After a 6 year struggle with Alzheimer's, my husband of 35 years stepped into the presence of the Lord early this morning. The best gift that Dave ever gave to me is his love. He made a place in his heart for me that I knew I always had.
It was so obvious that Dave was experiencing the peace that comes from having a personal relationship with the Lord as he moved into Heaven. Peace is not something that we can find, is it? It comes as a result of knowing that we are forgiven and loved by God; from being in the journey of really getting to know God personally.
I am grateful that Dave was willing to trust God through so much difficulty. He was a man of great integrity and courage. He finished the race well.
I love you, and I will miss you so!
Supported by His love,
Sandy
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! God Bless you and walk with you through this time!
Posted by: Michelle Webster | December 05, 2009 at 11:01 PM
My thoughts are with you Sandy. Those are such beautiful words that you have written about your husband. While I do not know you or him personally, I do admire the love you shared together and the happiness that radiates from what you've shared with us here.
Posted by: Torie G. | December 06, 2009 at 04:14 AM
Sandy, I'm so very, very sorry for the loss of your husband. Through your blog, I've read about your journey, and I admire your strength. May God bless you and your family at this most difficult time.
Posted by: Cathy B. | December 06, 2009 at 10:39 AM
Sandy, please know that my prayers are with you. May you find comfort and peace in the assurance of God's love.
Posted by: Sharon Rivera | December 06, 2009 at 11:03 PM
I am so sorry for your loss... My prayers are with you during this difficult time. You don't know me but I visit your blog often and check out your ideas. Thank you for sharing your creativity and your life.
Posted by: Raidis Smet | December 07, 2009 at 12:45 AM
Oh Sandy I am so so so sorry for your loss! I have been following your blog for quite a long time now and know the LOVE you have for Dave. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I know you will find the comfort you need in God's love.
Posted by: Terry Molineux | December 07, 2009 at 06:06 AM
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Posted by: Georgann G | December 07, 2009 at 07:33 AM
Sandy, thinking of you & your family. I will always remember how much we had on the Alaska cruise together & how much Dave (& the other husbands) enjoyed getting one of everything offered at meal times. :) You are incredibly strong woman & I pray that God will grant extra strength during this difficult time. I know Dave is your guardian angel now. Love, Teresa Brethauer
Posted by: Teresa B. | December 07, 2009 at 08:52 AM
sandy, sorry for your loss. The love between you and Dave is so strong and cherish dearly. Hope you and your family can find some peace and calmness in the days to come. I know you will have all the love and support from your family and all your friends. Laura W
Posted by: laura wai | December 07, 2009 at 11:49 AM
Sandy, My heart is both breaking with you, and rejoicing with you that Dave is in the presence of his Lord! "We sorrow not, as others sorrow". "Absent from the body, AT HOME with the Lord." My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Posted by: Ruth Bingle | December 08, 2009 at 09:52 PM
The hymn writer wrote: When we all get to heaven, what a day of rejoicing that will be! When we all see Jesus we'll sing and shout the victory"! Dave is shouting in victory in the presence of our Lord and Savior. Blessings in the King of kings and Lord of lords - Shari
Posted by: Shari | December 09, 2009 at 12:22 PM
Sandy,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers...
Posted by: Priscilla Aguilar | December 10, 2009 at 01:48 AM
Sandy,
I am so very sorry for your loss, but I know that heaven is celebrating a son who is home. I pray for God's arms to wrap around you and hold you close. My husband is in his last days and soon he will be home with Jesus and he can met your husband.
Love to you my sister,
Ginger Mitchell
Posted by: Joy Ginger Mitchell | December 11, 2009 at 06:00 AM
Sandy, I'm keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Posted by: Phyllis Johnson | December 12, 2009 at 04:48 AM
Sandy,
I am so very sorry to read about the loss of your husband. I have been reading you blog for some time now and do enjoy all the lovely pictures you share of your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers this Holiday Season.
Posted by: Elsa L | December 12, 2009 at 08:37 AM
Sandy, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss and will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers as well.
Posted by: Debbie | December 12, 2009 at 09:31 AM
Sandy - I burst into tears reading the post about your husband passing. I pray that you are feeling the strength that we are all praying for finds you. You have inspired me to continue to fight for my marriage, and my hobby. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Posted by: Amber | December 29, 2009 at 09:15 PM
Oh Sandy....I'm sorry that I'm reading this so late. I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Dave. I'm so happy to know that you two enjoyed so many wonderful years (and yet too few) together and that he was so at peace. I can't imagine the loss you must feel and I hope your family and friends will provide comfort and joy while you heal. Very best. Love, Melanie
Posted by: Melanie Evans | January 26, 2010 at 02:08 PM