#whatadaythatwillbe

[laurencodyblog]

It is possible to experience loss without pain. It is possible to feel grief without hurt.

I was a Daddy’s girl from day 1, and we have always been close. He was always my hero. But as the journey of Alzheimer’s changed the man he was, it became apparent that I couldn’t help but love that guy too. Time and this disease changed him from a tower of gentle strength that could seemingly solve any problem to the role of a toddler that couldn’t care for himself at all. Our roles changed from him taking care of us - to us taking care of him, and I wouldn’t give those memories and moments up for anything in the world. Occasionally, you would see glimpses of his former self, and his love and character never left him.

I will miss him. This I know, because I already do. But he was the most selfless man I’ve ever known, and he taught me that as well in word and in deed.

So if I’m being totally transparent here, if I were given the chance for just one more day with my sweet Daddy....

I would politely decline.

This world is not good enough for MJ Carnes, and if I could have him back - that would make all this about me.

And it’s never been about me.

The Bible teaches us that in Heaven 1000 years is like a day, and a day like 1000 years. So on earth, we longingly wait to see him again.

But in Heaven, for him, it will seem like he just got there when I join him, even if I live to be 100.

And so I grieve... but with I grieve with joy.

I would never want to bring him back to my world, but I will long for the day when I get to go to his.

#iloveyoudaddy

#daddysgirl

#whatadaythatwillbe

#itsnotaboutme

[francisbossy]

You’ve been on my mind so heavy these last couple of days. The love you had for your family and for those you touched was so strong. When I saw you, I saw my Uncle Levi, who I haven’t met but I wish to meet one day. When you would message and comment on my pictures, I felt my Uncle Laauli, who I saw as a father figure. When I spent time with you in your last days, I saw Uncle Tauanuu, your father, who I remember visiting him in his last days but loving him so much. I wish I could’ve spent more time with you, Uncle. You were able to touch my life without even really knowing you did. Rest in peace and loving, dear Uncle. Always loving and forever remembered. #UntilWeMeetAgain #WhatADayThatWillBe https://www.instagram.com/p/B7Se0jKn5QpE6Cb1zl3BQbIrJ-d7Lx18d5069M0/?igshid=fllc67ugjz2r

[warrior-for-christ93]

😍💙 #whatadaythatwillbe #whenmyjesusishallsee #jesus #thisworldisnotmyhome #imjustpassingthru https://www.instagram.com/p/BxwM9y_Fb-9/?igshid=n33hmkgbbdf8

[kathypurdy]

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  The dishes finally washed and the last plate put away;

Many choruses are sung as we cleaned the kitchen that day.

One after another, chorus followed chorus,

We were just warming up for singing on the porch.

  As we walked through the kitchen into the living room,

I stopped at my piano to pick up Great Hymns of the Faith.

We sat on the swing together; singing all the while;

Wonderful hymns of Jesus redemption and His worthiness.

  Crown Him with Many Crowns, O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing,

One Day He’s Coming, oh, glorious day; to Stand Up for Jesus,

Face to Face and Saved by Grace; and every song between.

I miss those days with Mama; when we sat on the porch to sing!

Katherine H. Purdy

Singing on the Porch After the Dishes are Done. Katherine Purdy The dishes finally washed and the last plate put away; Many choruses are sung as we cleaned the kitchen that day.

[authoralisha1]

#ItCouldBeToday #WhatADayThatWillBe #NoCaptionNeeded

[michaelasvelez]

#whatadaythatwillbe #lovethemsongs

[francisbossy]

@peena_2pua @mrs_pina_tupua You have been on my mind all day today. I wish we could’ve seen you one last time! Oh how you are loved and missed!! Rest in peace and love, our beloved cousin! #AlwaysInOurHearts and #ForeverInOurMinds #UntilWeMeetAgain #WhatADayThatWillBe https://www.instagram.com/p/CSQ09n_gx3zvMNtLFY1zWAked5mkCWEN63eld80/?utm_medium=tumblr

[francisbossy]

Every day since we’ve heard the knews, my mind has been wandering off to the questions like ‘Why?’ or ‘How come?’. I truly have been blessed and lucky to have been so close to family. I’ve gone through old pictures of you. I’ve heard so many stories. I’ve reminsced about the memories I have of you. My heart breaks over and over, knowing how many of my mom’s side has been called to rest. It scares me to lose any more. #UntilWeMeetAgain dear Uncle! #RestInPeaceAndLove #AlwaysOnMyMind and #ForeverInOurHearts #UntilTheDay #WhatADayThatWillBe https://www.instagram.com/p/CLV1QGjBhRerGJpngm7B2wsFJ3UI4w4xHHZCLU0/?igshid=1syk1rh0f6ubc

[francisbossy]

