This is a woman who, more than anyone I have ever known, was at a joyful, peaceful spot in her life. She loved God and wasn't afraid to tell anyone that she did. She was truly, completely sober for the first time in her life. She had met and fallen deeply in love with her husband of 1 1/2 years. She talked about life, her grandchildren, love, everything with the most spectacularly beautiful glow and smile on her face.
Her funeral was beautiful. Her son Tom talked about savoring everyone and every moment and leaving pettiness and anger behind as you really never know when God will bring you home. And the ministers, her father-in-law and stepdad, both talked about the glory of heaven and the radiance that she is living in with Tara, her daughter who she missed so deeply and viscerally. Rather than leaving more broken than healed, everyone left uplifted with a sense of the true blessing that God allowed Tammy, a place in His kingdom.
Yesterday was the first day that felt at all normal again. The picture above is from a trip to the waterfall at Griggs Reservoir, a sanctuary in the middle of suburban Columbus. Climb down a few stairs, follow a startlingly beautiful path, and the roar creeps up on you, the spray cools on a hot day, naked toes can wade in a rocky stream, and little four-year-old boys can throw rocks with a "plop" into clear waters. A magical spot for much needed sanctuary.
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13 comments:
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Hugs,
Lois
I'm so sorry for your loss :-(
It sounds like a loss for the whole world, actually ...
I'm so, very sorry for your loss. Thinking of your family...
I am so sorry for your loss Erin. I can't imagine how difficult this must be for you and for your family. I'm praying you feel Christ's presence and comfort during this time.
I'm so sorry Erin~ keeping you & yours in my thoughts & prayers~
xo
katie
Oh Erin, I'm so sorry. I'm tinking of you guys.
I can't believe the things people are capable of, I am so so sorry for your loss. At least she is with her daughter and God now and you and your family can find peace in that. Praying for you guys <3
oh my goodness, i am so sorry for your family's loss. madness is right, and it's so scary the randomness. what is wrong with people? i just said today that the world is a crazy place these days. my best to you all.
Oh My! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I cannot imagine such a tragedy. Glad you were able to find a bit of peace at the waterfall. Hugs!
{{hugs & prayers}} Dear Friend.
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
I'm so sorry. Keeping you and your family in our prayers.
I'm sorry to hear of such a tragic loss... hope you are doing well, Erin. Difficulty like this is tough.
Hugs and blessing!
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