Monday, June 11, 2018

Life Happens On The Way To Hallelujah Square



On Thursday, June 7th, my mother-in-law, Jessie, left this world for a better one. 

After 71 years of marriage and at age 95, Raymond has lost his sweetheart. 

 Tomorrow we celebrate mom's life with a service centered on a poem she wrote in 1994 called "Hallelujah Square." We will try not to cry for our loss as we share memories of how she touched our lives.

Tomorrow, in her honor, may you hug your loved ones just a little longer, speak just a little kinder, and love with just a little more joy.

Thank you, Jessie, for dropping by my life!


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21 comments:

  1. Kim June 11, 2018 at 10:20 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful poem she wrote...

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  2. mamasmercantileJune 11, 2018 at 12:12 PM

    Sincere condolences. I will certainly give extra hugs in her honour. Beautiful poem.

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  3. HappyKJune 11, 2018 at 1:30 PM

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
    What a beautiful poem.

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  4. LeslieJune 11, 2018 at 1:54 PM

    Condolences sent to you and your family.
    That poem is so beautifully written by a talented Lady...
    I would like to copy it, with your permission but only after things are settled and you put your trademark copyright on it...
    It touched me, you are all in my prayers.

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    1. At Rivercrest CottageJune 15, 2018 at 1:38 AM

      Leslie, Please feel free to share her poem with her name attached giving her credit. I'm sure it has been published in a few of the books put out by the organizations she belonged to. She wrote many poems and was even a writer for American Greeting Cards long ago. She was always honored when someone expressed appreciation for what she had written.

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    2. LeslieJune 16, 2018 at 4:00 PM

      Thank you so much!God bless...

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  5. LL Cool JoeJune 11, 2018 at 1:58 PM

    Oh no I'm so sorry. :(

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  6. Mac n' JanetJune 11, 2018 at 3:28 PM

    Sorry for your loss.

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  7. RebeccaJune 11, 2018 at 3:31 PM

    What a long life she lived ... Thinking of her Raymond and all you who loved her so we'll❤️

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  8. Cheryl KimbleyJune 11, 2018 at 5:50 PM

    so very sorry for your loss. What a wonderfully long life and wonderful marriage. Not many can brag at either statistic.
    God bless you and your family. I will keep you all in my prayers.

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  9. Granny SueJune 11, 2018 at 9:12 PM

    What a beautiful lady, and your post is a testament to her beautiful heart.

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  10. Carrie @ Cottage CozyJune 14, 2018 at 11:56 PM

    What a strikingly beautiful woman and I can see her heart was even more beautiful! She will be missed!

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  11. UnknownJune 15, 2018 at 4:48 AM

    I saw your post!!!

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  12. Jean | DelightfulRepast.comJune 15, 2018 at 6:59 PM

    So sorry. Condolences to all of you, but especially Raymond.

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  13. Henny PennyJune 16, 2018 at 1:44 PM

    I am so sorry. That is really a beautiful poem.

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  14. handmade by amaliaJune 16, 2018 at 9:45 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. A big hug to you. And thanks for sharing Jessie's beautiful poem with us.
    Amalia
    xo

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  15. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJune 17, 2018 at 8:32 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss...
    Thanks so much for stopping by!! That tornado came too close for comfort!
    Hugs,
    Debbie

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    1. At Rivercrest CottageJune 19, 2018 at 11:30 PM

      Yes it did Debbie. I saw that on your blog and shuttered for you. You were blessed in missing it.

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  16. Decor To AdoreJune 18, 2018 at 8:25 AM

    I am so very sorry for your loss. May your happy memories give you comfort.

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  17. Silver in AZJune 19, 2018 at 4:37 PM

    I'm sorry for your family's loss.

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  18. At Rivercrest CottageJune 19, 2018 at 11:32 PM

    Thank you everyone for your kind comments. We truly appreciate your thoughts and prayers.

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