Just got the call from Dude. Lisa died about 45 minutes ago, at around 11:30 PM Friday night. He’s frazzled, but is thankful she’s not in pain any more.
RIP, Lisa. You’re missed already.
RIP Lisa Clusterfook
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I’m so sorry. I love you!
Danalyns last blog post..Professional? Say what?
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The only solace is she is no longer suffering.
What a tremendous loss to the world. What a bright light she was.
Be at peace, Lisa.
sizzles last blog post..Things I Miss
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I can’t believe this has come.
Rest on Lisa… sleep peacefully.
Dude and girls, we are saying so many prayers for you.
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Lisa, you’ll definitely be missed. I’m just glad you’re not hurting anymore.
May peace come to Dude, Teenie and Cam.
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We loved her and were warmed by her wit and wisdom. Now we can only be happy that her pain is gone, but sad that it is replaced by our own now that she is no longer with us.
Susan Reynoldss last blog post..The Cost of Life
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Thank you for being you… and more importantly allowing me to get to know you.
Good journey my friend.
See you when I do.
NYCWDs last blog post..Believe
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RIP, Lisa. You were a tremendous joy to interact with online, and I know you meant so much to so many.
Prayers to the family.
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Dude, Teenie, and Cam, we’re here for you. Rest in peace, Lisa.
Avitables last blog post..Rest in Peace
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God bless Dude and the girls. We will miss Lisa.
Tense Teacher and Geeks last blog post..Stressed
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peace to you Lisa and to your family. Much love..and heartful prayers.
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I never knew Lisa, but sad to hear of her loss, even though she is out of pain now. I lost my mom almost 3 years ago to cancer and it sucks. Lots of thoughts and good vibes going out to her family.
martymankinss last blog post..Distractions
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RIP, Lisa
Gingers last blog post..Thankful on This Thursday
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Love ya, Lisa. Dude and the girls, so sorry for your loss.
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Rest in Peace, until we see you again.
Prayers and Hugs to all in the family. May you find the same peace Lisa has finally found.
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So glad I got to know Lisa here on her blog. Hers has been a moving story, and she’ll be missed. My warmest best wishes for her family and other loved ones.
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Lisa, I was so glad to call you my friend. May you find peace and joy on your new journey and feel free to cuddle my son as much as you want.
To Dude and the girls, my heart goes out to you all. Your mom and wife was an amazing woman who touched so many hearts.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
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Rest in peace, Lisa.
Leesas last blog post..There is Pleasure in the Pathless Woods
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You gave it all you had and everyone’s lives are enriched because of your passion and strength. May you rest in peace Lisa.
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O Death the Healer, scorn thou not, I pray,
To come to me; of cureless ills thou art
The one physician. Pain lays not its touch
Upon a corpse. -AESCHYLUS
jesters last blog post..Some Thoughts
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RIP Lisa. Thoughts and Prayers are with Dude and the Girls.
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Dude, Teenie and Cam, I am so sorry. You are in my prayers.
Lisa, I know you are playing with the angels tonight.
Leslies last blog post..That’s My Sweetie
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I think I feel a little bit of clusterfook right now.. so many emotions flowing through, and yet, the first one was relief, I think. To know she’s not in pain anymore, and being certain in the fact that God welcomes her into His arms, wide open, and will hold her in His grace forever. As I’ve been praying for her and the family a lot lately, and thinking of her constantly, I vowed to continue those prayers for them always, since it’s the one thing I’ll always be able to do from so far away. And I know so many, many more of us out there will do the same.
Rest in perfect, graceful peace Lisa. May the angels guide you though to Paradise, and rest assured you will be greatly missed.. but even more so, very dearly remembered. Always.
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Hugs and prayers to Dude and the girls.
Its impossibly difficult to think of the words to say other than I am so sorry. Lisa added a light to my day many, many times.
Jen
Jensboyss last blog post..She is gone.
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I’m thankful she’s at peace. Sending my prayers to Dude and the girls.
Pams last blog post..Confessions of a 40-something woman – CNN.com
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RIP Lisa. Thank you for sharing your story. Godspeed.
Prayers for Dude, Teenie and Cam.
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Rest in peace, Lisa. Thank you for sharing yourself with us. We are going to miss your stories.
Mrs. Fs last blog post..The One With The Uncensored Peek Into My Life
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forever in my thoughts – much love .
ocbs last blog post..oh no a me me – not mehm.
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My heart breaks for you Dude, Cam and Teenie. Rest in peace, Lisa. It was an honour to have been a part of your life in this small way.
Lynn (Walking With Scissors)s last blog post..How My Kids Amuse Themselves
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You will not be forgotten.
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My heart hurts. My thoughts to Dude, Cam & Teenie.
Undomestic Divas last blog post..Defeated
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Shit. I thought I would be so much more prepared for this. Dude, Teeny and Cam, I am sorry for your loss and I cannot even imagine what you are all feeling right now. The only saving grace I have is that she is no longer in pain, which doesn’t really help because now you all have a new pain. I am sorry and my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Me
usedtobemes last blog post..I won’t be quitting my day job
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God bless you all. Lisa’s story is an inspiration.
Mrs RWs last blog post..Where MrsRW Has Been Hiding
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I’m honored to have met her in person, if just for one evening.
You’re a wonderful woman, Lisa. You are loved and missed.
shinys last blog post..Steps
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Do Not Stand at my Grave and Weep
I am Not There. I do not Sleep.
I am a Thousand Winds that Blow.
I am The Diamond Glints on Snow.
I am The Sunlight on Ripened Grain.
I am the Gentle Autumn Rain.
When You Awaken in the Morning’s Hush
I am the Swift Uplifting Rush
Of Quiet Birds in Circled Flight
I am the Soft Stars That Shine at Night.
Do not stand at my Grave and Cry;
I am not there. I did not Die.
~Mary E. Frye
Peace be with you and your family.
~ZZ
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Krystle Reply:
February 28th, 2009 at 12:22 pm
I really like that, so perfect.
Krystles last blog post..One of theeeeese boring things.
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Just Meee~ Reply:
February 28th, 2009 at 6:15 pm
That was perfect !
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I’m sorry. I wish I knew how to say what is in my heart but I can’t. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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Lisa, you were a wonderful woman full of so much love and strength. You will be missed by so many of us and I for one am so glad that you came into my life.
Dude and Family, my prayers are with you and I am so sorry for your loss.
Hillys last blog post..For Clusterfook…
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I’m so sorry. I’m thankful that she will no longer be suffering, but so sorry for her family and those left to manage without her. So, so sad.
Jennifers last blog post..The Queen Mother Word!
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I did not want to believe this day would come. I never knew Lisa in person, only through her writing, and I was and am so grateful to Lisa for sharing so much of herself with us, her readers.
To her husband and sweet daughters, know that the pain eventually will subside and let you rejoice in the memories of better times spent with Lisa.
Much love!
