Nick needs our Prayers

[rita863]

I am not sure Elaine would want me to do this, but i am asking all of you out there to stop just for a minute and pray for Nick and Elaine, as Nick having a very hard time as I am typing this,  Elaine has updated her journal.

But please just stop for a minute and say a prayer, a word of good wishes, what ever you believe, please do it for Nick and Elaine Now

Peace
rita

[alagirl]

Elaine,

I don't know that there is any way we could have loved you and Nick any more - well let me speak for me personally - I have loved the two of you like my own family and I think this pain I feel comes from that place.  I don't understand why God calls some of the most special people home to be with him, I don't.  And maybe I never will.  I trust that there is a reason, but it is beyond my comprehension and it doesn't assuage the pain.  I continue to be here for you, and please let me know what I can do to help.

Love,

Sydney

[comeagain]

                              
                                     He only takes the best

                                     God saw he was getting tired
                                     and cure  was not be
                                     So he puts his arms around him
                                     and whispered,"Come with me."


                                     With tear-field eyes we watched him
                                     suffer and faid away
                                     although we loved him deeply
                                     we could not make him stay


                                     A golden heart stopped beating,
                                     his body put to rest,
                                     God broke our hearts to prove to us
                                     he only take the best


                                     Author unknown

[IAmTheWalrus]

I do not know what to say. I have dreaded checking the post for fear of such news, and procrastinated comment in bewilderment of what to say. I wish I could be there to comfort you. You and Nick have been wonderful examples of courage and love. May God comfort you and fill you with joyous memories of Nick, and the love you will always share.

I lack Ladybug's poetic talent, but here is a favorite comfort for me:

Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,

But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
  Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
  Turns again home.

Twilight and evening bell.
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;

For though from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crossed the bar.

   - Alfred Tennyson

[GGraphix]

To touch this many souls is a true measure of ones worth.

Godspeed Nick

--George--

[DragonTamer]

Dearest Elaine,
Although I am fairly new to this group, and have not been aware of Nicks entire situation, I have been reading these heartfelt condolences with tears streaming down my face. I am so sorry for your terrible loss.  Look back upon  these posts of love and encouragement and know in this way, you are blessed with the love of friendship and the comfort of so many, who truly care.

I too have lit a candle for your dear Nick....who has started a new journey...and I believe if he could, he would tell us all, not to worry for him, for he is in a  glorious place with out pain or strife and now knows the promise of eternal life and peace is true...He now knows we never leave our loved ones, we simply change...he will always be just a whisper away, a warm breeze through the trees, a rose blooming in spring, each heart beat you take is Nick saying, I love you mom, I am here, be strong and we will be together again.  
Dragon Tamer

[Htownwife]

Oh Elaine,
I am so saddened by your loss. Your love for Nick is unsurpassed, he must be so proud to have you for a mother.
You and Nick have truly made a difference in the world.
Please take care of yourself....I only wish I could be there for you right now.

Sending love, hugs, and prayers,
htw  

[pKinCA]

Elaine,

I forgot to mention that my boyfriend Matt sends his condolences as well... He asked about Nick every day and was as concerned as all of us... You and Nick have touched more lives than you'll probably ever realize...

Thinking about you a lot... and praying for you and Nick...

pK

[Bill1954]

Hi Elaine, I just wanted to check up on you and make sure you are dealing with all this; it must be very difficult to cope rght now. I also believe that time does quiet the pain to some extent, but this event will probably change you for a lifetime. Remember that they can't take your love for your son away... that's yours to keep for eternity. Please  know we're all thinking about you, and let us know how things are going with you when it's appropriate.

Please take care of yourself--

Bill

[Texas714]

There are no words I could offer to ease your pain.  I know I can't understand the pain you feel.  
From personal experience I can tell you that your life will never be the same as before.  I can tell you that only time will dull what you feel now.  In time you will learn to live with your loss.
It seems to me when we lose someone we love our world grows a little colder.  
I hope you find peace.

