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April 10, 2024
Mom, they say the hurt and since of loss gets easier as the time pass, well NOT.... my heart will forever be broken. I so miss you, more than words can tell.... Please watch over us.. I know you are taking care of all our loved ones that have left this earth... I almost want to say you are lucky you get to see Saralyn, Sherri, Aunt Connie, Donnie, and so many others... give them a hug for me... Miss you so much... send me a sign I need you....
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Well Mom it hasn't gotten any easier after 19 years ..wow ...and believe me I have thought of you a million to infinity times in the last 19 years... I often wonder how our family would have been with you....I try to hold on to our family sometimes so much it hurts ...I can't say things have been eazy we all seem to have found our own ways but I know we all have you in our hearts so that in some way keeps us connected. I know you watch over us and now you have your Sara girl,Moe , Aunt Connie, Donnie and David so I am sure things are interesting where you are ..lol..Please keep watch over all yoir loved ones....We need it.......I love you forever. I attached some pics that shows you all the places you have been with your family..
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May 26, 2013
Well Mom you have Dad with you now! I miss you both very much and will only hope to half the parent you guys were. You sacrificed so much and I am proud to be your daughter. I will mourn you till I join you! R.I.P. Mom&Dad
April 16, 2013
Mom, just been thinking about you... I so miss you and I pray everyday you protect us all..
March 31, 2013
I love you and I would do anything to have you back.
Richard Ed. Fleming Jr.
March 17, 2013
Happy St.Paddy's Day Mom :)
This Drinks For You...... Guid forder!
February 4, 2013
All I want is you Mom! I am all alone in this mean world! You gave me all these brothers and sisters and I all I want is you! I will be seeing you soon...VERY SOON! I ca't deal with life anymore. I just want to be at peace. People that I thought loved me have made life 100 times harder for me! I have no family, no friends, no faith! I'm just tired already!I will be seeing you SOON!
January 31, 2013
Well Mom its been way to long... I so miss you so much.... words cant even begin to explain it... Today one of the most amazing women was born and I am so blessed to call her Mom. Happy Birthday Mom.... You are so missed by everone.. Please keep an extra eye on all of us.. Things arent the same for a lot of us.. keep Jesus with you and watch over us and protect all of us...
September 8, 2012
I would give up EVERYTHING just to have you back
May 27, 2012
I guess im not the only one who needs you more then ever right now, you where so many things to some many people, and helped and touch more people then you will ever realize! I just miss you so much right now, I could really use a sign or something on if what I'm doing is right,..... I love you more then you will ever realize!
April 12, 2012
I just really need you right now!!! Like more then ever please just give me a sign some where..... I love you!!
April 10, 2012
Almost exactly 8 yrs ago I said my last i love you and goodbye to you never could have imagined that next day, easter sunday, you would be takin from us, wish I would have known so I could just hugged you a little tighter, said I love you a little deeper, but I'm just at least glad my dad was running as late as he was!! I'm so glad for that extra time with you!!! My heart still breaks for you and there isn't one day I dont think about you but I know ur watching over me! I feel you around me all the time, just keep Watchin over me please I need you more n more every day!!!
April 24, 2011
Today is Easter. The ninth Easter you've been away. I miss you just as much as the first! I wish you were here...we all do! The family is pretty much distant. We don't even get together for the holidays...I guess the common factor...you...is gone. I miss you Mom. I wish you were here.
April 16, 2011
I have never wrote on this page. I have looked at it many times and by the time I am done my eyes are so teared up I can't and see the damn screen. You know all about what is going on my life...I don't want to trouble you with the details! I just love reading all the GREAT things everyone has to remember about you! I have not adapted to life without you...I know I NEVER will, maybe I'm not meant to. I wish you were here to show me how to be a strong mother and better person. I cant even tell your three grandchildren stories about you, because the minute I hear myself say "My Mom used to" I break into a long silent cry. Even as I sit here and read and type I am sad. I feel so alone in the world...I just dont understand how He could take you away from me. I am in a very dark place in my life and I am ALONE! Maybe it's better this way..I would hate to bother you with all my problems. Please continue to watch over me and pray for me. I love you Mom!
