She left this place for another........ Boxing Day 2009..................
VALIANT FIGHT
The valiant fight is not quick, nor easy
Tis' a struggle of arduous length
in which few have batted more nobly
fought with more courage or strength
refusing to accept the probabilities and odds
odds that counted them an easy prey
striving to remain with cherished loved ones
determined they'd somehow find a way
bravely enduring pain and weakness
in exchange for the chance it would provide
to their body more time to fight the battle
hoping for a healing overtime
giving their best through all the challenges
pushing their body past the limits of its strengths
touching the hearts of all who witnessed
this battle over unexpected lengths
.......and for a time even death itself
turned and hung its head in shame
subdued by the courage and valiant strength it saw
in the soul it sought to claim...........
yet the purposes of eternity can't always be understood
from within our earthly frame
and at times death's rebirth to a life eternal
accomplishes purposes we're unable to explain
so there are times when death is allowed
to take a soul fighting the valiant fight
yet the fighter's courage and bravery isn't diminished
when the outcome is death, instead of life
and family and friends are left with a deep assurance
of just how deeply they are loved.........
Your forever in our hearts Kath xxxxx
Back soon "In Stitches"
Natalie x
Hey Nat! I's so sorry to hear your wonderful frien Kath is no longer with you, but am so glad you have fantastic and special memories of her that you and her other loving friends created for the Christmas season. I pray those memories will be a soothing balm in this sad time. Big Bear Hugs! KRIS
Posted by: Kris Meares (Tag Along Teddies) | January 08, 2010 at 09:42 PM
I'm so so sorry for your loss Natalie. How blessed she was to have such lovely friends.
Hugs,
Joy :o)
Posted by: Joy | January 08, 2010 at 11:34 PM
Dear Natalie,
How sad.... It was nice that you had the opportunity to celebrate her birthday. Sorry for your loss.
Sandy N.
Posted by: SandyN | January 09, 2010 at 09:57 AM
Dear Natalie,
I'm so sorry about your friend. I know it sucks but at least you had that wonderful birthday party together. Remember she is alive in your heart, even though that is little consolation at the moment.
All my best wishes,
Hugs,Sharon
Posted by: Sharon L F | January 09, 2010 at 11:33 AM
Natalie, I am so sorry that you have lost your dear friend - what a sad time you have been having.
Take care,
Suzy
Posted by: Suzyq | January 09, 2010 at 11:59 AM
Hello Natalie, love prayers and thoughts to you and Kath's family.
Posted by: Bev C | January 09, 2010 at 12:51 PM
It's hard to lose a special friend, keep her close with your wonderful memories. Take care.
Lizzie
XXX
Posted by: Elizabeth | January 09, 2010 at 01:01 PM
So sorry Natalie. You and all her friends made her last few months special. These memories will be a comfort to you at this sad time. It's so unfair. My deepest symphathy. xx Sue
Posted by: Sue Benson | January 09, 2010 at 04:26 PM
Oh Natalie , I'm so very sorry for you all . Nothing I say can help you but my thoughts are with you and Kathys family , take care .
Posted by: clare's craftroom | January 09, 2010 at 06:50 PM
Natalie, I am so sad to read of your special friend Kathy's passing. Hold your special memories of her close to your heart and be thankful to have known her and for her to one of your special friends. Friends are our chosen sisters.
Posted by: Deb | January 09, 2010 at 07:47 PM
So sorry to read your news...(((hugs)))
Posted by: Sew Create It - Jane | January 10, 2010 at 04:43 AM
Hi Natalie, I am so sorry to hear abourt your loss of a dear friend. I am sure that you will hold many treasure and special memoruies close to your heart. How nice that you all got to celebrate and enjoy her birthday with her. Big hugs!
Posted by: Shiree | January 10, 2010 at 10:10 AM
Sorry to hear of your loss of a friend, may she rest in peace knowing you all loved her very much.
Lyn
Posted by: lyn lindsay | January 10, 2010 at 10:40 AM
Oh Natalie....how sad. To lose a good friend is hard. Know she is looking down on you with a smile on her face for knowing you. May you remember her everyday.
Posted by: SandyG | January 10, 2010 at 11:20 AM
Hi Natalie
I once came across a saying...
"Friends are the family you find along the way"...
The loss of a dear & close friend is like family.
Prayers and thoughts are with her family and you at this time.
Take care..
Chris NZ
Posted by: Chris | January 10, 2010 at 12:55 PM
Wonderful tribute to a precious friend. I am so sorry for your loss. She will be forever in your heart.
Posted by: Miss Nancy | January 12, 2010 at 02:07 AM
Will always be in your heart, and it was wonderful having known, having shared her life, I have no words for this time of sadness, only tell you that the memory always be alive in you and your family. A big hug from across the world. Vero
Posted by: Veronica | January 15, 2010 at 01:19 PM
Know how your feeling, not long lost our little Buddy :-(
xox to all
Posted by: Jodie | January 18, 2010 at 09:00 PM