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A bright, green ribbon is woven through your dark, wavy hair. It brings such light to each strand - making its way slowly, with quiet joy. Unassuming. Beautiful. Who put it there? A secret angel. She hovers gently as she laces it through each strand. She works in her own time - with steady, soothing care. The ribbon is narrow yet strong, appearing and receding, as if its length is pre-ordained. It bursts through the ends of your hair like the golden sun - forming two strands. She lovingly joins them together. Each half of the bow is now endlessly intertwined, and perfectly made - Faith and Hannah.
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Dear Faith and Hannah,
Each day of your life I know that your Daddy, Grandparents, Aunts & Uncles will all share their cherished memories of your Mommy. Their many warm, loving and funny stories of what she meant to them and how much her spirit is in each of you.
What I would like to share with you is how your Mommy touched everyone she has ever known or even just met. It was in her radiant smile… her warmth bubbled over. It was in the twinkle in her eyes, everything and everyone brightened in her presence. It was in her touch… she had a heart-felt hug for all. And it was in her genuine sweetness.
God gave her a very kind soul and she shared it generously with everyone she knew. Lorena Anaya was truly an Angel on this Earth.
Your Mommy was exuberant the second she new each of you were coming into the world…. her joy, happiness and love knew no bounds. She will always be your special angel. Her eternal love and spirit will reside in your hearts and guide you through life.
It was an honor to know your Mommy and to call her my friend.
Hugs, kisses and love,
Sheila Markstrom
Faith & Hannah,
I didn't get to meet your mommy but I knew her through your Aunt Carmen. A month before anyone knew your mommy was going to have Faith, your Aunt Carmen said I want to be aunt sooo bad! Who would have thought that in such a short time she would have both of you. You are very lucky to have Carmen in your lives because she loved your mommy so much and she will always be there for you. Carmen will never let the wonderful memories of your mother fade.
Lidia B.
Dear Faith & Hannah,
I want you both to know what a blessing it was to know your Mommy. She wanted nothing more than to be a mother to you both. She cherished every moment she spent with you.
Your Mom always had a kind word to say about and to everyone. She was always there when anyone needed her and always put others first. She was an inspiration to everyone she met.
Just know that your Mommy is in heaven with God now and is watching over you every moment. She will always be with you in spirit and remember that every time you look to the heavens, know that your Mommy is looking right back at you smiling.
I am so glad that I had the privilege to know someone as wonderful as your Mommy.
Wishing you both everything life has to offer...
Dawn
26 Beautiful One-liners
1. Give God what's right -- not what's left.
2. Man's way leads to a hopeless end -- God's way leads to an
endless hope.
3. A lot of kneeling will keep you in good standing.
4. He who kneels before God can stand before anyone.
5. In the sentence of life, the devil may be a comma--but never let him
be the period.
6. Don't put a question mark where God puts a period.
7. Are you wrinkled with burden? Come to the church for a face-lift.
8. When praying, don't give God instructions - just report for duty.
9. Don't wait for six strong men to take you to church.
10. We don't change God's message -- His message changes us.
11. The church is prayer-conditioned.
12. When God ordains, He sustains.
13. WARNING: Exposure to the Son may prevent burning.
14. Plan ahead -- It wasn't raining when Noah built the ark.
15. Most people want to serve God, but only in an advisory position.
16. Suffering from truth decay? Brush up on your Bible.
17. Exercise daily -- walk with the Lord.
18. Never give the devil a ride -- he will always want to drive.
19. Nothing else ruins the truth like stretching it.
20. Compassion is difficult to give away because it keeps coming back.
21. He who angers you controls you.
22. Worry is the darkroom in which negatives can develop.
23. Give Satan an inch & he'll be a ruler.
24. Be ye fishers of men -- you catch them & He'll clean them.
25. God doesn't call the qualified, He qualifies the called.
26. Read the Bible -- It will scare the hell out of you.
Dear Aurillo and girls-
We are sorry to hear about everything that has gone on with you all and Lorie. Aurillo-if you need anything please call us. We have always here for you- Jeff and Heather Vettese
Lorena, lorena…was the tune I used to sing you. I’m so sorry I didn’t get to say goodbye and thank you. Thank you for always caring, for your sincerity, for the giggles when I needed them, and for sharing your light with those around you. Show ‘em your stuff up there girly!
To Lorie’s Thrifty family, there are no words to express how sad I am that Lorie is gone. It has been heartwarming to see the tremendous expression of love and support you have given Lorie, her loved ones, and each other…and I wish I were there with you to celebrate her life and grieve her loss. My love to you all.
