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Thank you for your expressions of sympathy this past week. I am touched. As you can imagine it’s been a difficult time and it’s sometimes hard to see through my rose-colored glasses so if I’m not around it’s to spare you my moodswings. I have a few projects that offer distraction – we are planting pink rose bushes in memory of Shannon this weekend in the backyard. Actually, there are many rose bushes being planted across the country as one good idea took hold and Shannon-love is being spread.

And I have something I’m working on where you could help me out – I will post about it soon.

family lucky girl

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26 responses to “thank you”

July 25, 2008

Ellen-Mary

I would love to help you if I can. What’s the plan?

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July 25, 2008

JeriAnn

Michelle, please take the time you need and we’ll be here for you when you’re ready.

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July 25, 2008

Linda Warlyn

Count me in too, Michelle. The roses are a wonderful, lovely tribute to your girl. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers and hoping you are beginning to catch a glimpse of sunlight every now and then. xoxox

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July 25, 2008

Kathryn-collage diva

I’ll be on the look out for your plan and ready to jump in.
Hugs. Kathryn

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July 25, 2008

Dawn

Michelle, I am so sorry for your loss…I had been checking in sporadically throughout the summer and noticed you were unusually quiet, how sad to find out the reason for the silence. The rose bushes sound like a lovely testament to love; may the project bring you some peace and happiness.

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July 25, 2008

Judy N

What ever it is you want done, I am hoping I will be able to help.
I pray for the peace that will ease your sadness.
Until later,
Judy

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July 25, 2008

Chris

Sometimes it’s hard to know what might ease someone’s pain or lighten a hurt, so whatever it is, just ask.

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July 26, 2008

Jenny Doh

Yup. One rosebud, one step, one breath at a time.

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July 26, 2008

Megan Warren

Roses are a wonderful way to remember someone special. Whatever it is that you need – just ask and you shall receive – well within reason!

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July 26, 2008

Fiona

Love the rosebush idea too – a lovely reminder. You can count me in for the project…..

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July 26, 2008

Kimbo

Good to know that you are finding tools to ge you through, wonderful Michelle. Know that we all love ya, rose-colored glasses or not !!!!!
Sending lots of hugs,
Kim

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July 26, 2008

cindi

i want to help, too. please count me in!
the roses are such a beautiful idea!
xxoo
cindi

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July 26, 2008

Debra Abel

Shall I then plant a pink rose Bush today….I will go look for one. Sorrow like an ocean comes in waves. For those who have experienced loss no further explination is necessary. Take time, we will wait.
Deb

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July 26, 2008

Maj Carita

Oh let those roses grow! If I had a garden I would plant lots of rosebushes too!
You know I would like to help, waiting curiously to learn what the project is!

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July 26, 2008

Lisa Hoffman

Roses are on sale here in Colorado this weekend.
Perfect timing…pink roses planted in memory of Shannon….coming right up…
Lisa H.

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July 26, 2008

Barbara

Sending more hugs and blessings to you and your family.

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July 26, 2008

Ursula C

Oh Michelle, what a wonderful idea to plant pink roses. Unfortunately it is not the right time to plant them here, so for now I will dedicate the one I already have in my garden to Shannon and you. Take all the time that you need. Good luck with your projects and I look forward to hearing all about what you have in mind for us to help you with. Keeping you in my thoughts, Ursula xo

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July 26, 2008

Laurie Mika

Dear Michelle,
How sad and shocked I was to come to your blog this evening, after not having been here for months. I am SO sorry to hear about your sister, Shannon. You are in my thoughts….and I know that the memories you shared with your sister will remain with you throughout your life, binding you together forever….here’s to a blooming of pink roses throughout the land!
Hugs and more hugs to you and yours,
Laurie

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July 27, 2008

Carrie

Hey, do what you need to do to heal; the roses are a beautiful tribute. I will look forward to finding out what help you need.

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July 27, 2008

Sam Marshall

What a wonderful way to remember your sister.
xxxx

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July 27, 2008

Rosie

Anything we can do to help, just say. I think roses are a great idea – they’ll last a lifetime and beyond.
It may seem like bad timing, but I had to give you an award that came my way, because you are such a special person. (((hugs)))
http://alteredartandstuff.wordpress.com/2008/07/27/giving-and-receiving/

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July 27, 2008

FrenchGirl

I have a pink rosebush in my backyard that I now call my “Shannon Rosebush”. It has always been my favorite because it is so bright and brings a cheerfulness to the yard like I’m sure your dear sister brought to your life. You and your family are still in my prayers. Wishing you peace of heart and mind.
Jordan

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July 28, 2008

forcryeye

Just a note to let you know that I am thinking of you. xoxo

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July 28, 2008

Monica Magness

Roses are red, violets are blue,
seldom is anything as BEAUTIFUL as you
and the love you have shared with your sister.
I’ll be watching… I’d love to help.
~Monica

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July 28, 2008

beth

Michelle…
I am so sorry for your loss. Your love for your sister was larger than most of us ever feel in a lifetime…you were blessed !!
I’m sending prayers to you and your family….
hugs to you, beth

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July 30, 2008

karen Cole

Michelle,
I’m very sorry to hear about your sister. We had friends years ago that had children with CF and have attended many fund raising events. It must be very difficult for you and your family.
Seeing the photos you have shared, very much shows how much joy you had in each others company. You will have that memory forever. Peace to you and your loved ones.
Karen

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