Celebrating Terry

[weisssoccermom]

Tomorrow (6/25) will mark the 1 year anniversary of Terry's death. I find myself missing her more lately and, as I just told Shana today, I've got to remind myself these past few days that no, I just can't pick up the phone to call her and talk. This past year has been really difficult for me, especially the holidays and Terry's birthday. While I have lost parents and other older relatives, I had never experienced the loss of a close friend....it was incredibly difficult. I've stayed in touch with her daughters and while I wasn't able to attend Holly's wedding this weekend, I was there (as was Terry) in spirit and I will continue to be there, Shana and Holly, for you....just as your mom would have wanted me to be.

Terry....you left such an impression on me. We were fast friends and I will never forget you. Your sense of humor....well you had to experience it to know what I mean! She made me laugh and remember what it was like to be free to act however I wanted. The ties of 'adulthood' often went by the wayside when Terry and I would yack on the phone. Geez how I miss the phone conversations about our hubbies and the weekly discussions about the contestants on DWTS and The Biggest Loser. I miss you terribly my friend and when we meet again, remember that we have a 'date' for a glass of lemonade.

While I hate this disease, I recognize how LUCKY I am. I've met some wonderful people.....people who I would never had met if not for this disease....and I count Terry among them.
Until we meet again my friend...

I'll love you for forever
I'll like you always
As long as I'm living
My friend you will be.

Hugs,
Jaynee

[NWgirl]

I've often heard the first year is the hardest. All those "firsts" without your loved one. I hope this next year is a little easier.

Thinking of you.

[dianne052506]

Jaynee,

Deep, long-lasting friendship is something not everyone is blessed to know. "Kindred souls" is my term for it - the friends that can share your thoughts even when you aren't able to share words. You and Terry were so lucky to have each other. Hold on tight to those wonderful memories and the extended family Terry gave you.

Dianne

[Lisahopes]

Jaynee I can understand your pain.

What also remained in my mind in relation to Terry and what made me sad, was how her kids described their father's treatment of her. I suppose it triggered for me the way my mom was treated by her own partner.

I know that we are the ones sufferring now, whereas our loved ones know no pain or dissappointment.

Hugs!

[3sweeties]

Jaynee, you were a great friend to my mom, and I know that today is going to be hard for you too. Not only did you support my mom during during her battle with cancer, you also supported her in many other ways. You tried doing everything you could to help her, and I know she was grateful for such a wonderful friendship with you.

It has been so nice having you to talk to over this past year, and hearing all the stories you have of my mom. You have been such a great support in system in my life and my kids life, I can't tell you how grateful I am to you. The things you have done and the time you take out of your life to check up on us means so much to us. You have stepped up and did things that my mom always wanted to do for kids. I honestly can say, I have never met someone so sweet and caring like you. I know my mom is smiling down with joy knowing how much you have been here for us.

Again, thank you for all you support through all this, Jaynee.

Shana

[weisssoccermom]

Shana,
Thank you. I'm not sure what to say....your words bring tears to my eyes. I will try to call you later today as I know that this day will be difficult for you as well. Hug the girls for me and today, when you think of your mom, do it with a smile on her face knowing that she was one of a kind and she loved you and her grandchildren more than you can ever know. Keep her memory alive in your heart and your mind and then she will always be with you.
Hugs,
Jaynee

[Guinevere]

She's been on my mind the last couple of days and I knew it was around the time we lost her last year but didn't consciously realize that time was upon us. I know I've missed here quite a bit over this last year. I'm praying her family and closer friends have some peace today knowing she's with the Lord and not in pain. I know it's been a tough year.
God bless ~
Guinevere

[BrownBagger]

Terry has been on my mind lately, too. Our cases were similar in some ways, and I always felt a strong connection to her. She is certainly missed, but her love and friendship live on.

[michelle c]

Aww, I'm sorry Jaynee. She was very lucky to have a wonderful friend like you. Terry reached out to me when I was first on here and I will always be grateful for her kindness. She was very special. I miss her on here.

[SkiFletch]

Terry will always be missed by me. It may get easier as time passes, but she was a special woman I'll always remember

[Ashlee H.]

Can't believe it has already been a year. I'm so glad she died knowing how loved she was by so many. Terry was a great inspiration to me and many on the board. When I think of her, I smile, thinking about past postings and conversations. She was very special.

[tammylayne]

Thinking about ya Terry!! I just know she is reading all these posts and has a good comment for each of us....

Wishing her family peaceful times...

[justin case]

I didn't actualy go back and check, but when I first logged on to the colon club, I believe there was a Terry, Bev, Rix,Beth, and Jaynee, who first answered my questions. I owe a lot of restful nights, after first being diagnosed, to all of them!!!
Warmest regards,
Michael

[beth568]

Hugs to you, Jaynee. I know how much Terry meant to you, and how much your updates during her last days meant to all of us. She was such a warm and loving presence here, and whenever she responded to my posts she was gracious and supportive. I miss her, too.

[lorrainem]

An angel amongst us; a life to celebrate. Thinking of you, Jaynee, and the girls right now. Wishing all peace.