in loving memory

smile
Evelyn Elizabeth Swinnerton
1949-2011

It’s been an emotional weekend and I should have known that my dear mum would would fight till the very end. Late last night she went back to God. We have spent days and nights at the hospital and she was surrounded by so much love the entire time. But I just can’t quite believe that she has gone and I keep wishing we had more time. It just seems so sudden. She had been doing so well and was talking so clearly last week that we all thought we had more time. It just took one week.  
I wish she was still here with us but I need to think that she has left us for a better place. I’ve also had a quiet word with God to have the best of everything ready for her. Champagne, lobster, french shoes, clothes, french music and movies and lots of books. All of the things that she loves. And only the best will do.  She was a special lady and left this world too early. 
Death is Nothing at All
Death is nothing at all.
I have only slipped away to the next room.
I am I and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other,
That, we still are.
Call me by my old familiar name.
Speak to me in the easy way
which you always used.
Put no difference into your tone.
Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed
at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me. Pray for me.
Let my name be ever the household word
that it always was.
Let it be spoken without effect.
Without the trace of a shadow on it.
Life means all that it ever meant.
It is the same that it ever was.
There is absolute unbroken continuity.
Why should I be out of mind
because I am out of sight?
I am but waiting for you.
For an interval.
Somewhere. Very near.
Just around the corner.
All is well.
Henry Scott Holland

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  1. Oh Corrie, I am so sorry for your loss.
    Your mum is at peace now, with her maker, without pain.
    Praying for you and your family through this difficult time.

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  7. A beautiful woman.. I can see you come by it honestly… 🙂 She gave you that.. and strength.. bless you!
    I send prayers to you that you find the strength in your family to help you through this difficult time. HUGS!!

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  9. Oh Corrie I am so sorry to hear. I read your post this morning and shed a tear for you and your family. Lots of love and thoughts at this time to you and all your family – it is a very sad time for you all xx

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  12. Oh my, I am so sorry. A strangers love to you & your family.
    The poem is beautiful, it made me think of my Dad who has been gone for 20 years now. Thank you for allowing me to think of my Dad again.

    Your love for your mum & her love for you will live forever.

    xoxo

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  15. I am so very sad for you. To this day, I remember when my mother died and it was close to 25 years ago. I still miss her terribly!! I don’t think a girl ever can forget her mother. I am sooo sorry for your loss!!

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  16. I am so sorry for your loss.My mum passed away at the same age years ago but she is always with me.I wish you feel your mother always with you.
    Lovely poem…

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  21. Corrie and her family. My heart is aching for you, know that she looking down on you and smiling. I was in the same position almost 2 years ago with my dad. Love and thought to you all

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  39. You have my deepest sympathies. I didn’t want to say so before, but I lost my own dear mother to the same cancer your mum had. I’ve walked in your shoes, and my heart hurts for you. May God fill you with the peace that only He can give. Amen and amen.

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  42. So sad to hear of your Mum’s passing, Corrie. Such a beautiful photo of your beautiful Mum. All my love to you and your family.~ Tina x

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  47. You dont know me but I am an avid follower of your blog and have read each of your posts about your mum and have felt for her, you and your family throughout this terrible time. I am shedding tears as I write this as I cant bear to imagine what you are feeling at the moment. You have been so strong throughout this terrible time and Its very obvious how much you love your dear, beautiful mum. My thoughts are with you and your family. x

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  50. Corrie, I am so so sorry. I am crying here as I have been following what has been happening with your Mum and cannot begin to think how sad you must be right now. Thoughts and prayers with you. xxx

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  53. Corrie, I am so sorry 🙁 I hope you can draw comfort from your faith at this time. Something my dad said to me recently really struck me. He said that a Mother’s love is so powerful that he believes it transcends this physical world. That even though his mother, and now yours, are no longer on this earth, he can still feel the strength of her love for him in very tangible way. Your Mother’s love for you lives on and will always be with you. xx

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  54. Oh Corrie. She will be watching over you. You have lots of wonderful memories you can tell you children as they grow.
    Thinking of you all

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  55. Sending my very best wishes at your time of loss and great sadness.
    I read “Death is Nothing at all” at my daddy’s funeral.
    I’m thankful for you that you have your beautiful family unit to get through this traumatic time, together. Go lightly. xx

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  59. So so sorry for your loss. My mum also left too early and I didn’t think I could manage without her but you do what you have to and she’s always in my heart xx

