tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post9078059867180658131..comments2024-03-13T17:10:38.581-04:00Comments on The Pink House on the Corner : My Beloved has gone homeDianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03278023836822429631noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-11035686630496814392015-06-07T13:50:35.940-04:002015-06-07T13:50:35.940-04:00You wake up, the sun is shining, the world seems t...You wake up, the sun is shining, the world seems the same, but the whole universe has shifted. Your beloved has left you, and nothing will ever be the same. <br /><br />You may be left with "what if?" "what if I checked on him?" "what if I slept near him?" "what if I took him for medical care sooner?" <br /><br />This exact thing happened with my beloved husband. He slipped away during the night, in his hospice-provided bed in our dining room, as I slept on the floor beside him. <br /><br />The "what if?" questions tormented me for months, until I received the gift from an online friend, in the form of a musing: "what if he decided that the best gift he could give you was to slip away quietly, without you feeling you needed to give more and more? What if he decided you had given him what he could, and he was fulfilled, and had the peace of knowing you were cared for, and had seen that you could handle your new future?"<br /><br />I realized that I had given him the peace and comfort that I could, that he felt he had permission to pass, and the emptiness I felt was a part of my love for him. <br /><br />I do not say that my situation was the same as yours. Your Bob was such a great inspiration for all us who have followed The Pink House on the Corner. I have taken your advice to heart, and every time a post arrives, I make it a priority to read. I only hope that you know that we are all sending you comfort and hugs and strength, and hopes for peace.Stephany in Iowahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07087782544044214099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-77812576372375615232015-06-05T18:52:00.769-04:002015-06-05T18:52:00.769-04:00Diane I pray we are doing okay. Please post a not...Diane I pray we are doing okay. Please post a note on the blog that you are hanging in. I think about you often and although we have never met I feel I know you. I agree with Kan and David, that you have helped so many of us as caregivers. We all want to send you hugs and our love. Please let us know you are okay.<br /><br />PeggyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-80161122190527369582015-06-05T06:18:28.699-04:002015-06-05T06:18:28.699-04:00Just wanted to check in with you. Had you on my he...Just wanted to check in with you. Had you on my heart, and am keeping you in my prayers. When my world was reeling in the immediate days after my hubby's stroke and I found your blog, it helped steady me just a bit. Funny thing to ponder that, as I'm typing it.<br />As we're virtual strangers, yet I felt a common kinship with you from the moment I started reading your and Bob's story. <br />I hope all of us who've benefited so much from your writings can somehow help ease your sorrow...even just a little, by letting you know we care. <br />Regards,<br />Kan and DavidAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-71879701506718779762015-06-03T16:15:05.153-04:002015-06-03T16:15:05.153-04:00Diane, I have been thinking of you every day, sinc...Diane, I have been thinking of you every day, since you lost Bob. I am so very sorry for your loss. You have been an inspiration for everyone that followed you. I pray for God to give you strength and peace in this new journey you must take on. We love you and admire you. Aunt Rose and Uncle ArnieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-44055547401325016922015-05-31T12:45:51.543-04:002015-05-31T12:45:51.543-04:00I am so very very sorry for your loss Diane. I had...I am so very very sorry for your loss Diane. I had been following you on the stroke community site. And then just recently here. Our husbands and situations were so alike, so I could relate to all you were going through and so I started to feel more empowered, encouraged, understood have you. Hearing from a "real" caregiver can do wonders. I still plan to go back and read more. Thank you for making such an impact in so many lives, in our lives. Hoping to hear from you when the time is right for you. Take care. Diannedeedee53https://www.blogger.com/profile/03086589664556526445noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-58715922872157203752015-05-31T01:32:22.302-04:002015-05-31T01:32:22.302-04:00I'm so very sorry to hear your sad news. You &...I'm so very sorry to hear your sad news. You & Bob have been an inspiration to so many people & it's just so unfair.<br />Keeping you in my thoughts & hoping the wonderful memories of your life together will help you through the hard days ahead.(((((Hugs)))))PJK :o)https://www.blogger.com/profile/05719702197356670540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-66181760171800919322015-05-30T15:24:01.883-04:002015-05-30T15:24:01.883-04:00Diane,
In case you want to continue blogging you ...Diane, <br />In case you want to continue blogging you could follow Jean Rivas' example after her stroke husband died. You have a wonderful talent for writing. http://misadventuresofwidowhood.blogspot.com/ <br />Deanoc1deanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02302555382262295577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-47659966274709422012015-05-30T12:59:56.364-04:002015-05-30T12:59:56.364-04:00So so very sorry to hear about Bob.
