
Norine

[Madeline Morcelo]

Diana, I don't know you personally, but I follow your block form Fort Mitchell, Alabama. My husband is in the Army, too, I know how hard and difficult it is. Please, tell your friend that across the distance there's someone praying for her, her son, and her family. Please remind her that God never gives us something He knows we are not going to be able to handle (even when it sounds so hard at this time). I just hope she cherish all those times together as her more valuable treasure. God bless you all.

[Sheena B]

My sympathies to you and your dear friend Sheri and her family as you deal with this heart-breaking grief.

[Jacqui]

That was a nice post Diana. I cannot even imagine how strong someone must be to be able to get up and talk at a loved ones funeral. I can imagine it was overwhelming to see all the young people in their uniforms.
I bet ya Mike was looking down and was proud of his family and that he left behind a legacy in his son.
Big Hugs,
Jax

[Jessica]

Hugs to you during this time of sadness.....

[Tracy Altemose]

Diana!! Very Beautifully wrote!! Your words are such a sweet reminder to appreciate our Family and Friends everyday!
I Love You Friend!!
Comfort Hugs,
Da BFF
Tracy

[Terri Mongeon]

I am so sorry. I do know Sherri is lucky to have you and Rhonda as friends. I hope that in time they will find some peace. Big hugs to you my friend...

[Nicole Anderson]

Diana, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with your friend and her family, too.

What a sad and unfortunate way for us to have to be reminded to appreciate those around us and not take time with them for granted. Thank you for sharing this loss so we won't forget to give those an extra hug and kiss today AND every day!

Hugs to you and yours, too! Nicole

[Diana]

So Sorry!

[mary jo]

Brought tears to my eyes thinking of those who I can't hug but reminds me to hug those I can. It's good to know others share feelings like this, thanks. A son and nephew in the military...prayers for all. Mary Jo

[Patsy Waggoner]

Hi Di,
So sorry for the loss of your friends son! It is days like this that we can all be thankful for the little things in life we often take for granted. God does have a plan for each of us and he knows the numbers of our days. But it is so difficult to lose someone young with a young family. Hugs Friend Patsy

[Cindy Lawrence]

Aw, sweets, I'm so sorry you had such an emotional day. Sheri sounds like a remarkable person. My prayers go out to their family. {{{big hugs}}}