Thursday, January 1, 2009

#105

I just wanted to let you all know Dad passed away peacefully in his sleep at 11:45 last night...I like to think Mom was saying to him, "Would you please hurry up?! The ice in my gin and tonic is melting, you're slow as molasses." Now they're together. And I miss them both. If you'd like to read a bit more about Dad, I wrote a bit about him on my other blog.

I very much appreciated all your positive thoughts and prayers for Dad, thank you :-) Also, Happy New Year to you all; I'm looking forward to 2009 very much!

And...here we go!

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1. The world is _____.

2. _____ was the last thing I said.

3. I wonder _____.

4. _____ at the end of all things.

5. There's something to be said for _____.

6. _____ is where I want to be.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to _____, tomorrow my plans include _____ and Sunday, I want to _____!
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110 comments:

  1. JodiJanuary 1, 2009 at 9:46 PM

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  2. JulieJanuary 1, 2009 at 9:48 PM

    Mine's up

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  3. JodiJanuary 1, 2009 at 9:48 PM

    I am so sorry about your Dad. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Happy New Year all.

    I am all filled in...

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  4. TerriJanuary 1, 2009 at 10:01 PM

    Janet I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I'm glad it was peaceful for him - and I love your take on what your mom was saying! Thanks for sharing your journey with us.

    I haven't posted yet, but wanted to give you a virtual hug.

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2009 at 10:11 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

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  6. YasminJanuary 1, 2009 at 10:11 PM

    Janet, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad and I pray that he and your mom are together and lovingly looking down on you. I'm sure they are as they celebrate the New Year.
    xoxo

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  7. ShannonWJanuary 1, 2009 at 10:29 PM

    My sincerest and deepest condolences to you and your family.

    I am posted...http://smoi.simplyshannon.com/2009/01/friday-fill-ins-105.html.

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  8. beastmommaJanuary 1, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    I am sorry to hear your loss Janet. I hope that the new year brings you peace. Mine are posted:
    http://beastmomma.squarespace.com/life-from-the-belly-of-the-bea/friday-fill-in-105.html

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  9. Gal FridayJanuary 1, 2009 at 10:48 PM

    Sorry about your loss, truly I am, Janet.

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  10. Dawn @ simply transparentJanuary 1, 2009 at 10:56 PM

    I did it..and i love having these on days when it's to busy to post anything!
    Thanks!

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2009 at 11:01 PM

    Happy New Year!

    Posted mine already;)

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2009 at 11:02 PM

    And I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. My prayers! Hang in there!

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  13. PaulaJanuary 1, 2009 at 11:20 PM

    I am so very sorry about your dad...My prayers and thoughts are sent your way....

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  14. SkyBar FarmJanuary 1, 2009 at 11:30 PM

    I am so sorry about you father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Mine is here

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2009 at 11:36 PM

    Janet, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. Thank you for telling us- you are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Sending you a bloggers hug

    Bella x


    My FF-In is here, at the bottom of my post...
    http://bellamocha.wordpress.com/2009/01/01/coming-clean-and-welcoming-in-2009/

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  16. DenaJanuary 1, 2009 at 11:36 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. What a joyous reunion he had though with your mother. :)

    Mine will be up very shortly.

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    Mine will be up at 12am!! : )

    Happy New Year.

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  18. sally906January 1, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    I am truly sorry to hear about your father - you and your family are in my thoughts.

    {{{{HUGS}}}


    I have posted my friday responses here:
    http://bookgames.blogspot.com/

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  19. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2009 at 11:44 PM

    BTW, I am so sorry about your father. Thinking of you in this hard time...

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  20. JackJanuary 2, 2009 at 12:00 AM

    Happy New Year... I'm up

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  21. NoBSJanuary 2, 2009 at 12:27 AM

    I'm up!

    And I just want to say, there is something rather calming in the way (sleeping) and the timing (just before the start of a new year) of your father's passing. It's hard to explain...like he was truly ending one journey to begin another...

