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Beams of Love

August 30, 2006 By Carole

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I am completely verklempt at the outpouring of support from all of you. I knew there would be comments and concern and caring. I knew you would all respond to my news with kindness. But I had no idea how much better it would make me feel. I have this image of the world in my head with glowing beams of light coming from the places where you all live to the place where I am. And that place where I am? It’s glowing with the brightest light I’ve ever seen due to all of you. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart for every comment, every word of encouragement and understanding, every expression of concern and love. It truly means more to me than you could ever realize.

The wake is tonight from 5 until 8. The funeral is tomorrow morning at 10. My dad had everything planned, all I really had to do was okay it all, which made things quite simple and easy for the entire family. Maybe I’m being naive and underestimating my emotions at this point but I feel okay.

Nevertheless, keep sending those beams of light, would ya? I have a strong suspicion they are what’s carrying me along.

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  1. Cece says

    August 30, 2006 at 9:10 am

    {{HUG}}

    You are in my thoughts…

  2. liz says

    August 30, 2006 at 9:23 am

    Beaming away.

    (Must not spoil emotionally supportive message by wanting to add “Scotty” at the end of the sentence.)

    (Must remember that even though a smart aleck, I am still thinking of you and yours.)

  3. Liz K. says

    August 30, 2006 at 9:31 am

    At my dad’s wake, as person after person came and shook our hand and hugged us, I thought that this was Dad’s way of being with us. It was as if, “I can’t be here for you, but here is this person who I touched in life. He can be here for you today. And here is someone else who cares about you. They are here for you. And this person is someone who I helped once. I helped her and now she can help you.” It was seeing karma in action, and incredibly comforting.

    You do not need to reply. You have enough to do. Just know that I am here with you.

  4. jenifleur says

    August 30, 2006 at 9:31 am

    Consider the beams continuous! Oh my I feel for you. I’ll be thinking of you all day tomorrow, for I know that it will be a long, draining day. I’m wishing strength and love for you throughout.

  5. margene says

    August 30, 2006 at 9:33 am

    Beams of light…what a lovely way to think of friendships. Jen is right…it will be a draining day. Make sure you take time for yourself afterwards and relax a bit.

  6. Manise says

    August 30, 2006 at 9:35 am

    Continuing to send you endless Beams of Love. Know you are always in our thoughts and prayers as you go through the last rites of saying farewell to a loved one. Hugs…

  7. Karen says

    August 30, 2006 at 9:36 am

    It’s funny – we know how wonderful and supportive the knit blogger community is, but they still never fail to overwhelm you and greatly exceed your, well, expectations isn’t the right word . . . but I can’t seem to think of the right word now. Anyway, I will continue to send all my beams of light to your and your family. Take care of yourself. Big hugs from me.

  8. Rachel H says

    August 30, 2006 at 9:45 am

    Continuous beams, my friend. Feelings are strange things at times like this. Sometimes they’re okay, and then boom, overwhelming. Take care of yourself. And on that note, I’ve been meaning to tell you how glad I’ve been to see your comments around blogland this week. It was good to see you taking that time for yourself, to keep visiting.

  9. jillian says

    August 30, 2006 at 9:48 am

    Beams shooting your way 🙂 Blogland can be a pretty cool place!

    It’s good that he had arrangements made. It would make things much less stressful.

    Hope the next two days goes as well as possible.

  10. Jess says

    August 30, 2006 at 9:52 am

    *hugs* and love :o) I’ll be thinking of you tomorrow and sending you strength, too :o)

  11. Scout says

    August 30, 2006 at 10:05 am

    *arms around you and hugs tightly*

    There. I hope you felt that.

  12. Laura says

    August 30, 2006 at 10:25 am

    Add another beam to the fray. 🙂 I’m terribly sorry for you and your family’s loss.

  13. Monica says

    August 30, 2006 at 10:31 am

    *Hugs* and sending good thoughts.

  14. Lolly says

    August 30, 2006 at 10:42 am

    Amazing outpouring. This is a great place!
    Continued thoughts going your way, C. Best wishes to you and all of the family.

  15. Mindy says

    August 30, 2006 at 10:43 am

    As long as you want them, the beams are yours.

  16. melanie says

    August 30, 2006 at 10:46 am

    Chiming in a little late here, C. But I’m thinking of you and sending you Big Beams of Light.

  17. Chris says

    August 30, 2006 at 10:54 am

    Got my high beams aimed right at ya. Thanks for the beautiful interpretation of support.

  18. --Deb says

    August 30, 2006 at 10:59 am

    Yep. There’s nothing wrong with a little (lot of) extra light. So glad to help!

  19. Leah says

    August 30, 2006 at 11:20 am

    As many beams as you need, dear, for as long as you need them!

    Be well.

  20. Susan says

    August 30, 2006 at 11:20 am

    Sending more love your way. The fact that your dad had everything planned is truly a gift. You can focus on family, your emotions…things to help you get through the toughest parts of grief.

  21. Debbie says

    August 30, 2006 at 11:56 am

    I think it’s perfectly okay to feel okay, Carole. He made those arrangements just for you, to make it easier. I guess it’s his way of taking care of you guys for as long as he possibly could.

    Warm thoughts and a thousand beams of light to you and yours.

