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Peace be unto you, my peace I leave with you....
I do feel peace sometimes, as I write this on February 27, almost 2 months since Rob left us. It feels sometimes like he's been gone for sooooo very long, but, when I write that down it's not long ago to 'look' at. It's hard to relate if you haven't gone through it. I am still spending sometimes, many days on end, unable to concentrate or do much, but, walk & weep. Walking in the snowstorms & blizzards we have been having here, seem to help somehow. When the weather is really bad, I walk alone. When it's better, my friend Sharon is with me. When I am alone, I feel peace occasionally...when we both walk, we chatter on & it's very likely I am quietly crying, as I remember who else chattered so very much when we walked. Thank you for all those who have cried with me.

We have times of laughter though, remembering Rob. Rob & I laughed so much.
Will you do me a favour? This week, walk up to someone who has lost a loved one...tell them you REMEMBER that person they lost & say something good about them, but, most of all, give them a HUG! That's right...do that! When you lose someone, like a husband/wife/significant other, something that you miss the most is that hug you could always get from that person. Give a hug to someone, you may be the one needing it someday.

Thank you still for all the angels & cards still comming in the mail & emails as well. I am trying to get to the 500+ still remaining. There is much love & comfort & help in them. The prayers are again, always so appreciated. Kay still works on the news. I am managing the Sunday one. Many, many thanks to her & others who have spent time with me from afar. You will never know what you have done for me, but...
to you all...your love & kindness to me, will be remembered throughout the Eternities.
God bless each one of you. Love always, Patsy

Patsy & Rob, his sister, Martha & our friend, Remco...Queen Beatrix Park, Netherlands


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Cherished Friends
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Patsy, you & Rob have been such great friends for me.
Our friendship has been one of my most precious possessions.
I will always remember the fun times we spent together.
There is a scripture in Proverbs somewhere that I think applies to you & Rob,
and the love you have shown to me, it says "a friend loveth at all times,
and a brother is born out of adversity."
I know we will all be friends again in the eternities.
Met liefde, Jared in England

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Dear Patsy,
I am shocked. I did'nt know that his situation was so badly?! I am greatfull to you for you personal letter and hope God will help you threw this dark night. I feel so very sorry that I did not write to him in de last weeks. My life is so busy and my energy so low. Never thought that he would leave this world forever. He has allways been recouvering. Now it is to late and there we cannot turn the clock back. You and I know that Rob was a very special person with a big mouth, but a small hart. In this hart he kept the one's he loved and I know he loved you dearly. I don't know what to say to you. I'm thankfull that he has find the love of his life and are sure that he will love you forever. Don't forget that you have given him the best time of his life!!!! I hope that this will be of any help to get you through this. Rob's friends are mine and you as his wife have a special place in my hart. I'll hope we can stay in contact and wish you very much strength and help from God. I cannot come to you but will pray for you both and think of you. I will allways remember him.
Love, Ineke.  Almere, Netherlands

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Hello Patsy,
I'm so sorry for your loss, you don't know me but when I read your e-mail I
cried for you and your husband. God rest his soul......Gail W

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i am so sorry for your loss my prayers go out to you and your family
Leann K

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Patsy, I am so sorry that Rob has gone, even if it was to a better place.  Trust me, I have been widowed since 1986 and it does get better.  Don't give up on the things you love to do like your newsletters etc. They will be your Godsend.  Begin to write a book about you and he, even if only for your own use.  Carry on as you see fit and in your own time. Do not let anyone tell you when you are ready to "move on".  This loss is your loss and no one elses, it is very personal.  No one else had the relationship you and he had, so no one has the right to tell  you to get over it, chin up or any other of those local colloquialisms.  I believe from heaven Rob will lead you to a new place in THIS world and help you to get there, as he assists Christ in preparing a place for all of us to get there in Gods Time.  Much Love, Maureen in Michigan

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I send my deepest sympathy to you and your family.  It is so hard to lose someone you love so much but God has a plan for Rob and he is in peace now.  The loss you suffer at this time, no words can help, but you will be kept in my prayers for you to have the strength to carry on.  People will tell you it get better with time and it does but it takes a long time so don't let anyone kid you there.  I have been there and know your grief but remember all the good times with Rob and how he enhanced your life.  You now have a very special guardian angel watching over you and remember the wind when it blows, the bird when they sing and all of nature's great things and think about Rob.
 
God Bless You----------Joyce C

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PATSY, U DON'T KNOW ME PERSONALLY, BUT I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.  I ALSO KNOW THAT U ARE HANGING ON BY A THREAD, BUT YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER WILL GIVE U THE HELP U NEED TO GET THRU THIS AND HE WILL ALSO GIVE U THE PEOPLE U NEED TO HELP U.....MOST ESPECIALLY YOUR FAMMILY.  IT'S OKAY TO CRY, KEEP PRAYING, AND PLEASE ACCEPT MY SYMPATHIES ON THIS TERRIBLE LOSS.  I WISH I COULD GIVE U A GREAT BIG HUG

BLESSINGS, LOVE, LIGHT AND PEACE
CATANA

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Patsy you are in my prayers. I hope you know you are truly blessed to have had such a wonderful man.
Some people never get that.stay strong and you will get thru just fine.
God bless, The Craig Family  Denton,TX

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I am so sorry to hear about your husband. My husband is also the love of my life.
I can't see myself without him. He has Parkinson's and each day I see him slipping away.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless. Joan W in Georgia

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Patsy, I am so so sorry for your loss.  I am praying for you and your family
as you face the upcoming days, weeks, months.  Obviously, Rob was a
wonderful, loving person as you must be as well.
With much love,
Alison T.

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Dear Patsy,
    I am  sorry to hear of your loss.  May God bless you and keep you safe.  Many Blessings To You.
-Jennifer S

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Remember, Jesus is always by your side. He'll never leave you or forsake you.
He'll help you with everything. I'm prayin for you.
Love in Christ,
Cindy C

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OHHHHH PATSY--- MY HEART IS WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF NEED! LOVE & PRAYERS! 
Cindy K

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Hi Patsy

  I am so VERY sorry to hear of your husband passing away.  He defitenly was
a special person and you were so blessed to have him in your life.  I
believe that he is in the arms of Jesus...where he is free of pain and
suffering, he will always be there for you.  He would want you to be strong
and stay strong in your faith.  I know that i didn't get the pleasure of
knowing him but i still feel your pain and can only extend my deepest
sympathies to you and your family.  Please take good care of yourself ....I
will keep you both in my prayers every day.  Stay strong, hon.  Smile,
because he is definitely smiling there.

HUGE HUGS FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

May God bless you and especially in this time of need.

