Dad's breathing is becoming more labored, and the airflow in his left lung has decreased. The chaplain came in with his guitar and we sang together for dad. We kept waiting for Dad's beautiful bass voice to join in, but Dad prefered to beathe rather than sing. In this case we don't blame him. We are trying to take advantage of the time that we have with him. Thank you for all your support.
The Southwicks
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cheri and family,
I have been reading your posts everyday, they are heart rendering and I decided I should let you know that I am thinking of you and praying that the Holy Ghost will sustain you through the days ahead. I know my mom has been keeping up with the news too. Renee Southwick King
Although I only know Steve, Cheri and Robin I have been following along on the blog with everyone else. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers and my heart goes out to you all. I know that our Heavenly Father has wrapped His Loving Arms around Steve for his journey Home. You All will be in my prayers.
I'm sure that Steve enjoyed hearing everyone sing today and the sound of the guitar.
Steve, your voice has always been wonderful regardless what you are doing. Singing, talking softly in your serious tone, laughing at some silly thing someone is saying or doing. But taking the break and listening today was probably soothing and relaxing, and I hear your in a new room too go with it.
Family, although I'm probably a pest will all of my posts, you are all still in my thoughts, and I could hear you all singing as I read your post.
May your moments all together be gentle, full of love, fond and funny memories, and stories to be told and retold.
Love to you all,
Bridgett and family
I just wanted to thank you for your daily updates, as your family is constantly on my mind. Your strength as a family amazes me - how awesome to have the closeness you have. You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Heather (Hubert) Torgerson
Stay strong and lean on each other. Nothing can prepare us for situation like this. Our prayers are with you all.
I too have been reading your posts everyday, and I still pray for the best out of all of this. I wish I was able to drive up and see you all, but we are expecting our second to come along any time, so a long drive is out at the moment. Be strong you guys.
Wesley McClure
I loved sitting next to Steve in a church meeting and listening to his beautiful Bass voice. I will certainly miss that talent of his.
Whenever I feel a bit depressed about this situation, I listen to Mark's CD "From the Heart". True words of wisdom and comfort in those songs. One in particular touches me. I think it's titled "GoodBye for Now".
You are always in our prayers. Even my young children include your family in their prayers every single time they pray, whether it's before school, at the dinner table or at bedtime; you are always in their prayers.
With much love,
Melody Russell and Family
Our dearest Southwick family....... We can only imagine what your hearts are going through at this time (eventhough we have a pretty good idea,cause we can feel it too)We love Steve..... Please know we think about you all the time. Please give Steve a hug from us. Isn't the gospel wonderful! Hurray for eternal families. May the Lord keep you and uplift you.Receive a big comforting hug from each one of us.
All our love and prayers,
Jon,Yvette,Brandon,Shayleen
& Ethan Bird
I found this quote and thought I'd share it.
God didn't promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without rain, But He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears, and light for the way!!
Our continued prayers are with you all. All our Love, The Connell's
P.S.
Ditto on the Please Give Steve a BiG Hug. He has been such a positive influence on SOOO many peoples lives. I will always remember his positive outlook on life, his wonderful sense of humor, his Great Smile and his Sweet Gentle Spirit!!!
We are so sorry for your loss. We know that Steve would not have wanted to live that way. When we read your posts on Monday, Tuesday & yesterday, our hearts hurt even more for you all.
Steve was a good man and it has been obvious that there are a lot of other people that know the same thing.
Please, please let us know if there is anything at all that we can do. We will now continue to pray asking God to comfort you all in the time ahead.
Love,
John & Nancy
Time has passed, the Wheel has turned.
It is time for me to move on.
I will walk hand in hand with the Ancient Ones,
and with my ancestors who came before me.
Great Mother, welcome me back into your womb,
I come to you and know I am blessed,
for my life has been one I am proud of.
As I enter your world, wrap me in your loving arms,
and welcome me.
Lord of Death, I wait for you to take me,
I come to you willingly, with eyes wide open,
as my last moment approaches on the horizon.
May I look upon you without fear, without pain,
and knowing that those who walked before me,
await me on the other side.
O Ancient Ones, give me strength to take these final steps,
and allow me to do so with peace and dignity.
Let my family mourn my passing but not my loss,
and let them heal knowing I will see them again.
Time has passed and the Wheel has turned.
It is time for me to move on.
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