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Today, the human shell of my Granmother was laid to rest. I will miss her dearly. I remember all of the wonderful times I had with her and will think of her often. I would stay at her house in Madray Springs every chance I got and spent a lot of time with her during the summers. She was a great cook and I always longed to eat her roast. She had the sweetest spirit about her. I NEVER heard her say a cuss word. I never heard her talk bad about anyone, even when she had the right to. Though she was not a strong witness about Jesus with her mouth, the life she lived shouted it from the rooftops! She lived it and walked it every day. I have shed many tears since she passed Monday because I knew I would not see her again this side of heaven. It will not be long before I see her again. As James says, "What is life? It is even vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away". I can relate to that. I will turn 40 in a month and I cannot believe I have lived 40 years. I still think I'm 25. I did not shed a tear today. I was happy because I knew where my Granmda was! She is rejoicing in heaven. She has seen the Savior's face and is walking the streets of gold. How can I cry about that? It is because of my faith and trust in God that I am able to do that. I KNOW I will see her gain. I know in whom I have believed! That is why we need to be about the Father's business. It is not His will that any should perish. We should make it our purpose to reach out to a lost and sinful world and show them their need for a savior. I want to thank everyone for their prayers, chicken pot pie and cake as well! I am truly blessed by your thoughfulness, friendship and prayers! You are my family and I love you all. It is because of the love of Jesus that I will overcome this loss: 4:7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. |
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| July 09, 2009 |
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God bless you. Christ lives in you. |
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| July 09, 2009 |
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| Scottie, looking at your Grandmother last night, made me think about my Mother. They both were so pretty & looked so peaceful. The way I am able to go on without my Mom, that lived almost 94 years, is to think of where she is in Heaven, rejoicing with Jesus, & without pain & suffering. You sound as though you stayed with your Grandmother like I did when I was growing up. My Dad & Mom farmed until I was in the 5th grade, & I always had to come to Jesup & stay with my Granny Hires. My Granddaddy Hires passed away when I was in the 2nd grade & boy did I miss him. We have to live with the precious memories we have of all of them. I love you & your family very much & been praying for you all. God Bless & Keep You. |
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| July 09, 2009 |
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Well said honey. Growing up in the situations you did, I'm so proud of who you are today. Today I was thinking about how "strained" your family's relationship is and how so different you are from ure dad. You are the most humble person I know. When Bro. Dempsey was giving the eulogy today, talking about Grandma, I realized how much you are like her. Very laid back, not much to say, gets along with everyone, humble, not a mean bone in your body. She was very proud of you and the man you became. Jesus radiated from her as it does you. I only wish I could cook that roast for you but I wouldn't do it justice. I love you |
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| July 09, 2009 |
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I'm so glad I had the privilege of reading about your grandmother :-) Praise God! |
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| July 10, 2009 |
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Scotty - I am so sorry about your loss. Just keep your thoughts (as you said) on where she is now. She is praising God. She is without pain or sorrow.
My Grandma Spell's birthday was on 7/8 and she died when Spell was 3 weeks old. I miss her so. She, too, was a wonderful cook. I can hear her whistling now in my mind.
I am praying for you Scotty. Sonya described you just like I see you. You have always been an inspiration to me.
Wendy |
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| July 10, 2009 |
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Scotty, I have been without a grandparent now since highschool. How I miss the moments shared with them and how they enriched my life. You were truly blessed to have your grandmother for so many years. It is really amazing when you realize God's providential care for us. I was/am blessed with godly parents , my grandparents good influences were just "gravy". Isn't it wonderful how God allowed your grandmother to be part of your life until you became spiritually grounded. God will not leave us unattended but always places key people in our lives to encourage and uplift us until we are able to stand on our own two feet. God bless. |
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| July 10, 2009 |
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Scotty, reading this reminded me of my mom. A feww days before she went home I remember sitting beside her bed and just looking at her. All of a sudden, I thought about how soon she would be "busting" out of that old shell and grab the hands of Jesus. Wow. Even thinking about it now excites me!!!!! The I thought about the butterflies. I miss my mom too, but "Soon and very soon, We are going to see the King" WOOOHOOO!!!!!!!!! |
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