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Monday, May 18, 2009

Families are Forever

I think many of you already know this but I thought I would update everyone since I shared some of our friend Michelle and Justin's story recently.

Michelle passed away early this morning. She may have lost her battle with cancer but I have no doubt that she has won the war and returned home to her loving Father in Heaven.

She leaves behind 3 little angels and her adoring husband. These are some of the strongest people I know but even superheroes could use a few prayers.

Today was a weird day. The world looked uglier because a light has burned out and yet more beautiful at the same time because I appreciated my ordinary day to day life more than I have before. I noticed all the details...the weather, the hugs, the laughter, the tears.

I am so grateful for the mark that Michelle has left on my life. I don't understand all of this and my heart literally aches for her family. I know that my heartache is not even a fraction of what they are suffering today. There are no words of comfort that I can offer that can even dent this kind of grief. My hope and strength comes in knowing that they know their Savior.

8 comments:

Cheryl said...

Our prayers are with you and with them as well. I'm sorry for your loss.

Team Ryan said...

So sorry to hear that Julie. Feel even worse for their family. They will DEF be in our prayers!

The Kindle Family said...

Cancer is a scary thing, especially the kind of cancer she had. Best wishes for the family.

LeShel said...

no words here either
so much leaves an empty spot
peace through the Savior

Anonymous said...

I don't even know what to say about this, it is too sad! I will pray for her family though.

Heather said...

So much better knowing about the plan after this life. Thank goodness we know this doesnt have to be the end. Still hard I know, but it makes it much easier. Peace to you and her family.

Tanya said...

I'm SO sorry.....!

Linda King said...

So sorry to hear about your friend. Such a tragedy when a young mother of small children is taken. I will remember them in my prayers. Take care Julie.