Comments on: Unexpected

By: Melissa

Melissa — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:20:34 +0000

I know it is not easy to lose a friend. I can't imagine how hard it must be for Steve to go through the rest of his life without his wife. It is wonderful though, that we can find comfort in the gospel.

By: Dawn

Dawn — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 23:02:17 +0000

So sorry to hear. We also recently experienced a loss. I was 25 weeks along in a pregnancy and wasn't feeling movement. We went to the hospital to be reassured only to find out there was no heartbeat and our baby had died. I know what you say when you say despite the knowledge of the gospel there is still hurt. There are still tears and of course your friend will be terribly missed by many, clearly including yourselves. My heart goes out to you. I wish I could come and hug you.

By: Norma

Norma — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 01:47:20 +0000

How aweful. Isn't it wonderful that we can mourn with those who mourn? Yes, we know that it will work out for those who love the Lord, but it sometimes doesn't make it any easier during the trials we face. We can be together in the eternities, but eternity is an eternity away.

If you are able to, reach out to your friend in tangible ways. Mow the lawn or shovel the walk without being asked. Let him and his children talk about Kim without censure. They will need to talk and know someone is there for them for a long time.

Our Western culture seems to think that we should be done with grieving within about six weeks. It isn't true. You never really stop grieving. Life experiences just overlay the grief and make it easier to bear.

I am so sorry over her death.

By: Mary Siever

Mary Siever — Sun, 25 Nov 2007 15:19:03 +0000

Oh how sad :( I am so sorry for Steve and his families loss, and yours. Kim really does sound like a wonderful person. I hope they find some peace and comfort.

Mary