Saralyn Higgins
April 11, 2011
Nana,
I can't believe it's been 7 years today. Still feels like the first. Normally this day would have been a day that I would be sad. Stayed inside and just tried to forget everything. I made a decision that I wouldn't do that anymore. So it's beautiful Scottish weather today. I went to class. Wore shorts. Sunbathed outside and enjoyed life. It's what you would have wanted and it's what you always did.-Enjoyed life. It's still a sad day & I still miss you so much, but you would not have wanted me to put my life on hold anymore. I pray that you are in peace. I miss you more each day. I miss your laugh, your smile. I miss camping. I miss the ridiculous string that was always attached to your glasses because you would always misplace them. I just miss you.
I don't think anything will ever be the same again. It's been 7 years since we've had a summer at the campground. I guess I've just accepted that this is the way things are going to be now.
I'm coming home soon. 51 days and I will be back in America. I don't know how 10 months have just flown by. But this place, these memories, they are what have changed me. I can't help but think about you when I'm in the nature here. It all just reminds me of you. It's hard to explain, but sometimes I just feel your closeness. I kissed the Blarney Stone for you!
Alexia should be coming into this world very soon. The next couple of days! I love being an aunt, and I'm excited for another baby! Billy, Isaiah, and Ana are getting so big. I can't wait to see them when I get home.
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face.
May the rain fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again.
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Watch over me, ok?
I miss you. I love you, always.
Your Sara-girl.
Barbara
April 8, 2011
Well Mom just wanted to stop by ans say hi,. Wow I can't believe its been 7 years since God called you home... I will never forget that awful morning...SO much has happened in all of our lives.. but I know you are with us every moment. I carry you in my heart everyday. I miss you so much please watch over an protect us.
April 5, 2011
i have tried to write on here so many times through out the years, but for some reason i just can't...I should have so much to say but i dont, every time i think about you it just brings me to tears. life has been so hard with out you especially now, i just really hope i am making you proud! and i just want you to know even though i dont write there literally hasnt been 1 day since you passed that i havent thought about you! i love you more then words will ever describe! you are my hero!
Saralyn Higgins
January 31, 2011
Nana,
Well today's your birthday. I wish I would have spent more birthdays with you when you were still here. I wish I would have spent more time with you. Made things last longer. I miss you the same everyday. I hope Heaven is everything you'd hope it would be. Mom, Elizabeth, Paul, & the kids moved into a new house. I heard it's nice. Guess I will see it when I get home. The kids are getting so big. Ana is almost one now. She's crawling and talking. Still doesn't have much hair though lol. Isaiah is in school now. He's such a big boy. & Billy, he's so smart & so tall. I love them. Alexia will be born in May. Can't wait to meet her. I love being an aunt. I would do anything for those kids. School is about to start up again for me. I've been to Ireland twice now, soon to be a third. It reminds me so much of you. It's a beautiful place. The stores with the crazy hats and such that you use to wear. Sometimes I feel closer to you being so far from home. Thinking maybe I'm just a bit closer to Heaven. Crazy thoughts. Traveling has been such a great experience. I've met some great people. God's definitely changing things for me. I really hope you're proud. I miss you so much. I just keep asking myself when things are going to get easier. It breaks my heart that sometimes I can't remember your face & I no longer remember what your voice sounds like. I'm kinda hoping it's still a mixture of Mom's & Aunt Barbs. You three were so hard to tell apart sometimes. I'll write again soon. I hope things are peaceful for you. Keep watching over us. I love you.
