I wrote very long journal entry last night. Most of it is too personal to share, but here is the first paragraph to describe, in essence, what happened.
September 23, 2008
Today was a difficult day to say the very least. At 7:10 p.m. I was holding my Grandmothers hand as she passed from this world. It was a sacred moment for me, a happy moment where she wouldn't be in any more pain, but an awfully sad moment to realize I no longer have my Grandmother here on earth. She looked so peaceful as she her body relaxed, like a huge burden had been lifted. I know she was met by a big crowd, her parents and baby girl included, on the other side. She lived a good life and was a wonderful woman who will be a Goddess in the Celestial Kingdom with her loving eternal companion, my Grandpa Rulon.
The funeral is on Monday at 11:00 a.m. Tyler is Flying into PDX Friday to be with me and be a pallbearer. I want to blog more about this, but honestly I am too drained, emotionally and physically, to do so right now. I just thought I needed to do something so you would all know.
8 years ago
8 comments:
I'm so sorry! I am Stephanie Burdick's friend, Sarah. She is in a better place and will be a Goddess in the Celestial Kingdom! Your family is in our prayers! :)
I'm so sorry, Kelsey. I'm thinking of you and your fam!
I am so sorry Kelsey, I know how special she was to you.
Kels I'm so sorry. My thoughts are with you.
it is so surreal to be present one someone passes away- it's exactly like you said, spiritual, sad, and happy. you and your family are in our prayers!
Kels,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart aches for you but rejoices for your grandma. I am sure that she was an amazing woman because you are incredible yourself. I will always remember driving back to Rexburg with you and listening to you talk about your grandma and how much you loved her and how much you enjoyed spending time with her. I love you and am praying for your comfort. You are an amazing and strong woman. I love you!
It was good to see you today and I am so glad that even in the sadness of the time, you are able to see the bright side of her current state. Aren't we so lucky to have that knowledge. You and your family will continue to be in our prayers.
hey Kels,
i hope that you are doing better. I am sorry. i just lost my grandma about a month and 1/2 ago. so i can tell you it will get better. my grandma died in a car accident so it was a little more unexpected but still the feelings are the same especially if they are great women. just know that she is in a better place and she is watching down on you.
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