There really are Angels!

Sunday, December 27, 2009

Yesterday I was on the phone with my Dad and we were both crying. Today is their 62nd anniversary and Dad's heart was breaking with Mom being in the nursing home. Well, the angels in the nursing home called him today to ask when he would be down. They had set a table in Mom's room for them to eat and had purchased flowers for the table and a cake for after dinner. We've just been on the phone but this time crying tears of joy. The nurses did this on their own and they are my angels. They know I live far from Mom and Dad and will call me when she is having a good day so that I can talk to her. I hate the fact that she has to be in a nursing home but I thank God every day that she has so many "angels" looking after her. They give her hugs and kisses for me and watch out for Dad also. They have become our extended family. Just had to share since this has made my Christmas complete!

Mary Anne

  

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MISSMISSY 1/16/2010 5:44PM

What a wonderful story...thanks for sharing it with us!! God Bless you and your parents! Missy Report Inappropriate Comment

ABRANNEWME2013 12/27/2009 11:27PM

That is fantastic...what a nice thing to do Tema Report Inappropriate Comment

GRATEFULADY 12/27/2009 10:51PM

What a beautiful story and what a beautiful blessing!!! You are twice blessed.....with parents celebrating 62 years together and the angels that take such care of all of you. Blessings to all!!! Thanks for sharing your "tears of joy". Report Inappropriate Comment

TABBALOOSA 12/27/2009 8:23PM

That's beautiful! Wow, 62 years! Hugs to you, your mom and dad, and the angels! Report Inappropriate Comment

LIQUID11 12/27/2009 7:37PM

ANGELS ARE BY YOU, TOO. SMILE. THINGS ARE EVOLVING. Report Inappropriate Comment

CAROL3SAN 12/27/2009 4:51PM

The nurses gave a wonderful gift beyond measure. Blessings Comment edited on: 12/27/2009 4:55:55 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

CATLADY52 12/27/2009 4:07PM

Thanks for sharing with us. I know it can be tough when your family is spread out. May the Angels had a wonderful day. Report Inappropriate Comment

STARKCOUNTYGAL 12/27/2009 3:42PM

God is Good!! Report Inappropriate Comment

VXWALL1942 12/27/2009 2:36PM

How wonderful. I'm sure those angels are feeling the love and gratitude from you and your dad. Bless you my friend. vicki Report Inappropriate Comment

PATRICIAANN46 12/27/2009 2:28PM

What a wonderful story. Thank you for sharing it. I have one elderly parent left. She is very independent, so far, and I know that when the time comes for her to move to either assisted living or a total care facility, I, too, will hope for Angels. Report Inappropriate Comment

'Twas the night after Christmas and all through the house.....

Saturday, December 26, 2009

What a wonderful few days we have had....being all together, spending a day making our cut-out cookies, sharing family meals. Now all is quiet and my daughter and son-in-law will be leaving tomorrow and I won't see them again for a couple months. At least my son and daughter-in-law live close.

It seems that everything is so hectic prior to Christmas. It arrives and everyone is gone too soon. I will leave my lights up for a while - I love Christmas lights. It will make the joy of the season last a little longer.

I feel so lucky in so many ways and feel that I have so much - my wonderful family and friends.

So, on the night after Christmas, I am wishing you all love, health and happiness.

Mary Anne

  

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CERIUSLY 12/27/2009 5:51AM

Best wishes to you and your family. I have always felt like I mourn the passing of Christmas for a while after it is over. Report Inappropriate Comment

LIQUID11 12/27/2009 2:56AM

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ZATANNA 12/27/2009 2:53AM

So glad you had a wonderful Christmas! Wishing you many more! Report Inappropriate Comment

GRATEFULADY 12/26/2009 11:21PM

Glad you had a great time with your daughter and son and families. It is truly a blessing to be able to be together. Report Inappropriate Comment

SPARKGRLJEN 12/26/2009 11:14PM

I am glad that you had a great Christmas! I wish you the best of luck with all of your goals! ~Jen Report Inappropriate Comment

CHOCOHIPPO 12/26/2009 11:13PM

Thank you and the same to you and your family! Report Inappropriate Comment

It's still quiet!

Friday, December 25, 2009

I've been up for a while. Have all the Christmas lights on. Sipping a cup of coffee and watching all the birds at the feeders. Even my kitties have gone back to bed. There are deer in the backyard. No sun today but we do have a white Christmas. It's quiet times like these that I get to just "think". Right now I'm thinking about holidays past and missing my husband but I know his spirit is here. But I'm also thinking how in just a short time I have been touched by so many caring people through SP. I wish I could tell you all how much your words have meant to me. When I feel sad, I go back and read you comments and it fills the empty spot in my heart. I wish we could all meet for a cup of coffee or tea or even a glass of water! If it wasn't for the computer age, we would not have this wonderful contact.

I hope that on this glorious morning, that whatever your beliefs are, you are all having a very special day. For those of you who have been in pain, whether emotional or physical, I wish you nothing but comfort and joy.

Hug and kiss your loved ones and tell them how much they mean. Have a fantastic day and a wonderful holiday.