  22. Ann says

    August 30, 2006 at 11:59 am

    Today would have been my dad’s birthday — we lost him 6 years ago. I’m walking with you tonight, Carole. Take care of you and yours.

  23. Karen says

    August 30, 2006 at 12:37 pm

    I’m sending you a big cyber hug on my beam Carole.

  24. Kelly says

    August 30, 2006 at 12:59 pm

    I’m keeping you in my thoughts! Take care Carole!

  25. kristi and otis says

    August 30, 2006 at 1:03 pm

    I believe there is something truly something special with knitting beams and vibes – know that some are coming from our household!

  26. Emily says

    August 30, 2006 at 1:30 pm

    Carole, I have been thinking of you although I haven’t been able to write before now. My father in law also passed away this week. I have spent the past few days doing mundane things, cooking and just trying to take care of my husband’s family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs and beams and lots of love, Emily

  27. Kat says

    August 30, 2006 at 1:39 pm

    Take care of yourself and your family. Family (near, far and internet) is what gets us all through the hard times.

  28. Birdsong says

    August 30, 2006 at 1:40 pm

    I will be thinking of you right straight through and picked up a card to mail, so when you get a chance, email your post address. Hugs and lots of them!

  29. BigAlice says

    August 30, 2006 at 2:52 pm

    Oh Carole, your post made me cry. I’m just glad to help you feel better during the hard times. Peace to you and your family. Carrie

  30. Laura says

    August 30, 2006 at 2:58 pm

    Take good care Carole. I’m thinking warm comforting thoughts and saying prayers of peace for you and your family. Many hugs for you all.

  31. Emily says

    August 30, 2006 at 3:22 pm

    I am like a laser. And I am sending hugs your way.

  32. maryse says

    August 30, 2006 at 4:00 pm

    i’m not a hugger but know that i’m thinking of you.

  33. Laurie says

    August 30, 2006 at 4:06 pm

    I know it helped me in my time of problems. I’m sending more healing light in your general direction. You deserve only comfort and peace.

  34. meg says

    August 30, 2006 at 4:50 pm

    I am thinking of you.

  35. Leslie says

    August 30, 2006 at 5:07 pm

    I’m just catching up on the news…sending prayers and light your way!

  36. Becky / Knitting Interrupted says

    August 30, 2006 at 6:23 pm

    At my dad’s funeral I was really overwhelmed at the people who shared tidbits with me and told me how much they respected him. It made my heart feel warm and helped so much. I’m sure tomorrow will be really hard. Watch for those beams of light. We will be sending them everywhere you go. 🙂 hugs.

  37. Judi says

    August 30, 2006 at 6:32 pm

    Funny thing, I have thought of the blogs I read – including yours, to be beams of light into MY life. Grieving is hard work, let all those who wish you well help you with it.

  38. Debi Leshin says

    August 30, 2006 at 6:56 pm

    I’m so sad to hear this Carole. I’m sending comfort to you and yours and keeping you in my thoughts.

  39. Debi Leshin says

    August 30, 2006 at 6:56 pm

    I’m so sad to hear this Carole. I’m sending comfort to you and yours and keeping you in my thoughts.

  40. Frani says

    August 30, 2006 at 7:09 pm

    Oh Carole thats so beautiful.. it’s true.. good feelings can reach amazing distances in a second. All my bright beams pointing towards you now. Hope they can help you through this days.
    love,
    Frani

  41. Kristina says

    August 30, 2006 at 8:06 pm

    Channeling my light towards you 🙂

  42. Kathleen says

    August 30, 2006 at 9:59 pm

    Hugs and beams to you.

  43. carole says

    August 30, 2006 at 11:16 pm

    I missed your original post, but I will be keeping you in my thoughts, carol.

  44. Rachel says

    August 31, 2006 at 3:58 am

    It never ceases to amaze me how fabulous and supporitve the knitblogging commnunity is. I’ll be thinking of you and your family during this difficult time, and sending good wishes your way. Take care of yourself.

  45. Annie says

    August 31, 2006 at 6:24 am

    Beams of Love…what a great way to put it, and a perfect photo to illustrate it. I will be thinking of you and wishing you and your family strength in getting through this tough time. When my dad passed not too long ago, we kept saying “Dad would have loved this!” All his friends and family gathered, telling the stories of his life. It’s hard for the ones left behind, but it really is a celebration of life. Take care, and be good to yourself!

  46. Ruth says

    August 31, 2006 at 7:17 am

    Still thinking of you Carole. I love the beams of light analogy and the photo is perfect. Hope all goes well.

  47. SpiderWomanKnits says

    August 31, 2006 at 9:55 am

    Oh Carole,

    Jess told me last night that you lost your father. My deepest condolences to you and your family as well as an outpouring of love.

    *Big Hugs*

    Take care of you and yours.

    Much love,
    Abi

  48. Teyani says

    August 31, 2006 at 9:56 am

    always, dear Carole.
    fabulous photo of the power of love.
    many hugs to you.

  49. Nancy says

    August 31, 2006 at 10:07 am

    Here’s a bit of light from the Bronx!

  50. Vicki says

    August 31, 2006 at 10:22 am

    I have had reason to feel those glowing beams of light — “verklempt” (or some variation) doesn’t even come close, does it? This is truly “feeling the love.”

    All my love and beams of light — from me to you. Take care, Carole.

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