A Peaceful moment......
Jul 27, 2016 11:25:31 #
It's been awhile since I've posted anything on UHH. Sometimes things happen in life that require 100% of our attention. Have debated in my mind just what I might say when this moment came that I would attempt another post. Sadly on June 12th our youngest daughter, Heather, (39) lost her husband. He was 42 & due to some health issues that seemed to be beyond his control.....he passed away. Moments like this are always a shock & naturally we needed to be there as much as possible for our daughter. She lives about 8 miles away so that really helps. She appears to be doing OK & was able to return to work shortly after his funeral. Last week we offered to take her on a mini road trip to Illinois, which she really deserves, since she has been unable to get away for years. I might need to add another post soon just to share a few more shots of our adventure beyond this area.....which are quite colorful. Please enjoy some of the peaceful moments that we did experience.
Over looking the Mississippi River.
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Heather enjoying the view from our cottage.
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We stayed at Tara Point Inn & Cottages in Grafton, IL.
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The house in the distance is The Inn part & where the owners live. Notice the 2 deer. They were right outside our window, but moved before I took this shot!
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The gazebo where we were perched up high on the bluffs overlooking the Mississippi.
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Our plan was to further explore the river on a ferry which we did & will share later.
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For those of you with good eyes.....there are 3 deer in this one. I was going for the one running & saw the others later!!
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Peace............
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Jul 27, 2016 11:33:07 #
Nice shots, and condolences to your daughter for her terrible loss. Good that she has family so close to help her thru this difficult time.
Jul 27, 2016 11:35:45 #
Our children (or their spouses) should not pass before we do but sometimes it does happen. Sorry for you loss Bob because what affects your daughter will. certainly affect you also.
I hope she was able to take some comfort from the beautiful countryside.
I hope she was able to take some comfort from the beautiful countryside.
Jul 27, 2016 11:39:14 #
My condolences to your daughter. Times like these are never easy. Thoughts and prayers going her way.
--Bob
--Bob
Bob I 41 wrote:
It's been awhile since I've posted anything on UHH... (show quote)
Jul 27, 2016 11:42:46 #
My heart goes out to you and your family. The pictures were very peaceful looking. Prayers for peace and comfort coming your way!
Jul 27, 2016 12:00:25 #
A lovely series of images, Bob. I understand the loss to your family and especially your daughter, my condolences.
Jul 27, 2016 12:54:02 #
Jul 27, 2016 14:19:46 #
A parents worst nightmare and sorry you had this difficult experience. I'm sure your daughter is grateful for thoughtfulness. Thanks for sharing and the nice photos.
Jul 28, 2016 00:07:05 #
Treepusher wrote:
Nice shots, and condolences to your daughter for her terrible loss. Good that she has family so close to help her thru this difficult time.
Thank you Treepusher......for the kind thoughts. As parents, we are glad to be so close & to be able to be there for her. Her sister & her family also live close by so that has also been a great help. Much appreciated, Bob
Jul 28, 2016 00:17:11 #
Mike D. wrote:
Our children (or their spouses) should not pass before we do but sometimes it does happen. Sorry for you loss Bob because what affects your daughter will. certainly affect you also.
I hope she was able to take some comfort from the beautiful countryside.
I hope she was able to take some comfort from the beautiful countryside.
Thank you Mike D. for your thoughtful comment. It is hard to see ones daughter loose her husband & I will admit to finding it an extremely emotional moment. Heather did enjoy our get away & appreciated the beauty of seeing something different. Thanks again, Bob
Jul 28, 2016 00:19:14 #
rmalarz wrote:
My condolences to your daughter. Times like these are never easy. Thoughts and prayers going her way.
--Bob
--Bob
Thank you rmalarz........Your thoughts & prayers are very much appreciated.
Jul 28, 2016 00:33:53 #
Jim S. wrote:
My heart goes out to you and your family. The pictures were very peaceful looking. Prayers for peace and comfort coming your way!
Thank you Jim S......We appreciate your kind words and thanks for checking out what I hoped were "peaceful" pictures. Wasn't sure if I should have even mentioned what happened, but with comments coming across like I'm seeing......it feels reassuring to have others be so thoughtful. Mahalo, Bob
Jul 28, 2016 00:37:56 #
Bushpilot wrote:
A lovely series of images, Bob. I understand the loss to your family and especially your daughter, my condolences.
Thank you Bushpilot.......for enjoying the pictures of "A Peaceful moment" and understanding our loss. Much appreciated, Bob
Jul 28, 2016 00:42:00 #
ebbote wrote:
Very good series of a very beautiful area Bob.
Thanks ebbote.......for catching this series. We did find it very peaceful & beautiful at a time when it was needed. Bob
Jul 28, 2016 00:55:59 #
jederick wrote:
A parents worst nightmare and sorry you had this difficult experience. I'm sure your daughter is grateful for thoughtfulness. Thanks for sharing and the nice photos.
Thanks jederick.......for your understanding on how rough something like this can be in ones life. It's one of the hardest moments I've ever gone through. Our daughter is like an angel & was to her husband during what would have been 7 years of marriage come August. We will dwell on the good moments to help her through this & continue to make new happy memories for the future. She enjoyed this mini road trip & showed her appreciation. Glad you enjoyed the photos. Bob
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