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  64. I’m crying for you Corrie. I know that your mum is in a place of perfect peace and love now with her Maker and he has indeed got all the very best for her there. May the coming days bring you comfort and peace as you grieve for your loss. xx

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  66. Thinking of you Corrie, I am glad that you had such a lovely mother and that you have lots of great memories by the sounds of it. go well in the coming weeks and months as you get used to life without your mum xx

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  69. Oh Corrie {{{hugs}}}
    I can’t believe that you have taken time thins morning to post to us, you are true selfless.
    I was thinking of you and your mum as I closed my eyes last night, so strange.
    I am glad your mum is at peace now.
    Such a lovely photo of your mum, I can see where you get your elegance and beauty from
    TC xoxo

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  72. So sorry to hear of your sad loss. I wish you had longer with her.

    Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.

    Stay strong. Take care. x

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  74. Corrie, you only have to look at the photo to see your Mum’s beauty, style,courage,strength and love – and I had the privelege of being one of her many friends. She is now at peace and God will welcome her with his finest French champagne. Much love to all the family.

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  77. You and your family are in our prayers…
    Losing a parent is hard, no matter how old they are..lost my dad when he was in his 40s and my mom when she was almost 90.

    Love your family and help your young ones know and remember her. She sounds worth knowing….

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  81. I am sorry for your loss, but love how you can thank God even in this difficult time. You will always have a lovely rollmodel to look to, today maybe with sadness, later with happiness for being touched by your precious Mother. Blog hugs at this time

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  85. So sorry ot hear about the death of your mother. I love that photo of her with Keira – so lovely – and I’m sure youhave lots of very happy memories of her that will keep her in your hearts and minds.

    Take care of yourself and your little family and know that I’m thinking of you all!

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  86. Dear Corrie, I have no words to say to ease your pain except that she’s now in the best place and I’m so glad you were able to say goodbye. Wishing you and your family much peace and healing.

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  92. I have a great big lump in my throat and tears in my eyes now. I am so sorry that your Mum has passed Corrie. That is a beautiful piece of writing.

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  96. I am so sorry for you loss. I know how hard it is to lose a parent. Take care of your dad and yourself. My prayers are with you and your family.

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  97. Dear Corrie
    I am so sorry to hear that your mum has passed away. You were obviously very close and love her very, very much. I am glad that she is now at peace and that for her sake, this last week didn’t drag on for too long. Little comfort to you and your family though.

    Love and gentle hugs to all of you.

    God Bless,
    Ashleigh

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  102. I was only thinking of you and your mum this weekend, hoping that she would bounce back and that you would have a happy post this week. But now i am so sorry to hear that she has passed. No words can completly ease the sadness and loss, but know She is at peace now without pain and she will live forever in your heart. xox

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  108. Dear Corrie – I have never posted before, but I am an avid reader of your blog.

    I am so, so sorry for your loss – may your faith and beautiful family give you great comfort during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Catherine

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  110. much love to you all Corrie.
    I thought of my dad as I woke this morning & for a moment couldn’t believe he was gone.
    I wish you strength in those times when you realise it’s not a dream.
    love to you ♥

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  112. Dear Corrie, I am sorry that your mother passed away – your pain must be incredible. Remember all that you can of her and share these memories with your children! Take care.

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  113. This is so sad for your family. I pray that you find peace and strength to get through this difficult time. You have been so brave to share with all of us. When the time comes you will reflect back on your memories and be able to tell your children about your wonderful Mum. xx

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  114. My sincerest sympathy to you and your family at this painful time. I am so sorry. We both have the same beliefs, and although we know where your Mum is, the wound is very raw right now. I pray for comfort and love to come your way. God bless you and keep you. He is with you, even when you don’t think He is…

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  119. oh Corrie I am so sorry to hear that you lost your mum. I too lost my dad to melanoma it is so cruel.I still feel he was taken way to early and never got to enjoy retirement and his grandkids.Its very tough and my thoughts will be with you this next few months I hope you will be ok.judy

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  120. Dear Corrie,
    The grief of separation is greatest with those we love the most. Hold tight to the knowledge that your beautiful Mum is now safely in her Lord’s arms, and yes he will have only the best laid out for her. May He bless you, your family and household with peace as you go through the days to come. xo

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  124. “Let not your heart be troubled; ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.” John 14:1-2

    Take comfort in the words of Jesus. Your mom has gone to the Father’s mansion – imagine, in the presence of our Holy Father. Your family remain in my prayers.

