So Long, My Love

My sweet husband went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 22nd. Though my heart is broken, he is once again whole and restored, and without pain.  For that, I can rejoice and be thankful.

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  1. Tammie R
    May 27, 2011 @ 09:14:21

    Randi,

    Please know you and your son have been in my thoughts and prayers since I found out about your husband. May God surround you with the comfort that friends and family can give. Big hugs, my online friend.

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  2. Caron Mosey
    May 27, 2011 @ 09:16:10

    My heart goes out to you… Big hugs and prayers from Michigan.

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  3. Margo
    May 27, 2011 @ 09:19:06

    Randi, I am so sorry that you and Greg had to go through all of that. I hope that memories of better times will ease your grief.
    Hugs….

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  4. garden2day
    May 27, 2011 @ 09:53:09

    Words cannot express what I feel for you right now. I am so sorry to hear this news because this is not the outcome I had hoped for. You will continue to be in my prayers.

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  5. Sandi Gomas
    May 27, 2011 @ 10:10:57

    Randi, It breaks my heart to hear this news. May the Lord bring you guidance and strengt; power for each moment of weakness, hope for each moment of pain, comfort for your sorrow and peace and joy after the rain.
    God’s peace be with you and yours.

    Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations. Psalm 110:4-5

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  6. Brenda
    May 27, 2011 @ 10:13:39

    Randi, I am so very sorry for the struggle of the last few months and just devastated for you that Greg is now lost to you. You and your family will be in my prayers, and may your faith sustain you and carry you through to brighter days.

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  7. Kat
    May 27, 2011 @ 10:27:08

    Oh Randi, I’m so sorry to hear of this heartbreak. Will be keeping you and your family in my prayers as you journey forward. {{hugs}}

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  8. Kelly K
    May 27, 2011 @ 10:27:23

    You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  9. Michelle Wyman
    May 27, 2011 @ 10:32:35

    My heart aches for you and your family. May the peace and faith of your Lord sustain and comfort you. ((((((((((Randi))))))))))

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  10. bev/mo
    May 27, 2011 @ 11:07:56

    Im so very sorry….your family and you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family.

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  11. Andee in aZ
    May 27, 2011 @ 11:13:53

    So sorry for your loss.

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  12. Allison
    May 27, 2011 @ 11:18:54

    Oh I am so sorry. Praise the Lord that he went to Heaven and that you can know without a shadow of a doubt that you will see him again. I am so sorry for your struggles and I’m praying that God lifts you up and gives you strength through this difficult time.
    -Allison

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  13. Chris
    May 27, 2011 @ 11:20:55

    I am so very sorry for your loss. My husband, also Greg, passed away June 06 after a year with a brain tumor so I really can understand how hard this is. You are in my prayers.

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  14. TeresaL
    May 27, 2011 @ 11:49:54

    Randi, you are often in my thoughts and prayers.

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  15. mariajhmom
    May 27, 2011 @ 11:52:22

    Praying for you. So thankful for God’s faithfulness. He will uphold you with His mighty right hand.

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  16. Gretchen
    May 27, 2011 @ 12:02:30

    Randi, I have been following your journey with Greg since the beginning of his troubles. Such a long hard road you have had. I am so sorry for your loss yet glad that Greg has found peace. May the comfort and caring of friends and family help you through this rough time. Many hugs and prayers.
    Gretchen

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  17. Freda Henderson
    May 27, 2011 @ 12:57:18

    Randi, I have cried many tears since finding this out and I’m so sorry. I can’t imagine what you have been going through and I don’t understand it. Please know that you are still in my prayers.

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  18. Holly
    May 27, 2011 @ 12:57:25

    I’m so sorry for your loss. Every time you posted I would hope you had good news. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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  19. kayp
    May 27, 2011 @ 13:17:09

    thinking of you and your family. praying you find peace and comfort.

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  20. Lisa Calle
    May 27, 2011 @ 13:37:10

    Randi, I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. I am praying for you and your family. May God be with you.

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  21. Adam Chenevert
    May 27, 2011 @ 14:22:12

    Randi, I never wanted to read this entry from you. I’m so sorry, I’m thinking about you and the rest of your family during this difficult time.

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  22. Judy Wolf
    May 27, 2011 @ 15:45:57

    Randi, I’m so sorry for your loss. May you and your family find strength during this sorrowful time. My prayers continue for you and your family.

