Sunday, February 1, 2009
the ultimate journeys
Yesterday was the celebration of my dear husband and father-in-law's lives. Their ultimate journeys. It was a great way to honor them and a inspiring celebration with tons of photos, stories, testimony, tears and laughter. I just wish it was day I never had to face. The amount of people who turned out to show their love and support was beyond words. I really didn't look back from the front row to see all the people but I know the place was almost full. We are guessing maybe 1500 people, possibly more. Who knows. It was amazing to say the least. We requested that everyone wore "festive attire" no suits, no black ect. We wanted it to be a true celebration. My FIL always said he hated how miserable funerals were and how much he wanted his to a be a big party.. so we tried to honor that for him. Of course there were those who didn't get the word on the "festive attire" or maybe they felt it was disrespectful, no worries though. We were just glad they were there to celebrate with all of us. We hired a videographer to record the service so if we want, we can re-watch it at a later date but mostly for my babies to see one day. So they can see the amount of lives their daddy and grandpa touched and how much they were loved. I heard someone say earlier today, "Today is the start of our new lives." I don't really like "new life", maybe "new journey" is better. Which is so incredibly hard to fathom but I guess we have to face reality and think that way, or at least try to.
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yesterday was amazing....you are amazing...i have said it many times before but they have inspired us all to be better people and amazing men like them. I love you!
You are in my thoughts. I know I always say that, but it's true. You are so amazing and strong. I'm glad the service was a great one.
I'm happy that the service brought you a little bit of comfort ~ and I'm glad that you decided to have a videographer there. That DVD is going to be precious to your children. XOXOXO
I'm so glad that the service was beautiful. You have insired more people than you can possibly imagine. Hugs!
xoxo
Glad to hear that the service was so inspiring & beautiful. And the video will be great for your children in the future. You remain in my thoughts daily.
xoxo
Saturday sounded like an amazing day. I wish I could have been there, but I definitely thought of you and Will.
Erynn, you are truly an amazing woman. Your children are so blessed to have you as there mother.
xoxo
The memorial was truly amazing. Inspiring to make me want to be a better person. What amazing men!! Your strength inspires me as well. Thoughts and prayers are with you, the kids and family all the time.
XOXO
I so wish it was something you guys didn't have to go through but it sounds like you and your MIL are two amazingly strong women. I admire you both!!! I have prayed all along that the Lord will give you peace and comfort through these difficult weeks and will continue to but now that he gives you direction and eventually one day healing!! I love you sweetie!!
I hate that you had to even face Saturday but it is so nice to hear what an amazing turn out was recieved and that everyone came to celebrate 2 wonderful lives. You are SOOOO strong and as I continue to say, a total inspiration for strength. xoxo
It sounds like it was an amazing day. Patrick and your Father In Law would have loved it.
I can't even imagine. You and your family are still in my prayers.
My hugs and most positive and heartfelt thoughts to you and your family. You are seriously to be admired, you're so amazingly strong. *Hugs*
You are so strong Erynn, so amazing through this all. So glad you celebrated their lives. I am so sorry you have to face this, but I am amazed of your poise as you do.
Sounds like it was a wonderful celebration of life. You are such a strong woman, and you are still constantly in our thoughts and prayers.
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