I awoke this morning to a text message from my son Jason.
I hadn’t heard the news he was asking about.
I had to go searching.
I had just woken up, so things were bleary and my heart was pounding trying to find out what had happened.
Life is like that. We always THINK we have time to tell those we love that we do love them.
We think there is time to mend fences, to reconnect, to make memories ---
But we don’t. Things can change in the blink of an eye.
You may remember my mom’s sister, my Aunt Joy who was on the Alaska cruise with me last July. We are only 5 years apart in age and I worshiped her growing up. She was the older sister I never had.
Through google I found out some details I didn’t want to read.
Her son, my cousin Andy was killed in a motorcycle accident last night.
We are gutted. Senseless.
I don’t have any more details.
But I feel the need to take a couple days off of social media.
I will return, but right now, my thoughts are with my family.
Quiltville Quote of the Day
My heart is reeling. If you still have your parents, call them, forgive them, love them. The same thing with your siblings. Any rift needs to be mended. Reach out and talk to your children. Life is busy, and we always think we have more time. The fact is, we don't.
We really don’t.
Vintage Star Quilt found in Texas.
185 comments:
Bonnie, I am so sorry! My prayers are with your entire family as you walk through this pain.
Oh, that is always the worst sort of thing to wake up to. My deepest sympathies, may the grieving also include many happy memmories as you make new moments together sharing your loss.
I am so, so sorry for you and your family Bonnie. My heart and thoughts are with you.
Bonnie, so sorry to hear of this sudden loss to your family circle... take your much deserved break from all social media and plug into family now! Sending sweet thoughts to you ... Kathi
Thinking of you and your family.
Sincere condolences. Of course take all the time you need. Your Family is irreplaceable. We will still be here when you return. Prayers and love going out to you and your family.
I am sorry for your family's loss.
I am so sorry for your loss. You have my prayers.
Praying for you during this time.
I am so sorry for your loss...My prayers are with you and your family....Peace..
You are so right. Know that you and your family are being lifted in prayer for peace and comfort right now. I am so sorry, Bonnie; such tragic and heartbreaking news. Hugs~
So sorry, Bonnie, for your family's loss.
We will be here when you can come back.
Christine from Ontario
So sorry to hear of this loss in your life. Hugs to you and all those you hold dear.
Hugs and prayers for your family.
Bonnie - I am so very sorry to hear this. You and your family are in my thoughts and my prayers. Take care and come back to us when you are ready - we will be here.
I am so sorry for the loss of your cousin. Hugs to you and to Joy. Take all the time you need for your family. We will be here when you come back. xoxo
So sorry to hear of your loss. Hugs and prayers for you and your family!
I'm so sorry. I have many cousins who are special to me. Family is dear and to be cherished. Today is my mom's birthday. She has dementia and doesn't know what day it is, let alone know us. Life can be cruel. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your entire family.
oh Bonnie I am so sorry to hear of this loss. Take all the time you need to hugs on all your loved ones we will all still be here waiting and praying for your family. Prayers of comfort and peace are covering your entire family. Peace be with you.
Prayers for your family, sorry for your loss.
Hugs and prayers being offered to you and your family! Take all the time you need~ We'll be here for you when you return.
With Sincere Condolences~
Hugs Bonnie.
Take time to be with your family. My prayers flying your way. Hugs!!! Sonya
Praying for your family, your Aunt, and all who will miss this loved one with his passing.
I'm so sorry. Hugs.
Hugs Bonnie,
Thank you for letting us know. We would all be worried if we did not hear from you for days.
Prayers and Hugs.
My since condolences for your loss. May peace be with you and your family at this difficult time. So sorry to hear this sad news.
So sorry Bonnie. (((Hugs))) to you all.
Nancy
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I'm so sorry to hear about your family great loss. I will keep you in my thoughts.
Lots of hugs and many more prayers, Bonnie. We all hope you take as much time as you need to, and know we will still be here for you when you feel like coming back. God Bless you and your family with peace.
Sending hugs, prayers and love to your family...enjoy your time out!
Hugs!
I'm so sorry to hear about your cousin. My thoughts are with you and your family.
You and your family will be in my thoughts. My husband lost his last two siblings within the past 6 weeks. Thankfully, he was able to spend time with each of them before they passed away. Take as much time as you need. Family FIRST!!
Bonnie, you, and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs.
Bonnie, you, and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs.
So sorry for your loss. Sending hugs and prayers.
