Alright, my blogging family. I told you all about the haunted hotel in Oklahoma City. I may get to visit it sooner than I had anticipated. My father is very ill and not expected to live much longer. He and my mother live in Oklahoma. I expect a phone call any time. Could be today, could be tomorrow, or next week. Even next month.
But, my point is twofold: if there comes a time when you don't hear from me for a week or so, it is because I have flown to Oklahoma to be with my mother. And, if that happens, I will have to spend a night in Oklahoma City, so if I'm up to it, I may be looking for Effie on the 10th floor :)
(Please don't unfollow me if you don't see me here for a few days at some point :) I will come back.)
Random thoughts of a girl who used to try to fit in the box. Then I realized that boxes are stupid. Except this box, the one above. It's really pretty.
Thoughts and prayers going out to you as you share your fathers preparation for the journey of a lifetime. May he board the train with joy.
ReplyDeleteThank you - your comments gave me chills - in a very good way :)
DeleteThinking about you and your family. ♥
ReplyDeleteThanks, Dana :)
DeleteOh my, so sorry to hear about your dad. I will pray for peace for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteThank you :)
DeleteVERY SORRY FOR YOUR FAMILIES SUFFERING BUT KNOW ONCE AGAIN WE ALL WILL BE TOGETHER IN GOD'S GREAT KINGDOM :)) IF WE DON'T HEAR FROM YOU 2 WEEKS WE ARE SENDING SEARCH PARTIES TO THAT HOTEL AND TELLING EFFIE 'SORRY CHICK SHE'S OUR FRIEND GET YOUR CREEPY HANDS OFF HER"!!! THAT IS WHAT WE IS DOING LOL SAFE TRAVELS DEAR LADY & LOVE & PRAYERS TRAVEL WITH YOU :))
ReplyDeleteI totally believe that families are forever and that brings great comfort. Plus - your comment about Effie and her creepy hands made me laugh outloud! So grateful for that :)
DeleteOh Judy, my heart and my thoughts go out to both you and your family.
ReplyDeleteTake good care of yourself and we (well certainly me) are not going anywhere.
Sending you a huge hug from overseas.♥
Lily - got your overseas hug :). You are a sweetheart - thanks :)
DeleteDon't wait on any longer than you have to on that visit to your father. My dad passed last year from Stage 4 cancer and it was a very difficult year for me. Even though I knew he was ill. Even though I went saw him when he was best after diagnosis. Even though. The passing was still miserable. Just because. Just because he was my dad and you only get one. I know he is in heaven. I have had dreams and he is visited me and when he have talked since he has passed. And I know that those dreams are as real as any conversation we have had since he was alive. And still I miss him every day. So, pray that things can happen in such a way that you just go. I don't know precisely what that will mean for you, but that all of the things that are making it difficult RESOLVE. You will want this time with your dad. And time is the one thing we can't ever get back. No begging, borrowing, stealing, trading, nothing. Time remains absolute in its ticking on.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry about your dad, Robin. That must have been a really hard time for you and your family. And I have no doubt that your dad visits you in your dreams - I hope that's a comfort :)
DeleteBest wishes to you and your family as you go through this! I also wish you best wishes if you stay in a haunted hotel.
ReplyDeleteThanks :) - hope you're enjoying your summer so far!
DeleteI wish you could visit the hotel under happier circumstances. I'm with Janice, we're coming to find you if we don't hear anything for too long. You and your family are in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteThanks Tammy - I'm so excited for you and your family reunion!!!!
DeleteSo sorry to hear about your father, having lost my own this past Feb. I know exactly what your are going through. My thoughts are with you and yours during this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteSending big hugs from Ontario Canada!
I'm so sorry about your father :(. I'm feeling the hugs from Ontario - and right back at you from Walla Walla WA!
DeleteWishing you strength...
ReplyDeleteThank you, Andrea :)
DeleteSo very sorry to hear about your dad. I'll be here when you get back. Take care.
ReplyDeleteThanks, JoJo - glad you're not going anywhere :)
DeleteSorry to hear about your dad. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sherry :)
DeleteKeeping you and your family in my prayers in the coming weeks. Take care.
ReplyDeleteThanks, TL :)
DeleteI am so sorry to hear that :( Keeping you in thoughts and prayer
ReplyDeletebetty
Betty - thank you!
DeleteSending prayers your way. Safe travels.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Marianne :)
ReplyDeleteHow could you possibly doubt the loyalty of your blog family?
ReplyDeleteSending you and your family my very warm thoughts !
anni
Thank you Anni :).
DeleteMy thoughts and prayers are with you. Safe Travels.
ReplyDeleteJennifer - thank you!
DeleteOur thoughts & prayers are going up for your father & your whole family!!
ReplyDeleteAppreciate it Lisa - thank you :)
DeleteI don't know what I could add to all of these comments that would make them any better except amen to them all.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sharon . . . Go Sweets!
DeleteThinking of you and your family, Judy. And by thinking, I do mean praying...
ReplyDeleteI have a feeling you're a powerful prayer - - means a lot, thanks :)
Deleteprayer-er :)
Deleteokay .. we will wait . its not as if any of us are going anywhere .. oh wait .. I am ..
ReplyDeletein all seriousness, I wish him a peaceful passing ..
don't go, Daryl! haha
DeleteThanks . . . we are wishing the same for him.
I like your blog, have a nice vacation! And btw, I'm a mormon too, from Finland :)
ReplyDeletexoxo
Susanna
http://susanna-behindmyeyes.blogspot.com
Thanks Susanna :) I know a guy who came home from his mission Finland a year ago :) He loved it!
DeleteJudy, sending you love for this difficult time. We will all be here when you get back.
ReplyDeleteLuLu~*xoxo
LuLu - thank you so much!!
DeleteThanks for the update. I too am going out of town to stay with my Mom who is ver ILL . So same goes for me but I will be back with lots of new stories to share.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry about your mom. Hope you enjoy your time with her and that she will be comforted knowing you are there :)
DeleteCan't wait to hear your stories!
Of course not! And thanks for letting us know ... really appreciate it and plus sending you *virtual hugs.*
ReplyDeleteThanks - virtual hugs are almost as good as "real" hugs :)
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