    I hope for you peaceful thoughts and don't forget to laugh from time to time when you think of him.

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  22. JulieJanuary 2, 2009 at 12:33 AM

    So sorry to hear about your Dad, it is always so hard to lose someone you love so. Thinking of you...
    Happy New Year to all!
    http://julyso4463.blogspot.com/

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  23. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 1:09 AM

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  24. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 1:14 AM

    Mine'sHERE

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  25. cw2smomJanuary 2, 2009 at 2:16 AM

    Oh I am so sorry for your loss! You are in my thoughts and prayers! I lost my dad about 4 years ago and miss him every day! It's soooo hard! Bless you as you go through this stage in your life! Hugs, Lisa

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  26. TerriJanuary 2, 2009 at 2:22 AM

    Now I'm filled in.

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  27. PhoenixJanuary 2, 2009 at 3:08 AM

    I am so sorry to hear about your dad, Janet. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

    I am glad he is with your mom. I know that made it easier for me when my Grandma passed. She had waited a long time to be with my Granddaddy and know they were both happy together. (((HUGS)))

    Mine is up and Happy Friday! :)
    http://phoenixthebloggingmama.blogspot.com/2009/01/friday-fill-ins-105.html

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  28. ForgetfuloneJanuary 2, 2009 at 3:16 AM

    Sorry to hear about your dad. Glad it was peaceful, though. I lost my dad four years ago, and mom was just diagnosed with cancer. So...

    My FFI is posted.
    http://forgetfulone.blogspot.com/2009/01/friday-fill-in.html

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  29. FarahJanuary 2, 2009 at 3:21 AM

    so sorry about your dad. my prayers your way...

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  30. Tintin.TetayJanuary 2, 2009 at 5:32 AM

    My deepest sympathies for the passing away of your daddy. My prayers are with you and may he rest in peace.

    My first share for 2009 is at http://parpolised.blogspot.com/2009/01/friday-fill-in-no-06.html

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  31. planettreasuresJanuary 2, 2009 at 7:29 AM

    so sad and shocked to hear about your dad, seemed like last week he was picking up. Your blog about him is lovely, so special.

    My fill-in is here -

    http://planettreasures.blogspot.com/

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  32. Lisa (Southern Girl Reads)January 2, 2009 at 7:36 AM

    Janet, I'm so sorry about your dad. My thoughts are with you. :)

    Here's mine:

    www.southerngal-lisa.blogspot.com

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  33. PatJanuary 2, 2009 at 7:39 AM

    Sorry to hear about your dad but I had to smile at your comment about your mom calling to him. May such memories be a comfort to you now and always.

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  34. JodiJanuary 2, 2009 at 8:24 AM

    I am sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    My post is up, you can find it here

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  35. Billy RhythmJanuary 2, 2009 at 8:28 AM

    Sorry about your Dad. Not only am I sending up prayers for you, but I'm asking visitors to my site to do the same.

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  36. KhadraJanuary 2, 2009 at 8:36 AM

    Im so sorry to hear about your dad :(

    going to post in a minute, but wanted to tell you Im sorry :(

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  37. FlorindaJanuary 2, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    I'm very sorry about your dad, Janet. My Fill-ins are here.

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  38. LisaJanuary 2, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know what it's like to lose a Dad...

    www.dlewightfamily.blogspot.com

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  39. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 9:10 AM

    I'm so sorry about your Dad, but you made me smile with your Mum's comment. I am just about to fill in my Friday. *Hugs*.

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  40. Cat.January 2, 2009 at 9:15 AM

    My answers are posted.

    Hugs and more hugs to you.

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  41. threesidesofcrazyJanuary 2, 2009 at 9:26 AM

    Mine are ready. http://www.3sidesofcrazy.com/2009/01/friday-fill-ins.html

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  42. Coffee SlutJanuary 2, 2009 at 9:28 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss.

    Mine's up.