Love,
Your Sara-Girl.
barbara
January 29, 2011
Well Mom its me. yea your redheaded witch.. I can't believe I haven't been here in over a year.. well that really sucks... but as u know I am always thinking about you. I miss you so much, words can't even begin to express my sadness. I know you are with me all the time. I love being a Nana... wow wow... the love you have is amazng for your grandkids... its kind of like your love for your child and the love of your child's love for her/his child wrapped all up in Nana love... I love watching Kristine being a Mom.. I am so proud of her.. She is great Mom... just like you are.. I hope I can be half as good as a Nana to Isabella as your were to my kids. I tell my Mono all about you.. You would eat her up..Full if personality and so smart.. Like Dezi was.. and by the way Dezi is soooo smart.. Nathan kids her all the time about being a brainiac... All the grand kids are pretty close some distance between us but life happens and we no matter what really all love each other....There are time Mom I close my eyes and in a second I swell with tears of a sincere heart ache because u are not here with us. I close my eyes and feel u with us sometimes when we are at dinner, shopping, seeing Santa with Isabella, birthdays, sunsets, stars, glitter shoes, chocolate doughnuts.. and every single time I hear Amazing grace. just about anything.. I just close my eyes and bring u with me. I carry u in my heart everywhere I go, every feeling I feel, all the good and bad. Your are my strengthen.
I love you and Happy Birthday Mom..
Saralyn Higgins
October 8, 2010
Nana,
So many things have changed in my life since I last wrote. My beautiful niece was born and my sister & paul have their own place now. Plus, my sister is having another baby! That's makin 3, crazy. Also, I'm in Scotland! I'm actually here, I never thought it would actually happen, I had so many doubts at first. It has been an incredible experience. I have already made so many new relationships with such great people! Billy, Isaiah, & Ana got baptized before I left. I am Billy's & Isaiah's God-mother. We played Amazing Grace for you. I miss you everyday. It's going to be 7 years in April, when is it going to get easier? Time is suppose to heal all wounds, how much more time am I suppose to give? I've been struggling with the decision to stay in Scotland for a year. It is a huge decision & it affects all of my family and friends, especially myself. Mom isn't too happy about me staying, which I understand because I wouldn't be home for Christmas, but this is something that I just don't think I could pass up. A whole year here? When will I ever get this chance again? I guess I have a lot of thinking to do. I can't believe I'm 20 years old! It took me 19 years to find God. I am a whole new person because I gave my life to Christ in March 2010love,
your SaraGirl.
saralyn higgins
April 11, 2010
i cannot believe it has been 6 years today. it still feels like you were here yesterday. i miss you more than words can say. so many things have changed and im not sure if its for the better or not. im traveling to Scotland for fall semester for college. im kinda scared but excited as well. Ana is here. she is the most beautiful baby girl, but you probably already know that. i miss you. i feel like God took you too soon. i think about you everyday. i finally went and seen your grave. i bought something for it. It says amazing grace. because you are our amazing grace. i love you nana. watch out for me ok?
love always,
your sara girl
Elizabeth` Higgins
April 11, 2010
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
barbara andersen
January 6, 2010
MOM
I will not look at this as a sad time
I will not allow the sorrow that fills my heart to lessen what Christmas is meant to be
I will embrace what you have taught me through the
Years and carry that with me.
You have not died. You will forever be a part of my life,
And through me you will forever be a part of my
Children’s as well. We are your legacy.
I am proud to have had you in their lives and you will always be part of every child born into this family
I hope they inherit your charm, your good nature, your charisma, your laughter,
That irrepressible spirit that you have so lived your life with and most of all your generous heart
I know with your influence they will grow to become good people
You have raised me to the best of your ability
And for that I want to thank you.
Thank you for being kind, thank you for being stronger than
You know, and most of all, thank you for loving us.
You have inspired me to live life to the fullest,
And never back down.
I will not be taken over by the frustration of your loss.
Instead, I will remember the days when you were here with us
The laughter, the irrepressible spirit, the generous heart, the way your smile made me feel, the encouragement you gave even as you had your own problems, the strength inside you that you gave to me
I will see you in my dreams.