Maria N   BC, Canada

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I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers sent your way.
Johnna

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PATSY MAY GOD BLESS YOU IN YOUR SORROW, MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR
YOU.  LINDA J

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Hi Patsy
I been reading your letters and rob for a long time.
Went thought his last illness with you. I have never wrote before. But your
lost today really hit me alot.
I had so much lost this year. You are in my heart God always takes the good
ones to help him up there.For another mission. And he is with you at all
time. So make him proud!!
your friend  Nita M

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I'M VERY SORRY PATSY. JUST LOOK UP AND TALK TO ROB HE'LL ALWAYS LISTEN EVEN
IF HE CAN'T ANSWER. I'VE BEEN THERE BEFORE, AND GOD WILL ALWAYS GIVE YOU
STRENGTH.LOVE AND PRAYERS,YOUR FRIEND, JUDY M IN KY.

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I AM SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR HUSBAND DEATH MY PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU I KNOW YOU
FEEL LOST WITHOUT HIM I LL KEEP PRAYING FOR YOU
MARSHA

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prayers are with you and your departed loved one. God Bless
Steve D

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Hi Patsy, Dont worry!! Robs with my mom, a better place! She went with him too, the same  time? Where the sick people go.
So, they smile at us and wave, and wait! I know, its a tough Love! I share  with you.
Always, Leeann C  I KNOW!!!

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Hi Patsy,
Rob was through here, God's plan  for him was completed, and that is totally out of your control and understanding. As you miss Rob, remember, what seems like a LONG time now, will be so short after you go to heaven.
Now is a test of faith in God and your trust in HIM.
 
 You must try to enjoy your life here, as much as you can, bring joy to others, teach the lost of God and Jesus. That will keep your mind off your loss and show God you are trusting HIS WORD...that you and Rob will be together again, this time with NO SUFFERING, no crime or fear!!! Until then, carry on, make Rob and our Lord happy, be strong, ask God for help when you feel overwhelmed, time does make a loss a little easier, with God helping you, the pain is less over time, but you don't forget, just feel less like crying uncontrollably!!!
 
I dealt with my loss by visiting nursing homes, because, they are the forgotten, some don't know Jesus came here and died for their salvation. They appreciate attention, and most have lost their life as they knew it.  Polishing the ladies nails, brushing their hair, getting them a drink of water, not too hard, but can change a persons outlook, and reading the bible to them is nice too.
 
I am praying for your peace, in understanding your Rob is watching you, and he will be proud of how strong you are.
 
It hurts so bad , because you miss him, but he isn't gone forever, you will eventually be together forever.  : )
Debbie C  --- Jerry C

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Patsy, I want you to know you have my deepest sympathy.  I have enjoyed getting the e-mails from you and rob's cooking.  You helped me when my husband was sick and in a dark place and everyone prayed for him and I just want you to know you are appreciated for all that you do.  Remember all the times you shared with him and from experience---I know, he won't be far from you.  My prayers are with you and your family.  Monique M

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Patsy
I am so sorry for your loss and may peace be with you. I will pray for GOD
to give you strength to get through this very difficult time.
Sincerely, A daily reader in Ohio

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Patsy,
       This might not get to you but I want to tell you that you remind me
of my parents.They were married 50 years before my Dad passed 6 years ago of cancer at
home in his livingroom of cancer at age 72. I took care of him while caring for my
family also which then was 4 children ranging from a few weeks old to teenagers. Now I
care for my Mom who lives with us and has alzheimers and is 79 and we have added
another child to our family since Dad passed. I truely understand why Mom has this
disease, so the memory of Dad doesn't kill her. My heart and soul go out to you
Patsy!!!!!
My father for sure is my angel because when I want to give up I know he is
there saying "Oh no I won't let you, you are a survivor and your time is not done here!"
It is nice to hear some say they are thankful for having had someone that
special in their lives instead of being angry.
Thank you Patsy you are an inspiration!
I know God will be with you, Paula A.  
Minnesota

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Hi Patsy;
So sorry to hear that Rob is in Heaven now.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Terry P

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Oh... Patsy,
I am sorry to hear that the love of your life has passed. I am sure i
understand... like a whole is missing out of your heart now... feeling as
what are you going o do now... ya know, just think.. what would Rob want you
to do?... he is still in your heart and i am sure he will always be by your
side if not in person in spirit.. he will always be there... ya know a few
months ago i found out i was prego for the first time... i am 28 yrs old..
and thought i could never get prego... then i thought man this is a merical,
this was gonna be my merical baby no matter what it was gonna be i was gonna
name the baby merical... then a month later found out that the baby was a
dud... wasnt even gonna make it... then i had to have a DNC 2 weeks later...
talk about heart broken there after... now its been 2 weeks sence my
sergury... just wanted you to know this... and that if you ever need someone
to talk to or just to listen i am here... and to let you know my thoughts
and prayers are with you and his loved ones.
Y. Maria L

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I'M FREE

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took His hand when I heard Him call
I turned my back and left it all.
 
I could not stay another day
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way
I've found that peace at the close of the day.
 
If my parting has left a void
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah, yes, these things I too will miss.
 
Be not burdened with times of sorrow
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I've savored much,
Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.
 
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me
God wanted me now; He set me free.
Author Unknown

Will be praying for you. James I

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Dear Patsy, 
Please accept my sincere condolences for your tremendous loss.  Your email telling me about Rob's death was the saddest and worst I have ever read.  I was truely saddened and grieve for the loss of sweet Rob for through your and Rob's newsletters, I feel that I have also lost a friend.  Please know that my prayers are with you during these trying times.
Love, Susanne

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I have stopped in to remember Rob, My friend, since his passing I have spent days crying and last night I saw a vision from God It was Rob not in a wheelchair but walking. He was walking with out pain and he had a smile on his face. He was having a time with our Lord. So instead of being sad I guess we should be happy just to have known this wonderful man. Rob you will never be forgotten. I love you Patsy.
Marie, Morristown Tennessee

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Hi Patsy,
I just wanted to email you and say that I am so sorry for your loss.
I know that this is a very hard time for you, so I wont take up much of your time.
Shannon

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Patsy,
I dont even know you, but I read your story on the Haunted House of Freebies newsletter for today. 
I am so sorry for you, that is so sad.  I hope you find the strength to carry on through this tough time. 
Your husband will always be watching over you.  Take care of yourself.
Jennifer  Ohio

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Hi Patsy Im a subcribers @ my yahoo address but wanted to let you
know that u r in my prayers. You and your family have alot to deal
with and I know what u mean when u say u dont want to do any of
it.  your family is in my prayers
Heather