Words are never enough ((((((hugs))))))
Take all the time you need, we will pray for you and your family. I cannot imagine the pain of your loss....sending love....
Becki
Caltexgal@aol.com
So sorry Bonnie! Family tragedies either bring us closer or rip us further apart. I pray that your family unites and finds strength.
Wishing I had the perfect words to give you peace and comfort. My prayers are with you and the family. Wish there were something I could do to help you thru this difficult challenging time. Cats
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
You are so right. Had the same situation with a sibling. He was killed in a motorcycle accident two years ago and we had not spoken in several years. I tried to mend but he was unwilling but that does not heal the regrets. It's good to "time out" occasionally!. Will be praying for your emotional healing.
So sorry Bonnie, When my son was murdered I was woken up at 3 A.M. by the Sheriff's Deputy & handed a business card with a phone # to call. This is the worst kind of wake up call anyone can get. My thought & prayers are with you & your family as you go thro this difficult time!!
So sorry for your family's loss. Thoughts, prayers & hugs to you and your family.
So sorry that you lost your cousin. Take all the time you need to mourn. We will wait patiently for you to return to us.
Prayers for your family, Bonnie. Take all the time off you need.
Oh Bonnie, I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you, your Aunt and all your family, take all the time you need to be with your family.
GwenH
May the memories of happy times spent together as a family bring you peace and comfort now and in the future. Prayers for all of you are being lifted up.
If ever there was a time to take a social media break. I am sorry for your loss. Take care of you and yours. We will be here when you get back.
Family first, Bonnie. Prayers for u and all those grieving. Hugs to u and hope u feel the love we all have for u.
Bonnie,
So sorry to hear of the loss that you and your family are experiencing right now. We all understand your need to focus your thoughts and time with your family now, please do all you need to do for yourself. We are all behind you and are praying for you.
Karen
Take all the time you need. I understand first hand.
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Sprayers for you and your family.
So very sorry for your loss. I have a similar relationship with my aunt. Her daughter committed suicide last week. I feel your pain in mine.
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Sending my prayers to you and your family ♥
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I am sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort for your family.
Prayers going out to you and your family. My heart aches for you and yours!
I'm so sorry. As you say...hold loved ones close, forgive readily and cherish every moment.
We lost dear friends (husband and wife) in a car crash just a few weeks ago. Pain and grief are best shared
Much love xxx
Sorry terrible.... praying for you all
Sorry terrible.... praying for you all
So sorry for your loss , my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . Take all the time you need .
Prayers to you and your family Bonnie, we must hold our loved ones close. Sending loving thoughts and hugs.
So sorry for your loss! Our prayers are with you and your family. May you find healing from your grief and sorrow. Taking a break is a good thing for you . We will all miss you and celebrate when you are able to return!
Ellie Lively
We went through the same thing five years ago with my nieces daughter in a wreck. She was 18. We know too well what you will have to deal with. Stay strong you all can do this with the support and love of each other.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May his memory be eternal.
Lord have mercy on Bonnie and her family.
Words cannot express the sadness I feel for you and your family. May you draw from the never ending love and comfort given by our heavenly Father. My prayers are with you.
Bonnie, I'm so sorry to hear about your cousin. May God hold you and your family in his arms and give you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Bonnie, I'm so sorry for your and your familys loss. My prayers are with you and your family at this time!
I am sorry for your loss and that of all your family. You are very good about putting your family first and valuing them. I hope there is a way that you can reach put to Joy in a meaningful way at this time.
Oh no! What a horrible way to wake up and I don't even know the young man but my heart aches for you, his mom, and all the others who will be impacted by this terrible loss. May God bless and comfort you at this time. Don't you worry a moment about taking some time off, we'll still be here when your head quits reeling. I wish I were close enough to give you a big hug and a pot of chicken and dumplings. Hugs and comfort food cover a lot of hurt.
Lots of prayers and hugs coming your way and for your family. My heart goes out for you and them.
I'm so sorry for your loss. We lost a wonderful 23 year - old friend on Labor Day weekend to a sudden, catastrophic brain bleed and we are all reeling. My heart goes out to all of you.
Thoughts and prayers for you and your family in this time of tragedy and grief. Hugs.
So sorry for your family's loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bless.
Much love, hugs and prayers for you and your family.
So very sorry Bonnie. A tragic loss.