Uncle @lamatia16777, you were put to rest yesterday and I was the only one on your father’s side representing. Listening to your letter read by one of your daughters him, whom I had known briefly, had reminded me of my own relationship with my own. What spoke volumes was when you said that although your memories faded of him that you still loved him. I remember you saying that was what you did to your daughter too but you wanted to change that. Even in your last years, you made the effort to rebuild that with your daughter, not wanting to repeat what your father did to you. For as short a time that I had gotten to know you, you reminded me of so much of all the father figures that stepped in and stepped up in place of my own. You loved me for me. You reached out to me every day. You made sure I knew that someone loved me, even if it was you. You made the effort that most men wouldn’t have, especially with a man of my “lifestyle”. You called me your favorite nephew and I loved that. Rest in love and peace! #UntilWeMeetAgain #WhatADayThatWillBe #ThatSoundsLikeHomeToMe #UntilTheDay https://www.instagram.com/p/B7yxTp1HUk0ay0vhyC-qVefgkkKNor41cpwV400/?igshid=1ma0oh77jt1xm

[francisbossy]

Sleep tightly. Dream sweetly. Rest well and easy. Good night, @siomusik #UntilWeMeetAgain #WhatADayThatWillBe #UntilTheDay #TrueVibes https://www.instagram.com/p/B7yseB7HWZKJtjyxxtC_okWmZsBqy2xXtScuDQ0/?igshid=1r1pljon7cmwz

[francisbossy]

Funerals are unfortunately not the best things to attend, but they bring families closer. Brother Boy, thanks for always believing that family is important and that we’re all we have. We love and miss you, @siomusik #UntilWeMeetAgain #WhatADayThatWillBe #UntilTheDay #TrueVibes https://www.instagram.com/p/B7youivHOQqouRA91VPmQoUp7VAd0jTUt9GVQQ0/?igshid=qk4jr1xn9iw

[francisbossy]

To my brother @siomusik. Today made me realize even more how family truly is important and to live life in the present. We celebrated your life with us, on this earth. And we’ve laid you to rest. We’ll take care of your little family. We love you and we miss you! Always loved and forever remembered. #UntilWeMeetAgain #UntilTheDay #ButUntilThen #WhatADayThatWillBe https://www.instagram.com/p/B7vL3X2HCytLMNoaz4Tk5UReGXv6ygc-mDlORk0/?igshid=r7zcsatekeuz

[francisbossy]

Technically, I’m his uncle, but he was a little older than me. We had such good times, so many memories. #UntilThen #WhatADayThatWillBe #UntilWeMeetAgain @siomusik Always loved and forever missed! https://www.instagram.com/p/B7eTwVMHfcIdl_7lC06gS-MlZ8LkAOOZPCgahk0/?igshid=1bqva7upqpvlk

[francisbossy]

Being with you Uncle @lamatia16777 has made me relive my earliest childhood memories of visiting your dad, Uncle Tauanuu. I remember loving him as a kid. When we first saw you, we immediately thought of Uncle Levi. And since that day, you have messaged me and commented on my pictures. You’ve loved me for me and it reminds me of Uncle Laauli. I wish we spent more time with you! May you rest in peace and love, my dearest Uncle! Always loved and forever remembered. #UntilWeMeetAgain #WhatADayThatWillBe (at Stonehenge of Springville) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7NPTgandU69Q8ST0mg-YCrBx_GraAQjgeh7000/?igshid=rj44j5pofjbj

[francisbossy]

He hated me when he was a baby. I annoyed him when he was a toddler. He teased me asking why I walked and talked like a girl during his preschool and grade school years. But you still called me uncle. You’ll be loved and missed little “Bryant”! #RestInPeaceAndLove #UntilWeMeetAgain #WhatADayThatWillBe https://www.instagram.com/p/By8DR_dHFoTm6erTfYlI1ZLepnnx5oX7WdxOIo0/?igshid=alnoe93i2bms

[laurencodyblog]

It is possible to experience loss without pain. It is possible to feel grief without hurt.

I was a Daddy’s girl from day 1, and we have always been close. He was always my hero. But as the journey of Alzheimer’s changed the man he was, it became apparent that I couldn’t help but love that guy too. Time and this disease changed him from a tower of gentle strength that could seemingly solve any problem to the role of a toddler that couldn’t care for himself at all. Our roles changed from him taking care of us - to us taking care of him, and I wouldn’t give those memories and moments up for anything in the world. Occasionally, you would see glimpses of his former self, and his love and character never left him.

I will miss him. This I know, because I already do. But he was the most selfless man I’ve ever known, and he taught me that as well in word and in deed.

So if I’m being totally transparent here, if I were given the chance for just one more day with my sweet Daddy....

I would politely decline.

This world is not good enough for MJ Carnes, and if I could have him back - that would make all this about me.

And it’s never been about me.

The Bible teaches us that in Heaven 1000 years is like a day, and a day like 1000 years. So on earth, we longingly wait to see him again.

But in Heaven, for him, it will seem like he just got there when I join him, even if I live to be 100.

And so I grieve... but with I grieve with joy.

I would never want to bring him back to my world, but I will long for the day when I get to go to his.

#iloveyoudaddy

#daddysgirl

#whatadaythatwillbe

#itsnotaboutme