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I am sorry to hear about your Husband. God be with you and know in the future you will see him again.
With Love and Prayers
Mara F
Haunted House of Freebies List Subscriber

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So sorry About your loss.
All my freebies newsletters have you in thier thoughts .
Know that there are alot of people who think alot of you & hoping you get thru this hard time.
Your in my thoughts & prayers.
Cheryl D

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...{{{{{{Gentle hugs}}}}}}}}}
Wish I was there to hold you when you cry. Prayers and strength go out to
you. You have brought hope and joy to many through the many stories you and
Rob have shared with us, your online family. Rob will live on. I never met
you two but feel I know you. Peace and blessings. Huggzz. Anne

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I am so sorry for your loss, I, too know how you feel.  I lost my husband
almost 2 years ago and it is just like your heart was ripped out of you.  He
was my love and my whole being for 33 years.  But, let me also tell you it
does get easier with time to accept it.  I would not call him back because I
know he is in a better place than he would be here.  It helps to know that
they are with our Lord and Saviour.  I will keep you in my thoughts and
prayers. B K

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He is Always there
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Hope this gives just a little comfort. i know how i'd feel if i lost my true love too...
HUGSSSSSSSS an GOD BLESS YOU  Lee G

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Dear Patsy, I am sorry to hear of your husband dying.  I lost mine 3 years ago of sleep apnea. He was 34 years old.  I know exactly what you are going thru.  I have since remarried as I met a man off the internet dating service  back in 2001.  We have been married a year and a half now.  He is a wonderful man, but no one could and will not ever take the place of my Dennis.  He was my soul mate.  Well gonna go.  May God Be With You.  Kathy B

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I'm so sorry for your loss.  I'm a widow - almost exactly 5 years ago, my
husband collapsed (his heart just stopped) and couldn't be revived.  I know
how you feel.
Please take time for yourself - it's not selfish to grieve.  If I could
reach out and hug you, I would!!!
I'll keep you and your family in my prayers.
Pamela

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My prayers are very much with you..I am so sorry to hear about your
beloved loss...This is the first time I have ever written to you but I just
wanted you to know you are in my heart and i do care...Please let me know if
there is anything I can ever do for you..
love always mary m t of ocalal florida..p s I love your news letters

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I will keep you in my prayers I know the sadness you are feeling right now
and will be praying for you.
Danny & Cindy

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Patsy,
Im sooo sorry for your loss.He was a very brave man. Last year when i was having a hard time his emails gave me hope and faith. I never prayed for anyone until last year when rob was so sick so he taught me how to pray,  and his strength made me stronger. He is with  his heavenly father now and he is an angel watching over you and your family. you will get through this as you have all the other obstabcles in your life. Remember you have a world wide support group and we are all here for you. Today when i go to church I will pray for you and your family but you are all already blessed. LOVE Dollie
Love ya, Dollie

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PATSY, I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS. GOD WILL BE WITH YOU THROUGH THIS TERRIBLE TIME AND I THINK WE ALL FIND OUT IN TIMES LIKE THIS WE ARE ALOT STRONGER THAN WE REALIZE. I HAVE NEVER LOST A HUSBAND, BUT SAW MY MOTHER GO THROUGH IT SHE AND MY DAD ALMOST MADE IT TO THEIR 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY. I AM SURE ROB WILL BE WATCHING OVER YOU AND IS WITH YOU NOW SOMEWAY. TAKE CARE. SALLY,USA

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Dear Patsy, we feel your grief and are praying God will help you through this tough time.
Knowing where Rob is, is a great help, and it is better to be with JESUS.
We love you all and you will continue to be in our prayers.  
Your brother in Christ with lots of love.  Ken W

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It is hard to lose a loved one no matter what age they are.  I was a widow at age 21. 
Things will get better with time....hard to imagine now.  Your marriage sounds like a dream
and he must have been one very happy man to have had a smile on his face when he passed.   
He will be in your dreams and in your heart.  You both are very loving people....
My symphathy goes out to you and your family.
Long distance hugs
Judy H.

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DEAR PATSY  IT WS SO HARD TO READ YOUR LETTER TODAY I FEEL LIKE WE KNEW
HIM AND YOU  I KOW HOW YOU MUST HAVE CRIED CAUSE I KNOW THAT IS WHAT I
AM DOING. NEVER ANOTHER LIKE HIM.  OUR LOVE TO YOU AND AS ALWAYS OUR
PRAYERS IT DOES NOT HELP TO HEAR BUT IT WAS HIS TIME.  I KNOW THE
STRENGTH YOU HAVE AND THE FAITH YOUHAVE IN OUR LORD HE AND ROB WILL
ALWAYS BE WITH YOU WE LOVE YOU ELAINE AND ARNIE  

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i'm so sorry for your loss...i can't imagine the pain you & your family are going thru. i've been a reader of your letter for quite some time now..and i really enjoy it so much..u do a wonderful job!  your faith in God will help u thru this time..there are alot of prayers going out for you also..some of them will be from me too...God bless you & your family..may his strength & love be your strength also..i'm so sorry..another 1 of your readers..jan

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Patsy,
You are certainly in my thoughts and prayers today. I can attest
to what you are going through, since I lost my beloved husband of
27yrs in the year of 1988. It seems as if it was just yesterday.
He died suddenly of a massive heart attack.
Yes, you are entitled to cry, just get it all out. As time goes
on, things will get better. Of course, you will never forget, but things get better.
One scripture that helped me so much was and I just kept repeating
it over and over, "I can do all things through Jesus Christ who strengthens me."
God bless you and your family.
He is a constant help in times of need and forever.
Donna S (TN)

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dear patsy my name is annette  and i was one single mom you helped at
christmas when i needed prayers and now it is your turn and now i am
here for you i am praying for you as i write this to you you are a very
special person i am sorry about rob he to has a special place in my
heart  well just remember if you ever need someone to talk to just send
me an email ok love you and godbless annette and kendra
Love is very patient and kind.
1 corinthians 13:3
Annette V

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Warm Memories...
I'm sorry about your loss.
There's nothing I can say to take away your grief, but know that I'm here for you.
I'll lend you the strength you need to get through this difficult time.
And I'll pray that the pain you're feeling now will soon be replaced
by warm memories. Marilyn & Dave