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  43. KarenJanuary 2, 2009 at 9:30 AM

    so sorry for your loss. mine is posted.

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  44. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 9:34 AM

    I'm so sorry about your dad. Your family is in my thoughts.

    Here is my post (first one ever!)
    http://lisamm.wordpress.com/2009/01/02/1670/

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  45. Lapdog CreationsJanuary 2, 2009 at 9:48 AM

    So very sorry to hear about your Dad. Sending lots of good vibes and hugs your way.

    Mine's up.
    http://www.lapdogcreations.com/2009/01/1.html

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  46. UnknownJanuary 2, 2009 at 9:54 AM

    Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

    My fill-ins are filled in.

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  47. KwizgiverJanuary 2, 2009 at 9:57 AM

    Happy New Year!

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  48. cheatymoonJanuary 2, 2009 at 10:01 AM

    Thinking of you, Janet.

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  49. AmberJanuary 2, 2009 at 10:12 AM

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  50. AmberJanuary 2, 2009 at 10:13 AM

    I'm all posted and filled in
    I hope things go smoother in 2009
    Happy New Year all

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  51. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 10:18 AM

    I did it! Check 'em out.

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  52. TopHatJanuary 2, 2009 at 10:20 AM

    I've posted mine here.

    I'm sorry for the loss of your dad. My thoughts are with you.

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  53. MelliJanuary 2, 2009 at 10:26 AM

    Janet... I'm so sorry to hear that you have lost your father. I pray for God's peace to be with you... it sounds like it is. You know he's with your Mom in his heavenly home - and that does MUCH to soothe our sorrows.

    My Friday is filled.

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  54. DawnJanuary 2, 2009 at 10:32 AM

    Mine is up Right Here! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! :-)

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  55. Jasra/LisaJanuary 2, 2009 at 10:48 AM

    1. The world is _much warmer today_. (so the pipes have thawed finally)

    2. _"Good morning"_ was the last thing I said.

    3. I wonder _why I keep getting so sick this winter_.

    4. _Love and peace_ at the end of all things.

    5. There's something to be said for _a boy who brings you coffee_.

    6. _In his arms_ is where I want to be.

    7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to _getting antibiotics in my body_, tomorrow my plans include _sleep, sleep and more sleep_ and Sunday, I want to _feel healthy again_!

    *hugs* I'm sorry to hear about your dad, Janet, but I'm glad that it sounded so peaceful.

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  56. BarbJanuary 2, 2009 at 10:48 AM

    my thoughts and prayers are with you.... I hope you can feel peace now and just remember to keep all your memories close in your heart...

    My post is up....
    oh and Happy New Year

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  57. SonnyJanuary 2, 2009 at 10:53 AM

    Sorry for you loss, Janet. I've been over to your blog and commented on your post already.

    My fill-in is up.

    Hugs from Germany,
    Sonny

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  58. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 11:05 AM

    I am so sorry about your dad... May you have a really peaceful 2009!

    Here are mine http://aimeemarie.wordpress.com/2009/01/02/friday-fill-in-010209/

    Have an awesome weekend!

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  59. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 11:11 AM

    Sorry to hear of your loss. May you have strength and peace during this time!

    I've posted my first Fill-In at http://jmontagno.wordpress.com/2009/01/02/friday-fill-in/

    Happy New Year!

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  60. Aspiring Mom2threeJanuary 2, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    I'm so sorry about your Dad's passing, but thankful it was peaceful. I will be praying for you this next week.

    I'm posting today.

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  61. GraceJanuary 2, 2009 at 11:16 AM

    Janet, so sorry to hear about your dad, you will be in my thoughts and prayers

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  62. K DubsJanuary 2, 2009 at 11:52 AM

    Thinking about you today, Janet.

    Mine are up here

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  63. SaffyJanuary 2, 2009 at 11:55 AM

    Happy New Year, may it be a joyful one despite the difficult times you've had recently.

