I remember where I was when I found out. I had just gotten to work and the lady I worked for showed me the newspaper. I didn't know your family at that time, but I can still remember the way the rest of my day seemed to have a dark cloud over it.
Thanks for sharing her story here. Sometimes it helps us (your friends) cope with our pain by knowing that we aren't alone.
A prophet once said that if we didn't grieve, we didn't love. I always find that so comforting when I find myself mourning the lose of people close to me.
Okay I fibbed. It was a member of the Seventy who said it. If you want to read the talk, I recommend a full box of tissue, here is the link. http://lds.org/ldsorg/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=2354fccf2b7db010VgnVCM1000004d82620aRCRD&locale=0&sourceId=288d76e6ffe0c010VgnVCM1000004d82620a____&hideNav=1
I used to have conversations with Shana at church. She seemed to be a very "deep" thinker. I know for a fact that she would want you to be comforted in knowing that you will be with her again. She always seemed to have a "path" that she was trying to travel or task she wanted to accomplish. She is probably working very dilligently on the other side.
I miscarried a son in 1995 and while I was never blessed with over 25 years with him I feel a huge hole in my heart. I think about him everyday. Thank goodness we have the other children. My pain is from not being able to bury him (sobs). Just know that you have friends who love you and care for you. Having a wonderful husband doesn't hurt! :) Rest in peace Shana...We all can't wait to see you again!
What a strong Mother you are!!!! Shana reminded me a lot of you in several ways and one was that she was so honest and I really appreciate that in a person!!! One day she made a joke out of something Bro. Hebda said that really hurt Macy's feelings and we all started cracking up and there wasn't a tear left in the room. I loved that about her!!!
Anyone who's life was touched by Shana knows what a special spirit she was. She loved everyone. She was very honest, I totally agree with Marlena about her being the same as you in some ways.
I remember it being hard to talk to Shana sometimes before she came back to church. When we would hang out at your house in the teen years sometimes she would hang out with us and joke around and other times she would just stay to herself.
We all miss Shana. I am reminded of her every time that I look at Melody for some reason. I guess because she loved her so much and in a way I think she is going to take after the spirit that Shana had of caring for others.
Your friends are here and willing to listen. Goodness knows you have been there for me many years and are willing to tell me what I don't always want to hear but what I need to hear.
You and your family have been in my prayers for the comfort that you may need to carry you through this hard time in your life.
that video sure was a tear jerker...couldn't even finish it!
thanks for this post on this day. i think it's just what i needed to hear right at this very moment! it's been a particularly trying afternoon and i think i will send my kids to their rooms instead of ringing their little necks!
I had not read this post. Now I understand even more why Mother's Day was so difficult for you...Thank you for sharing this personal, painful part of your life with us. ((HUGS))
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I remember where I was when I found out. I had just gotten to work and the lady I worked for showed me the newspaper. I didn't know your family at that time, but I can still remember the way the rest of my day seemed to have a dark cloud over it.
Thanks for sharing her story here. Sometimes it helps us (your friends) cope with our pain by knowing that we aren't alone.
A prophet once said that if we didn't grieve, we didn't love. I always find that so comforting when I find myself mourning the lose of people close to me.
Hugs!
Okay I fibbed. It was a member of the Seventy who said it. If you want to read the talk, I recommend a full box of tissue, here is the link. http://lds.org/ldsorg/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=2354fccf2b7db010VgnVCM1000004d82620aRCRD&locale=0&sourceId=288d76e6ffe0c010VgnVCM1000004d82620a____&hideNav=1
I did good till I watched that video
I used to have conversations with Shana at church. She seemed to be a very "deep" thinker. I know for a fact that she would want you to be comforted in knowing that you will be with her again. She always seemed to have a "path" that she was trying to travel or task she wanted to accomplish. She is probably working very dilligently on the other side.
I miscarried a son in 1995 and while I was never blessed with over 25 years with him I feel a huge hole in my heart. I think about him everyday. Thank goodness we have the other children. My pain is from not being able to bury him (sobs). Just know that you have friends who love you and care for you. Having a wonderful husband doesn't hurt! :) Rest in peace Shana...We all can't wait to see you again!
What a strong Mother you are!!!! Shana reminded me a lot of you in several ways and one was that she was so honest and I really appreciate that in a person!!! One day she made a joke out of something Bro. Hebda said that really hurt Macy's feelings and we all started cracking up and there wasn't a tear left in the room. I loved that about her!!!
Anyone who's life was touched by Shana knows what a special spirit she was. She loved everyone. She was very honest, I totally agree with Marlena about her being the same as you in some ways.
I remember it being hard to talk to Shana sometimes before she came back to church. When we would hang out at your house in the teen years sometimes she would hang out with us and joke around and other times she would just stay to herself.
We all miss Shana. I am reminded of her every time that I look at Melody for some reason. I guess because she loved her so much and in a way I think she is going to take after the spirit that Shana had of caring for others.
Your friends are here and willing to listen. Goodness knows you have been there for me many years and are willing to tell me what I don't always want to hear but what I need to hear.
You and your family have been in my prayers for the comfort that you may need to carry you through this hard time in your life.
that video sure was a tear jerker...couldn't even finish it!
thanks for this post on this day. i think it's just what i needed to hear right at this very moment! it's been a particularly trying afternoon and i think i will send my kids to their rooms instead of ringing their little necks!
god bless you! i love you!
I had not read this post. Now I understand even more why Mother's Day was so difficult for you...Thank you for sharing this personal, painful part of your life with us. ((HUGS))
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