Bonnie, I am so sorry for your families lost. We lost a nephew in a car accident Labor Day and it left a large hole in our hearts. Go, be with your family, hug them tight. See you when you come back. Love and prayers, Barbara
Bonnie, this is so heartbreaking. And it is so true. Hug the ones you love. Smile at people. Be kind. Everything goes by so fast and we sometimes don't get the chance to say the things we really want to. Thanks for your words of wisdom. Take care and be with your family,
Bonnie, I'm so sorry for your loss. My sweet brother died just three weeks ago suddenly and it still hurts. God Bless!!!
Prayers for you and your family, Bonnie. News of the loss of a family member is always terrible, but it is more devastating when it is sudden and unexpected. Hugs.
Hugs to you Bonnie. May your wonderful memories keep you as you walk this journey. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
So sorry for your family's loss. Take as much time as you need. We will be here waiting. Deepest condolences.
I am so sad for you & your family. I know exactly how you are feeling. I'll be waiting patiently for you to return when you are ready.
Bonnie, So sorry to read of your family's loss. I feel for you as my husband had a serious motorcycle accident several years ago, We did not know if he would make it or not. Luckily he did, but I pray every time he goes out on it since then. Take as much time as you need, we will wait patiently for you to return. The quilting community, your community, is a patient, loving one. We'll be here when you're ready! hugs and prayers.
so sorry for your loss. I lost a nephew in a car accident and know how so suddenly your life is changed. May God give you peace,
My sincere condolences to you and yours. This is family time now.
Kindest regards, Kerry
In my prayers. Take the time you need.
oh bonnie, my heart aches for you and your family. we lost our 7 year old granddaughter last thanksgiving from a head on collision. we miss her so. please know you will be in all of our thoughts and prayers as you try to make sense of this.
many little tender mercies will be shown your family at this time. enjoy your family and hug often.
My sincere condolences to you and your family. Hugs and prayers. Take a;; the time you need, Bonnie. We will be here when you are ready.
Oh Bonnie-I am soooo sorry to hear this horrible news. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings to all
Hi Bonnie, I pray for comfort for you and your family. It is such a sad time; but it will be a great time for you to share love for each other.
Heartbreaking news ... so very sorry for your family's loss. Prayers for God's love to wrap your entire family together at this time. We are always here for you. Linda
Bonnie, my condolences to your entire family. I pray that you will feel the loving arms of our heavenly Father enclosing you all close. May his peace and comfort come to your hearts.
Bonnie, your whole "Quilting Family" is praying and thinking of you and your whole "Life Family" and we will hold you in our hearts - we love you and we will love you through "radio silence" and out the other side. Take the time you need, please. My heart, all our hearts, cry with you.
-Maria in Tucson
Bonnie -- I am so very sorry for your loss. No one can ever imagine the grief in losing a child. Please take as much time as you need to gather your strength for your loss and to help support your family members. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sad. Sorry for your loss. I wish I had family to call, but my parents, sister & son have all passed. So true, things are different in the blink of an eye.
Sad. Sorry for your loss. I wish I had family to call, but my parents, sister & son have all passed. So true, things are different in the blink of an eye.
That is the worst possible wake up call. I am so sorry for you and your family. There is no easy way to go through a loss like this. My family lost one of our nieces last year to a drunk driver and it is still so raw. My prayers are with you and your family Bonnie.
Bonnie I am so sorry for your loss.that is very sad news.prayers and love sent to you and your family right now...praying for strength and comfort in this time..take all the time you need...we all care for you take care of yourself right now.
I'm so sorry Bonnie. Our prayers and love wrap around you and yours.
Bonnie, I am so sorry for you and your family. I hope that your years of wonderful memories will help you through this difficult time.
Thoughts and Prayers to you and your family Bonnie.
I'm so sorry for your loss, Bonnie. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
So sorry for your loss. Waking up to horrible news is awful. Sending love and prayers from Omaha, Nebraska.
So very sorry for the loss of your cousin. Prayers for your entire family...
Prayers to you and your family.
So sorry. Sending love your way...
I am sorry for the loss of your cousin. Healing thoughts to you and your family.
So very sorry for your loss! Bonnie, take as much time as you need... Go to Joy.. do what you have to do for your family.... In my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time...
Let me add my condolences to those of everyone else. It's a terrible thing to lose a child. I know from experience. My heart goes out to you, your aunt, and the rest of your family. I ache with you, and I hope you are able to draw strength from all the love being sent your way.
So sorry to hear this. Small world, a boy I used to babysit was a friend of his. I saw it on his fb and couldn't believe it. So many mourning your loss.
So sorry for your loss. I lost my oldest and my heart aches for your family.
