Sunday, July 1, 2012

Free

Minutes after I decided on the right version of Jackson Browne, posted, and closed Karis' laptop, Mom's breathing began to slow significantly. As I sat holding her hand, I counted the seconds between breaths. And then I kept counting. There wasn't another breath. At about 9:50p on Saturday, June 30, 2012, our mama flew away to Jesus. Incredible how quickly she went after such a long hard struggle. The fight is over and she is finally free.
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  1. UnknownJuly 1, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    I thought about you until late in the night. I knew it would be soon. I was surprised to visit here this morning and not see the update.

    I'm so sorry for your loss, but so, so happy that your mom is finally free.

    I will be praying for you all~
    Lisa

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    1. GwenJuly 1, 2012 at 1:40 PM

      I know, Lisa, I was slow. We wanted to be sure everyone had time to contact their people personally. My sister just got ahold of her oldest son this morning. Thank you for holding us in your thoughts and prayers. We feel carried along.

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  2. Shelly L.July 1, 2012 at 1:12 PM

    Woke up with your mom on my mind. Oh my..... the struggle is over. God be with you in all the emotion and change ahead. Thank you, from basically a stranger, for your example of devotion to your parents in these hardest of times. Will be praying...

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    1. GwenJuly 1, 2012 at 1:36 PM

      Shelly, your letter arrived yesterday. Although Mom was unresponsive, we maintained that she could hear us so I read her your card and Claire's note and described the drawings. Truly lovely. Your kindness and thoughtfulness brought her joy unexpected. Thank you.

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  3. LeslieJuly 1, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    Oh friend, I'm so sorry for your loss! (((Gwen))) Praying for your family.

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  4. Julie YJuly 1, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    Hugs to you, Gwen, and prayers for this next part of your journey.

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  5. KimberlyJuly 1, 2012 at 3:59 PM

    Gwen,
    My heart breaks with yours for your loss...but rejoices with yours in knowing a reunion will happen one day.

    Your friend,
    Kimberly in LA

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  6. UnknownJuly 1, 2012 at 4:50 PM

    I'm a stranger, knew your sister in Youth Symphony days in Tulsa...I have followed your journey with your mom and family....it was helpful to me in digesting and accepting my dad's death last September, finding similarities. I thank you for sharing this deeply personal life passage with friends, family and strangers.....
    I wish you all well, and peaceful days.

    robinMcKee

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    1. GwenJuly 6, 2012 at 2:26 AM

      Robin, thank you for writing. I'm so sorry for the loss of your dad. I'm glad you could find some solace with me in my ramblings. I don't know that it will ever really make sense. Maybe death is not supposed to? Thank you for the well wishes. I wish the same to you...peaceful days.

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  7. JenJuly 1, 2012 at 5:24 PM

    Gwen, I've been following your mom's journey and I'm so glad she is free now, and I am praying for you all as you begin this new journey. You have set an amazing example of grace and strength.

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  8. NikkiJuly 1, 2012 at 9:24 PM

    Thinking about the welcome that awaited your mom and the glorious reunion that took place; praying for your own heartache as you miss her, but rejoicing knowing the hope and promise you have. I am so thankful for you beautiful strength, grace, and testimony, friend. You've taught us so much through your faithful love. XO

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  9. GwenJuly 2, 2012 at 9:41 AM

    Mom turned 91 in January. Thanks for your prayers.

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  10. MegsJuly 2, 2012 at 6:58 PM

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  11. Wendy KayeJuly 5, 2012 at 8:17 AM

    (((hugs))) and prayers, Gwen.

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