It’s the day after. The day after saying goodbye.
Yesterday was a beautiful day in every way. One of mom’s favorite things in nature was clouds so I’m thankful for all the fluffy clouds that got together to make an appearance for her celebration.
At the cemetery, all of the siblings placed their hands on the urn before it was placed into the ground. A holy, shining moment.
Some of my favorite people who I grieve and laugh with.
I will, of course, have many more stories and pictures down the road but for now, wanted to leave you with the video I made for the service.
If you don’t want to watch the entire video, be sure to at least watch the last minute when there is a surprise visit by a Certain Someone.
(Note: This is a slightly different version than what I first posted. I noticed after the fact that in all of my editing and re-editing, I had inadvertently deleted the only photo of Gage and Sarah. Since I had to go back into the editing program anyway, I also added a few of mom’s end-of-life photos.)
This is a song I wrote many years ago when we thought Sarah was not going to survive her cancer and we would have a funeral for her. Turns out we didn’t need it after all! Sarah took the song and made a lyric video which we played for mom’s funeral.
Thank you again for the prayers, comments, and compassion.
What a beautiful life and celebration of life your mom had. May she Rest In Peace in Gods kingdom through eternity. She is in no pain and is rejoicing now. God bless you and your family.
Debbie,
Thanks so much for your sweet comment and encouraging words. It brings me joy to think of her joy.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and what a beautiful tribute to your mom! Thinking of you in the days ahead.
Beautiful video and beautiful song! Thinking of you all.❤️
Beautiful video. Prayers as you continue on
Becky, thank you so much for sharing the video. It took me forever to watch it all because I kept pausing to look at photos. Again I’m so sorry for your loss. Your cousin Sandy
Sandy,
Thanks so much for leaving a comment. Always good to hear from a cuz and glad to know you enjoyed the video. So many people you know!
This has been such a great comfort to me as I push through my first few days back at work. There are hard moments, and moments full of joy. I was so thankful for the special times we were all able to share this weekend. Thank you for these wonderful blogs you post, Aunt Becky.
Caleb,
So nice to see a comment from my very own nephew. Thanks for taking the time to share your wonderful words. Love you!
What a wonderful service for your Mom. I loved the video and your song.
What an awesome “Celebration of Life”.
I especially love the cloud picture, so very beautiful.
Prayers being prayed for you and your family, safe travels.
So much love… So beautiful…
Sending you prayers for comfort.
Oh, how my heart hurts for you all. That song… oh… I can’t even…. Praying for each one of you for peace and comfort as only our Father can give..
What a beautiful tribute ❤️❤️❤️
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It looks like a beautiful celebration of your Mama’s life. I’m so glad Steve and your children (all 4 of them) could be with you. All of your Mama’s loved ones remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Becky, you favor your mother a lot, I especially see it in pictures where you both are in your teens or twenties.
The song and the video of her life were both beautiful. Thanks for sharing. I know what a labor of love that was.
Prayers for you and your family.
Thank you so much for sharing the very moving video and music from your mom’s service. Seeing her smiling face at the piano at the end was perfect! I must admit to tears after watching it and listening to the song intended for Sarah. So glad your loved ones could be there with you. I hope life settles down a bit for you all and that your health remains good. You have been through so much.
Beautiful tributes.
Thank you for sharing.
Continuing to keep you all in prayer.
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The video of your mom’s life was so awesome. Hard to choose and put a whole life in a 12 minute video, but you did very well.
The song was absolutely beautiful. Prayers as you begin life without your mom. You will go to call her many times and get tearful when you realize you can’t. Or, want to tell her something meaningful or funny. Wendy
I loved the song. I could envision a love one going home when hearing the lyrics. I send my prayers and love to you and your family.
Both of those videos are so lovely! Thinking of you all.
That was a beautiful video showing your mother’s Celebration of Life. I am so glad that she was able to ride on the pontoon boat and the hay ride, even though she was in a wheel chair. Everyone looks like they are so happy just to be in her presence. My favorite picture is the one with the lamp off to the right of the photo, with your mom looking out the window with the bible on her lap! That seems to show how her whole life was, dedicated to the Lord, enjoying his beauty and reading his word.
Prayers for the family through this difficult time! Even though you can rejoice in her homecoming, it still doesn’t take away the pain that you miss her in your earthly life!
Donna,
Yes, I love that photo, too.
Such a beautiful celebration of her life!