Bonnie, so sorry for your family's loss. I will be keeping you and your family in my prayers.
So sorry, Bonnie. Take all the time you need. Family first! Hugs!! 🙏💕
May you find peace and comfort. Sending prayers for you and your family
My sincere condolences. I took your advice & made a call that was too long coming. Thank you. Always put your family & yourself first. You owe us no explanations. You will see him again! Praise God! We don't know God's will but we do know He is not a mean God- there is a reason for everything. I know it hurts & I'm sending hugs & prayers you & your families way...
I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray that your family will find peace during the diffcult days ahead.
My sincere condolences. I took your advice & made a call that was too long coming. Thank you. Always put your family & yourself first. You owe us no explanations. You will see him again! Praise God! We don't know God's will but we do know He is not a mean God- there is a reason for everything. I know it hurts & I'm sending hugs & prayers you & your families way...
Hugs and prayerful thoughts Bonnie.
I am so sorry to learn the sad news. May you find comfort in knowing that your many friends and admirers are holding you in their prayers. God bless you and your family, especially during this very difficult time.
Can't put into words how you must feel. I lost my father to a traffic accident and found out by phone in the middle of the night. I have hated the telephone ever since, but to me it's a necessary evil. Take out your private time, no one is going to mind. My love and thoughts are with you.
Linda
Bonnie, I'm so sorry for your tragic loss. I agree you need some time to grieve, out of the public eye. Thank you for the reminder to LOVE our loved ones... there you are thinking of others (us) in the midst of your own tragedy. Bless you and the whole family, Bonnie. May God's amazing grace be all over your Aunt Joy right now.
Roll up in your favorite quilt and take time to be with family. Family comes first and we will be here when you are ready to come back. So sorry for your loss Bonnie. Hugs from Seattle!!!
Bonnie:
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your cousin. My heart and Prayers go out to you and your family during this time of Great Loss. Please know you can take all the time you need to spending time with family. We, your Fans and extended family will be here when you can get back to us.
Donna
Kasilof, AK
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Take all the time you need to comfort and heal, everyone will still be here for you.
Bonnie,
je suis de tout coeur avec vous dans ces moments terribles.
Domie
I am so sorry for your family's loss. What a terrible thing. Hugs from Anchorage.
Oh Bonnie, big hugs to you. You are so right, reach out to the ones you love. Time is short, but may feel long. Life is way to short. Hang in there, hugs, prayers and love your way and your families. Dena
Bonnie....I am so sorry for your loss. I have had recent losses that I am still reeling from and I will miss them so very much.... The world doesn't give us much time for grief anymore, so you have to take what time you need based on your or your family needs. God bless you and your family, and I wish you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Bonnie i,m so sorry to hear of sad news about your cousin ,my prayers to you and family god bless
My heartfelt condolences Bonnie. May you and your family feel the love and support that is being poured out at this difficult time. I pray God's peace surround you, His strength sustain you, and His love fill you. May all that you have given to others come back to you tenfold.
NOW A NOTE TO THE QUILTERS OUT THERE, I PROPOSE WE SHOWER BONNIE WITH SCRAPPY BLOCKS. ONE OF HER 9" STAR BLOCKS. SHE DOES SO MUCH FOR US, TIME FOR US TO GIVE BACK. SIGN YOUR BLOCK WITH YOUR NAME AND CITY.
Bonnie... My heart and my prayers go out to you, your aunt, your family, and anyone affected by this senseless tragedy. As a biker myself it absolutely devastates me EVERY single time I hear of another mother, father, grandma, grandpa, cousin, aunt, uncle, child, and ANYTHING else I may have overlooked... It is devestating and completely unnecessary... If we all just slow down a little bit, think of others, be more selfless, be more careful, and just look out in general please please don't drive drunk, drinking, tired, distracted, texting, and ANYTHING else that could possibly keep us from paying attention properly... This could save someone's life and saving one life is HUGE! Again Bonnie I am so sorry for your loss and hugs and prayers for you all.
Cindy..
I like your idea of showering Bonnie with 9" scrappy star blocks!!! I am excited to start those tomorrow!!! Let's all shower her with scrappy quilt love!!! Thank you for that idea Cindy!!!!
So, so sorry for you and your family! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am so sorry for the loss of your cousin and pain your family is feeling! Praying for peace and comfort and many sweet memories!!
Much love and many prayers for you and your family. Bonnie. Take as much time as you and your family need. We'll be here when you come back.
Ann
My deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family. Life is too short, we must enjoy each moment God has given us.