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Dear Patsy,
I have never written you before but after reading about Rob, I had to let you know that you are what has kept me going in the last year. I lost my 13yr old son and my 34 yr old brother in a auto accident 7yrs ago. My mom, myself and my 3yr old daughter were behind them. I still can't get that scene out of my mind and I have trouble sometimes just wanting to live. I found your web-site last year and the 'Sunday Inspirationals' are what has helped me. I save all of them and read them when I'm down. I lost my job 8 days before Christmas and it really knocked my feet out from under me, and I turned to you. You have helped me many times to survive and I just wanted you to know that you are in my prayers and my heart at this difficult time in your life. The memories will keep Rob alive in your heart until you see him again, trust me, this is the only way I have to survive each day are my memories.***Thank you for being my friend and helping me when you don't even know me. You and Rob have been such a inspiration in my life.
May God bless you and be with you,
In my heart and prayers,
Shari M   Tehuacana, Texas

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DEAR PATSY,
I JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT YOUR HUSBAND, I AM SO SORRY!!!!
GOD BE WITH YOU NOW.
LOVE YOU
ALMA

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Dear Patsy-- I want to offer my deepest sympathies for your lost.  I understand completely what you're going through.  My wonderful, caring dad passed away the day after Christmas and I haven't been able to grieve for him fully yet.  It's as if I don't want to believe that he's gone.  Like your Rob, my dad, Steve, was loved by so many people; he would give you the shirt off his back.  I love that man and I miss him soooo much.  You'll be in my prayers and I hope I will be in yours.  Charlene

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I am truly sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to you during this hard time.
I wish that all the pain could be put away and that your heart stops aching.
Thank you for sharing the news about your husband and letting me a part of your life during this time.
I won't flood your email with a long letter but wanted to say that I am really sorry and that he will
always be watching over you no matter what. He is among the angels now making sure you are safe and sound.
Sending my love
Jessica 

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Dear Patsy
May I convey my deepest sympathy to you and Kay on the loss of a dear husband and father. 
I know how you are feeling, as I too went through the loss of my soul mate eight and a half years ago.
Thank the good Lord that you moved to Newfoundland where you have a family that will help you get through this.
I know this is not the way you wanted to finish off the old year.  You are in my prayers as was Rob.
I will be waiting to hear from you when you are ready.
In  friendship
Phyllis C

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Patsy- Hi I am a subscriber of HauntedHouseofreebies.com. I am very sorry for loss of your husband.
My heart goes out to you and your family.I just lost my father this past November.
Always remember the good times you had with him.You will get through this, it just takes time.
Take Care, Lisa.

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Patsy,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Wishing you the comfort of Spirit and may Our Lord be
with you in Spirit during this time.
"Our fears for today, our worries about tomorrow, or where we are- high above the sky, or in the
deepest ocean-, nothing will ever be able to separate us from the love of God demonstrated by our
Lord Jesus Christ when he died for us." Romans 8:39 TLB
Heartfelt wishes to you and your family.
Sincerely, Stephanie CALIFORNIA

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DEAR PATSY,
I HAVENT SPOKEN WITH YOU MUCH, BUT I ALWAYS LOVE READING YOUR NEWSLETTER. I JUST WANTED TO SEND MY PRAYERS TO YOU. I KNOW YOU MUST BE GOING THROUGH A HARD TIME BUT ALWAYS REMEMBER- HE IS SAFE, WELL AND HAPPY WHERE HE IS! I HOPE THAT YOU KEEP YOUR HEAD HELD HIGH AND KEEP SMILING!
IN SYMPATHY,
NATALIE

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My dear Patsy,
I pray that God will comfort you now because you need Him now more than ever to get through this.  Rob is with Him and happy now with no pain or worries.  Please take care of yourself.... You have a lot of friends who love you and care about you.. You reach a lot of people through your newsletters and touch a lot of hearts. You still have a purpose here on this earth to fullfill before you can go and be with Rob and I know he would want you to be happy and not grieve yourself sick.  I wish I could hold you and help you get through this, but God is there right now with you-- in your heart--- and as you go through the day and lonely night--remember God is there holding you.      love, your friend from GA--- Jackie

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Dear Patsy,
I am so sorry to hear of Rob's death.  But I am so
happy for the wonderful memories you have of him and
of the two of you together.  Our Heavenly Father has
truly blessed the two of you - and Kay.  You will be
in my prayers - but believe me when I tell you that
you will feel the arms of Jesus about you and His
comfort with you.  I know I did when my 18yr old son
died and my 5yr old daughter died.  That feeling of
peace and comfort just cannot be described.  But I do
pray for you to lessen the pain of separation.  Stay
close to the Lord - that is where Rob is now.
Love, Judy B

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Dear Patsy,
I am a member of your newsletter and of Rob's.
I was so shocked and saddened to hear he had passed away.
Words cannot express my condolences, but I can tell you that you will be
in my prayers. We both know that God is the only One who can help you
through this difficult period ahead.
I lost a husband through divorce, but not through death so I cannot tell
you that I know how you feel.
I have lost my parents, and my youngest brother, but never my companion
through death.
Divorce is rough though when your spouse decides that he had rather have
another woman over you. At that time I hurt so bad that my skin actually
ached, and I cried and fasted for days trying to get relief from my
pain. It eventually came, but only through time and constantly praying to God,
and relying on His Word and Him.
Now, I am remarried, and my husband and I get along better than we ever
have. It is not my suggestion that you remarry, but that you only allow God to
help you, and He most definitely will.
We will miss Rob through his newsletters although we did not know him
personally. We love you, and will keep praying for you.
Sincerely,  Beth E

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Dear Patsy,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.  My prayers will be with you.  God bless.
Debi S

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I want to let you know that I will include you and your family in my prayers.
Your letters have been helpful to me and I know that you will be strong through this.
I am sorry for your loss. God will be with you at this time.
Desi H

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My condolences for your loss.  I'm so sorry.
K.S. S

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Dear Patsy,
You are in my prayers....
I know you feel lost right now, and rightly so.. but rest assured in the knowledge he is
walking with Jesus in Heaven... and someday you too, will be walking with Rob there also. 
I have always felt, no one is ever forgotten that is remembered by the people that loved them. 
So, I am sure your husband will be remembered forever.  I wish I had known him. 
He sounds like a wonderful person. May God comfort you and your family, in this time of sorrow.
God bless and keep you all....
Kathy S.