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  125. Oh Corrie, I’ve just read your last 3 posts – I’m so sorry to hear this. The death of a parent is an awful awful thing to experience, and I’m sorry you’ve had to go through it too soon. Hope you and your family are doing as best you can.

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  127. So sorry to hear about your mum, my dad was also born in 49, and if he went today I know how I would feel. Probably just like the way you are feeling yourself. Hang in there, they say it hurts less as time goes by, and the memories get deeper in your soul.

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  129. So sorry to for your loss. I hope you can find solace in your family, your happy memories of your mom, and in knowing that she’s no longer suffering. Take care,
    Trudy

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  131. I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing Corrie. So very sad. You have s strong faith to get you through this sad time. I have been following this journey you have been on, having been there myself with my own dear mother. It bought back a lot of memories. Kia Kaha – stay strong

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  136. Corrie, Thinking of you all during this time.

    May your faith in God and family be with you during this time and the weeks, months and years ahead.

    It is a relief that she is no longer in pain and that she has gone to a better place and will be waiting for you all when the time is right.

    God Bless
    x Kylie

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  137. losing your mum would have to be the hardest thing. Knowing God is near and hears every prayer helps. May His arms wrap you and your family up tightly in this time. lean on Him always. xx

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  144. I am so sorry Corrie. It always comes too quick and three years on I would give anything to have another week with my darling father in law. I just cannot comprehend it being your Mum… Your family will be in my prayers.

    Sally

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  147. Dear Corrie and family, May God dry your tears with the soothing touch of his love and heal your grief with his gentle presence. also a nice scripture for you is Psalms 34:18. Thinking of you!

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  150. So sad for you and your family Corrie. Your poem is beautiful. I have held onto this one: Do Not Stand At My Grave And Weep
    – Mary Frye (1932)
    Do not stand at my grave and weep,
    I am not there, I do not sleep.
    I am in a thousand winds that blow;
    I am the softly falling snow.

    I am the gentle showers of rain;
    I am the fields of ripening grain.
    I am in the morning hush;
    I am in the graceful rush.

    Of beautiful birds in circling flight,
    I am the starshine of the night.
    I am in the flowers that bloom,
    I am in a quiet room.

    I am the birds that sing,
    I am in each lovely thing.
    Do not stand at my grave and cry,
    I am not there. I do not die.
    xxx

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  151. Corrie, I am so very sorry. We’re the same age! She must’ve had a good live and quite fulfilled, after all, she had you!
    May the Lord wrap you in His loving and protective arms at this time of sorrow. Remember, your grief will take time. Use it…it is the best for you, and grieve in a way that brings ~you~ comfort. God Be With You! Luv-Loretta

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  153. Corrie,
    I know today is a very tough day. But this struggle has gone on for a bit and I think it is so much better that she isn’t suffering and you aren’t suffering along side of her anymore. Let her go fly…as you get back to life on earth with your precious little ones. If anything, hold them ever so much tighter and when you wish upon the evening star…make sure everyone blinks at GrandMum.

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  154. I’m so deeply sorry for your loss Corrie…love & peace to you & the family. She’ll always be with you…I often think of my dad as our ‘guardian angel’ watching over us all now.

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  159. I am sorry for your loss. It was a lovely poem and I was very moved. Give those beautiful children of yours lots of cuddles they will help you through this difficult time.

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  160. Thinking and praying for you today Corrie. I love that poem, it sums it up perfectly. Lean on your family and let them lean on you. Cry and laugh when you need to. Pull your family close to you.

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  164. I’m so sorry for your loss Corrie. I know how difficult the final days can be with cancer. I hope the lobster is waiting…

    There is a beautiful Banjo Patterson poem (over the range) that I read to my children when they ask me about death – the last verse is:

    Child, you are wise in your simple trust,
    For the wisest man knows no more than you.
    Ashes to ashes, and dust to dust:
    Our views by a range are bounded too;
    But we know that God hath this gift in store,
    That, when we come to the final change,
    We shall meet with our loved ones gone before
    To the beautiful country over the range.

    thinking of you
    xxxCate

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  167. I am so sorry you have had to farewell your mother, Corrie. The poem is beautiful, and has reminded me of my own mother’s wishes, that I not hold the sadness too long, something I am still struggling with after 6 years.

