Monday, July 23, 2012

Always In Our Hearts


Not A Kind Year

Hi gang. Sadly, we lost another dear friend this weekend. My cousin Eddie's wife, and our cousin-friend Gail. I'm not sure what to say about this year. It's really been something else. It's been filled with loss. Loss- one of the universal things we all share.  Nobody escapes it.

Gail made a difference in people's lives as a teacher and then as part of the team at Enabling Devices, creating assistive technology for people with disablities.  She made a difference in our lives just by being Gail....thoughtful, a smiler and a laugher, sincere, funny, starter of the Almond Joy tradition at the 4th, a dedicated wife and mother, and easy to be with.  Gail and Eddie and their son Nic - the three amigos. It must be especially hard for Eddie and Nic right now and I can only hope that our thoughts and prayers console them even just a little.

Eddie and Gail and Nic started coming up for vacations and visits several years ago. The NH gang really enjoyed getting to know this part of our NY family even better. We've had many good times. We will remember them often and smile when we think of Gail who is gone all too soon and too young. She will always be in our hearts, smiling brightly.


Even though loss is a part of life, knowing that doesn't make it any easier. We feel blessed to have had Gail, and the other people we've lost this year, in our lives. They've made it a much better ride.

Rest in peace Gail. I know you're in good hands.

All for now,



11 comments:

  1. Dearest Pam, I am at a loss for words, but I will try....This year has been quite difficult for you and your family and my heart just breaks for everyone who is experiencing this with you, I am sending prayers to Eddie and Nic. Love you lady, and am truly sorry for your loss, Xo, Ashley

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    1. Ashley, as you know all to well.....some years just really throw it at you. You have to keep muddling through. There is always much to be thankful for, even in loss. It helps you appreciate all that you have, the most precious of which are health and love.

      Thanks for the kind words and prayers for Eddie and Nic.

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  2. Dear Pamela,
    I am so sorry for your loss. This has been a long year for you. I know your heart is
    breaking. Gail,I am sure is in a better place than we are. She is now keeping watch on your family all at once. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    Prayer are going out to Eddie and Nic.
    Sincerely yours, Pamela

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    1. thanks so much lily anne. all the positive thoughts and prayers can only help eddie and nic through this very difficult time.

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  3. Oh Pam, so so sorry for another loss in your life; too much for one year. I will be keeping you in my thoughts; and hoping for some healing among all your loved ones. ♥

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    1. thanks bonnie.

      hey, what are you doing on the computer? you're supposed to be enjoying a vacation and being one with nature.

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  4. Pam ... what can one say? You and your family are in thought and prayer. Your dear ones may not be here on earth with you, but they remain with you in heart, thought and memories you have shared. They have completed their journey here and now are Angels looking over all of you and guiding you on your earthly journey. Sending you hugs, prayers and blessings xo C. (HHL)

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    1. Thanks Celia. Gail was a lovely woman. We have some great memories that we will cherish.

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  5. I am so so sorry. What a hard year! My prayers are heading your way.

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  6. Thanks Trace, sometimes that's just the way a year rolls, perhaps to make us realize how blessed we are and to enjoy each and every day.

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  7. There are no words that can fill the void left by a special person - I'm so sorry for you loss Pam. Thoughts and prayers are with you and Gail's family. Cari x

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