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Dearest Patsy,
You are in my thoughts and prayers along with my churches prayer chain.
Bless you and your family during this time.
Jacquelynn from USA

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My deepest sympathies to you and your family!
With Love, Cherith, a faithful newsletter reader

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Patsy,
Find peace that his suffering is over and work hard to obtain his presence.
Thanks for being you,
A Fan,  Peter M

WWW.USMorlans.com for the answer!
http://www.usmorlans.com/

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Patsy I to lost my husband 3 years ago and I'm still dealing with it.  My husband had a massive heart attack in front of me and there was nothing I could do for him by the time the ambulance got to him he had passed.  I know how you feel.  Its as though you are in a dream and it doesn't seem real, but you can't wake up from it.  It does get easier well it did for me to know he is in a better place and I know that I will be with him some day when my chores are done here on earth.  We have 2 children I'm raising one is 18 daughter in college and I have a 15 year old son.  I still love and miss him and think of him every day.  He was the best part of me.  Next to my children.  They are what I live for and love.  I will be praying for you. 
Polly  

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God be with you.  He is ever faithful to help us through the bad times and he understands.
In Christ's love,  Mary M

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I am so sorry to hear of your great loss.  There are no words that can be
spoken or written to really help, but I hope comfort can be found in prayers.  we will pray for comfort
and strength for you Your e mails touch so many of our lives, more than you can even imagine.  I
have looked  forward to recieving them.  May GOD  comfort you and give you the courage  and
strength to get you thru this hard time,  with love from my daughter, and myself
Kat

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Hi Patsy,
I've been on your list for about 2 years now, and though I've never written before, I had to take the time out to do so.
I prayed yesterday that Rob would make it, but he's in a better place honestly. No more sufferring, and now, whenever your time comes, your husband will be there waiting for you. I've had to make myself look at it this way because i've recently lost my mom, grandmother, and daughter. I honestly understand how u feel when u say if you could, u'd go with them, but you know he wouldn't want it that way. You keep your head up woman, because he expects no less of you.
Callie

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Patsy,
We all feel your loss, because you have both touched our lives every day.  I
am so thankful that Rob was able to come home with you earlier this year and
you all have had so many wonderful days together.  So many people don't get
that opportunity, but you were both truly blessed.
God will be with you to comfort you in these hours, and Rob will now be your
guardian angel to watch over you each and every day.
Much love, Chrissie R
CRAFTS-N-STUFF
http://www.bucketsareus.com

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My deepest sympathies are with you as you weather what has to be one of
life's biggest storms.  My prayers go up for your loving husband and most of
all, for you in your hours of need.
Your Friend in Christ  Darlene E
Corpus Christi, Texas

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I am so sorry to hear this. My prayers and thoughts
are with you.   Paula

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PATSY,
I read your letters every single day.  I look forward to them and
I almost feel a part of your family.  I am extreemly sorry for your
loss.  The way you spoke of Rob made him seem like an absolute gift
from above.  We should all be so lucky.
God Bless.  Amy

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My prayers continue to be with you Patsy.....Always remember...You are loved
and being held very close in the arms of Jesus. I will miss you while you
travel this road but Jesus will lead YOU THRU this lonely valley as he says
in Psalms 23. God Bless You and yours during this time. 
Love in Christ (Mary R)


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Patsy,
I am sorry that you lost Rob, the love of your life.  As you said, he is in heaven, so eventually that thought will give you comfort.  You are such a special person, Patsy, I am sure God will help you through this, along with your daughter and mother and all of your loved ones and many friends.
My sincerest sympathy,
Monica L

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Dear Patsy,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. May God grant you peace and all you need during this hard time. ((((((((((Patsy))))))))))))))))Take Care.
Karyn M (A reader of your newsletter)

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so sorry to hear of your loss  will  say  prayers   gerri

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Hi Patsy:   I am a reader of Carmen's site and i just learned about what happened.  I know how you feel, for just 4 weeks ago i lost my beloved dad and we were very close.  Its so hard when you are so close to a person and then something happens to them, but they are truly never lost, for they will live forever in our hearts and in our minds.  Now the good times and everything that they were in life shall always be remembered.  I, and my family, wish to express our sympathy and we will pray for you and your beloved husband....God Bless you in your time of loss and always...
Maria G

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Dear Patsy,
You don't know me, but I receive HHOF newsletter and I read the letter regarding the recent loss of your husband.  I am so very sorry for your loss.  My husband passed away in 1990 and to this day I still miss him.  I understand what you mean when you say "I wish I were with him", I know I had that thought for quite a few months after Richard passed away.  I pray that you will accept God's strength to help you get through this and I can only say that although the pain never goes away, it gets softer.  It's sounds like your husband was a wonderful man and left a wonderful legacy and I am sure he is with God today and will always be watching over you.  I believe Richard still watches over me today. Take care and my prayers are with you.
Lori from Saukville, WI

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Dear Patsy,
I am a reader of your newsletter and just feel like I have to write and tell you how sorry I am about your loss.
May you find strength in the words from friends and know there are many prayers coming your way.
Please be strong, you are still needed.
<HUGS> and LOVE to you.
Gloria

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Peace be with you Patsy.
I read this in a magazine and I thought it was just beautiful.
I do not know who wrote it.
Just wanted to pass it along, hopefully to help you find peace.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Laura K & Family...Chandler, AZ
**********************************************
 
The Broken Chain
 
We little knew that morning that
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
in death we do the same.
 
It broke our hearts to lose you,
you did not go alone;
for parts of us went with you,
the day God called you home.
 
You left us peaceful memories,
your love is still our guide;
and though we cannot see you,
you are always at our side.
 
Our family chain is broken,
and nothing seems the same;
but as God calls us one by one,
the Chain will link again.

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I AM SO SO SORRY I BE PRAYING FOR U AN YOUR FAMILY. GOD WILL HELP U
THROUGH IT AN TIME WILL HELP. GOD BLESS YOU.
Jennifer

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My prayers are sent to you Patsy. I'd like to send you a card but,I
don't have your address. God Bless and Take Care!
Prayers Always,
Josette

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My sincerest condolences on your loss.
sincerely
estelle (gee) & lee

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Our family sends God's blessing to you in your time of saddness.
Hi Patsy,
     I just opened my HHOF email and learned of your loss.  I felt I had to write to you
and let you know that my prayers and those of my family are with you.  Though it will be
hard to get through the passing days, please take strength in knowing that Rob is still with
you.  In your times of need God will send him to you in spirit.  You will hear his heart beat
when you are at your lowest, and feel comfort knowing you will see him again in heaven.
     God bless and keep you and yours always!
      May his light of hope shine in you time of need!
Jennifer N

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I am so sorry to hear about Robs passing, I know how hard it is I lost my
Mom and my bestfriend 2 years ago on thanksgiving I am still struggling to
go forward but with the help from the Lord Rob will always be with you, We
love you here in Wyoming so please grab some strenth and continue. You are a
strong lady and Rob would want you to continue being happy in everything you
do. Dee

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Dear Patsy, I am sooo sorry to hear of your loss, From all the ups and
downs, thought everything was good.  I hope we don't lose your letter, but
will understand, you are in my prayers and thoughts.  God bless you and give
you the strength to get thru this.
~ Denise M

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Patsy, words seem inappropriate right now, but God bless and keep you and
yours..I am so sorry for your loss
W T Schmitz

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Dear Dear Patsy,

   This is the first time you've heard from me, I've been a reader of yours for about 3 years now.  My heart bled for you when I read your letter about Rob this morning.  What is so incredible, if I might use that word through this with you, is that while reading your news I was also listening to my headphones and what should be playing but "The Old Rugged Cross".  All I could think about was how incredicble the news may sound to you.

