Typing through tears is messy, uncomfortable, and way deep down, so damn disgusting. But it’s what I’m doing now, sobbing and sharing. Because I can’t sit here in this much pain and do nothing.
This morning the world lost the most amazing woman I ever had the privilege to know. Karen Tompkins Anderson passed at home, with her loving husband Michael by her side.
She was my dearest friend, our children’s preschool teacher, the funniest pal who used to sit with me and Dan through the most boring of meetings, the only person who could get me to enjoy camping, and she was so many more things than I can get down in one place.
I’m off the charts grief-stricken. My heart aches for her family. All I can do is show you the card on our altar today. In theory, it helps.
“Faith ~ Guardian Angel
Think of all the miracles you have experienced in your life so far. This card asks you to have faith that Heaven will continue to help and support you along the way. Your faith is a key factor right now, and it’s important that you keep it strong.
Like the angel in this cards’s painting, you are about to take a leap of faith. The message is that it’s safe for you to make this leap – you’re finally following your heart’s wisdom, and it will pay you unseen dividends.
The situation you are contemplating is the right path, provided that you keep the faith. Your steady optimism will attract the opportunities and support you need, but any pessimism will push away or slow your progress.
Before you go to sleep each night, ask your guardian angel to clear away any fears that keep you from enjoying full faith. In the morning, you will notice your renewed and increased belief. Remember that with faith, all things are possible.”
I have complete faith that Karen has gone Home. She is with her dad, her sister, her step-father, and my own sister. We’ll see them all again, I KNOW this. It still hurts.
Today’s Deck:
Saints & Angels Oracle Cards by Doreen Virtue
Tomorrow I’m taking down her blog. So go look at it now if you haven’t recently, then bookmark it. There won’t be a link at my place after this.
Going camping this weekend–I’m sure it will be FULL of memories of Karen. The woman who taught me to read. The woman who taught me to write. The woman who taught me that women can be anything. Karen was my inspiration, my motivation, my most educational figure. I loved her for the opportunities she gave me, and for the courage she instilled in me.
((((HUGS))))
I’m so sorry that you lost a wonderful friend, and that her family lost a wonderful wife/mother. May the angels comfort all who are grieving, as they welcome her into their arms.
I’m so sorry, fgbvs to you and her family and friends. Death really is so painful, and nothing but time soothes that feeling of someone being wrenched out of your life. Much love and comfort to you all.
Jules, I am so, so sorry. Love and comfort to you and yours, your amazing friend Karen and hers.xoxo
*hugs* I’m sorry, Julie. Much love to all of your family and hers.
I am sorry to hear of Karen’s passing, and her journey home leaving those of us behind grieving. Hanna, great way to acknowledge her. Several people in my immediate circle have been touched by Death this week. My wish is for all of you to have strength, hope and faith as you adapt to lives without your friends, mentors and family.
Julie, I’m so sorry you lost your friend. Grief is about us and our loss, and not for who we lost because they are beyond that. I hope that you can find peace with this. I am glad you have your faith to sustain you.
My thoughts go out to you, your family, and Karen’s family, and everyone who feels the loss of her. FGBVs to all.
Huge hugs and FGBVS coming at you, babe. My heart hurts for your loss and pain. I know you’ll meet her again when the Wheel turns round. Blessings and the love of the goddess to you, xxx Deborah
Hugs and FGBVs and love for you and yours. I am so sorry that you are hurting and that you have lost your dear friend.
Oh, honey, I’m so, so sorry. There are no words . . . sending you loads of hugs and love and FGBVs and to all who knew Karen.
I’m so, so, sorry for the loss of your dear friend. I’ve lost two in the last seven years so I understand your heart is breaking. I’d offer words of comfort if I had any, but I’m afraid there probably aren’t any. I’ll keep you and those who loved her in my thoughts today.
Hugs.
thinking of you, Julie– sending fgbvs and light and love.
So sorry Sis. I wish I was there to sit with you in your pain. I love you.
Hanna, beautifully put. My heart breaks for you. <3
Soooo, sorry. Many {{{HUGS}}} and FGBV’s to you and yours. Lots of love, Robin and Saver of Bugs
Oh honey – I’m so sorry. Do what you need to do to take care of yourself and know that you are loved.
Sending healing vibes to you and Karen’s family. I read her blog, and can’t imagine having that strength. What a loss for the world. I wish I could be more than a virtual hugger. Love, love, love you.
I’m so, so sorry sweetie. Hugs and love and healing vibes to you and all who are feeling her loss. May her memory always make you smile.
I’m so sorry, Julie. I didn’t know Karen, but she seemed like such a wonderful person. I’m sending you light and love.
Oh, Julie, I’m so sad for you. Big love and (((many hugs))).
FGBV’s Julie, it’s never easy, even knowing your good friend has gone Home. Hugs and I’ll email soon.
Love you Julie,