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I am saddened to hear about Lisa. No matter how well prepared we think we are, it’s never easy to lose a loved one–and Lisa was certainly loved by many. My heart breaks for you Dude, Cam, and Teenie–I am sending up prayers for you.
Much love to you all.
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Oh, Lisa. I just cannot even breathe right now. *sobbing*
BlondeBloggers last blog post..Homeschool Mom Steps Outside the Box—and Dances on Top
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Rest In Peace, Lisa.
She was, and is, a true inspiration to us all.
May her family be peaceful and know how much they are loved and being thought of and prayed for.
Karl, thank you for keeping us updated. You are a true friend to her family and us all.
Lisa and her family are in my thoughts.
May Lisa rest in peace.
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God bless you Lisa. I pray for your family and hope that you are at peace.
Lottas last blog post..It’s Not Whining It’s Just Sharing
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She is gone.
You can shed tears that she is gone
or you can smile because she has lived.
You can close your eyes and pray that she’ll come back
or you can open your eyes and see all she’s left.
Your heart can be empty because you can’t see her
or you can be full of the love you shared.
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday
or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
You can remember her and only that she’s gone
or you can cherish her memory and let it live on.
You can cry and close your mind,
be empty and turn your back
or you can do what she’d want:
smile, open your eyes, love and go on.
David Harkins, © 1981
RIP Lisa.
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Krystle Reply:
February 28th, 2009 at 12:37 pm
Love this.
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ame i. Reply:
March 1st, 2009 at 5:36 pm
That was beautiful! Thank you for sharing that with the rest of us.
I never met Lisa, never had the pleasure of speaking with her, and I’m not sure whose blog I found hers through.
I lost my husband to cancer 6 years ago, when our girls were 3 and 5. My younger daughter has now known my “new” husband (we married Oct of 07) longer and has more memories of him than her dad.
I do understand the conflicting emotions of not wanting to lose our loved one yet, but hating to see them in such pain. The difference between our grief and the sense of relief that comes when they are finally released from the agony is a very fine line.
For Lisa (and my late-husband), the time we will be seperated from one another amounts to a blink. For awhile, each day seems to either drag on or pass by quickly because of the daze we can get lost in.
I’m not one to offer advice to her husband and daughters, so instead I offer prayers for strength and comfort.
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I am so sorry. Rest in peace, Lisa.
Cindys last blog post..Under the weather
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Rest in peace, Lisa.
Dude, Cam and Teenie ~ many prayers going up for you as you thread your way through these early days of grief. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Crying tears ~ real tears ~ for the loss of Lisa’s life in this world.
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Prayers for the girls and Dude.
Lisa, I loved you to bits. I’ll treasure the times we spent “together.”
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Godspeed Lisa. Rest easy and know that you were greatly loved.
xoxox
Janices last blog post..HOLY CRAP I TURNED 40!!!
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Rest in Peace, Sweetie.
And to Dude and the girls: I wish you all the love and strength in the world. Your wife/mom was a wonderful person and so are you!
DutchBitchs last blog post..It’s mah birthday and I’ll cry if I want to!
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I am deeply saddened by your tragic loss.
I am relieved that Lisa’s suffering is over.
Peace.
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I am so happy to hear that Lisa’s suffering is at an end. It was very upsetting to think of her struggling as described here recently, and the thought of the impact her pain would have on her family brought great sadness.
What a difficult time this is for them . . . I will keep them in prayer in the days ahead.
Lisa’s was a brave, honest voice. She touched many lives. May her legacy bring peace and comfort to Dude and girls.
JHSs last blog post..Toddler Planet
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I am so very sorry for your loss.
I never posted comments here before, but I read often.
This is such sad news but good at the same time, Lisa is no longer suffering in pain.
I wish for Dude and the kids to find some peace, take the time to grieve, and cry, and smile and laugh at the good memories.
She will be missed.
Goodbye Lisa, your words gave me strength at times when I didn’t have any of my own.
Kats last blog post..Last few days update.
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Loss is so very hard. Dude and the girls, my heart is heavy for you.
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Rest in peace, Lisa.
The Dash
copyright 1996 Linda Ellis
I read of a man who stood to speak
at the funeral of a friend.
He referred to the dates on her tombstone
from the beginning…to the end.
He noted that first came the date of her birth
and spoke of the following date with tears,
but he said what mattered most of all
was the dash between those years.
For that dash represents all the time
that she spent alive on earth…
and now only those who loved her
know what that little line is worth.
For it matters not, how much we own;
the cars….the house…the cash.
What matters is how we live and love
and how we spend our dash.
So think about this long and hard…
are there things you’d like to change?
For you never know how much time is left
that can still be rearranged.
If we could just slow down enough
to consider what’s true and real,
and always try to understand
the way other people feel.
And be less quick to anger,
and show appreciation more
and love the people in our lives
like we’ve never loved before.
If we treat each other with respect,
and more often wear a smile…
remembering that this special dash
might only last a little while.
So, when your eulogy is being read
with your life’s actions to rehash…
would you be proud of the things they
say about how you spend your dash?
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I keep thinking about her smile. She was always smiling. She had such a beautiful smile. I’d like to think that she’s wearing it now, free from her pain and suffering, and smiling down on all of us.
BlondeBloggers last blog post..Be Free, My Friend
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Kelly and Lynda, thank you for posting what you did. Wise, beautiful words for all of us.
Dude, Cam, Teenie, may you feel all the love that is surrounding you, and the warmth of Lisa’s spirit that will never leave you. Peace, strength, comfort, love and healing to all of you.
BlondeBloggers last blog post..Be Free, My Friend
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so very sorry for your loss.
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I know we all have differing religious views, but I think we can all agree that Dude and the girls will always have Lisa watching over and blessing their lives. My thoughts go out to the family, because there really isn’t anything more difficult to deal with…I am so happy that Lisa’s not in pain anymore. She was an incredible blogger and we all got to know a wonderful woman and her Clusterfooked life. She did alot for humanizing ovarian cancer and helping people understand that specific type of cancer. I too would love to help her family however I can…ordering groceries, donating money..I know that the last thing they want to think about right now is whether there’s milk in the fridge. Lisa’s story will always be in my heart…what a brave and amazing woman she was. Thank you Lisa. And again, thank you Karl for taking the power of blog for her..that was a beautiful last gift to her.
Much love. I think we can all celebrate her freedom tonight.
MaryLeigh Bishop
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love to yours and peace to you!
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This is the first time I’ve had the privileged of visiting this blog and I am so unbelievably sad right now. All I can say is sorry to Dude and daughters, and to everyone who was close to Lisa. I’m so, so sorry!
JavaQueens last blog post..Breaker 1-9, this is rubber duck!
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My thoughts and prayers are with you, Dude, Cam and Teenie. And safe journey, Lisa. Thank you for sharing your light with us.
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I am sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with Lisa’s family and friends during this difficult time. She’s going to be so missed, but dearly remembered.
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So sorry for your loss.
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Thinking of Cam, Teenie, and Dude. I’m so glad Lisa isn’t suffering any more, but I’m so pissed off at cancer.
