I thought I had better put up a little post. Yesterday morning I got a call from the nursing home that I needed to get in there fast. They thought my Momma was soon to be entering the gates of Heaven. Long story short it did not happen until 7:14 last night. Almost all of her family was by her side. I was very very thankful for the Lord detail in that. I kept ladies posted on my fb, but those of you who follow I wanted to let you know. This morning I have a meeting to get her burial in place. Please pray for me, if you wouldn't mind. It will be probably my hardest time in my life walking this out. Momma's are pretty special! The fact that she is not there physically now will be something I will have to get used to. Even though she couldn't talk with me.......her eyes always let me know I was hers. Even yesterday morning when I got there and we saw each other. She let me know. Wonderful memory! Can't imagine my life without her, but I will learn like so many of you have had to learn. Thankful she knew Jesus as her personal SAVIOR! Makes life tolerable!
Heart you ladies, very much!
Hugs to your day!
Linda
Dear Linda, may your heart be blessed with the light of knowing your precious Mother is looking into the eyes of the One who has loved her from before the world began...and as this day goes forward may HIs precious grace and strength be ever present with you.
ReplyDeleteHello Peg, it is a comfort knowing that. I am so delighted she is rejoicing and enjoying her reunion with others in our family who have gone before her. Plus getting to see the two babies she lost when she was young. That took a toll on her life. They were full term. That is a sweet thing, as a Momma it must be so precious for her. Thank you so for your kindness! Hugs, me
DeleteI am so very sorry, Linda. May God be with you and your family during this time. May He guide you to make good decisions. Praying for you and your family.
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Thank you Susannah, how sweet of you. I so needed the guidance yesterday making funeral arrangements. The Lord was faithful. It is so expensive to bury someone. Please pray for us that He would meet our needs in that matter. He has never failed in taking care of myself and my family.......I am His....precious gift! Hugs, me
DeleteSo very sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteHello sweet Parsley, thank you so much. So sweet of you! I am sorry on the mug rugs. Life.....working outside the HOME changes your freedom. Smile! Hugs to you, me
DeletePrecious Linda, please know that you and your family are in my heart and prayers.
ReplyDeleteRegina
You are also precious Regina! Thank you......it is a comfort for sure that we are being prayed for. I am experiencing a peace that passes all understanding for sure!!!!! It isn't that I don't hurt and miss her....it is that I am having a eternal perspective in my thinking. I truly think God has answered all you precious ladies prayers. Amazing love I am experiencing. Hugs, me
DeleteDear Sweet Linda,
ReplyDeleteYou and yours are getting prayer from across this Nation...bless your heart and bless you as you go through this day and the days ahead. May the Light of Jesus guide you every step of the way as you lean on Him. I ask Jesus to comfort you with sweet memories. I ask Him to give you strength. I ask Him to give you rest.
Lovingly,
Beth
Hello Beth, that is amazing. I have some memories that we have been talking about with my sis these last few days. My sweet man also found a pic of my Momma, my sis, myself and brother. It was nice to think of the times she gave us as children... when we were growing up. He is leading the way.....thank you for the prayers.....I even feel the supernatural strength and last night for the first time I slept all night long. You were used! Hugs, me
DeleteDear Linda,
ReplyDeleteSo sorry about the loss of your mom, but so thankful that she is in heaven with her Lord!
Blessings!
~Nadine
Hi Nadine....love seeing your little profile pic! Sweetness over the years. Thank you......I am with you on that she is in Heaven. I led her to the Lord years ago and it is a memory etched in my mind. It is a blessings. Hugs to you, me
DeleteHeaven is the most wonderful place we'll ever go! I just wish it wasn't always so tough to be separated from our loved ones until God calls us to Heaven too. My prayers are with you Linda.
ReplyDeleteAMEN on a wonderful place. I have been daydreaming of all that she must be seeing. I am with you on the tough part and separation. That will be hard, but I am so grateful the Lord let me be HOME to do my sorrow. What a day that will be! Hugs, me
DeleteLinda,
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss. I lost my Mother last year and it seems like yesterday. I will be praying for you.
Denise
So sorry Denise.......I always dreaded her leaving me here, but I am so thankful she is with the Lord. I am so sorry also for your loss. You know exactly what I am feeling I am sure. Thank you for your comment. It means so much to know there are those who understand. Hugs, me
DeleteOh, Linda, I'm SO sorry! I have missed my mother too, since 1999. It's a blessing that you know where she is and that you have tons of great memories! God will provide comfort for you and your family!
