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!

fridayfillin.gif

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 _____!

110 comments:

Jodi said...
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Julie said...

Mine's up

Jodi said...

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...

Terri said...

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.

Anonymous said...

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

Yasmin said...

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

ShannonW said...

My sincerest and deepest condolences to you and your family.

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

beastmomma said...

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

Gal Friday said...

Sorry about your loss, truly I am, Janet.

Dawn @ simply transparent said...

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

Anonymous said...

Happy New Year!

Posted mine already;)

Anonymous said...

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

Paula said...

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

SkyBar Farm said...

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

Mine is here

Anonymous said...

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/

Dena said...

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

Mine will be up very shortly.

Anonymous said...

Mine will be up at 12am!! : )

Happy New Year.

sally906 said...

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/

Anonymous said...

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

Jack said...

Happy New Year... I'm up

NoBS said...

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.

Julie said...

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/

Anonymous said...
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Anonymous said...

Mine'sHERE

cw2smom said...

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

Terri said...

Now I'm filled in.

Phoenix said...

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

Forgetfulone said...

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

Farah said...

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

Tintin.Tetay said...

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

planettreasures said...

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/

Lisa (Southern Girl Reads) said...

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

Here's mine:

www.southerngal-lisa.blogspot.com

Pat said...

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.

Jodi said...

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

Billy Rhythm said...

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.

Khadra said...

Im so sorry to hear about your dad :(

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

Florinda said...

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

Lisa said...

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

www.dlewightfamily.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

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*.

Cat. said...

My answers are posted.

Hugs and more hugs to you.

threesidesofcrazy said...

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

Coffee Slut said...

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Mine's up.

Karen said...

so sorry for your loss. mine is posted.

Anonymous said...

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/

Lapdog Creations said...

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

Unknown said...

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

My fill-ins are filled in.

Kwizgiver said...

Happy New Year!

cheatymoon said...

Thinking of you, Janet.

Amber said...
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Amber said...

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

Anonymous said...

I did it! Check 'em out.

TopHat said...

I've posted mine here.

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

Melli said...

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.

Dawn said...

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

Jasra/Lisa said...

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.

Barb said...

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

Sonny said...

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

Anonymous said...

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!

Anonymous said...

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!

Aspiring Mom2three said...

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.

Grace said...

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

K Dubs said...

Thinking about you today, Janet.

Mine are up here

Saffy said...

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

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

Rach said...

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

Ronnie said...

We're keeping you in our thoughts, Janet.

http://zombieprincess.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

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

My post is up...

Sherrie said...

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

262mom said...
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gwenlyn said...

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

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

262mom said...

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

In My Opinion said...

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!

Literary Feline said...

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

My response is posted

jlshall said...

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.

Anonymous said...

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

eMelectric said...

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.

Melanie said...

I am so sorry for your loss.

Mine is up

Butchay said...

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

Jerralea said...

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

Yvonne said...

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

michelle said...

Mne are Up Happy New Year everyone!

http://www.smoochdog12.com/

Anonymous said...

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

Jess said...

Happy First Friday fill in of the year :)

Lynda said...

Sending you warm thoughts and well wishes.

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

Buddhist, RN said...

I'm up! My thoughts are with you.

mtheteacher.blogspot.com

Lisa said...

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.

christina ina said...

I played today!

~ej said...

so sorry to hear about your dad....

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

Lexi said...

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

Lexi said...

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

My Fill-Ins are up, too.

smariek said...

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

I've posted my FFI here.

Staci said...

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

Katrina said...

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

Anonymous said...

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

allison said...

I'm very sorry about your Dad.

Monica said...

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

Anonymous said...

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.

tommie said...

Peace be with you, Janet!

Mine are posted.

Keely said...

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.

Amarie said...

Happy New Year!

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

Anonymous said...

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

Maria's Space said...

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

ღ Ms. Joy mH ღ said...

condolences to you and to your family...

Anyway, mine is up! click here

♥SomethingPurple♥ said...

Mine is kinda late but still HERE

Enjoy the 1st weekend of the year!

Janet, my condolences to you and your family.

Barbara said...

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

Much love.

Unknown said...

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.

Anonymous said...

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

Jill said...

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

LauraBelle said...

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. ♥♥

Life Scraps and Patches said...

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.

the Lady said...

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