She will be remembered.
dizs last blog post..Goodbye, Lisa
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Oh God. I knew it was coming but… well… sigh…
Lisa touched so many people. She was always be remembered with love.
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Lisa, I met you @ TC and I got to know you through reading your blog – even though we didn’t talk every day or I didn’t comment all the time, I feel like you were a friend in my head, so to speak. Reading your blog helped me in ways you will never realize…while I am sorry you aren’t here anymore, we have your words and your memories.
We love you and will miss you…
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Lisa, may your strength guide us more now. I was completely not ready for this as I thought I would be. Dude, Cam & Teenie, you have a vasr support group. Our thoughts go where you do.
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Goodbye Lisa.
XXX
LeSombres last blog post..It’s all about LovelyWife
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They say that the good die young. I believe that theory has once agin been proven. Dude, Cam, and Teenie, my thoughts are with you at this terribly difficult time. Rest in peace Lisa. I am so glad that your pain is gone.
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I hold my kids closer because of Lisa.
I wish your family strength, dude; I wish it had never come to this.
Love to you and the girls.
In sorrow, Lala
Lalas last blog post..Coolio!
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Aww damn. Every day I check, knowing this news is coming. It doesn’t make it any easier when it does. Thinking of Dude, the girls, and you, Carl. I have no other words…there are none.
Carins last blog post..talk About Lasting Scars
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Rest in peace, Lisa.
Dude and the girls, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I will hold my kids and my husband a bit tighter today and every day thanks for Lisa and her bravery in sharing her story.
Thank you, Lisa, for reminding me to live life with passion. You will be so very missed by so very, very many people.
Jenns last blog post..Why do I still blog after all these years and can I still love it?
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Oh, what a sad day. I’m am so sad for the Dude and her girls and everyone who loved her dearly. love, Emily
Emily McKhanns last blog post..Hi! My name…
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I’ve been so removed from my blog these past few months that I’m only just finding out about Lisa’s passing. This touches me deeply because we lost my son’s dad to cancer when my son was only 8 years old. Lisa’s post about telling her children just broke my heart because I have been there.
My heart goes out to Dude and the girls. All I can say is, take advantage of any grief counseling programs for children in your area. This helped my son VERY much. He did not want anyone at school to know his dad had died because they would “use it against” him. Being around other children who had lost a parent was very helpful to him. The program we attended also had a session for the remaining parents while the kids were in theirs, and that was great as well.
Again, my deepest condolences… she will be, and is already, missed.
panthergirls last blog post..Separated at Birth?
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I’m so sorry. May the memories bring you comfort.
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My thoughtsand prayers are with your family.
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There are no words. Rip Lisa.
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I’m so sorry, yet so glad she’s no longer in pain.
If your daughters ever need to talk to someone who’s lost a mom to cancer that young, all you need do is ask.
Wishing you peace.
thordoras last blog post..When the least they could do to you was everything, then the most they could do to you suddenly held no terror.
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May you rest in peace, and may God take care of you and your family.
Jens last blog post..Rest in Peace Lisa
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Lisa –
Love you, will miss you!
Dude & the Girls – I don’t have to tell you how awesome she was, you already know that way better than I ever will.
I’m praying for you all. take care.
DesignHER Mommas last blog post..Momma needs a new backspace key NOW
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I am so sorry for your loss.
Rest in peace Lisa.
Jodis last blog post..Helping Playtime “Klick” with Your Home Decor
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Goodbye Lisa. I’m glad we got to know each other even just a little bit and I will treasure the bracelet you made always.
Dude and family – you will be in my prayers.
J.
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I know it was stupid, but I guess I was hoping there would be some sort of call from some big-wig doctor who would solve everything.
I wish there was something I could say or do, but I know there isn’t. You are in my thoughts. I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss, Dude and family, and friends.
Kyras last blog post..It Comes Every Year
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i am so sorry.
Robins last blog post..Yadda Yadda
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Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss Dude. You and your girls are in my thoughts.
Lisa, safe travels my friend. You are one of a kind and truly missed already. Rest in peace dear Lisa. Rest in peace.
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My thoughts are with dude and the girls. May they find comfort in the person she was.
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may she rest in peace……..
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Rest in peace Lisa. You are missed and loved.
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Rest in peace, Lisa. My heart goes out to Dude and the girls.
Kikis last blog post..Dono Drama
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lisa will never be forgotten.
hello haha narfs last blog post..Quick Show of Hands, How Do You…
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You will be missed Lisa. More than you probably ever knew.
catnips last blog post..daydreams and naps
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I feel terrible that she is gone, but I am thrilled she is no longer in pain.
To Dude and the girls, my thoughts and love are with you.
Lisa, you are loved and very missed. Go in peace.
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Rest in Peace Lisa. Our prayers are with your family.
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Lisa, you will be missed. Immensely. Rest in Peace, hon.
kapgars last blog post..Dream until your dream come true…
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RIP, Lisa.
She didn’t take the love with her. It just gets stronger. My thoughts are with you and your family, Dude.
Chicky Chicky Babys last blog post..This might explain her God complex.
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so sorry to hear this. my thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.
Doreen Zakems last blog post..What Time Is It?
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Vaya con Dios mi amada. Vaya con Dios.
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Lisa – Thank you for sharing your journey, thank you for sharing your life.
You and your family are taken care of in this universe and we are all better off with your heart’s song having filled it.
As spirits, we know you will never be gone. As humans, you will be achingly missed.
Peace to you, Dude, Cam and Teenie…Peace to all those who love you…Peace…
Kathleens last blog post..Grief Time
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Dude, Cam and Teenie,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I was truly honored to have been able to meet your wife and mother a year ago. May she rest in peace and the memory of her still bring you joy.
Shelli Miller
Shellis last blog post..A Look at What I’ve Been Up to Away From the Blog
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Rest in Peace, Lisa. You will be greatly missed.
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Lisa you touched my heart and taught me so much about life and love. You will be missed not only by those you know and love, but also by so many that never got to meet you. I will never forget you.
I wish Dude, Cam, & Teenie peace and love.
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as one life flys away . such a trail of sorrow shall be left.
missed by all and loved by everyone. the greatest sorrow is that she is no longer here with her family and friends. till then love shall bind togther one day..deeply embedded in all hearts till then
sending my condolences and my thoughts to dude and kidlets at this time..
rest in peace lisa rest in peace.
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Bless her heart, bless his sweet heart. Bless all their hearts.
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Ancient Egyptians believed that upon death
they would be asked two questions
and their answers would determine
whether they could continue their journey in the afterlife.
The first question was, “Did you bring joy?”
The second was, “Did you find joy?”
~ Leo Buscaglia ~
LISA CAN SAY YES TO BOTH! RIP,Lisa…..We will ALL miss you!!!!
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I’m happy for her peace…but I do hope Dude and the girls find peace as well. Much love to them. xo
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I’m at a loss for words……RIP Lisa……..many prayers to Dude, Teenie and Cam…….please let us know if you need anything!