    Judy in MO

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  23. Mary Landon
    May 27, 2011 @ 16:24:52

    Gosh, Randi, I am truly sorry for the loss of your husband. God bless you.

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  24. Catherine Albieth
    May 27, 2011 @ 17:10:57

    So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts here in Ireland.

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  25. Sally Bramald
    May 27, 2011 @ 17:49:34

    I am so very sorry. After all you both have been through in the last few weeks, it just doesn’t seem fair. Not now whilst it is all so raw, but later try and forget this time and remember all the wonderful times.
    My heart goes out to you,
    With love and sorrow,
    Sally
    x

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  26. Gari
    May 27, 2011 @ 18:35:24

    I, too, am so sorry for your loss. At the same time I know that his brief time of responsiveness was a blessing to your and your family and has given you the opportunity to share your love for each other and to say good-bye. You are right, he is whole now, and still loving you all. My prayers continue for you.

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  27. Emily
    May 27, 2011 @ 18:46:11

    My heart is breaking for you. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts during this difficult time.

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  28. Melanie
    May 27, 2011 @ 19:29:48

    Randi I’m so sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in your faith and memories of happy times you spent with Greg.

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  29. Amy C
    May 27, 2011 @ 19:47:46

    Randy – my thoughts are with you and your family.

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  30. Vicki W
    May 27, 2011 @ 19:52:19

    Randi, I am so sorry to hear this news. I know there is comfort in knowing that he is finally out of pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yoru family.

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  31. Peggy
    May 27, 2011 @ 19:54:01

    My thoughts and prayers are with you also

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  32. Deb Levy
    May 27, 2011 @ 20:22:56

    Randi, my heart aches for you in this time of grief and loss.. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers and holding you close in my heart.

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  33. Pokey
    May 27, 2011 @ 23:03:15

    I’m sorry for your loss, I’ve been hoping a miracle would turn his health around. You and your family are being prayed for, I’ glad for the hope and comfort we have in the Lord.

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  34. Linda H
    May 27, 2011 @ 23:08:02

    I am so sorry for your loss. He fought a valiant battle. That you will miss him deeply goes without saying. As you posted, he now is healed and without pain. For that we can be thankful. May God bring his healing peace to your heart now. You are in my prayers.

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  35. Sara Schmidt
    May 28, 2011 @ 00:01:38

    Randi, I am so sorry that you and your family have this sorrow to live through. There are so many of us that care about you all and are still holding you in our prayers. May God’s Grace sustain you now and see you through this time of sorrow.

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  36. Bari
    May 28, 2011 @ 06:56:44

    Oh, Randi! Not at all what we have all prayed for. Like the others, my heart goes out to you and your family. I will continue praying for you and pray that God’s comfort will be around you minute by minute!

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  37. lindasteller
    May 28, 2011 @ 10:32:17

    My heart goes out to you, Randi. I know the loss is tremendous, but it is good to know that he is now free of pain. He will live forever in your heart. My God grant you peace.

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  38. Sue in Scottsdale, AZ
    May 28, 2011 @ 11:38:39

    Randi, there are no words I can say that will ease your grief. My prayers are with you and your family and know your faith will help ease the pain you are feeling.

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  39. Kathy
    May 28, 2011 @ 12:33:54

    Randi, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.

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  40. Sherri G
    May 28, 2011 @ 13:40:17

    I’m so very sorry, Randi.

    My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. Psalm 73:26

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  41. Kathy W.
    May 28, 2011 @ 19:12:34

    Randi, I am so incredibly sorry to learn of your loss. My prayers were for him to recover and return home; the Lord had other plans for your beloved Greg. I will continue to pray that God will grant courage and strength to you and your family.