    Right now I'm hearing "Shine Jesus Shine" and Patsy, He does, He is, and He always will, only now he has another child to Shine with him, your Rob.

    My husband too, has a problem with blockages popping up about every 6 months in his heart, and he too could "just go" at any time.  I will keep you forever in my prayers and if you need to talk, I will be here.  Thank you for being such a special, wonderful person, far away, but still in my life.

All my love,
Cheryl  Shelby, MI

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I'm so sorry for your loss. Rob is now with Jesus and the great kingdom in
Heaven.  My heart is with you today.
Donald

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I wanted you to know that you are in my prayers and i am thinking
of you during this time.  I can imagine what you are feeling.  You
sound like a very strong woman and i admire you.  Please take care
of yourself and know that people love you. 
Elisa V. from Silver Spring Md.

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Hi, Patsy, and family....so sorry to hear of Rob's passing.  It was god's will, as he did suffer at times,
and did not want him to feel any more pain.....I pray that you will rely on God's strength, and on
Rob's undying love for you, to continue on with life, as it is what they would want for you to do......
Take care, and God bless you.........Mary M

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Lifting you up in prayer sweet friend.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss Patsy. I can imagine how you would feel.
My husband is also a Robb and hearing of your beloved passing just brought tears to my eyes.
I can understand that even though we know once our loved ones go home to Jesus they are in a
much, much better place we still miss them terribly and being without them can be hard!!
Just keep your eyes focused on the Lord...He has a master plan for your life and there are reasons
you are still here and Rob has gone home. He will give you peace and comfort you to get you through this.
My prayers are with you sweet wonderful Patsy!
Love and hugs~Heather

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Dear Patsy....I live in the UK, but always look forward to sunday when i get your page.
My thoughts are with you and your family. Love Margo

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Dear Patsy:
I am so sorry to hear of Rob's Passing.  My prayers will continue for
you and your family.  Please know that Our Father is with you as he
welcomes Rob home.
Michele W

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Patsy, so sad to hear the news. I know what you are going through, having to face the same situation going on 14 yrs for me. You will continue to be my prayers that the Lord will continue to give you strength and guidance through His love, along with friends and family to comfort you through this time. If ever you have a need to (or energy/time) to get things off your mind, feel free to drop me a line. I know right now, everything is a blurr and you just don't feel like doing anything. This is only natural and it's part of the healing process that your mind/body needs to go through. Take all the time needed to sort things out, your readers will understand the reason for not continuing with your newsletters.
Again, my condolences and may the Lord continue to strengthen you and your family through these times.
God Bless, Mary Lee

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Dearest Patsy,
    I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I am keeping you in my thoughts
and prayers. HUGS  Michelle

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I have just received you letter. I am so sorry for all the grief
you are suffering. I know exactly how you feel when you say you
too wish you could be in the presence of the Lord. Please remember
we are here for you. I put you and yours on my groups prayer requests.
Love and hugs....Jo...God bless

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I pray that God sends you the comfort you need.  You will see Rob again.
He'll be saving you a seat in Heaven.  Tammy B

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Keep faith, you will get through this.  Remeber all of the happy times together!!!!!
Cyndi C

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I read your messages each day and was so sorry to hear about your loss.
You know you will go on doing the good things you do for all the folks
who love you. Being a Senior Senior citizen I know what it is to lose a
loved one. I too went on and tried to do my volunteer work right along/
I send sincere feelings to you and know that you will manage as Rob
would want you to.   With caring thoughts, I am Cecelia

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I am so sorry for your loss at this time.
JoAnn

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My heartfelt condolences for your loss.  I know there are no words
that will take away your pain but the fact that you know he is safe
in God's hands should help to ease the pain over time.  I will continue
to keep you and your family in my prayers and hope that the New
Year brings you some form of comfort and happiness.  Take care of yourself.
Jacqueline

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Patsy,
I don't know what to say except i'm so sorry i know you are overwhelmed with saddness
and i'm so sorry for your loss please accept my deepest condolences
and you will be in my prayers.But when things like this happen to
our loved ones ,just remember they are in a better place.They will
always be with us in our hearts and their memories will live on with us
it provides some comfort knowing that they are up in heaven watching
over us and they will be there to welcome us when we get there.
well all my love and prayers go out to you and your family,Patsy.
sincerely Jeannie L. R.

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Patsy im so sorry for your loss and will keep you and family in my thoughts and prayers!
Brenda L

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My heart goes out to you.  I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I
lost my parents in a housse fire one month ago so I am well aware of the
pain you are going through.  Nela

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Patsy,
just wanted to express my deepest and heartfelt sympathy. God loves you ands im sure that your husband is in great hands! God be with you and your family.
Beverly H
member of HHOF and Haven of Fun

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I'm so sorry to hear this news. You hang in there and I will keep you in my prayers. 
Lots of hope and prayers , Michelle J

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God Blessings on you as you travel this most difficult path.
Remember Our Loving Savior will carry you through this.
Loretta P, Ohio

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Our deepest condolescences from the Rueda family.
This is a sad, but yet joyous occasion. He will celebrating
the NEW YEAR in with you.........can't you just see him and
the angels rejoicing?
AGAIN, WE CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR YOU.
----------------the Rueda Family-----------
For all your email partners, please send a photo of you and Rob
that we may know what he looked like on this earth.