ReplyDeleteSorry Janet, that has been some time for you. Precious on the memories! He has been giving me comfort and He has used all you PFFgirl ladies in a way you will never know. What a sweet gift He has given me. Hugs, me
DeleteOh Linda, I am so sorry for your loss of your precious mama. I will pray for you to feel the strong, comforting arms of the Lord to carry you through. I have lost mine too and life has not been the same but it just couldn't be. Heaven has a new angel.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry Jeannie. I am praying for those of you precious ladies who are sharing that you have lost your Momma's also. Hard thing I am seeing. You are so sweet to give me a picture of the Lord carrying me. Thank you, me
DeleteSo sorry to hear of your mother's passing, but how special that everyone was there at her side.
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Hi Nancy, were were all so thankful she didn't have to be alone. God is good! Thank you for your comment.......it blessed me! Hugs, me
DeleteI am so sorry for your loss, Linda, but so happy for your momma that she is now with her Lord and free from all illness and confusion. I remember what my 17-year-old daughter said through her tears when her best friend was killed: "It would be selfish to wish her back." And I am sure you feel the same.
ReplyDeleteGod is so good. He will uphold you and walk through this with you. He will never leave or forsake you. I'm sure as you walk this journey that you will sense the prayers of your friends upholding you.
In His Love,
Mrs.T
Hi Mrs. T. I so agree with what you have shared. He is good and I am so grateful for all the kindness and prayers that have been lifted on our behalf. Even my girls who are still at home are experiencing it. I am asking the LORD's to bless you all! He will! Hugs, me
DeleteSending hugs and prayers your way.
ReplyDeleteHello Mrs. Doug.........thank you so much. I am feeling the hug! You are so sweet! Hugs, me
DeleteI know that the fact that she is in glory now is a great comfort to you, Linda. But it is never easy to lose a mama. I still miss mine after 9 years, and Mother always said that she missed my grandmother, who had died 30 years earlier. But God is so gracious to give us joy in the midst of sorrow. What a blessed Father we have! You are in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteYou know me well Gloria! I am so thankful she is in Heaven. It be horrible if I didn't know that for a fact. God is good and He has been giving my family joy in the midst of the hurt. Thank you sweet friend for praying! Hugs, me
DeleteI haven't had to go through this situation yet but I did lose my dad a few years ago, so I empathize with your sadness. I'm so glad you have the joy of knowing your mom is with Jesus! Just think of the joy she's having--it puts our Christmas happiness in the pale. I will be keeping you in prayer.
ReplyDeleteHi V, I am sorry, I also lost my Dad about 20 years ago. It is a gift to know Momma is with the Lord. I so agree with you. I said that she got the best CHRISTmas gift EVER! THank you for praying! I appreciate it so much! Hugs, me
DeleteMay our loving Jesus hold you very close today, Linda!
ReplyDeleteMay He soothe the pain of this temporary separation from your beloved mother.
Praise the Lord for her salvation and her glorious reward!
Such a time of mixed emotions for you..I know.
God bless you and all your dear family.
Love..Trish xx
Hello Trish, thank you. so for your comment. The mixed emotions I understand.....smile! Hugs to you, me
DeletePraying for you today, sweet Linda!
ReplyDeleteSweet Terri, thank you for writing. You are so sweet to think of me in your own time of loss. I think of you often. One day I want to meet your precious son......you can meet my precious Momma! Hugs to you this CHRISTmas! Love you, Linda
DeleteSending up prayers for you and your family.Big Hugs!~Amy
ReplyDeleteOh Linda, I am so so sorry for your loss, it was wonderful that you were all able to be there to lift her up to the Father! Such a blessing that she is with Jesus! You and your family are in my prayers. So wonderful that you were close enough to visit her often.
ReplyDeleteHugs, prayers and blessings to you.
Carol J
Thinking of you during this time. May our loving Father wrap you in His arms and grant you peace. I'm sure there's a happy homecoming in heaven right now.♥♫
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteYou will be in my heart, thoughts, and prayers.
Warm hugs..
K.
I am so sorry for your loss. Knowing that we Christians will have eternal life, helped me to cope with my Mother's death. We WILL see them again in Heaven and what a glorious day that will be ! I can not hardly wait ! I am praying for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteTodd
May God's blessings help you through this time. Your mother now soars with the Angels. How glorious is that? I am sending my prayers your way
ReplyDeleteGOD Bless you in your time of sorrow. HE is ever present in time of need.
ReplyDeletePlease know my prayers are with you! My mama was called home to Jesus this year, too, and I have been in your shoes. God is good, and will get you thru this. Many blessings to you!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry Linda! Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers!Blessings,Jen
ReplyDeleteOh, Linda ~ sending hugs to you. Mamas are so special. I'm praying for you now.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Sharon
Been thinking about you all day. We love you and we are praying for you all.