    The recent photos of your mother are both beautiful, first as a vibrant young mother with the world at her feet, and the last photo where she looked like she had accomplished so much in her life, with her loving, caring expression showing a certain contentment with her life. A life well lived, even if too short a life. May true peace be with her now.

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  168. I lost my Mum late last year, so I can totally know what you are feeling. I just loved the poem and am passing it on to my sister. It’s one of the loveliest things I have read. I think faith is the thing that got me through as it will you. You know that we all are only temporary on this earth, then we get to live our REAL lives when we leave this place and live with our Heavenly Father.
    Love, and prayers not just for today, but in the weeks, months and years ahead.
    xxx

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  170. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hold on to that hope she is in a better place than the pain she was in in. Jesus promises us that He has gone to prepare a room for us (John ch 14)and that we should fear not. I have found re reading this at the time of my sister’s and then my father’s death helpful

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  171. Corrie… I haven’t been following your blog for very long, but can already tell how close you and your mom were. I am sorry for your loss and you will definitely be in my prayers… hoping grace and faith keeps you strong in the coming days.

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  172. They say there is a reason.
    They say that time will heal.
    But neither time nor reason.
    Will ever change the way you feel.
    Your mum shall always be with you.
    She will be the sunshine in the morning.
    And the birds that sing all day.
    The rainbows that colour the sky.
    And the wind the blows in the trees.
    She will be the stars that sparkle at night,
    And the moon that shines so bright…
    Her face you will see.
    Her voice you will hear..
    And a thousand loving memories.
    Will hold her forever near…
    My deepest felt sympathy to you and your family….

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  178. Oh Corrie, I really feel for you. Your mum really does seem like the most beautiful soul, and she reminds me of my own dear mum to look at.

    What a beautiful legacy she left behind in you, her daughter, a (super) mum…

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  183. Forever in your heart and mind. A loving mother and friend. A precious memory to share with all your beloved…thoughts and prayers to you all…

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  184. So sorry to hear this news, losing a mum is tough, expecially when you have a young family. I’m thinking of you…I lost my mum 3yrs ago, and it is how I started sewing and crafting again – as a way of never losing that connection and help me embrace motherhood like she did.

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  186. …. one more comment to add to your list from lovely bloggers.

    It’s hard to know what to write – my mum died of cancer 12 yrs ago without seeing our children…miss her all the time. She was getting to know Jesus a couple of years before she died. May his peace comfort you and your family as you adjust to life without your lovely mum.

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  188. God bless you and may He hold your memories dear for you. I wish you the warmest heart hugs imaginable. I’m so sorry for your loss, but Heaven’s gain.

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  189. I am so sorry Corrie. I have been sitting her sobbing for you.

    My sister is taking me to her Church this week, and I’ll be sure to pray for your mum and make sure that she’s being spoiled.

    And I’ll pray for you too. Take it easy beautiful. xx

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  191. Dear Corrie..may the Lord wrap His arms around you to comfort you and your family at this time, lovely girl. I am so glad that she was here long enough to get to know her beautiful grandchildren and they her.

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  192. Thinking of you Corrie. I’m so sorry to hear of your mum’s passing and I hope you’re able to take some comfort from knowing she is at peace now. That is a beautiful poem. Take care of yourself xx

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  193. I’m so sorry Corrie. No one loves you like your mother, I hope that you will be able to still have her in your life through memories and photos and just by talking about her, she’s still with you. Your mum is in good company. Love and hugs to you all xox

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  195. Corrie, Just to let you know that I was thinking of you at this very difficult time. May your beautiful memories of your Mum give you strength. Blessings, Rebecca

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  196. so, so , so sorry Corrie. We share the the same date, my mum was three years ago yesterday. I remember wishing there was a fast forward button so I could get to a place where it was “OK” . I have decided that place doesn’t exsist. Your Mum leaves a hole that can’t be filled, ever. i am glad for you that you have your gorgeous kids to keep you busy. I wish you well in the coming weeks, I am so very sad for you xxx

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  197. Corrie i am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will pray for you and the family to have strength and support for the days,weeks and months which lie ahead. I still remember the post that you made when your mum went out to lunch and that photo was taken. Gods peace be with you. Fiona x

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  204. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this grieving moment as well as our prayers for the eternal repose of your mum. She is hugging god right now and smiling as you remember her with all the love in your heart. Hugs and God bless.

