The Bustle in a House
The Bustle in a House
The Morning after Death
Is solemnest of industries
Enacted upon Earth –
The Sweeping up the Heart
And putting Love away
We shall not want to use again
Until Eternity –
This was not the post I was expecting to write this week, but then life never goes quite like you plan. My mom passed away last Tuesday. She was in her 90s and getting weaker and more frail these past few months, so we knew she wouldn't be around much longer, but it was still a shock to come home from work on Tuesday and find her gone. Such a wrenching loss. But even in death there are still things to be glad and grateful for. I'm glad her death was peaceful and painless...to die in her sleep was what she wanted. And she's with my dad, who passed away seven years ago, once more. And that also makes me glad.
My mom always viewed death as a kind of graduation...a returning home to our Father in Heaven after finishing this test of life. And I am very grateful for the knowledge and belief I have that there is life after death. That our loved ones are not lost to us forever. That families can be together for all eternity. And that I will see my mom and dad again someday. Though that doesn't keep me from missing them now, or stop the tears from coming. It's hard, but I know it will be okay. And if I'm not around much these next few weeks, you know the reason why.
Oh Lark, I'm so sorry for your heart-breaking loss. Although we know it might be coming, nothing ever properly prepares us. My thoughts are with you and your family, and I hope it's comfort to know that your mom and dad are now together again.
ReplyDeleteDeath is always such a wrenching separation. It's been a struggle, but the thought of my mom and dad together again does help. Thank you for your kind concern.
DeleteLark, I'm so sorry about your Mom's passing. Wish you were near and I could give you a hug. It's a tough season, even when we know it is coming and even when we know that our loved ones are together again and will be waiting for us in the end. Please do take good care of yourself. Know that you are loved and appreciated here. I will pray for peace and comfort for you and your family. 'Eternal JOY' is indeed waiting for us.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kay! I appreciate your love and support. I do wish my mom had waited until after Christmas! ;D Talk about putting a damper on the holiday.
DeleteOh, I'm so sorry to hear this, Lark. I'm thinking of you and your family. Take care.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Helen! I appreciate that.
DeleteI’m so sorry. My deepest condolences.
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Thank you, Regine.
DeleteOh no! I'm so sorry for your loss, Lark! I'll be praying for you! 🙏🏻
ReplyDeletePrayers are always welcome. Thank you, Ashley!
DeleteOh no. I'm so sorry Lark. It is heartbreaking losing a parent and your Mom ... very difficult. Pls know our thoughts are with you. I lost my parents too in 2024 & 2025 ... and it's been really hard. I'm glad she passed peacefully and lived a long life. Take a breather.
ReplyDeleteI keep thinking Mom will know the answer, I'll ask Mom...only she's not here to ask any more. It's so hard. But I'm glad to know she's at peace and with my dad. I just miss her.
DeleteLark, I'm so sorry for you and your family's loss. I know how hard this is and it just really is the worst heartbreak. Just remember to take care of you. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Nadia! I know you know how this feels. Missing a parent and feeling the loss of their presence is so hard, especially this time of year. Thank you for your kind words.
DeleteI am sorry for your loss. Hugs
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteSo sorry to hear about your mom. That's tough. At least she went out well it sounds like. That's a comfort.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad she wasn't sick or in pain and that we didn't have to take her to the hospital. Going in your sleep is a very peaceful way to die, and I am glad she went that way.
DeleteI'm so sorry to hear that. My condolences.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mary!
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