Faith and Hannah, your Mom had such a bright and strong spirit and she truly leaves a lasting impression on this earth. One of the things I appreciated most about your Mom was that whenever she talked to me, she was with me in the moment and truly cared about me. And oh my, that smile! A silly little memory to share, but my favorite…Lorie always called me Ms. McKenna. We were chatting in a group one day at work about our favorite names and mine was McKenna. Ever since that time, she called me Ms. McKenna because every time she did she knew it would make me smile.
My heart is with you, your father, and loved ones. Take care of each other.
Amy Hildebrand
Faith and Hannah,
I have tried all day to find the perfect words, yet there aren't any. My fondest memory of your mom is when she would talk about wanting to be a mother. She and your dad had discussed adopting, but it didn't work out. So she was VERY surprised and SO happy when she found out she was going to have Faith. Her lifelong dream was finally coming true. Once you were born, her beautiful smile just radiated. Some people would have panicked at the thought of two babies so close together. No, not your mom...all she could think of was two little Faiths, twice the joy.
Knowing your mom has made me a better person. I look forward to seeing her again.
Know that you are loved beyond the stars. Your mom will never be far.
God Bless You and Your Daddy,
Kerri Lopez
I’m just a lady who got to know Lorie at work. When I started at Dollar Thrifty she was the first person I worked with on a project. She hooked me right away. You couldn’t be around her and not feel energized and cherished in the same instant. She wrapped you in friendship like a warm wool coat on a sub-zero evening. Like Will Rogers, I don’t think she ever met a human she didn’t like.
Faith and Hannah, you were to her the elixir of life itself. Faith, she showed me your picture the first time we met – she couldn’t wait to get home at night to be with you. Hannah, she was so excited about your arrival. Her patience was wearing thin with pregnancy because she just wanted to see your beautiful face. I kept teasing her that you would arrive early - - she said, “I hope so, I can’t wait to see her!”
Aurelio, she was so proud of the family you and she created. She rejoiced in her husband and children. Your load is heavy right now, may the many hands of family and friends make it lighter and may God’s blessings make the way easier.
Our family has been praying for yours. When I told my sister about Lorie today, she reminded me, “Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened.” The memory of Lorie’s unconditional friendship and love will forever bring a smile to many of our faces. Bless you, Lorie. I’m so thankful I had the opportunity to know you.
hello,
I'm tannia, one of lories friends. I'm srry about what happened......I hope God can replace that melancholy with faith that you will see her again someday. Every one who was friends or family of lorie.....I'm hoping ya'll can be happy again. I know what its like 2 feel this way.....I hope that the children are okay....comemnt on my site.......or go to my msn.....first send me a me-mil: Godsbrunette@hotmail.com
Thank You.........
i meant one of lories friends friends....sorry
Faith and Hannah,
I am simply one more in a very very long list of people who's life was touched by your mom.
I will miss her sweet soft smile.
I will even miss her trying to get me to "drink more water Miss Mary because it is good for you".
She never did believe me when I said "I would rust if I drank water".
She could always make me laugh.
Faith, I remember when your mom told me she was pregnant with you. I didn't know a person could smile as big as your mom did at that moment.
I saw that same smile again when she found out she was pregnant with you Hannah.
Lorie love life almost as much as life loved her.
To say that I will miss her doesn't seem to be enough, but it is all i have left. I seem to be running out of band-aids for my heart these days.
Aurillo, Faith, Hannah and all the rest of the family, please know that if there is anything in this world that you need or that needs to be done, all you have to do is ask.
There are many many hands waiting to help. Many many arms ready to hold....
I work in the field and relied on Lorie many times for support to questions. She was always happy, willing, and eager to help and I loved her for that! She will be missed for many reasons!
Lorie
Today we lost an angel,
God called her home to him.
So many people loved her here,
The light in our hearts is dim.
Lorie had a beautiful spirit,
And a smile on her face.
Her life was full of love, compassion,
Kindness and grace.
I’ve never known anyone like her,
So sweet and kind to others,
In Christ she had so many, many
Sisters and brothers.
I can’t imagine life without her,
She meant so much to me,
She made me stop and think,
About the person I want to be.
I’m so thankful that I knew her,
To have her in my life,
I’m so sorry Aurelio will have to live
Without his wonderful wife.
Lorie left behind two beautiful babies,
Her husband, family and friends.
It’s going to take a long, long time
For our broken hearts to mend.
We don’t know why God called her home
To Heaven above,
But we do know that because she lived,
Our hearts were left with love.
In loving memory
Cindy Schonholtz
January 7, 2006
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