Tamis last blog post..A Thousand Words Thursday
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I’m thankful that Lisa is now in peace; my thoughts will continue to be with Dude and the girls.
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May you have the peace that you deserve, Lisa. You will not be forgotten.
Dude, Cami & Teenie, may you find solace in your grief and have only the happy memories carry you through this time of mourning. Lisa was an amazing woman and you are so blessed to be her family, but I am sure you know that.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cissa Firehearts last blog post..My heart is on fire — Rest in Peace, Lisa
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Wonderful choice of picture. I’m so sorry.
Kizzs last blog post..Sentimental Bling
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My heart hurts.
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Lay your head and rest, Lisa.
Wishing Dude and the girls much comfort in the memory of their wife and mother and knowing how much she loved them.
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God damn it. I thought this would be easier knowing it was coming.
But it’s not.
Lisa, my friend, may you finally find the ultimate peace.
May your children know how much you love them.
May your husband somehow, some way, find the strength he needs to do this.
Thinking of all of you.
Love,
Britt
Miss Britts last blog post..With Bated Breath
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My heart goes out to the family. May they find the strength to ensure as Lisa did. Playing some Stevie Nicks for Lisa this morning…
http://www.imeem.com/thebarforum/music/ye2csJeh/stevie-nicks-stevie-nicks-gods-garden-duet-versionmp3/
God’s Garden
Through the mist I see her face
Looking down on me
Don’t know the time, don’t know the place
Let her eyes watch over me
She comes in deepest sleep
Can’t help but fall at her feet
Won’t let her in for all I’ve seen
This I will take to my grave
I see her walk on water
head held up high
Playing in God’s garden
I’ll be there to hold you when you cry
The path grown over through the years
Walking on the pain towards my fears
Talking to myself for comforts sake
Holding on so I won’t break
Sometimes I hear angels sing
Their tears wash away my sins
Don’t know what my destiny will bring
Just spend eternity with me
Winters last blog post..My Cherry’s Popped!
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I wish for Lisa and her family —peace.
Turnbabys last blog post..Heritage of Joy
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Peace to you all.
maggie, dammits last blog post..Thursday
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To Lisa’s family I send wishes for peace and solace as your grieve your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jills last blog post..PRO-CRAS-TI-NATION
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Stop all the clocks, cut off the telephone,
Prevent the dog from barking with a juicy bone,
Silence the pianos and with muffled drum
Bring out the coffin, let the mourners come.
Let aeroplanes circle moaning overhead
Scribbling on the sky the message She Is Dead,
Put crepe bows round the white necks of the public doves,
Let the traffic policemen wear black cotton gloves.
She was my North, my South, my East and West,
My working week and my Sunday rest,
My noon, my midnight, my talk, my song;
I thought that love would last for ever: I was wrong.
The stars are not wanted now: put out every one;
Pack up the moon and dismantle the sun;
Pour away the ocean and sweep up the wood.
For nothing now can ever come to any good.
– W. H. Auden
Crytals last blog post..Rest In Peace, Lisa Kelly
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Dammit. *tears*
Goodbye Lisa.
zchamus last blog post..A list of things you find out AFTER you get pregnant
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I’m so sorry for your loss, but I’m glad her suffering has ended. Much love to her husband and children, she was an amazing woman.
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Another thing to add: If you take a look on the right side of this page, you’ll see her most recent tweets. Her last three really sum up the way that Lisa continued to be throughout this ordeal — as someone who continued fighting through the end, and someone who never lost her sense of humor.
We love you and miss you.
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Rest in Peace Lisa.
May your journey into whatever happens next be all that it is hoped to be.
May your family find comfort in your love and signs of your neverending presence in their days.
Words seem so trite at a time such as this. I wish this part of it were written differently.
We will not forget.
And in the words of my late daughter… “Cancer Sucks!”
wons last blog post..The post I’ve been avoiding – Part One
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You’re in God’s hands now, Lisa. You fought a good fight, now it’s time to rest. You will watch over your family until you can be with them again.
To the Kelly family — We are all praying for your healing! Please take care.
LVGurls last blog post..Later days
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I love you, Lisa. You will be missed by so many. *HUGS* and love to Dude and the girls.
Tracys last blog post..OMG. This is sooooo me…
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RIP Lisa, prayers to Dude and the girls.
megryansmoms last blog post..Bling for the Bing Bings
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My best to the Fook family.
Angie [A Whole Lot of Nothing]s last blog post..PhotoHunt: Thankful – Ode to My Toes
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Your mom/wife was an amazing person. She taught all of us how precious life is. Thank you for sharing her with us, we are all better people for knowing her.
Many many hugs to you all….
Rest in peace Lisa, you will be greatly missed!
Fantastagirls last blog post..Who Da Man — updated.
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May you rest in peace, Lisa, and know you touched so many of us with your grace, humor and strength.
Sending love and sympathy to Dude and the girls. I’m so sorry.
Fairly Odd Mothers last blog post..One down
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May your soul rest in piece. You will surely be missed.
Jens last blog post..Grace in Small Things: 22 of 365
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My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help your family in any way.
Black Belt Mamas last blog post..Yet Another Reason to Boycott McDonald’s
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May all the tears shed by all the people whose lives have been touched by your grace and humor carry you over to the other side.
Sending thoughts of comfort and love to Dude and the girls.
Five Husbandss last blog post..Rethinking Love
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She fought like a champion.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
derfinas last blog post..Goodbye, Lisa, Goodbye
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What a fantastic person, that she touched so many.
My thoughts and prayers are with The Dude and family.
Rest in Peace, Lisa.
xoxo
Sybil Laws last blog post..20. Really?!
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Your memory lives on with us; but more importantly, with your beautiful family.
Susans last blog post..“Baby, baby, ooh ’til it’s hurtin’ me” – Diana Ross
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I’m so sorry for your loss. Wishing peace to Lisa, Dude and the girls.
Busy Moms last blog post..Tiny Prints and Wedding Paper Divas Discount Codes
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Word seem so inadequate right now. RIP Lisa. I’m glad you’re not suffering anymore. And *hugs* and prayers to Dude, Teeni, and Cam. I am so very sorry for your loss.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace, Lisa.
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Rest in peace,Lisa.
Many heartfelt blessings & condolences to her family & loved ones.
Jupiters last blog post..Eh! Children get your culture (Natty Dreadlock) And don’t stay there and gesture, a-ah, (Natty Dreadlock) Or the battle will be hotter (Natty Dreadlock) And you won’t get no supper. (Natty Dreadlock)
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There are no words.
Mary @ Holy Mackerels last blog post..Break The Bank or Break Your Penis? I Say Go For Broke
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The Heavens have a new star that shines brightly- You are at peace at last, Lisa. I pray for Dude and the girls. Know that many hugs and kisses and prayers are coming your way. Lisa is already missed by so many who loved her. I’m so sorry for your loss. Maria
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My prayers go out to her beautiful family.