[fretboard]

Such a sad, sad story of letting go and letting God.  I continue to pray, as I am deeply saddend by your loss.  I will continue to pray during your difficult days ahead.  God Bless you Elaine, you are one beautiful lady and Mother.  Take care of yourself

[BThompson4]

So sad for you, Elaine.  Nick was such a fighter.  Life is precious.

[ladybug52]

Nick, an angel on earth,
a miracle so brave.
Nick was always like his Mom,
He took less than he gave.

And though his life is over,
his memory lives on.
He was an inspiration,
Though he wasn't here for long.

And though I never met him,
I love the one who held him close
The one who held his hand all night,
The one he loved the most.

Though the skies are stormy now,
The sun will shine, the clouds will part
Elaine will keep a part of Nick
A rainbow in her heart.....

[Deb_c430]

Elaine,

My deepest respect, love to you an d your family.    You and nick are still in my prayers,  always.

Love you so much,

Deb

[Lady Lauri]

When I come to the end of the road
  And the sun has set for me,
I want no rites in a gloom filled room
  Why cry for a soul set free.
Miss me a little but not too long and
  not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love we shared.
   Miss me..... but let me go.

For this is a journey we all must take
  and each must go alone.
It's all a part of the Master's plan,
  A step on the road to go home.
When your heart is heavy and your missing me,
  go to the friends that we know.
     Miss me....but let me go.

Dear Elaine, my deepest sympathy to you and your family in such a loss.
I can not begin to know how you feel, I am so very sorry. You did everything in your power for Nick, comforted, cared for, loved him as deep as anyone could. I know I can say he's in a better place, but I know how you wish he was here.
  Please....do what you need to for you, we are all here and we all understand.

I pray for your heart to heal, Lauri

[medicmommy]

I'm so sorry...May not only he, but you now be at peace as well...to see a loved one tormented and struggling, is torment in itself...I too, have lit a candle and my daughter and has released a Scooby Doo balloon in his memory...She says they make everybody happy, and perhaps it will find him in heaven, and let him know he will be missed...
(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGZ))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))              ~Melinda

[l-horn]

Haven't been here for a while and was stunned to see this. I'm so sorry to hear this. If I could change it I would.

[GSDgirl]

I am so very sorry

Denise

[Liz50]

There are no words of comfort that I can give you at this time. As a mother, my heart aches for...but no one had a better, wiser more loving mother than Nick does. You are his mom forever. What an amazing example you have shown for all of us in the face of true challenge. Both Brent and I pray for you to find peace in the kind words and good thoughts that are coming your way from all around the world.
We will continue our prayers for you.
Love,
Liz & Brent (The Walrus)

[pKinCA]

Dear Elaine,

Oh no, I was hoping against odds that I would never hear this tragic news about Nick!  I feel so badly for you...  I hope your pain is not overwhelming...

I'll continue my prayers for you and Nick...

Bless your heart,

pK

[Xenigma]

As we say goodbye to Nick, others are saying hello.

I'm so sorry Elaine, words just can't express, I just can't express...
enigma

[Still Living]

I was away for 5 days and never stopped thinking of you and Nick. I'm so sorry things have not gotten much better, but where there is life, there is hope. You must be exhausted, I hope you are taking care of yourself through this, as hard as it is, you have to think of yourself also. My heart goes out to you, Elaine.

Mattie

[rita863]

Elaine,

I can not even type what i want to say to you, i hope this may give you some peace.


I'M FREE

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free
I'm following the path God has chosen for me.
I took His hand when I heard him call;
I turned my back and left it all.

I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way;
I've now found peace at the end of day.

If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joys.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss;
Oh yes, these things, I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow
Look for the sunshine of tomorrow.

My life's been full, I savored much;
Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch.
Perhaps my time seems all to brief;
Don't lengthen your pain with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and peace to thee,
God wanted me now-He set me free
Author:  Shannon Lee   Moseley.


May god help you through your grief!   I am so so sorry!

Love Rita

[FlGuy]

So sorry to read the news.

[zazza]

A candle I mean, the seriousness of the events got me language confused. Candle and light are the same word in Swedish:

Ett ljus brinner för Nick också här i mitt hus i Sverige.

Za