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  42. sammi
    May 29, 2011 @ 00:24:26

    God is Love. God’s love covers the universe. Please bask in the warmth of that love to help your healing. (((Greg)))

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  43. SueS
    May 29, 2011 @ 15:19:06

    Thinking of you…

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  44. Karen E Overton
    May 30, 2011 @ 09:25:28

    I hope this song will be a comfort to you. Love and prayers, karen O

    “I Will Rise” by Chris Tomlin

    There’s a peace I’ve come to know
    Though my heart and flesh may fail
    There’s an anchor for my soul
    I can say “It is well”

    Jesus has overcome
    And the grave is overwhelmed
    The victory is won
    He is risen from the dead

    [Chorus:]
    And I will rise when He calls my name
    No more sorrow, no more pain
    I will rise on eagles’ wings
    Before my God fall on my knees
    And rise
    I will rise

    There’s a day that’s drawing near
    When this darkness breaks to light
    And the shadows disappear
    And my faith shall be my eyes

    Jesus has overcome
    And the grave is overwhelmed
    The victory is won
    He is risen from the dead

    [Chorus:]
    And I will rise when He calls my name
    No more sorrow, no more pain
    I will rise on eagles’ wings
    Before my God fall on my knees
    And rise
    I will rise

    And I hear the voice of many angels sing,
    “Worthy is the Lamb”
    And I hear the cry of every longing heart,
    “Worthy is the Lamb”
    [x2]

    [Chorus:]
    And I will rise when He calls my name
    No more sorrow, no more pain
    I will rise on eagles’ wings
    Before my God fall on my knees
    And rise
    I will rise

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    • AllenQuilts
      May 30, 2011 @ 11:29:21

      That is beautiful!

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  45. Patty E
    May 30, 2011 @ 15:22:24

    May the Lord keep you and your family in his arms with a loving embrace. Your sweet husband is no longer bound to the pain of this earth. My heart and prayers go out to you. Take Care

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  46. Darlene B
    May 30, 2011 @ 18:27:40

    Randi: I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you in this time of grief. Prayers and blessings to you and your son.

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  47. Teri
    May 30, 2011 @ 19:14:03

    So sorry for your loss. May God lift you up during this difficult time. I know this has been a long and difficult journey.

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  48. Morah
    May 31, 2011 @ 07:03:26

    I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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  49. Jorja
    May 31, 2011 @ 20:39:37

    Randi, I have no words. My heart aches for you and I will add my prayers to all the others.

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  50. Cheri Gilleland
    May 31, 2011 @ 21:18:01

    I am so terribly saddened to read all that you, Greg and the rest of your family have gone thru these months. My heart is crying for you and your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers as well.

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  51. cheryl
    May 31, 2011 @ 23:52:55

    I checked your blog daily hoping for good news. So sorry for your loss.

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  52. Hanlie
    Jun 01, 2011 @ 06:40:12

    Hi Randi

    I was so sad to read your last post. I hope that you will be conforted by the happy memories of your husband.

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  53. Elaine Adair
    Jun 01, 2011 @ 12:07:29

    Please accept my sympathy – I have followed your news for so long, and each time, hoped there would be positive news.

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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  54. Ruthie
    Jun 01, 2011 @ 20:53:29

    You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  55. wendysquilting
    Jun 02, 2011 @ 14:24:29

    (((((((((Randi)))))))))) I just want to let you know that you are in my prayers.

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  56. Cynthia
    Jun 03, 2011 @ 13:06:58

    My heart go out to you and your family. Know that he is being kept and loved and is a place with no more pain and suffering. Peace be with you. God Bless from Texas.

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  57. ozjane
    Jun 04, 2011 @ 04:18:01

    So sorry to hear your news but so glad you know where he is, safe, whole and at rest. Blessings.

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  58. Jami
    Jun 04, 2011 @ 10:33:54

    Randi- I’ve just now saw your hearrbreaking news. I’m so sorry to hear of Greg’s passing. Sending you prayers and hugs.
    Jami

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  59. Judy Laquidara
    Jun 05, 2011 @ 10:30:52

    Randi, I’ve been thinking of you and praying for you. I’m so sorry for your loss but am glad Greg is no longer suffering. Good luck to you.

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  60. Diana W
    Jun 05, 2011 @ 11:48:26

    Randi,
    You have my deepest sympathy in this time of grief. I think of you and have been praying for you every day. I wish you well, my friend.

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  61. Lynn Douglass
    Jun 05, 2011 @ 15:01:51

    Randi, know that I continue to pray for you and your family. Not a day goes by that I don’t think of you. Thank you for posting your thoughts and feelings, as many will be blessed by your continued journey. xoxo

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  62. AnnMarie
    Jun 16, 2011 @ 20:33:16

    Randi, know that you are in my prayers. I am sorry for your loss.

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