    Mine's up: http://saffsblog.blogspot.com/

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  64. RachJanuary 2, 2009 at 12:35 PM

    happy new year everyone, mine's up :-)

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  65. RonnieJanuary 2, 2009 at 12:39 PM

    We're keeping you in our thoughts, Janet.

    http://zombieprincess.blogspot.com

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  66. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 12:43 PM

    This is my first time doing this, or even visiting you, but I am sorry for your loss.

    My post is up...

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  67. SherrieJanuary 2, 2009 at 12:55 PM

    Hi!
    Sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. I am sure he is with your mom. My Fill-In's are posted. You can see it here:
    RAMDOM THOUGHTS FROM ME!!: FRIDAY FILL-INS

    Sherrie

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  68. 262momJanuary 2, 2009 at 1:02 PM

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  69. gwenlynJanuary 2, 2009 at 1:06 PM

    I too am sorry for your loss, Janet. Peace be with you and yours...

    My post is here: http://gtsgreenchair.blogspot.com/

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  70. 262momJanuary 2, 2009 at 1:10 PM

    Sorry to hear about your dad. He is in a better place. Happy New Year"

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  71. In My OpinionJanuary 2, 2009 at 1:16 PM

    My thoughts and prayers of peace and comfort go out to you and your family. You have many cyber hugs from us all coming your way!

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  72. Literary FelineJanuary 2, 2009 at 1:17 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss, Janet. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    My response is posted

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  73. jlshallJanuary 2, 2009 at 1:43 PM

    Janet, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. But I'm glad it was peaceful and that you can think of him being with your mom now. My sincerest sympathy to you and the rest of your family.

    My Fill-Ins are posted here.

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  74. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 2:09 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you.
    bundle-o-contradictions

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  75. eMelectricJanuary 2, 2009 at 2:38 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing, Janet. Thanks for sharing the blog you wrote about him. Thanks also for finding time to post a Friday Fill-In even at this difficult time.

    My fill-in is
    here.

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  76. MelanieJanuary 2, 2009 at 2:53 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss.

    Mine is up

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  77. ButchayJanuary 2, 2009 at 2:57 PM

    I am sorry to hear about your dad! But as you said, hes with yourmom now and I bet they are both happy together again. We will include your family on our prayers!

    my first friday fill in for the year is here:

    http://butchay.clarkph.com/?p=665

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  78. JerraleaJanuary 2, 2009 at 3:00 PM

    Sorry to hear about your dad. I'm glad it was peaceful. I will remember you in my prayers.

    Mine are filled in:
    http://jerralea.blogspot.com/2009/01/friday-fill-ins-105.html

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  79. YvonneJanuary 2, 2009 at 3:10 PM

    I'm so sorry for the loss of your Dad. My prayers and sympathies to you and your family.

    My Friday Fill-In is up
    http://socratesbookreviews.blogspot.com/2009/01/friday-fill-ins-105.html

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  80. michelleJanuary 2, 2009 at 3:20 PM

    Mne are Up Happy New Year everyone!

    http://www.smoochdog12.com/

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  81. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 4:02 PM

    mine is ready
    http://amandainherworld.blogspot.com/2009/01/fill-in-friday.html

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  82. JessJanuary 2, 2009 at 4:20 PM

    Happy First Friday fill in of the year :)

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  83. LyndaJanuary 2, 2009 at 4:26 PM

    Sending you warm thoughts and well wishes.

    http://holisticknitter.blogspot.com/2009/01/friday-fill-in-105.html

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  84. Buddhist, RNJanuary 2, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    I'm up! My thoughts are with you.

    mtheteacher.blogspot.com

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  85. LisaJanuary 2, 2009 at 5:34 PM

    I just found this blog and it looks like fun. I posted mine.

    And I offer my condolences for your loss. You gave a lovely tribute.

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  86. christina inaJanuary 2, 2009 at 5:51 PM

    I played today!

