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Sunday, April 22, 2012

A Celebration

"God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying.... for the former things are passed away."  Revelation 21:4

This week I have said good bye to two women who have had a huge impact and influence on my life.  On Tuesday evening, my dear Mother in Love took the hand of Jesus and left her earthly body to walk the streets of gold.  She was one of the most giving and gracious ladies I have ever known.  It has been a sorrowful tear filled few days, but we are in fact rejoicing in knowing that she is not in pain anymore and praising God that her faith has been made sight and that she is with her Savior.


Then on Thursday morning, my husband's aunt joined her sister in law as she too left us to reside with Jesus.  And although we were not blood relatives, she stepped into my life at a time when I was grieving the sudden loss of my own mother.  She has been a substitute mother, a grandmother to my children, a friend, a mentor, a beautiful example of how to love people wholly and unconditionally. 

Few of us have the privilege of knowing one person in our lives who sets a course of integrity and honor and who fills you up with their unwavering love.  I have been blessed to know and love two such women.

Absent from the body
Present with the Lord
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42 comments:

  1. MiriamApril 22, 2012 at 5:26 AM

    I'm so sorry. :(

    Sincere condolences to you and your family.

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  2. beaquilterApril 22, 2012 at 5:53 AM

    aww, so sorry for your loss, but that's so nice to know they are with the Lord now :-)

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  3. LynnApril 22, 2012 at 6:26 AM

    Beautiful women, beautiful post. Blessings to you and your family.

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  4. AnonymousApril 22, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    So sorry for your loss, Jocelyn. Their lives were the gift of God and their influence lives on in you - impacting eternity.
    Blessings,
    Kathy

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  5. reganApril 22, 2012 at 6:39 AM

    What a gift to have had both of these lovely women in your life. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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  6. Amy FriendApril 22, 2012 at 6:46 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss but happy that you shared so many wonderful memories and years with these wonderful women.

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  7. Impera MagnaApril 22, 2012 at 7:05 AM

    You were indeed blessed to have two such lovely women in your life... I'm sure they'll continue to watch over you and your family!

    My deepest sympathy to you all...

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  8. NicoleApril 22, 2012 at 7:20 AM

    My deepest condolences to you and your family.

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  9. SusanApril 22, 2012 at 7:20 AM

    I've only gotten to know you through your blog, but I feel the sadness you're going through. My blog (My mother's apron strings) is a tribute to the traditions my mother taught me, who died too early of cancer. And, two years ago I had to face losing our youngest daughter to breast cancer. I know your faith will help you through your grieving and your memories will bring you peace. Gentle thoughts to you and your family, XOXO

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  10. Dianne MitzelApril 22, 2012 at 8:54 AM

    Such a beautiful tribute to these two wonderful women. We are blessed indeed to have the hope and promise that one day, we will all be reunited in our Heavenly home, together forever..such a comfort.

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  11. Stray Stitches (Linda G)April 22, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    I'm sorry to hear that loss of such two important women in your life. Your post was a beautiful tribute to them both.

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  12. AnonymousApril 22, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    Oh dear Friend! What a wonderful comfort to know that your mother and aunt are with JESUS!!! Our LORD and savior and Friend!!! I know they are happily rejoicing together right now.

    My dear cousin suffered a brain hemorrhage Friday afternoon, and is now brain dead. They will be taking her for organ donation today. She had turned her back on Jesus most her life, and I have prayed that even when she was in a coma that maybe the LORD talked with her, and she accepted Him. It is such a sad thing to have someone die that didn't believe or repent.

    So I am happy you have this joy! ♥♥♥

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  13. Carrie P.April 22, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    A sweet tribute to some special women in your life. Isn't good to know that one day you will see them again? Blessings!

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  14. imquilternityApril 22, 2012 at 12:08 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You are definitely lucky to have known two such wonderful women and I'm sure you have many lovely memories to sustain you while you mourn their passing.

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  15. JessicaApril 22, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    I'm so sorry of your loss. This was a beautiful post.

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  16. AllieApril 22, 2012 at 12:27 PM

    ((((((Jocelyn)))))) May God give you comfort...I rejoice with you that these precious ladies are with their Saviour, and that you will worship Him with them one day, but I know how your heart must ache. Big hugs, my friend.

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  17. barb's creationsApril 22, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    You have been very bleessed to have two such loving women in your life ((((hugs))))Barb.