So sorry for your news. Praying for you and your family. God be with you at this time.
So sorry Bonnie.Sending prayers and hugs for you and your family!
Very heartbreaking. So sad when someone dies at a young age...My prayers to you and your family.
Lily
Family first! Devastating .
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of heartache.
So, so sorry for your loss. Love on your family. They are what matter. Hugs
There is nothing to be sorry for. You need your family and they need you. Praying.
So sorry for you and tour family. Hugs.
Dearest Bonnie, My heart aches for you in your tragic loss. You are right, life is too short it has a way of creeping up on you. Please take all the time you need, you can see there are a lot of people holdIng you up in prayer during this painful time. Let us bless you now as you normally cheer our lives daily! God bless you and your family.
oh, bonnie, i am so sorry to hear this news...and thank you for the reminder to always tell those close to you that you love them. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time...sending love and hugs...
I am so sorry for your loss. You are so right--there is no time like the present to tell those you are close to that you love them, and mend any fences that may be between you and others. Life is too short to spend time on grievances and grudges.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs for you and your family.
So very sorry Bonniefor your loss. My condolences. You are so right we think there will be more time and than you get a shock that makes you think.
Lots of hugs and love!!!!!
Yoka Bazilewich
Bonnie. I am so sorry to hear about your family's loss. You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers. You need to take all the time you need to be with your family. Peace until you return.
Oh Bonnie I'm so sorry. Sending out prayers and love to you.
My condolences to the entire family. May God bring you all peace.
Blessings and prayers to you and your family. Family is everything.
My sympathies to you and yours. Take care of yourself and your family.
So very sorry for your loss Bonnie.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss.
I'm so sorry to read this Bonnie. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So happy you are taking time for yourself and family. I have, for years, worried about and your health in all you do and how you just go go go .... Take time- everyone understands. We're all not going anywhere. Cancel something if you need to- do what you need to do. Love ya. Big hug
My sincere condolences Bonnie--take all the time you need. I will be praying for you and your family and will be here when you return. (((hugs)))
Bonnie - As we all in one way or another relate to your sudden loss know that your whole community of quilters are with you and behind you at this difficult time. We all appreciate all that you give us with your time and knowledge.... it is your time to be with family to grieve, mend, remember and console. We are praying for you and yours and thinking of you at this most difficult time.
I am so sorry Bonnie. I know how you feel. Take as much time as you need. So tragic..... hugs.....
So sorry for your family's loss...your family will be in my prayers...hugs
You and your family are in my prayers. Take time to remember the good times, morn your loss and heal from the pain. We know what it is like to loose loved ones. Your quilt family is here to give you support.
Bonnie, I know that "punched in the gut" feeling when receiving such news. My heart hurts for you and the family. Prayers sent your way. May you all be surrounded with love and light.
Take care. We all love you. Thank you so much for your daily, uplifting thoughts and the healing it all brings.
Soft quiltie hugs for you, and prayers to surround you too. No words can say how sorry I am to hear your news.
We all need to TAKE THE TIME TO TAKE THE TIME ... never ever take life for granted.
MANY TRUE HUGS MISS BONNIE
JulieinTN
So sorry for your loss,
I do remember seeing you on the cruise with your mom and auntie. Her heart must be breaking
Please accept my condolences to you and your family
Quilt love wrapped all over your family,Wendy D
Hugs to you Bonnie. My deepest sympathies. Praying for you and your whole family as you deal with this sadness. Lisa in AK
Sending my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Life is short. Remember the good times that you all shared, and embrace them to help get you through this time of sorrow.
Thinking of you and your family. That's a terrible thing to happen - I do understand.
So very sorry, my heart goes out to you and your family.
So very sorry, my heart goes out to you and your family.
So sorry for this terrible loss to you and your family. Sending caring thoughts to
you.
I am so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family.
Oh Bonnie I am so sad for you and your family. Our across the street neighbor's daughter lost her husband to a motorcycle crash in Oregon. She came home with her two little ones minus their father. By all means tell your family that you love them.
XOXOXO Subee
Praying for you and your family. May all our thoughts and prayers help you through this difficult time.
Dear Bonnie please take as much time off as you can to be with family. All of this will be here when you come back. Give the hugs and kisses. Cry the tears. Say I love you to those you love, even to those you may not love, but need to be loved at this time. Take care of yourself and your family. We will all be all right. We all want to be with you right now to hug you and tell you we love you and Dave and the boys. Rick and Debi
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