Thinking of...So so very sorry to hear about Bob. <br /><br />Thinking of you and your family!<br /><br />LillianAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-978969863477359322015-05-30T07:52:13.328-04:002015-05-30T07:52:13.328-04:00I am so sorry to hear about Bob. My heart goes ou...I am so sorry to hear about Bob. My heart goes out to you.Rebecca Duttonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09004104301521792927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-19243012355441347452015-05-29T22:52:50.887-04:002015-05-29T22:52:50.887-04:00Diane I am so sorry to hear about Bob. May you fi...Diane I am so sorry to hear about Bob. May you find peace in knowing you were his love. Prayers for you.<br /><br />PeggyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-75189193824566544652015-05-29T22:34:16.734-04:002015-05-29T22:34:16.734-04:00Diane, I am truly saddened by the news of Bob'...Diane, I am truly saddened by the news of Bob's passing. ALthough we never met in person, I have followed your blogs and always felt close to you and Bob thru your stories and pictures. You helped me so much when Dahn had his stroke in Nov of 2011. I can't thank you enough.<br /><br />Sending love and peace to you.<br /><br />Susan (Willowangel)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-16565528719290589292015-05-29T20:23:11.885-04:002015-05-29T20:23:11.885-04:00Hello Diane, I'm a friend of your sister, Kare...Hello Diane, I'm a friend of your sister, Karen, and have followed your Blog for several years. I've admired your strength and loving dedication to Bob since reading the first blog. I'm so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days and I hope to hear from you (through your blog) in the future. God bless.<br /><br />Clydine MooreClydine Moorenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-8215394567418031662015-05-29T18:26:53.395-04:002015-05-29T18:26:53.395-04:00Hello Diane
For some reason I wanted to check your...Hello Diane<br />For some reason I wanted to check your blog today..<br />We are so very sorry to hear this news.. Your love story has helped so many people including Rick and I..<br />You shared everything with all who had the privilege of reading it..<br />You are in my thoughts and prayers <br />Take care<br />Rick and TheresaTheresa Loderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09537080903049808442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-50592019481120869802015-05-29T17:59:39.632-04:002015-05-29T17:59:39.632-04:00Diane, you have helped me so much since I found yo...Diane, you have helped me so much since I found your blog--I had a major stroke 2 1/2 years ago and reading about your adventures has given me valuable information and hope as I've read along. I wish that I could give you a tiny bit as much as you have given me. Good-bye, Bob, you are gone too soon.Denisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09787251044110758758noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-25201764435937021512015-05-29T17:44:46.795-04:002015-05-29T17:44:46.795-04:00I'm so sorry for your loss. I've been fol...I'm so sorry for your loss. I've been following your blog for a year now and it has been such an inspiration to me. Your love story is truly so beautiful and when I saw your post, my heart just broke. Your strength in the most difficult times has been uplifting to me as a caregiver. Please accept my deepest condolences. Lisanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-57860284070484846292015-05-29T17:15:21.680-04:002015-05-29T17:15:21.680-04:00My heart goes out to you, I can't imagine the ...My heart goes out to you, I can't imagine the pain you are feeling. Sending a big hug!! Love your cousin TamiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-23263722299439794252015-05-29T11:48:35.419-04:002015-05-29T11:48:35.419-04:00I am feeling kind of faint just from reading this....I am feeling kind of faint just from reading this...I am so sorry. Blessings to you - you have been the best wife a man could ever ask for. I picture him whole and looking down on you with such love and gratitude.<br />Sincerely <br />LaudaLaudahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15867515594399340754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-10230578367891358122015-05-29T11:29:05.977-04:002015-05-29T11:29:05.977-04:00Oh Diane, I am so sorry.
Your writing has helped ...Oh Diane, I am so sorry.<br /><br />Your writing has helped so many people. Your love story will be with me always. I will be praying for you.<br />Grace Carpenterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01728427612743156573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-62727694663796970822015-05-29T11:17:09.554-04:002015-05-29T11:17:09.554-04:00My heart is also aching for you. I have followed ...My heart is also aching for you. I have followed your blog ever since we "met" online at another Caregiver Site. Your stories, your advice, your strength and your love for Bob has carried me through with my journey. Dahn had his stroke in Nov of 2011. You helped me through the struggles.<br /><br />So sorry for your loss.Susannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-31690283316233723772015-05-29T11:12:15.258-04:002015-05-29T11:12:15.258-04:00I cannot begin to tell you how sorry I am to hear ...I cannot begin to tell you how sorry I am to hear this news. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Know that you and Bob are in my prayers and thoughts, and always will be. I'm sure he is now singing with the angels.<br /><br />With love, hugs, & prayers,<br /><br />Dan Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-21703379545373179292015-05-29T07:34:30.340-04:002015-05-29T07:34:30.340-04:00Oh Diane I am shocked!!! I can't believe it, h...Oh Diane I am shocked!!! I can't believe it, how unpredictable life can be...I have been amazed at your endurance, and dedication to Bob. He was so lucky to have you in his life. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort....So sorry!!!!<br />AliceAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-8568940537665544072015-05-29T06:13:31.242-04:002015-05-29T06:13:31.242-04:00In the community of stroke survivors, yours has be...In the community of stroke survivors, yours has been the greatest love story ever told. My thoughts are with you. A lump in my throat. May you eventually come to some peace. <br />Additionally, hank you for all your wonderful writing. Perhaps you'll continue some as the days go on. I'd be interested in hearing your reflections both on the past few years with Bob, as you look back on them, and on this continuation of life for you, as you move on without him.<br />Barbara LambertAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04856482874346312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-20985594609245095172015-05-29T05:15:40.969-04:002015-05-29T05:15:40.969-04:00My heart aches for you. I pray you will find peace...My heart aches for you. I pray you will find peace in the days to come. My condolences and God bless! Sallyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11604626989248671133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-56886780210007284192015-05-29T02:10:48.567-04:002015-05-29T02:10:48.567-04:00Diane, my heart just hurts so much for you. I can&...Diane, my heart just hurts so much for you. I can't even find words to say that make sense. Wishing you comfort and peace. Love from Debbie and KajDebbieLnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4683912290300109544.post-13140910464506477482015-05-29T02:06:25.222-04:002015-05-29T02:06:25.222-04:00I am so sorry! :( Your love for each other was a b...I am so sorry! :( Your love for each other was a blessing to "watch"/read about. May peace comfort you in time. Elizabeth, John, Jack, and Lukehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10177382087963521875noreply@blogger.com