There you will forever be healthy and strong.
Sorrow is inevitable, but I will face this with the same
Courage you lived your life with, because I am you, and you are my Mother.
Our family chain is broken for now nothing seems the same but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
I love you with all my heart and forever miss you,
Your Red Headed Witch
12-24-09
barbara andersen
January 6, 2010
You have an Angel
She’s watching over you
God sent her from above.
Your Nana Angel is here to
Watch over you, love and guide you.
She’ll be there each step you
Take gently holding your hand.
She’ll be the best friend you make.
Her ears will listen when you speak,
Helping you to understand,
She’ll make you strong
When you’re weak,
She will keep you safe.
Her footprints will stay in your heart,
You will never walk alone.
God sent His love upon her wings,
Bringing you His many blessings.
You have an angel of your own,
A Nana Angel from above.
DELORES FLEMING
January 31, 1943 - April 11, 2004
barbara Andersen
January 6, 2010
12-26-09
To My Dearest Family:
Some things I'd like to say but first of all to let you know that I am safe and happy. I'm writing this from Heaven where I dwell with God above where there's no more tears or sadness there is just eternal love
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night
That day I had to leave you when my life on Earth was through God picked me up and hugged me and He said I welcome you It's good to have you back again you were missed while you were gone as for your dearest family they'll be here later on I need you here so badly as part of My big plan there's so much that we have to do to help our mortal man
Then God gave me a list of things He wished for me to do and foremost on that list of mine is to watch and care for you And I will be beside you every day and week and year and when you're sad I'm standing there to wipe away the tear And when you lie in bed at night the days chores put to flight God and I are closest to you in the middle of the night When you think of my life on Earth and all those loving years because you're only human they are bound to bring you tears But do not be afraid to cry it does relieve the pain remember there would be no flowers unless there was some rain
I wish that I could tell you of all that God has planned but if I were to tell you you wouldn't understand
But one thing is for certain though my life on Earth is over I am closer to you now than I ever was before And to my very many friends trust God knows what is best I'm still not far away from you I'm just beyond the crest
There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb but together we can do it taking one day at a time
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too that as you give unto the World so the World will give to you. If you can help somebody who is in sorrow or in pain then you can say to God at night my day was not in vain. And now I am at ease as I watch over you, my family, that my life was worthwhile knowing I passed along to you part of me. So remember if you meet somebody who is down and feeling low just lend a hand to pick him up: be a friend, be strong inside, love all, be kind as you go on your way through life.
When you are walking down the street and you've got me on your mind I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind And when you feel the gentle breeze or the wind upon your face that's me giving you a great big hug or just a soft embrace. My Christmas thought to you: Those we love remain with us. For love itself lives on, And cherished memories never fade Because a loved one's gone. Those we love can never be more than a thought apart, for as long as there is memory, they’ll live on in the heart.
And when it's time for you to go from that body to be free remember you're not going you are coming here to me and I will always love you from that land way up above, we will be in touch again soon. Remember they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where my love shines down to let you know I am happy and love you all so dearly.
P.S. God sends His Love
--Author Unknown
This was going to be read at Christmas this Year but it just wasn't the same..
With all my Love forever,
Barbara
saralyn higgins
January 5, 2010
well here i am writing again. im not really sure what triggers in me that automatically makes me think to come here. i guess it doesnt really matter. so i finished my first semester of college. it was hard, but my grades were so rewarding. i have a job now. its hard to manage school and work but im proud of myself that i can. i miss you. i miss everything about the way things were when you were still here. its unbelievable that its going to be 6 years this year. still feels like the first. i guess i just miss you around christmas time. nothing has been the same. im pretty sure everyone feels the same way. im going to be an aunt again, of a soon to be baby girl<3 ive always wanted a niece and now on February 18th im going to have Ana. i know my niece is going to be perfect. just like Isaiah. hes going to be 3 soon..and hes a handful but he makes my world better, along with billy. i love those boys and i wish u had the chance to really get to know them. they are terrific kids. i still think about you a lot. little things trigger your memory, sometimes its unexpected, but i always end up with a smile on my face. well i love you nana, i promise, i'll be back soon.