ReplyDelete<3 Susan Montgomery
Hi Linda,
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your Mom. We will be praying for you. My Mom couldn't talk her last couple of years but I knew she still knew me by her eyes. We have the hope of seeing our moms in heaven some day. Thank you, Jesus, for coming to earth as a baby and then dying on the cross for our sins. May God bless you and your family.
I'm all choked up, LInda... remembering my mother's own passing and the look in her eyes earlier on the night she went to be with the Lord. I'll never forget it. Ever.
ReplyDeletePraying that all those sweet memories bring you much comfort along with the knowledge that our Lord and Savior has her safely in His arms and that she'll be spending Christmas with HIM!!! And praying that all the details of the service to honor her life goes smoothly.
Blessings and peace,
Amy
My sincere condolences to you Linda, and to your husband,children and grandchildren.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you all.
My condolences to you, Linda. At the same time, joy to your mother who went home to her Saviour where she will never suffer again! May the Lord give you strength as you make the arrangements and go through the steps of missing your Mom.
ReplyDeleteLinda, So sorry on the loss of your mother. Mine has been gone for over ten years and I still find my hand on the phone to call her. </3. But rejoice in the fact that she is now enjoying a family reunion in Heaven.
ReplyDeleteDearest Linda,
ReplyDeleteYou are in my prayers and I know God will take you by the hand as you walk this day out. He loves you and has already welcomed your precious Momma with His arms wide open.
Blessings and loving thoughts,
Carolynn xoxo
Dearest Linda~~~My heart goes out to you & your family on the loss of your mom. Without the Lord there would be no comfort. My mom has been gone for two years now & it's very hard at times~~~but I know how much she is enjoying her home in heaven! Your mom is too! I'm hugging you across the miles & sending my love.
ReplyDeleteXOXO, Linda Petersen
May God bring you His Shalom peace.
ReplyDeleteI'll pray for you.
Laura
Linda, I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. You and your family are in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteLinda I am so sorry for this situation at the holidays! But the Lord always has a plan for us. I am praying for you and yours. I know this is a difficult situation but please keep Nick in your prayers as well. It is a do or die situation for him and we are giving it to the Lord. Please pray. Blessings and may peace surround all of you today. Love, Anne
ReplyDeleteLinda, I am so very sorry but so thankful that you can celebrate your mother's life knowing that she is in our Lord's presence right now. Yes, mommas are very special. Mine went home at a young age, 25 years ago. There are many days that I miss her terribly. Praying for God's comfort for you and your family especially now during the holiday season.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear of your loss. My mother died seven years ago and the feelings of grief still come back at times. I think they always will, because as you so wonderfully put it, Mamas are special. Like you, I know mine is spending Christmas with the Lord and that does help. I know that this is an especially difficult time of year to adjust and I will be praying for you.
ReplyDeletePrayers for you. This is a hard path to walk and certainly takes time. Take care of yourself!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry, dear sweet Linda.
ReplyDeleteDear heavenly Father, Thank You that Linda's momma is now with You for eternity, and while Linda continues to walk the journey Home to meet up with her again....please, envelope her with Your presence, power and provision ~ especially for these next days and weeks ahead.
Praise You and thank You that You are her constant companion and ever-present Help, and Your love is an ever-flowing fountain of grace, mercy, goodness, strength, and compassion. May she drink from it abundantly, especially when deep thirst arises. In Jesus' matchless name I pray. Amen and amen.
Linda,
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry about your Mom's passing, and the loss and grief you are going through right now. Praying the Lord holds you close in his loving arms, giving you his comfort and grace.
It's almost 2 years since my mother died...we miss her so! But we wouldn't want it otherwise.
Love you,
Susanna Y.
Linda your momma is lovingly held int he arms of Jesus today. Having lost my mom eleven years ago November 16th I know the pain and sorrow you have in your heart. But the never tiring arms of Jesus Himself are filled with the Stubbs phamily as He walks you through this difficult time. Peace to you and yours, Anne
ReplyDeleteOh Linda, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I know the grief you are feeling. My mother went to be with our Lord in the spring of 2006 and my dad just before Christmas in 2010. But we do not grieve as those who have no hope. Our hope is in the Lord who made Heaven and Earth! Many blessings on you and your family, especially during the upcoming days without your mom here in the flesh. With love.
ReplyDeleteDear Linda ~ I am sorry to read of the loss of your Momma. How difficult these things are. But, you are right...it's so precious to know that she is with the LORD! I will be praying for you as you walk this path of sorrow.
ReplyDeleteWith Love,
Camille
So sorry, you are in my prayers....
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