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Dear Patsy,
     I was so shocked when I read your e-mail today. Rob was a superb man
and we're going to miss him so much. I was crying so hard that I could
hardly read the letter. He's in God's warm embrace, and very safe, and happy
now. He's free from pain, and his legs are whole again. Patsy, please know
that we'll pray for you and the family. Rob's always going to be with you.
Always. All the sites that I go to have put out letters dealing with Rob,
and what a wonderful man he was. It's affected us all. Be strong and know
that we love and wish you well. God bless you all !!!
Sincerely,  Sherry L

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My condonlensces and my prayers go out to you.
John M

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Patsy,
May God hold you close in his arms and help you through this time.
God Bless. Beverly
A reader in Vermont, USA

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Patsy,
  I am so sorry to hear about the death of your beloved husband.  I don't
know you but Carmen of HHOF placed a letter that you had written in a
special newsletter that she had sent out, it brought tears to my eyes to
read it.  Life is so short, you just never know what can happen at any time.
You are in my prayers, may you find comfort in knowing your beloved was
called home to be with the Lord. Take care, I know it doesn't feel like it
right now but in time the pain you feel will lessen and everything will be
alright.  Debra T

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I have been a follower of Robs health ever since he was sick this summer.  I cried with you and prayed with you.  I am so very sorry for your loss.  I know that theses simple words can not make up for your loss but I am thinking about you.  Take care of your self and continue to live life to it's fullest as Rob did.  You will miss him I know but, he is watching and waiting for you when it is your time to go home.  Until then, keep your faith and love God and carry your memories of Rob.  He is always in your heart.  Love in Christ  Sharon E  Du Quoin Il

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Patsy,
I am so very sorry for your loss.  You and your family will be in my
prayers.  Find peace in all your wonderful memories.
God Bless
Love  Melissa

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Dear Patsy.......
  I am so sorry for your loss.  I know from experience that all the
words, hugs, and kisses in the world will not erase your own personal
pain, but in time your heart will be comforted by thoughts of all the
people that love you and Rob.
  I know you will probably not even receive this letter, but I had to
write and say thank you because without you and Rob, I would not be
alive today.  I was seriously contemplating suicide when by some miracle
I received one of your Inspirational newsletters.  I was saved by the
words of comfort within and the realization that I'm not alone after
all.  I will be forever grateful to you and Rob.  He served an amazing
purpose on this Earth and you are the one lucky person who can say "He
loved me best of all, and I him"  Be strong and come back soon.
Although you are hurting, there are people that need you. 
Love, Connie

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Patsy, my heart and prayers go out to you, i am so very sorry, i will be
thinking of you, may God walk with you and keep you comforted. a friend,
Julie M

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Thought's and prayers be with you in this very hard time. Always remember:
The LORD is your strength, lean on him, he is there to help you though.
I found this poem the other day that a friend sent me a long time ago and I saved it,
I would like to share it with you. GOD Bless today and always, Tam
 
 The Blessing Of Thorns
 =======================
Sandra felt as low as the heels of her shoes as she pushed against a
November gust and the florist shop door. Her life had been easy, like a
spring breeze. Then in the fourth month of her second pregnancy, a minor
automobile accident stole her ease.

During this Thanksgiving week she would have delivered a son. She grieved
over her loss. As if that weren't enough, her husband's company threatened
a transfer. Then her sister, whose annual holiday visit she coveted,
called saying she could not come.

What's worse, Sandra's friend infuriated her by suggesting her grief was a
God-given path to maturity that would allow her to empathize with others
who suffer. "She has no idea what I'm feeling," thought Sandra with a shudder.

"Thanksgiving? Thankful for what?" she wondered aloud. For a careless
driver whose truck was hardly scratched when he rear-ended her? For an
airbag that saved her life but took that of her child?

"Good afternoon, can I help you?"

The shop clerk's approach startled her.

"I....I need an arrangement, "stammered Sandra. "For Thanksgiving?

Do you want beautiful but ordinary, or would you like to challenge the day
with a customer favorite I call the Thanksgiving Special?" asked the shop clerk.

"I'm convinced that flowers tell stories," she continued.

"Are you looking for something that conveys 'gratitude' this Thanksgiving?

"Not exactly!" Sandra blurted out. "In the last five months, everything
that could go wrong has gone wrong. " Sandra regretted her outburst, and
was surprised when the shop clerk said, "I have the perfect arrangement for you."

Then the door's small bell rang, and the shop clerk said, "Hi Barbara...let
me get your order." She politely excused herself and walked toward a small
workroom, then quickly reappeared, carrying an arrangement of greenery,
bows, and long-stemmed thorny roses.

Except the ends of the rose stems were neatly snipped...there were no flowers.

"Want this in a box?" asked the clerk.

Sandra watched for the customer's response. Was this a joke? Who would
want rose stems with no flowers!?! She waited for laughter, but neither woman
laughed. "Yes, please," Barbara replied with an appreciative smile.

You'd think after three years of getting the special, I wouldn't be so
moved by its significance, but I can feel it right here, all over again,"
she said as she gently tapped her chest.

"Uhh," stammered Sandra, "that lady just left with, uhh... she just left with no flowers!"

"Right...I cut off the flowers. That's the Special... I call it the Thanksgiving Thorns Bouquet.

"Oh, come on, you can't tell me someone is willing to pay for that?" exclaimed Sandra.

"Barbara came into the shop three years ago feeling very much like you feel
today," explained the clerk. "She thought she had very little to be  thankful for.
She had lost her father to cancer, the family business was failing, her son was
 into drugs, and she was facing major surgery."

"That same year I had lost my husband, "continued the clerk," and for the
 first time in my life, I had to spend the holidays alone. I had no children,
no husband, no family nearby, and too great a debt to allow any travel.

"So what did you do?" asked Sandra. "I learned to be thankful for thorns,"
answered the clerk quietly. "I've always thanked God for good things in life
and never thought to ask Him why those good things happened to me, but
when bad stuff hit, did I ever ask! It took time for me to learn that dark times
are important.

I always enjoyed the 'flowers' of life, but it took thorns to show me the beauty
of God's comfort. You know, the Bible says that God comforts us when
we're afflicted, and from His consolation we learn to comfort others.

"Sandra sucked in her breath as she thought about the very thing her friend
had tried to tell her. "I guess the truth is I don't want comfort.

 I've lost a baby and I'm angry with God."

Just then someone else walked in the shop.

"Hey, Phil!" shouted the clerk to the balding, rotund man.

"My wife sent me in to get our usual Thanksgiving arrangement ....twelve
thorny, long-stemmed stems!" laughed Phil as the clerk handed him a
tissue-wrapped arrangement from the refrigerator.

"Those are for your wife?" asked Sandra incredulously. "Do you mind me
asking why she wants something that looks like that?

"No...I'm glad you asked," Phil replied. "Four years ago my wife and I
nearly divorced. After forty years, we were in a real mess, but with the
Lord's grace and guidance, we slogged through problem after problem.

He rescued our marriage. Jenny here (the clerk) told me she kept a vase of
rose stems to remind her of what she learned from "thorny" times, and that
was good enough for me. I took home some of those stems. My wife and I
decided to label each one for a specific "problem" and give thanks to Him
for what that problem taught us."

As Phil paid the clerk, he said to Sandra, "I highly recommend the Special!"

"I don't know if I can be thankful for the thorns in my life." Sandra said
to the clerk. "It's all too... fresh."

"Well," the clerk replied carefully, "my experience has shown me that thorns
make roses more precious. We treasure God's providential care more during
trouble than at any other time.