Heathers last blog post..March
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I’m so sorry. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. I hope you’re in a better place Lisa and feel no more pain.
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Blessings to Lisa’s husband and beautiful children. I am so sorry for your loss.
Rest in Peace Lisa.
Randis last blog post..Raising Different Children
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Sweet Beautiful Lisa will never ever be forgotten. I feel like a peice of my heart is gone.
May God embrace and comfort her dear family and friends during the difficult days/weeks ahead.
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Many thoughts and prayers go out to Dude & the girls. Rest in peace Lisa. We will miss you!
Heather @ Domestic Extraordinaires last blog post..Haiku Friday: My child is too old edition
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Sweet Lisa.
And, your wonderful family….
I never wanted to see this day or read this news on Clusterfook. I’m saddened. Wishing that the once in a lifetime journey you’ve made was just that. God speed and God Bless.
Love from,
your blogosphere friend who will never forget
Kates last blog post..My Posts of Late
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Dude, Teenie and Cam, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace, Lisa.
Lauras last blog post..Bless her and keep her.
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RIP. My prayers will continue for Dude, the children, and all who are coping with saying good-bye to Lisa.
With sincere and deep sympathy,
Chris
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Lisa you touched my soul as most don’t get to . You made me feel a loss for the first time in a long time. I thank you for everything you have given me and helped me with. I can say you have made a huge difference in my life.
Dude, Cam, and Teenie – May today be filled with family and friends who care and support you to no end. May tomorrow bring forth new days and ease of pain. You my dears are also loved by so many. You have a tremendous amount of support if you should so need it.
Take care of yourselves.
Love Frankie
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I am so sorry to hear that Lisa has passed away my thoughts are with the family, the friends that loved her and her online community.
Heathers last blog post..I need to keep my mouth shut for just one minute
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I discovered Lisa too late — by the time I learned of this incredible lady, it was already near the end.
My heart goes out to her family, friends, and those who loved her. She touched me in the short time that I got to know her.
wordnerds last blog post..RIP Lisa
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My heart goes out to Dude & the girls today. I didn’t know Lisa, but I appreciate the bits of her life that I did get to share through her writing. I hope she is at peace with the angels right now, looking down on her family that she loves. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Tracys last blog post..My road-trip mix tape
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Rest in peace, Lisa. Thank you for sharing your story. It was a pleasure to read your blog and talk to you on Twitter.
I will keep Dude, Cam and Teenie in my thoughts and prayers as the grieve their loss.
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I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with Lisa’s family and friends.
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Thinking of you and praying for your family. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Pipers last blog post..‘Please be truthful, but also please be benevolent, please.’
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Rest in peace, Lisa. You will be truly missed.
kiridas last blog post..bungle in the jungle
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Fly high sweet Lisa. My heart goes out to those you were forced to leave behind.
Robin from Israels last blog post..It’s over. Everything is fine.
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I heard this poem by Edna St. Vincent Millay at a memorial service this week and I think it fits:
I am not resigned to the shutting away of loving hearts in the hard ground.
So it is, and so it will be, for so it has been, time out of mind:
Into the darkness they go, the wise and the lovely. Crowned
With lilies and with laurel they go; but I am not resigned.
Lovers and thinkers, into the earth with you.
Be one with the dull, the indiscriminate dust.
A fragment of what you felt, of what you knew,
A formula, a phrase remains, — but the best is lost.
The answers quick & keen, the honest look, the laughter, the love,
They are gone. They have gone to feed the roses. Elegant and curled
Is the blossom. Fragrant is the blossom. I know. But I do not approve.
More precious was the light in your eyes than all the roses in the world.
Down, down, down into the darkness of the grave
Gently they go, the beautiful, the tender, the kind;
Quietly they go, the intelligent, the witty, the brave.
I know. But I do not approve. And I am not resigned.
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Rest peacefully sweet Lisa and thank you again for making ME a better person by watching your courage, grace, class, and beauty. I don’t think you truly knew how much you helped the rest of us just by being you.
Thank you to Dude and the girls for sharing Lisa with us. I am thankful to you all as well for your selflessness. My heart and thoughts are with you.
“Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, champagne in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming “WOO HOO what a ride!”
Lisa honey, you made your ride and awesome one! Hugz
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Godspeed, Lisa.
To Dude, Tweenie, and Cam:
May you find strength and peace to make it through this time.
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Dude, Cam and Teenie there are no words that can ease the pain you are going through. Know that Lisa made a HUGE impact in all of our lives, and that we are all praying for you. God bless you all.
Mrs. Tantrums last blog post..Protests, Fish Poop, and Puking
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So so sorry, My prayers are with you all.
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I have read Lisa for years. I am so sorry for her family’s loss of her. Heck, for all of our loss of her. Sleep Sweetly now Lisa
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God bless her. She will be sorely missed. I will be praying for the family.
Valeries last blog post..Night waking
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Lisa will be missed greatly. To Dude and the adorable girls, I’m praying for you. (((HUGS)))
perpstus last blog post..From Whence She Came….Who Knows???
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I have no words for this. The pain is too much and I can’t even begin to imagine how hard this must be for her family. She will always stay in my heart and I will always remember the amazing person she was. May she rest in peace. She will be missed by everyone.
Colin B.s last blog post..why, we too can multi-task!
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My condolences to her family, this is truly sad. Dude, take care, I know this is hard, but we are all sending you love.
I hope we hear from you about how things are going in the future.
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I cannot wait to meet you on the flip side. Have a rockin’ time until the rest of us bitches get there.
cajunvegans last blog post..BowChickaWowWow
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So fiercely sorry for your incredible loss. May her spirit be free.
Amandas last blog post..Dreadtime
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wow this is very sad. the only good thing is that she is not in pain.
NaTuRaLs last blog post..Answer: A River Runs Through It
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Rest in peace, Lisa. I will miss you. My thoughts and prayers are with Dude and the girls.
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Fly away Lisa, your bright spirit remains behind with us.
Dude, Cam & Teenie, I’m so sorry for the pain you feel now.
Always remember how she loved you – that never dies.
annies last blog post..I’m a Twit
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Dude,Teenie & Cam you are in our thoughts. Your wife & mother left an incredible mark on this planet. We’re all better people for having been touched by her.
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Sending all our love to Dude and the girls on this sad sad day.
Just reading all these tributes it is wonderful to see how such a fantastic spirit touched so many people.
Sleep well Lisa, you deserve absolute peace now xx
Penelopes last blog post..Gone too soon.
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My prayers are with you all…may Lisa finally be at peace, and my her family and friends find peace knowing that she is suffering no more.
Tugs last blog post..R.I.P.
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Godspeed Lisa.
Dude, Cam, Teenie; my sincere condolences. My heart aches for you.
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damn. damnit damnit. Peace be with you all, I hope you are surrounded by love in every minute.
