A hard time

Just a short note here, asking for prayers for Don and his family.  One of his older sisters passed away 2 days ago.  She had been in a nursing home for quite some time, but was looking forward to getting back home in the next few months.  We are so glad we were able to spend some time with her this summer.  As hard as this is, we do know we'll see her again.  She accepted the Lord many, many years ago in our home.  She is now pain free and having a great time.  It's those of us left here who grieve and hurt.  "Parting is such sweet sorrow" has real meaning to us now.  

When my sister passed away 2 years ago, we had that same feeling.  So, both of our sisters are now together and rejoicing with the Lord!!


We will not be able to go to the funeral, but our thoughts and prayers are with her children and grandchildren.  They were very close and this will be difficult for them.  Please, keep them in prayer.

In July, Barb was able to get to the yearly family picnic.  It was a great time for everyone.  It was the first time in a very long time that we were there for the picnic.  Such a blessing for us.

 

 These are her daughters with her at the picnic.  Her son was there, but I didn't get him in the picture.

 

Just before we left Wisconsin in August, Don was able to spend time with both his older sisters.  It was the first time in a LONG, LONG time the three of them had been together.  And I think the first time in a long time we saw Barb smile so big.  She was thrilled both Yvonne and Don came to see her together.  

 

 Thanks for sharing in our memories.  And please, keep the family in prayer.