Remember, it was a crown of thorns that Jesus wore so we might know His
love. Don't resent the thorns."

Tears rolled down Sandra's cheeks. For the first time since the accident,
she loosened her grip on resentment. "I'll take those twelve long-stemmed
thorns, please," she managed to choke out.

"I hoped you would," said the clerk gently. "I'll have them ready in a minute."

"Thank you. What do I owe you?" asked Sandra.

"Nothing." said the clerk.

"Nothing but a promise to allow God to heal your heart. The first year's
arrangement is always on me. "The clerk smiled and handed a card to Sandra.

"I'll attach this card to your arrangement, but maybe you'd like to read it first."

It read:

"Dear God, I have never thanked you for my thorns. I have thanked you a
thousand times for my roses, but never once for my thorns. Teach me the
glory of the cross I bear; teach me the value of my thorns. Show me that I
have climbed closer to you along the path of pain.

Show me that, through my tears, the colors of your rainbow look much more brilliant."
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Patsy,
 I'm so sorry to hear about your loss, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Could I have an address to send you a card or something? Again you have my deepest sympathy.
Tammy S

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My Deepest Sympathy - Along With All Of Us At "Let's Cook";
You Are In Mine & Our Thoughts And Prayers.
If You Need Anything; Please Let Us Know; We Are Here For You.
Sincerely,   Ann  (Ann's World 2)
http://pub29.ezboard.com/bletscook65084

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God be with you Patsy.  Remember God never gives you more than you can bear.
  Time heals all.  Love from a woman who knows your grief.
Cindy U

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My sincere condolences.  It is hard to loose someone one loves so very much. 
I lost my son last year to a terrible accident.  He was 40 and left 3 small children. 
I am retiring on 2 Janaury and hope I can spend more time with his children as they need us. 
My son was a very loving son and if there is one thing on this earth that I know for sure other
than God's great love was that he loved me very much.  I will keep you in my prayers daily. 
Please pray for me as well.
Love & Prayers
Margaret

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Patsy, I am really sorry to hear about Rob; what a very sad way to end
2003.  I know you really miss him just as much as I miss my dear, sweet
mother.  At least now he isn't suffering and is in Heaven as one of
God's Chosen.  I sure wish I were with you right now as I feel like
hugging you in my arms and crying on your shoulder.  I will say a
special prayer for you today, hon.  May God continue to richly bless and
comfort you at this time of sorrow.  Peace, love & hugs, Pamela J.

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I was so sorry to read this.  I hope you have people around you who can help
you through this time. All my prayers to you and yours.
Terry M

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Dearest Patsy,
You are so brave.  I can't imagine the pain you must be feeling.  You don't
hardly know me, but my prayers and love are with you and if it helps you to
remember the Lord Jesus is holding Rob and he is in Glory now.  You know
that.  Here is a poem for you.

"Until We Meet Again"

The Lord has got a special man with Him today,
Rob sadly had to go away, But,
He is not lost and you will see his smiling face again,
When Lord Jesus comes to wash away the pain.

Children grieving, families still,
Precious memories
Precious times
Walking
Praying
Whilst the sun shines.

Talking and laughing
Crying will pass
As time comes to heal the pain
Until you see Rob again.

Love and God Bless,
Melissa
xxx

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May precious memories comfort you,
and may hope guide your way to a brighter tomorrow.
Am sorry for your loss. God Bless!
Dawn K

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Patsy, you are in our thoughts and prayers. God be with you at this time and always.
God bless you and keep you. melissa

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Patsy,
I only know you and Rob through the internet,but I will surely miss his
recipes and all the cute stories he told on his website. I feel for you my
dear and all my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
I am so so sorry
Gail G

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Patsy...
  So sorry to hear about Rob.  I know that he will be happy watching
down on you.  Judt remember that even though he is not here on earth,
he is not very far and he CAN hear you when you need him.  I believe
this.  Remember you have alot of friends out here and we will be
praying for you.  The good LORD will give you peace and comfort
in these times.  Just ask....   Keep in touch and know that we
are always here to listen to you.....
Praying for your peace...Nancy

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Dear Patsy and family.
        I have never witten to you before but I have followed your
e-mail for a while. I want to let you know how saddened I am by your
news. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, prayers, and blessings,  Ruth

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Dear Lord, I too am sadden by this news. I prayed for Rob and now
he is with the lord indeed. May God bless you and keep you safe
in his hands in your time of need and for ever more. I will continue
to pray for you, KNOW THAT YOU ARE LOVED.
God Bless you Patsy. Angela B

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Dearest Patsy,
We are so sorry to hear about Rob, but he is WHOLE again now. Remember, there is NO pain or sickness or even sorrow in Heaven. Please take comfort in that, Rob is HAPPY with Jesus...and you will join him someday...NOT YET THOUGH!!
We are keeping you in our prayers, dear Patsy...
Love, your friends in Janesville Wisconsin (USA)
Sue R and my six kids..

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Hi Patsy,
My heart goes out to you.  i lost my Mom in April, my e-husband in July and
finally my Day in December - all of this year.  I know how you feel, but
rest assured that God will never give you more that you can bear and as you
said - Rob is now "safe in the arms of Jesus".
May God grant you the strength to carry on, as I know Rob would have wanted
you to. My prayers will be with you. Weeping may endure for a night,
BUT JOY COMETH IN THE MORNING!
May God be with you in this your time of sorrow.
Movetta

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I am truly sorry for your loss.  It is what i have always said life is too
short to take for granted.  Spend time with loved ones because tomorrow they
could be gone.  Remeber all the things he did and said and how much he loved
you.  May God bless and keep you until you can be with your friend one day. 
Nancy C

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I am so sorry to here of your loss I will be praying for you may God bless you.
Nadine M

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Hello Patsy,
You have my heartfelt sympathy and are in my prayers...I understand completely the loss,
hurt and anger you are experiencing but don't despair, God will help you through this turbulent period.
You and your family are in the thoughts and prayers of you cyber family, take one step at a time
and do what YOU are comfortable with.
ERD

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My sincerest condolences on the loss of your wonderful husband.  God promised that He would be with us through everything we encounter and I know He's grieving with you and will be your support through this time.  I too have a wonderful husband and though I can't fully feel your pain at this time, I do have an understanding of it.  Let me reassure you that you have done all the rights things, loved and appreciated him while he was with you, and were with him as he passed. My prayers are with you.
Candy J
Candysuebears

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I am so sorry Patsy, I know this is terribly hard for you.  I will keep you in my prayers.  Denise

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So sorry to hear the news.  I keep you in my prayers.
Meredith M

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