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I am so, so very sorry. I’m sending strength and good wishes to Dude and the girls so that they can get through this time as easily as they can. Lisa was an amazing and inspiring person, and she will not be forgotten. RIP Lisa
Sarcasticas last blog post..Knocking on wood
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My thoughts and prayers are with Lisa and her family.
May God be with you all.
This is too soon. Way too soon.
Danas last blog post..Too Tired to Title This
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Absolutely unbelievable. What a brave woman. I will miss her.
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I have no words, just prayers for Lisa and her family.
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Rest in peace, Lisa and to Dude and the girls, you are in my thoughts. My prayers are with you all.
justmylifes last blog post..It is a mood today
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I… Rest in peace, Lisa. You’re really going to be missed.
Nicoles last blog post..Five profound things I discovered today….
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On February 27 2009 our oldest daughter, Lisa passed away. She is at peace and suffering no more pain from a long fight with cancer.
We will miss her but will never forget her.
Lisa had a positive mental attitude in everything she did.
She made me proud as she received her degree and was her class speaker at graduation after being hospitalized for three months before.
She raised two beautiful daughters who in my eyes will reflect Lisa’s sprit.
Her husband was her friend and lover. He cared for her every day. I could not ask for a better man to look after my grandchildren.
I am comforted by a poem, by Colonel David Marcus, that a very good friend just recently sent me and I wish to share it with you as he shared it with me.
I am standing upon the seashore. A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is an object of beauty and strength, and I stand and watch her, until at length, she is only a ribbon of white cloud just where the sea and sky come to mingle with each other. Then someone at my side says “She’s gone!” Gone where? Gone from my sight. That is all. She is just as large in mast and hull and spar as she was when she left my side, and just as able to bear her load of living freight to the place of destination. Her diminished size is in me, not in her, and just at the moment when someone at my side says, “She’s gone!”, there are other voices ready to take up the glad shout, “Here she comes!”.
Lisa rest in Pease
Love
Dad
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arlene Reply:
February 28th, 2009 at 6:03 pm
Sincere condolences on the loss of your daughter.
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Just Meee~ Reply:
February 28th, 2009 at 6:26 pm
…just close your eyes… and she is with us !
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Secondhand Karl Reply:
February 28th, 2009 at 7:53 pm
So terribly sorry for your loss.
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BlondeBlogger Reply:
February 28th, 2009 at 8:39 pm
Oh my gosh, that was beautiful and I am once again sobbing. What an amazing poem and perspective. My prayers and thoughts go out to you.
BlondeBloggers last blog post..Be Free, My Friend
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RIP Lisa. Praying for your family’s peace during the days ahead.
Ashley Hasts last blog post..The Duke and Baby Drama
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I can’t possibly add to all of the wonderful comments that have been written here today so I will just say :
Goodbye Lisa! Crank up the music up there in Heaven and dance like you’ve never danced before! We will miss you. Dude, Cam and Teenie, my prayers are with you!
WhoStoleMyZens last blog post..Not Today…
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Oh my heart, my prayers. I am so sorry for this tremendous loss.
Steph
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Sad news for all of us, whether we were close friends with Lisa and her family, or blog friends spread across the miles….I am sending prayers to Dude and Lisa’s lovely children, giving them strength and pride in Lisa….an amazing woman, with such courage. Also sending prayers to you, Karl….. another amazing person with a lot of courage. I am happy you and Lisa found each other. Her last few months were so poignant – they brought it home to all of us and as I said before, she was an inspiration in how to face death.
She has gone on before us now – and one day, we will meet her and be able to give her an actual hug and say – you were inspiring!!!
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Oh Lisa -
I prayed that this day would never happen for you and your family. I am so glad that I got to know you and glad that I was able to send you that small gift once.
Please watch all of us from above and look for my Mama and have a couple of drinks together.
PajamaChick
PajamaChicks last blog post..Death…
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Rest in peace Lisa. You sure have earned it. Dude & the girls…you have your own guardian angel looking over you now.
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Goodbye sweet girl. Thank you for everything. Be at peace.
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I’m so sorry for your loss — Dude, Cam, Teenie, wgift46 and everyone else who loved Lisa.
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I am so sorry. May Lisa’s memorey be a blessing for her family and all those who knew here.
Rivka with a capital As last blog post..Bookaholics Anonymous
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I’ll add my voice to so many others — Lisa, you were a hero and a fighter to the very end. Much love to you and your family!
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I’m so very, very sorry for your loss.
Michelle Gs last blog post..Little Runaway
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I am so, so sorry. For all your suffering here, I know you are singing with the angels and keeping a close watch on everyone you love.
Mamans last blog post..There ain’t no babies here no more
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Rest in peace Lisa. I’m thinking of and sending good thoughts to your family.
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I thought I posted this earlier. Apologies if it shows twice.)
Dude, Cam, Teenie and Lisa’s Dad and other family…
I am so sorry. Lisa touched so many. Keep the faith and carry the hope that things will be okay. You’ve got each other. Don’t let go!
“Hope” is the thing with feathers-
That perches in the soul-
And sings the tunes without the words-
And never stops- at all- . ( Emily Dickinson)
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RIP Lisa.
DaDucks last blog post..Exit, stage left
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The last comment Lisa left for me was wishing us the best of luck at Ethan’s post op appointment. Even knowing what was ahead for her she had the grace and graciousness to say:
I wish you best of luck with Ethan’s follow up appointment. From my own experience I know how anxiety provoking they can be.
And what is this “normal” you speak of? I’d give anything for just a week of normal. I’m envious yet happy for you.
It’s very hard being on this side of the cancer battle and knowing that there are people who didn’t make it here as well. At one of my darkest moments, Lisa encouraged our use of what some called “inappropriate” humor in light of what we were dealing with, coming from her it meant more than it would have from anyone else.
When Ethan heard the news about Lisa he quietly went away to think. For him, it’s very hard knowing he made it when she didn’t.
Dude, Teenie, and Cam – your family is very much in our family’s hearts and minds today. We wish you peace and love and that not a single happy memory of Lisa fades even slightly for you.
With much love,
Amy, Mike, Ethan, Kate and Maggie
AmyDs last blog post..It Was Beautiful…
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I pray that Lisa’s family will find peace and serenity in this difficult time. She will be sorely missed.
Hillarys last blog post..Some Cuteness To Get You Through the Long Weekend
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Rest in peace, Lisa. You will be loved and missed always.
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RIP Lisa, you’ll be deeply missed. We’ll never forget you.
My prayers to Dude and the girls. May God give you the strenght you need on this hard time.
Fernandas last blog post..DALE CAMPEON, DALE CAMPEON!!!!
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I am so very truly sorry for your loss.
bluepaintreds last blog post..Titles suck.
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My thoughts are with your family. Rest in peace Lisa.
Mom101s last blog post..And with that, the mom blog world subdivides once again
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So terribly sorry for your loss.
May Lisa’s memory be a blessing for all.