love,
your sara girl
saralyn higgins
March 6, 2009
it has been awhile since i have written to you, sorry about that. i miss you. i dont think i will ever stop missing you. isaiah is getting so big, i wish he had the chance to know you, he looks just like elizabeth now, its kinda scary, and billy, wow he will be 6 this year, he knows you're an angel now, i was surprised when he told me that because i didnt think he understood, but he does. im glad he knows you're ok. so its my senior year and its definetley been tough for me, i will admit that. and i wish you were here to see my graduate, but i know that you are very proud of me! i got accepted into my dream school. ISU will be my home for the next 4 years and i wish you could help me because i am scared! but also excited beyond reason. i dont think it gets easier as the years pass, you just learn to deal with it. i want you to know that i am the person i am today because of the influence you have made on my heart. i will always have a piece of you inside of me. i think everyone needs a little dose of you in their hearts, it would make the world a better place. well i love you nana.
your sara-girl
Mary
March 4, 2009
Hi Dee Dee
Please watch over your family and friends. Nothing has been the same since you left. I never would have known that one person has such an impacted on so many lives. You are truly missed by many.
Love,
Mary
September 16, 2008
Hi Dee Dee,
So many things to say
So little words
Now your mom is in heaven so behave yourself, also keep my mom in check.
I so miss you and my mom. Nothing is the same without you both.
Please watch over all your family and friends. (too many to mention)
Keep them safe and happy
Love
Mary
Keely Aguilar
February 4, 2008
Delored,
Although I only knew you for a short while, you touched me in a way that most Mothers can only touch their own children. The love you gave, unconditionally, to your children, and their friends was truly amazing. I felt you to be a good judge of character, and kind heart. All of these things uncharacteristic of an average individual, truly make you an angel on heaven as well as when you were here with us. May God continue to keep you in the palm of his hand...and my thanks for keeping Barb and I in yours.
With Much Love,
Ms. Keely Aguilar
your sara-girl
January 31, 2008
nana,
today's your 4th birthday in heaven and it still just doesnt seem real to me. i miss you more than anything and everyday i think about you. it's so hard dealing with it even though it has almost been 4 years since you have passed. you were such an incredible person and now you're such and incredible angel. i take a look at the family and i see how much more distant we have became over the years and it saddens me. i just wish i could have one more day with you here just to make sure you know that we all love you with everything. i never thought that i would loose you and when i did it dumbstructed me. i just love telling my friends stories about you and they all get jealous because they wish they had as cool of a nana as i did. lol. christmas was good. we read a poem dedicated to you and i think it touched all of our hearts. i love you so much and i always will. i see bits and pieces of you imprinted in my heart each and every day and all i can do is smile because i just feel so blessed to have those traits and memories. i wish i could go visit your grave but i just cant handle it, but one day i will, i promise. i hope you're looking down on me and you are proud of all the accomplishes i have made and the person i am becoming. you are a person that i never want to forget and i dont think i ever will, not after the impact you have made on my life. i love you with all of my heart and i wish i would of said it more often, but i know you hear me now. you were the most amazing woman and nana i have ever had the chance to love and i am so grateful. i love you nana, nothing can change that, not even the distance between heaven and earth. your spirit is what holds this family together and i can not thank you more. i love you. you are everything to me. always remember me, even when you are partying it up in heaven..lol. you are our heart, you are our soul, you are our mind and we love you, more than you could ever imagine, you mean so much to me and i hate that i had to loose you, but i know that god needed you more. I LOVE YOU, AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE IMPACT YOU HAVE MADE ON ME. NO ONE CAN EVER TAKE THAT AWAY. YOU ARE OUR PIECE OF HEAVEN.
goodnight nana,
you are always in our hearts.
we love you.
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