One year ago, today (July 28, 2019) my family was to have met around 12:15 to have lunch together at a nearby Wendy’s Hamburgers. What happened instead is that my dad would get sick and went to the hospital for the final time before he died on August 24th at home. His time in the hospital was very tough on him and all of us. After exhaustive treatments of medicine which included dialysis it was decided he should go home to let nature take its course. My friends, I wish we would have been able to have lunch instead of going to the hospital. It was that month that changed me and my family forever. I miss my dad.
Sadness and Struggle One Year Ago
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Tony "T-Bird" Burgess
Hi there, my name is Tony Burgess from Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA. I am a believer, bleeding-heart, idealist and blogger. I'm married to Laura and Cody is our dog. Daily I work for a blood bank. My blog is where I chronicle and curate the sacred, serious and silly things in my life. I am a member of The Episcopal Church. Thank you for connecting with me. Grace, peace, and love! View all posts by Tony "T-Bird" Burgess
I’m sorry for your loss. Time does not separate the memories and pain.
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The memories and pain are ever present.
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Yes!
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Sending sympathy: the first year is the toughest. Healing prayers rising.
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Thank you Miranda. I appreciate it.
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I’m so sorry for your loss Tony. You honor his memory regularly by treating others with the kindness he must have shared with you. It’s obvious in your uplifting posts and thoughtful interactions with others. I’ll bet he is proud of you.
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Thank you Sandra for your words of comfort.
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So sorry to hear about this!
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Thank you very much.
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❤️ that first year is very hard
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Yes, the first year has been hard.
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I’m so sorry for the loss of your father. I know it’s hard to get together with our families right now, especially going out to eat but as soon as things return to, “normal” we should all try to do that more often.
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Here is to a return to familiar. But sometimes different.
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I’m sorry to hear that Tony, and sorry for the loss of your father.
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Thanks for your kindness my friend.
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So sorry to hear.
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Thank you my friend. Your kindness is appreciated.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending my regards to you, time is a healer 💖
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Thank you my friend. I appreciate time as a healer.
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My absolute pleasure, it’s a great phrase that stuck with me when I went through something similar 😊
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awe, that’s tough. sending you a virtual hug 🤗
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Thank you my friend. Your hug is appreciated.
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Those “anniversary” dates are difficult. I’m sorry for your loss.
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Thank you my friend. Your kindness is appreciated.
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❤
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Sad to see this, but I am sure he is proud of you and always guides you ♡
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