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I am so sorry for your loss, Dude, Cam and Teenie, and the rest of your family. I am grateful that Lisa, is no longer suffering. I now pray for all of you, that you are surrounding by love and good friends and family at this time in your life. Sending condolences…
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now, I think I will crank the Stones and wish for some tequila, in honor of Lisa…
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My life has truly been touched by Lisa the past few years I have been blessed to know her. She has raised two beautiful daughters, and left behind a wonderful husband. She is still here living in the hearts of these people and everyone who has known her. She will never be forgotten. I will truly miss her, but I am thankful she is no longer in pain. I pray that God gives your family the strength to get through this difficult time.
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Life is so short for some, I wish Dude and the girls all the luck and love they can get. I am truly blessed having been able to read and share so much of Lisa’s life. She will be missed.
alexandras last blog post..Dude…Sweet…..Dude….
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I am so very sorry for Dude, the girls, and everyone who is close to Lisa. Lisa is now, finally, free from the pain. I just lost my 43 year old cousin this week to a massive stroke, so I understand somewhat. You are all in my prayers at this time.
Maggies last blog post..I’m home from the funeral.
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Lisa will be sorely missed. I’m thankful she will finally find peace. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this time.
Giggle Pixies last blog post..Hands Off, Ladies! He’s Mine!
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may you and your family be in peace
Crazy Ladys last blog post..No Hearts and candy for me!
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I am so deeply sorry and although I know she is finally free of pain and at peace, there is much sadness for her family and friends. I wish you all God’s comfort and peace as you work through this.
Elizabeths last blog post..To Be 6 Again
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I have had Lisa, Dude and the girls on my mind all day. Through the housework, the meal preparation, the cleanup etc…my normalcy continues. The Netflix movie is ready to start. I had to stop and write, again. Normalcy..for most of us it is still going on.
Dude, Teenie and Cam…your loss is beyond measure. It is beyond understanding, I am sure. With love and prayers, my hope for all three of you, is that a new normalcy, a new way, becomes familiar to all of you. Lisa will always beside you, forever and ever. She was as prepared as anyone can be to go beyond the restraints of life as we know it. She has faced the beyond for too many months. Embrace her love, her spirit and her gumption. Damn, she had that gumption, didn’t she? She smiles now, no pain, no fear…just love for all 3 of you. She walks with you.
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Sleep sweet, lovely lady.
Hubby and girls, I am sending you love and strength. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Melissas last blog post..How Not To Inspire Confidence in Your Patients
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My thoughts and prayers are with Lisa’s family and other loved ones. Obviously she touched many lives. <3
Judys last blog post..A.’s calling hours
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I’m so sorry for your loss.
Rest in peace, Lisa.
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May you dance, Lisa. Always.
Sams last blog post..Geeky Z – Word to your program!
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Sending lots of love your way!
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many prayers and much love extended to Lisa’s husband, daughters, parents, friends, and so on. I’m so so sorry to hear of her passing. She is finally pain free again!!!
Maggie Parkes last blog post..Saturday Randomness
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I knew Lisa and her family solely through this blog and I am honored to have had that. I am sorry Lisa is gone but I hope that she is truly at peace. I’m not much of a praying gal but Dude and the girls will be in my heart and mind.
Aftercancers last blog post..Gov. Kathleen Sebelius – DHHS Nominee
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I am so sorry to read of her passing and am sending strength and love to her dear family. Rest in Peace Lisa, you are very loved.
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My condolences and prayers to you all at this very difficult time. What a blessing she was to so many. her influences lives on in the hearts of those she touched, and in the monument to her: her website. Rest in Peace, Lisa.
I was going to share a poem that helped me tremendously in the recent death of a relative, but I see her father knows of it already. So I shall share this and hope it helps someone else’s burden:
If you could glimpse, for even a moment, the glory and excitement that a departed loved one faces when her eyes “close on time” and “open on eternity”, if only we could glimpse this, perhaps there would be more understand in our sorrow and more joy in our grief. Sorrow, then, must be akin to love; in fact, what is sorrow but the tender side of love. To take the sorrow out of death, we would have to take love out of life.
Life is eternal and love is immortal; and death is only a horizon, and a horizon is nothing, save the limit of our sight.
Siobhans last blog post..I’m In A Huff Now
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Goodbye my dear Lisa. We love you.
Ninas last blog post..What we know
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My heart aches.
Sleep with the angels Lisa, you deserve it.
The Other Side
i’m over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i’m over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i’m not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth … all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i’m just over on the other side.
it’s good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs…the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it’s good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth…all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i’m just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle’s eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i’ll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth … all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i’m just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
Mishs last blog post..When someone touches your life
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Just my sad, little addition…. peace and comfort to Lisa’s family.
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Words fail me. My family will keep Dude, Teenie and Cam in our thoughts and prayers.
Rest in peace, Lisa – you are remembered.
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Deepest regards to her family. She obviously touched many through her blog…my wife being one of them. Amazing how complete strangers seem like old friends through the written word. Cancer sucks. Sincerely, Todd.
Todds last blog post..Whatever Happened to The American Spirit?
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Goodbye Lisa. Love and hugs for you and your family.
Karl, please tell us where to send flowers, cards, donations and what the family would like.
Thank you.
Bettys last blog post..Lisa is gone
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God saw you getting tired,
And a cure was not to be.
So he put his arms around you,
And whispered, “Come to Me.”
With tearful eyes we watched you,
And saw you pass away.
Although we loved you dearly,
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands put to rest.
God broke our hearts
To prove to us,
He only takes the best.
After my PaPa passed our family was given a stone that read the last stanza of this poem. It brought us great comfort. My Father-in-Law passed from Cancer Feb of 08, and my Mother-in-Law was given an identical stone. This poem has great meaning to me, and I hope it will give you some solace as well.
My heart is aching for you all. Dude, Teenie, Cam, I pray that you all can forge ahead and live your lives, spending each day, honoring Lisa for the amazing person she is. I know she changed many lives, even of people who didn’t know her. God Bless you, and take care.
Cheryls last blog post..If You Don’t See Me
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To Dude, the girls and all of Lisa’s family, I am so sorry for your loss. Lisa was a wonderful person who touched so many of us, virtual strangers to you, in so many ways. I am glad she is at peace now.
Mooselets last blog post..Photo Friday
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Didn’t know Lisa but I still feel a sense of loss, she obviously touched a lot of lives and will be missed, thoughts and prayers to her family.
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I have only been reading Lisa’s blog since last summer, however, her honesty, humor, and love touched me and kept me reading. May peace be with her in her new journey and with her family in this difficult time. Thank you to Dude and the girls for sharing such a wonderful woman with all of us, she will definitely be missed.
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My deepest sympathies, prayers and love go out to your family and friends.
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Rest in peace Lisa, you will be missed by more people than you know.
Dude, Cam and Teenie, God bless you and keep you. Hold on to each other close as you weather this together.
Angelas last blog post..Still sick, but not that sick
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I am so very sorry.
golfwidows last blog post..stuff i think of …
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Goodbye Lisa~ You have left a footprint on my heart. I will think of you and your family often.