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  87. ~ejJanuary 2, 2009 at 5:54 PM

    so sorry to hear about your dad....

    i'm new to this, but mine is just going up! :)

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  88. LexiJanuary 2, 2009 at 6:33 PM

    Very sorry to hear about your father. I'm sure he's at peace now.

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  89. LexiJanuary 2, 2009 at 6:38 PM

    http://amazingadulthoodofalexis.blogspot.com/2009/01/friday-fill-ins.html

    My Fill-Ins are up, too.

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  90. smariekJanuary 2, 2009 at 7:30 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss, Janet. (((HUGS))) My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    I've posted my FFI here.

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  91. StaciJanuary 2, 2009 at 8:04 PM

    I am so very sorry to hear about your Dad but I truly love how you envision your parents together right now!!

    Here's MINE

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  92. KatrinaJanuary 2, 2009 at 8:19 PM

    I'm sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts & prayers are with you.

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  93. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 8:24 PM

    Mine are up- VERY late this week- got to get better organized-again- my condolences about your dad.

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  94. allisonJanuary 2, 2009 at 8:30 PM

    I'm very sorry about your Dad.

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  95. MonicaJanuary 2, 2009 at 8:35 PM

    I'm new and came by way of Tamy. I've posted my responses. Look forward to more.

    Also, I want to say how sorry I was to read about your dad. I am however glad it was peaceful for him. My dad also passed peacefully and that provided me with a sense of peace.

    Monica

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  96. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 8:47 PM

    Janet, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I wish for you whatever brings you solace, love and laughter in the new year.

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  97. tommieJanuary 2, 2009 at 9:06 PM

    Peace be with you, Janet!

    Mine are posted.

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  98. KeelyJanuary 2, 2009 at 9:15 PM

    I just found you from Aloicious, will be posting mine soon.

    I'm really sorry to hear about your Dad. Your remembrance post made me cry.

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  99. AmarieJanuary 2, 2009 at 10:26 PM

    Happy New Year!

    http://myprettypinkblogette.blogspot.com/2009/01/friday-fill-ins-105.html

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  100. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2009 at 10:32 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss.
    May God bless and comfort you.

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  101. Maria's SpaceJanuary 2, 2009 at 11:54 PM

    We all love Friday.
    http://reesspace.blogspot.com/2009/01/friday-fill-in.html

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  102. ღ Ms. Joy mH ღJanuary 3, 2009 at 12:28 AM

    condolences to you and to your family...

    Anyway, mine is up! click here

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  103. ♥SomethingPurple♥January 3, 2009 at 12:32 AM

    Mine is kinda late but still HERE

    Enjoy the 1st weekend of the year!

    Janet, my condolences to you and your family.

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  104. BarbaraJanuary 3, 2009 at 1:37 AM

    Very sorry for your loss. I am sure he and your mom are having a ball =)

    Much love.

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  105. UnknownJanuary 3, 2009 at 12:30 PM

    Sorry for your loss. I'm sure it can't be easy saying goodbye to a loved one on a major holiday, but I'm glad the suffering is over.

    Otherwise, my post is up, late, but it's done.
    Enjoy.

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  106. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2009 at 2:43 PM

    Sorry about your loss. I will be adding your blog to my blogroll.

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  107. JillJanuary 6, 2009 at 7:35 AM

    I am so sorry about your dad!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  108. LauraBelleJanuary 6, 2009 at 2:49 PM

    I'm late in coming here to play and tho I don't even know you, my heart sighs for you at your loss. I have lost both my parents many yrs. ago, but I still, at times, grieve .... and miss them. I pray God's blessing over you and your heart. I pray He washes you with His grace and healing. And I wish you peace. ♥♥

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  109. Life Scraps and PatchesJanuary 6, 2009 at 8:23 PM

    Janet, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. I'm wishing you peace and sending a hug.

    I'm really late - Happy New Year, everyone.

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  110. the LadyJanuary 13, 2009 at 1:58 PM

    First time stopping by, I'm so sorry to read of your dad's passing. It must be hard.

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