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  207. Corrie I am so sorry for your loss, words can seem so inadequate at a time like this but know that she is now at rest and free from pain. You are in my thoughts
    Pene x

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  208. Siento mucho la perdida de tu mama,pero lo más importante es el legado que os ha dejado y es así como la tenéis que recordar como una mujer buena ,simpática y que por encima de todo amaba a su familia y que ahora seguro que esta en el cielo con Dios y desde allí os protegerá,besos a toda la familia.

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  213. my deepest sympathy..

    what a beautiful lady she was! A beautiful photo! Thank you for sharing!

    i am sorry that you lost your mum too early, but i am glad she is no longer in pain and that you have set her up for a beautiful after life!

    xxx

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  218. so terribly sorry to hear your sad news. a beautiful poem. may you remember all the good times you shared. thoughts are with you.
    x

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  221. I am so sorry Corrie. I lost my Dad a little over 2 yrs. ago & now my Mom has colon cancer. It’s so hard losing a parent and/or having one ill. I’m praying for you & your beautiful family.
    Debi

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  225. Love to you Corrie. I lost my mum on October 3rd last year to liver cancer. We only had four mOnths from her diagnosis to her passing. I cry daily. Thank-you for words. Your strength is wonderful. Thinking of you. Xo

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  226. Corrie what a beautiful verse from Henry Scott Holland. It is so fitting. Even though your hearts must be breaking, I’m sure your mum is so very free now, but as the verse implies, I’m sure she is just around the corner, waiting. Jacinta

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  235. What a beautiful piece of writing for a beautiful family in the darkness of loss. Corrie I truly hope your Mum is enjoying her lobster and champagne and planning how to spend her time looking over you and your family. My heart and love goes out to you my friend. Lots of love, Liss xxx

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  236. What a beautiful piece of writing for a beautiful family in the darkness of loss. Corrie I truly hope your Mum is enjoying her lobster and champagne and planning how to spend her time looking over you and your family. My heart and love goes out to you my friend. Lots of love, Liss xxx

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  237. May the road rise to meet you,
    May the wind be always at your back.
    May the sun shine warm upon your face,
    The rains fall soft upon your fields.

    May green be the grass you walk on,
    May blue be the skies above you,
    May pure be the joys that surround you,
    May true be the hearts that love you.

    And until we meet again,
    May God hold you in the palm of his hand.

    SO sad for you at this time, I lost my mum 6 years ago…. thinking of you at this time. Cecily

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  239. Sinto muito…Os meus mais sinceros sentimentos….
    Ela já cumpriu a sua missão neste mundo…mas no outro está a sorrir, como na foto em que aparece com a linda menina…
    abraços de Maria Filomena

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  245. Im sorry for your loss. Grief is a horrible thing.. you do make it through although im not sure how.. Thinking of you.. and i know without a doubt that she is in heaven reuniting with more of her family.. and you will be with her again one day xx

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  251. I’m not sure I can find the right words to convey how sorry I am to read this post. I just pray that you’re able to find strength in your beautiful family. Sometimes life does seem so unfair. I am so sorry for your loss Corrie. May time heal the pain.

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  252. I feel so sorry for you. But I am sure she has passed to an even better world – without pain and illness.
    No matter how long you have been living with her illness, no matter how long you have been expecting this end to come – it is painful and a shock anyway – I know this so well.
    One day – not too soon of course – your pain will begin to fade, but the gap will rest forever.
    I wish you strength and family and friends to hold on to.

    Heike

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  254. So very sorry to hear your sad news, Corrie. You posted a beautiful photo of your mum. It’s clear where you got your smile. You’ll be in my prayers as you try to work through the next few days.

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  256. So sorry to hear of your loss Corrie. That poem was sent to me when we lost our 16 yr old son, almost 24 years ago. Of all the messages, cards and warm wishes we received, those words carried me through the dark times. I hope it does the same for you.

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  259. I am very sorry for your loss. Your mother is beautiful,both young and as a gram. I am praying for you and your family.God will sustain you through this time.

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  260. Dear Corrie
    May God hold you and your precious family in the palm of his hand as He guides you through this difficult time. I hope your beautiful Mum is enjoying the luxuries you requested for her in heaven. Stay strong Corrie and know you are surrounded by the care and love of family, friends and even strangers.
    Peace, perfect peace…

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  262. What a beautiful poem and touching tribute to your Mom! She will always be Your Personal Guardian Angel!
    I pray that you will find comfort in the loving memories you have!