God bless and Godspeed.
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I never met Lisa, and I wasn’t a reader of her blog, but the little I did hear about her was beautiful. It seems that Lisa was a wonderful person with a big heart.
I am so, so sorry for your loss. There are no words.
Elizabeth Kaylenes last blog post..To be brutally honest
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So sad to hear of this.
To dude and the girls, be encouraged that you’ll get through this together.
tanyettas last blog post..Please, Slow Down. You’ll save a life. LITERALLY!
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My is breaking. To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. My you find peace and strength in this time of pain. Sending love and hugs.
Rest in peace, Lisa. <3
angies last blog post..Finally, we get to the singing!
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i was so blessed to be able to read Lisa’s words and follow her journey. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. I am so grateful her pain is over. God truely has a new angel at his side.
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It’s been over a year since I began following Lisa’s journey, but have never commented. I’m sorry for that. Her legacy is the honesty, caring and love she shared with the world.
To Lisa’s family and friends… Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends and family for strength, and always remember how much your caring meant to Lisa.
Rest well and fly with the angels, Lisa. You have a lot of people depending on you being their Guardian Angel.
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I never met Lisa, and I never commented here b/c I just didn’t know what to say, but I loved Lisa. I am praying for her kiddos and the Dude. I dreamt about if Friday night and then thought I was just being paranoid. Bleass her, I will never forget such a brave and beautiful woman.
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My sympathies to Lisa’s family. I know she touched so many through this blog.
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Just posted LIsa’s funeral arrangements:
http://clusterfook.com/2009/03/01/lisas-funeral-arrangements/
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Lisa, there’s a little corner of the blogosphere that won’t be the same without you in it. I hope you find your corner in heaven and make it your own just the same.
Dude, all the family, I’m sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.
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I am praying for your family and friends. Rest in Peace.
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Rest In Peace Lisa, you will be missed.
For Dude and the little ladies … may you find comfort in your memories of the great woman that Lisa was.
I give to you the only thing I know … words, may you find comfort in them:
When You Miss Me……
Please don’t mourn me,
Don’t shed those tears.
For although I am gone from the physical realm
I will always be here.
When you miss me just take a look around.
In each ray of sunshine
Feel the warmth you found in my embrace.
I am here.
Feel the rain gently wash away your pain,
In every rainbow, see the radiance of my smile.
I am here.
Feel the wind whisper against your skin and in your hair,
It is my gentle caress.
I am here.
See the awe and wonder on a little child’s face,
Listen to him play,
Hear my laughter, I am here.
See the eagle soar,
Unburdened, majestic and free.
See me.
I am here.
Whenever you miss me, look to these.
But most of all look in your heart,
Remember yesterday.
I am here.
Today, tomorrow and for always
I am here.
-Copyright © J. Christman 10-12-2003-
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So, so, incredibly sorry. She looks like she was too much fun and this is so unfair.
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I am so so sorry for yr loss. May she live on always with her wonderful spirit. May her words help save many. Peace to yr family.
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I found this blog today from “Look it’s MegRyansMom” and I just wanted to come over and say bless you folks for letting the blogging world know – It sounds like she was loved around the world.
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My heart hurts for your family, Lisa, but I know that you are finally pain free. May you find rest, one of God’s promises to us all.
Much affection – D
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Goodbye, Lisa. We’ll all miss you.
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So sorry. It doesn’t make it better, though. And for that, I’m sorry again.
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I never knew Lisa, just of her, and for that I’m sorry. I can’t help but think that we would have gotten along quite well.
My thoughts to the family and all of the lives that she has touched.
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Thank you for letting us into your life. You are already missed.
Dude, Cam and Teenie – you are all in our prayers.
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Dude and the girls – my condolences on your loss. What I knew of Lisa came only from this blog, but she seemed like such a bright firecracker, I can only imagine what a force she was in real life. My thoughts are with you and I’m so sorry for your loss.
Goodbye Lisa. Be at peace.
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So very, very sorry. But I already told you that. You wanted me to remember the good. So here goes…
I still remember when I got a new “cubicle partner”. Here comes Lisa with a wild mane of flaming red hair and a personality to match. She was larger than life. Well, it maybe took until lunch break for me to realize that this was good friend material. We ordered many, many takeout Chinese meals from the Panda Pavilion. My goodness, how she loved shrimp toast! She even sang a little song about it I think. I remember all of the long discussions about Chanel and all of their cosmetics. Especially their VAMP nailpolish. Lisa was the first girl with that must have shade… I never can pass the Chanel counter without thinking of Lisa. I also remember the Coach bag obsession. She was a great one to go shopping with. Man, the trips to the mall were fun! She was a girl who knew how to have F-U-N. I remember one humid summer night after an evening out; We had a long drive home and we needed to stay awake. It would have made sense to keep the windows up and the air conditioning on, but that wouldn’t be much fun. Lisa decided to put the top down on her convertible and play “Violet” by Hole at full volume. I think of her every time that song comes up in the shuffle on my iPod. We spent countless hours on the phone around the time our babies were born exchanging baby info. I remember seeing Teenie in her Pack and Play. Later, Lisa went back to work and I stayed home, but we still chatted every now and then and no matter how much time passed, we just picked up as if we had just talked 10 minutes ago. After hearing about how many people’s lives she touched, my initial reaction was that “Yeah, that makes sense.” You couldn’t NOT be affected by Lisa. I think everyone is lucky to have been able to have read her blog – let alone be as lucky as I consider myself to have known her in real life. I will carry our fun memories with me always. I am glad you have found your peace and I love you dearly.
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RIP Lisa, big love and good mojo from my family to yours. Lisa, so many people love you. Hugs.
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Darling Lisa, I have thought of you all day and wished you peace and rest. Dude, girls, please know that you are surrounded by people who want so much to give you love and comfort. Reach out to us – we will be here for you.
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I barely knew you, Lisa. But, your writing has touched me so much…. I’m sorry I found you so late. You are an inspiration and will continue to be for so many people — and for your beautiful family, to whom our hearts go out at this time.
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I am so sorry for the family and friends, but I am glad she’s not in pain anymore. Also, I am glad because I got to read her blog and know her a little bit through it.
Thanks, Lisa.
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I miss my friend. I miss our Saturday mornings together watching the Food Network. But that’s just about me.
LIsa, I’m relieved you are no longer in pain. Rest in Peace and know that I will always be thinking of you and missing you. I love you, my friend.
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I’m so very sorry for Dude, the girls and the rest of Lisa’s family and happy she’s at peace and out of pain. My thoughts and prayers to you all. She’s already sorely missed.
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Lots of love to all of you. My heart aches to know you feel such a void.
Lisa, you were an inspiration. Rest in peace, girl.
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Godspeed Lisa!
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God saw that she was getting tired, and a cure was not to be.
So He put His arms around her and He whispered, “Come with me.”
With tearful eyes we watched her suffer and slowly fade away.
Although we loved her dearly we could not make her stay.
A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.
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