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  18. BeverleyApril 22, 2012 at 2:34 PM

    I am so sorry you have lost two special people so close. Without going into detail, I understand.
    Huge hugs.
    Bev x

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  19. PokeyApril 22, 2012 at 4:30 PM

    I just read this, I'm so sorry for your loss, and rejoicing in their gain. What a blessing for you to have had these two great women of God influencing your life. What peace to know where they are now ~
    hugs, pokey

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  20. BarbApril 22, 2012 at 4:57 PM

    How lucky you were to have these fabulous women in your lives. I am sorry for your loss but you have hope to see them one day.

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  21. JodiApril 22, 2012 at 5:48 PM

    Beautiful words and scripture you chose to honor two beautiful Godly women. May you have peace and comfort in the upcoming difficult days of missing them

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  22. Donna S.April 22, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    I am so glad you have such great memories of your wonderful relationships. You are lucky indeed. I am so sorry for your loss.

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  23. WendyApril 23, 2012 at 1:11 AM

    Jocelyn,

    I am sorry for your losses this week. Focus on the wonderful memories you have of both of them. I will be praying for you and your family this week.

    Wendy B

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  24. QuiltSueApril 23, 2012 at 1:44 AM

    I'm so sorry for your losses.

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  25. ShelleyApril 23, 2012 at 5:26 AM

    My heart goes out to you Jocelyn! Loss is loss even with the comfort of knowing they are with the Lord! Take care of yourself and big quilty ((((((HUGS))))))

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  26. Amy, a redeemed sheepApril 23, 2012 at 7:32 AM

    The comfort is they are with Jesus. And yet, we grieve because we miss them. Take care of yourself....

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  27. PaulaApril 23, 2012 at 8:31 AM

    What a Joy to have had those two women in your life! You are truly blessed!
    I am sorry for your loss but so thankful that they are sitting at the feet of Jesus!

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  28. dynabrownApril 24, 2012 at 5:42 AM

    It really very interesting things are share with us.It really amazing and interesting things.I really very appreciate with you for your losses.

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  29. SnoodlesApril 24, 2012 at 9:10 AM

    You were blessed, indeed, to have those lovely ladies in your life. I know that you can be happy in spite of your sorrow, for you will see them again in heaven. I'll be thinking of you and your family and praying for all of you.

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  30. MarveLes Art StudiosApril 24, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    A beautiful tribute. In Jesus' name, a legacy worth living for. And I know you do, and will. In His Precious Name - prayers for you and your family. XXOO

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  31. ValApril 24, 2012 at 4:42 PM

    Awww...bless your heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry.

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  32. Cheryl's Teapots2QuiltingApril 25, 2012 at 10:11 AM

    So sorry for you double loss, so glad that both knew the Lord and are with him now.

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  33. Rebecca NelsonApril 25, 2012 at 2:36 PM

    Sweet friend...I'm so sorry for your losses... Celebrating only because they are with Jesus!

    xo~Rebecca

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  34. The Mayo FamilyApril 25, 2012 at 8:39 PM

    Awe.......
    So
    sorry to hear that!
    I am glad they knew CHRIST...
    "HUGS"
    Blessings~
    Lori

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  35. Talin's CornerApril 26, 2012 at 4:27 PM

    So sorry for you losses.

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  36. andsewonApril 27, 2012 at 4:35 AM

    My condolences to you and your Family!I have enjoyed your sharing of these sweet lovely ladies on your blog! How lucky you are indeed to call them your family!
    big hugs,
    Lola

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  37. Dresden QuilterApril 27, 2012 at 6:07 AM

    I am very sorry for your loss.

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  38. DarleneApril 27, 2012 at 7:19 AM

    Oh, I'm so sorry to read about your loss. Your heart will heal because you have so many wonderful memories. (hugs)

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  39. Ivory SpringApril 28, 2012 at 1:35 PM

    So sorry to hear about your loss. May the Lord comfort you and yours during this time. Heaven will be so wonderful one day.

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  40. A Colorful WorldApril 28, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    I know you are missing them both, but thankful they are with the Lord. God bless you and your family.

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  41. Mary on Lake PulaskiApril 28, 2012 at 6:15 PM

    I am so sorry the read of you loss Jocelyn. May your faith and theirs bring you comfort.

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  42. AnonymousMay 4, 2012 at 10:59 PM

    i am sending up prayers that the Lord will send His most choice Blessings to you. Light and Hope fills the faces of your dear ones. i hope you can feel the nearness and thin-ness of the Veil. It is really just a film, and these beloved souls are watching over and loving you, as they did when present in their bodies :) God bless! and thank you for the lovely and inspiring Blog!

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