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Dear Radiant Readers,
There’s been an unexpected death in my precious family, and I will be tending that heart garden for the next few days. Pics of the Week will be back next Friday. Until then, this humbling image, and some words I’ve always found both comforting and beautiful.
Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.
- Author Unknown
Rest in peace, Uncle Jim.
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Stars Image courtesy of Sky trackers and Astronomy researchers club, Bhopal (Own work) [CC-BY-SA-3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons
Man and motorcycle at sunset original source unknown
My convalescences for your loss
Many thanks for your kind words, Frances.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Thank you, very much, slklesko.
I’m sorry to hear of your loss. Know that you are in my thoughts.
Thank you, Judee!
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I am so sorry, my thoughts are with you and your family.
Thank you very much, Angel. So appreciate your thoughts.
So sorry for your loss Anne.
Thanks for your kind thoughts, Michael.
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your family member.
Thank you very much, BD.
So sorry for your loss.
Thank you very much.
So sorry for your loss Anne. Take care.
Many thanks, Madhu.
I am so sorry for your loss Anne. Such a hard thing to go through. I am told that relatives often become your guardian angels though, so hopefully this rings true for you.
What a lovely thought, Cass…thank you
I’m sorry at your loss.
Russ
Thanks, Russ.
Sending healing hugs your way. I’m sure he is shinning down on you. Know that I will hold you in my thoughts.
Thank you so much, 3wishes. Slowly getting back to “normal”.
Hopefully those holes we think are stars will leak comfort and solace to you and your loved ones,Z&G
Lovely words, thank you so much, souldipper.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Many thanks, my friend.
My condolences Anne. Beautiful pictures. Love the image of the “heart garden”
Thanks so much, Rosie.
My heartfelt sorrow for your loss, Anne. Thank you for sharing the beautiful words~ I will share them with my friend and neighbor who also just suffered a sudden loss. I know they will comfort her.
I hope they did provide a small bit of comfort to her, Melissa, and your words did me. Thank you.
My sympathy Anne. May your uncle rest in peace…
Deep thanks, Paula.
I’m sorry to hear of the loss of your uncle.
Til you return…
Thanks for the kind words, F&F. Slowly getting back into the groove now
What a wonderful quote. Prayers for you and your family while you tend your heart garden.
Thank you so much, Sheila.
I am so sorry Anne!! The quote is perfect – I am thinking of you and sending you love!!
So thankful for your kind words, Anne.
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Have strength. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thanks, Rhys.
Sorry for your loss Anne.I agree- I believe our loved ones are never too far.
Thank you so much…there is some comfort in that thought, isn’t there? Hugs.
my sympathy to you and your loved ones
Deep thank, KD. So appreciated.
Oh Anne.. I’m so sorry to read this. I have no doubt your Uncle Jim will be shining down for you. Hugs ox
Thanks, Maureen – it’s been pretty surreal, still. I gratefully accept your hugs and send some right back. Hope to see you soon xo
So sorry for your loss…
Thank you, very much!
I’m sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Deep thanks, TBM.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Take all the time you need and take care of yourself. We’ll all be here when you get back!
Thank you, Gabby – the support means a great deal.
I am saddened to learn your loss, your uncle is shining down upon… My thoughts are with you.
Thanks so very much, Amy.
Take care of yourself and be gentle!! We are all thinking of you.
Thank you, Cee!
What a beautiful heartfelt tribute to your uncle. I grieve with you and your family at this very sad time. Take good care of one another as you navigate the journey of saying good-bye… and consider yourself warmly and compassionately hugged by me.
Thanks, Shelley – your “warm and compassionate hugs” are very good medicine indeed. xo
The images and words are a lovely tribute to your uncle. I’m thinking of your family and you, Sally
Thanks, Sally. ((Hugs))
Lovely quote…
So sorry to hear of your sudden loss. May God comfort and guide you thru this time of sadness.
Thank you <3
So deeply sorry for your loss.
Thank you, Elena! Your thoughts are so appreciated.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thanks, Elisa – very much appreciated.
Heartfelt sympathy to you and all.
Raye
Thanks very much, Raye. xo
I am so sorry for your loss…thank you for the lovely image and the opportunity to support you and your family through this difficult time.
Thank YOU, so much, Margarita for your kind words
Heartfelt sympathy to you and yours.
Love, Annie
Thank you so much, Annie
So sorry to hear of your loss. But what a beautiful homage to a loved one. That picture of ‘Heaven’s openings’ is beautiful. Take care.
Many thanks, darlin’.
My condolences my friend – know that you are in my thoughts and have all of our support towards you and your family
Hugs
Uru
It means a lot….thank you very much, CCU.
I’m very sorry for you, he always will be with you in your heart ! Hope to see you back soon ! Xoxo
xo – thank you!
Wonderful heartfelt words.. so sorry to hear of your loss.. but once in heaven, he will look down on you and remain in your memories forever…
Thank you so much
I’m so sorry for your lost, Anne. I’m sure your uncle is still with you
Thank you!