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  264. My heart aches for you. I went through the same loss at the end of January and then this weekend with my grandmother (she couldn’t handle now having her daughter anymore). My prayers are with you and your family.

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  265. Corrie, praying for you and your family. You can sure see in the pictures you have posted how much she loved you and your family. I’m so sorry she passed so soon.

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  266. Dear Corrie,I´m from Spain and my english is not very good,but I want to say you I´m sad for you and your family,I´m so sorry for your loss and your pain,I hope you´ll find in your wonderful family and in God the strength to help you in these hard moments…Your mum will live forever in your heart
    hugs and kisses for all of you.

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  267. I am so sorry! My heart is hurting for you and your family. We lost my husbands dad two years ago after living with him and taking care of him for 18 months. That pain will last a long time but just let it happen. Hold on to your faith and love in God. They will get your through.

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  271. Corrie, I’m so sorry to hear this news. It’s going to be a rough time I’m sure and I can’t imagine what you’re going through but I’ll be praying for you all. xx

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  277. I’m crying as I write this. The quote you left is the exact one my mom left to be read at her funeral 1 1/2 yrs ago. There isn’t a day I don’t miss her and think I have to tell her something. My heart goes out to you, I wish you peace.

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  279. I’m so sorry lovely….hugs oxoxo I’m thinking of you….I lost my dad 11 years ago..and I can appreciate that feeling in your belly, that you have…..

    One day at a time ♥

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  280. So sorry to hear this, Corrie, but at the same time glad to hear that she is in a better place and went surrounded by all her loved ones. Thinking of you at this sad time.

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  281. Ooh Corrie…words are not enough..just lots and lots of love and hugs go to you. Time heals, but you never forget, and yep I still talk to my Mum, if not daily, at least every second day. We talk about her constantly and it is just as if she’s just in the next room. Even members of the family born after she died talk about her likes and ways. Memories are precious…share them with your children, always.
    Hugs and hugs, Gloria

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  282. Heartfelt condolences to you & your family on the loss of your mom. It’s terrible to lose someone whom you love greatly to an awful & cruel disease.

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  286. I was just thinking of you and wanted to pop in and say that I’m still thinking of you.
    I hope you’re sipping on some champagne and listening to some of that French music and celebrating your gorgeous mums life. Lots of love xx

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  289. I’m so sorry to hear that your mum has passed. My thoughts are with you and your family at such a sad time. Hug your beautiful babies close and know that you are surrounded by love, both from those you can see and those you can’t.

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  290. My deepest sympathy to you and your family Corry. I’m sure your wonderful spirit and all the lovely memories of your beautiful mum will lead you through this sad time.

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  292. Dearest Corrie. I know that words never seem enough at a time like this. But accept our words, our thoughts and our tears with your own over the passing of your Mum. She left peacefully and will always be a part of you and your beautiful family xxx

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  293. Corrie, I’m so sorry to hear that you lost your Mom and at such a young age. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and keep the thought in your heart that she’s no longer in pain.

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  295. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

    I’m so sorry for your loss. It was the same with my mom – she was talking – balancing a check book and that night went into the hospital.

    :hugs: know that you are loved from around the world.

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  296. Dear Corrie, your mum is now in the arms of god, resting. I offer my sincere sympathy for the loss to you and yours.

    RIP Corrie’s Mum

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  299. Corrie,

    Be strong and remember the good times.
    Your mother lives on in you and your beautiful children.
    My thoughts are with you.

    Robyn

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  300. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Wish I could give you a real hug right now, but I’m sending one from a far {{Hugs}}. Peace and Prayers, Steph

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  301. Corrie, I am so sorry for your loss. Hope your mum is livin’ it up somewhere gorgeous with plenty of champagne and delicious lobster. Thinking of you xxx

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  304. oh corrie, i don’t know what to say other than, I’m so sorry for such a huge loss in your life! You are so strong, amazing, and with such a lovely spirit – I bet you get those amazing qualities from your mum!
    lots of love and prayers
    xx

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  311. I’m so sorry, Corrie. I’ve only just caught up with your blog and your words and pictures are so evocative that I couldn’t stop by and pass on my condolences. What a great loss this must be to your family.

    Please take care of yourself and your loved ones… (((Hugs)))

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  312. Ive just read about you losing your mum. I know how empty you are feeling right now. Dont overdo life at the moment. You will be running on adrenaline right now so try to find time to breathe. If you ever need someone to listen, you know how to find me. XX

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