Love to all......Mary Anne

  

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ILOVEROSES 12/25/2009 7:01PM

I too wish we could meet and have that cuppa together. For the time being we'll just think of each other and be grateful for having such wonderful friends around the Ania Report Inappropriate Comment

LIQUID11 12/25/2009 2:26PM

DEAR Mary Anne, I WISH I LIVED NEARER, WE WOULD CERTAINLY HAVE LONG TALKS ABOUT GREAT LOVES AND GREATER LOSSES... OVER A 'BITTER' GREEK COFFEE... [a Greek expression, denoting SORROW] ONLY, IMAGINE THOSE PEOPLE WHO HAVE NEVER EVER IN THEIR LIFETIME EXPERIENCED THE GREAT GIFT OF LOVE AND FAMILY AND, EVENTUALLY, UNITY!! AND FEEL ~SOMEHOW, BLESSED... THINKING OF YOU BEING BY YOU ANDREAS Comment edited on: 12/25/2009 2:34:12 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

PHEBESS 12/25/2009 11:19AM

Happy holidays to you and enjoy the quiet of nature. We hear the hum of traffic nonstop, and I always enjoy when I get out and don't hear that anymore. Report Inappropriate Comment

MARLENE160 12/25/2009 11:05AM

Thank you so much for sending out your special greeting. I have my ailments but this morning is going well for me too. All is quiet here, even the dog and cat are snoozing. Enjoy the rest of the day. Marlene Report Inappropriate Comment

To all my new and wonderful SparkFriends!

Thursday, December 24, 2009

Good morning to all. When I went to log in yesterday, my computer froze and I realized the TV had done the same. Went to pick up the phone to call Verizon - no phone either. Found out that FIOS was down in our area and had no service all day long. I was having withdrawal systems from my computer! The worst part was not having contact with SF!!!! I guess I am really hooked.

The good part was my daughter and her husband arrived and my son and his wife came over for dinner. It was so good to hear all that laughter in the house again. Today will be another fun day since it's our day to make and decorate cut-out cookies!

My heart is still heavy from the loss of my husband and I know the kids feel the same. We also know that he is with us in spirit and at times the tears will fall. I know there are empty chairs at everyone's tables and I will keep you all in my prayers.

I want to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and all good things in the New Year. I am thankful for my family, friends and all my wonderful new SparkFriends.

Love to all,

Mary Anne

  

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HIGHLIFE73 12/24/2009 3:28PM

So sorry to hear of your loss. Our family still misses my grandfather something awful this time of year, he had such a loud jolly laugh that you would hear all through the house. So our Christmas Eve party just isn't the same. In fact my grandmother doesn't even want to have the big party anymore. Best wishes to you and your family. Have a blast making cookies, I had to make mine last night by myself for the first time. Report Inappropriate Comment

MELA1953 12/24/2009 2:20PM

I know how you and your family feels. My sister was SantaLesley - she would transform the whole house! She passed almost 13 yrs ago, and I feel it every Christmastime. Her daughter comes here to celebrate with us, and we fondly remember Lesley's love of Christmas. It will get easier- you will start to remember good times, laugh at fun memories. You will miss him always, but you will embrace him and remember your Christmas memories of him.. Have a Merry Christmas- He would want you to. Report Inappropriate Comment

CERIUSLY 12/24/2009 1:03PM

I am very sorry for your loss. My Daddy passed away in June, so I can empathize with you in your loss.I agree with you. Even though they are absent in body, their spirits are somehow with us. God Bless you and your family with a peaceful and happy new year. Ceri~ Report Inappropriate Comment

MARLENE160 12/24/2009 10:25AM

So sorry for your loss, will keep you in my prayers to help you through your healing journey. Stay safe and have a blessed holiday. Report Inappropriate Comment

LIQUID11 12/24/2009 10:24AM

I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST MY PRECIOUS GENTLE NEW~FOUND~SPARKFRIEND! FOCUS ON GOOD, YOU DESERVE IT!! Report Inappropriate Comment

HO! HO! HO!

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

By tomorrow at this time, my daughter and her husband should be here and my son and his wife will be on their way over to join us for dinner. I never get tired of having the kids here. That is why I say I'm excited for Christmas - being with my family. I guess the best part of Christmas has never been the presents but being with the ones you love. I miss going to midnight mass with my folks and I miss the family that we have lost. I still thank God every day for what I do have and ask him to take care of my family that He has with him.

So, to all, a very Merry Christmas and may your heart be filled with love and joy.

Mary Anne

  

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GRATEFULADY 12/23/2009 11:41AM

Merry Christmas to you, Mary Anne!!! Enjoy your time with family as it is truly precious. You have expressed it well. Report Inappropriate Comment

ILOVEROSES 12/23/2009 3:54AM

Merry Christmas to you and your whole family. Report Inappropriate Comment

WATERWEEZE 12/22/2009 9:52PM

Mary Anne, you expressed my sentiments exactly! There is nothing more precious than family and we'll be with ours too. But, we still miss my Mom, our 2nd Christmas without her. Report Inappropriate Comment

LIQUID11 12/22/2009 9:31PM

ENJOY YOUR FAMILY! HUG THEM ALL, KISS THEM, CARESS THEM! THIS IS XMAS, RIGHT? WISHING THE BEST XMAS TO BE THIS! FOR ALL PEOPLE ON EARTH!! Report Inappropriate Comment

JUDY1676 12/22/2009 6:33PM

Merry Christmas to you! Report Inappropriate Comment

STARKCOUNTYGAL 12/22/2009 6:26PM

Merry Christmas to you and yours,sparkfriend.. Report Inappropriate Comment

XHOOSIERLOSER 12/22/2009 4:49PM

Thanks for sharing a wonderful sentiment! Merry Christmas to you and yours! Report Inappropriate Comment