It is with a heavy heart that I (Hubby) am posting again on Katie’s blog. Katie’s mom lost her courageous battle with cancer yesterday. February 15 2013. She was only 56 years old. We were blessed to be able to be by her bedside until the end. She is undoubtedly in heaven where I’m sure they celebrated her arrival.
Michelle was kind, loving, dedicated, proud, accepting and had a true zest for life. If you met her, you loved everything about her. Katie is truly her mother’s daughter.
While it is difficult to do, we’re trying to celebrate her life as opposed to thinking about her passing. Since her initial diagnosis over 12 years ago, Michelle saw high school and college graduations from her kids, 2 of her kids’ weddings, explored Europe with Katie and did countless other things. We all have memories of Michelle that would have not existed had she not beaten that diagnosis 12 years ago.
Those memories will live on forever.
Katie loves this blog and truly enjoys hearing from every single one of you. I don’t imagine it will be very long before she posts again, but this was one post that she just couldn’t write. She’s written about her mom’s health a lot lately and she wanted you all to know what is going on.
Your comments make her smile all of the time and she needs that more than ever right now.
Your comments make her smile all of the time and she needs that more than ever right now.
Thanks for reading and please, celebrate life today and every day.
I’m so sorry for her loss. I cannot imagine what your family is going through right now. Thoughts are with you guys.
Thank you Kilee
xo
Katie, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Losing a parent is never easy. Remember all the good times you shared with your mother. Know that she is now your guardian angel and will watch over you forever & always.
YES, she is the best guardian angel I could ever have <3
xo
Oh, Katie and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I could not imagine what you all are going through, I have tears in my eyes as I write this, because I am just so so sorry. I hope you know I am praying and thinking of you all in this hard time. She sounds like a great woman and an outstanding mom. She is in a much better place now looking down at you guys, and best of all, she isn’t suffering anymore. Thinking of you guys…..
Thank you so much Lindsay, for all of your prayers through this entire time. You are a gem <3
xo
Katie- I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I am praying my heart out for you. I cannot imagine what you are feeling.
Sending all my love and millions of hugs! She is watching over you, sweet friend!
Oh, Kenzie, thank you so much for your prayers and love. It means a lot <3
xo
Katie – My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today. I am sorry for your loss.
Thank you, Rachel
xo
I’m so sorry to hear about your guys loss! i will be praying for you. celebrate her life, celebrate what a wonderful person she is, celebrate that you were blessed to be apart of her life, hope your feeling better soon!
You are right: I am so blessed to have had her in my life <3 Thank you, Chelsea!
xo
Sweet girl I am so so sorry. I know there are no words to ease your pain. My mom too has cancer and I can understand to an extent what you are going through. I am here for you.
Xoxo
Thank you for your sweet words. I’m so sorry for your mom, too. Cancer is the absolute worst. Praying for restored health for your mom <3
xo
My heart absolutely hurts so much to hear about this.
Katie, you and your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so, so sorry for your loss.
Thank you sweet girl for your prayers <3
xo
Katie, I’m so very sorry for the loss you & your family are going through :( I cannot help but think that part of the reason why you are so amazing is because of your beautiful mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Just know that the Lord is always there for you and knows more than anyone what you are going through and feeling. ((HUGS))
xoxo,
Shio
Aw Shio, your comment made me smile. HUGS
xo
My thoughts and prayers are with Katie and and all the family and this devastating time!
Celebrate her beautiful life and remember her free of illness and fighting as she will now be!
She is now looking after all of you as you have for her!
Sending all my love xx
What a sweet comment, Angela. Thank you for your comforting words, sweet girl <3
xo
I’m so sorry to hear this, Katie. My thoughts are with you and I am happy to know that you are surrounded by many people that love you and care for you, especially that sweet hubby of yours. I can’t even imagine what you must be going through right now, but I know that your positive outlook on life will be just what you need to help you get through. Much love, girlfriend.
xoxo
Michelle
Thank you, sweet friend <3
xo
Dear Katie,
I know exactly how you feel. I lost my Dad to cancer about two years ago. he was 53. Sad to hear this terrible disease takes people from their loved one’s all over the world. Be strong. According to this post you have a wonderful supporting husband. I am happy that you have someone going through this with you.
I am praying for you, your family and everyone who loved your mom!
Sincerely,
Julia from Germany
Oh, Julia, thank you for your kind words. I’m so sorry about your dad, too. Cancer is so evil. Praying for you, too!
xo
Katie, (and family) I am so so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! Thinking of you!
XOXO
Erin
Thank you, Erin <3
xo
I am so sorry. I can’t imagine what you are going through…
I love this quote and thought I would share:
Unable are the loved to die. For love is immortality. ~Emily Dickinson
Prayers for you and your family!
Xo,
Ashley
I just adore Emily Dickinson, and I actually got my love for her work from my mom. This really touched me. Thank you so much.
xo
Katie I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family!
XOXO
Kim
Thank you, Kim
xo
I’m so sorry. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Stacy
Thanks so much, Stacy
xo
I am so sorry for your loss Katie. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers right now.
I’m not sure if you already follow the blog Handling with Grace (http://www.handlingwithgrace.com/) but she, too, lost her mother to cancer too young and shares her experiences with grief throughout the last 18 months.
Thank you, Mindy. And yes, Jamie is already a blog friend of mine <3
xo
I am so sorry for your loss. I am a newer follower, but a big fan of the blog and instagram; and this is my first comment. It breaks my heart, but having gone through losing both parents, my Dad to cancer when I was 18 and my Mom 9 years ago, it doesn’t get any easier. But, from what I can see she has fabulous family support and a very loving husband that will be sure that she gets through this saddening time. You and your family are defiantely in my thoughts and prayers!
Please take care!
Jodi
Thank you so much, Jodi. I feel so much for you and your loss, as well. My husband and family and friends are all incredible, and are reminding me to stay as positive as I can. That helps a lot <3
xo
Katie- in just reading your blog posts I can feel the life and happiness that exudes from your natural personality every day- that’s a gift your mom and dad gave you so keep making them proud and being that make-the-most-of-life self that you are! I’m so sorry for your loss but know you will continue to make your mom proud every day!
What a sweet comment. Thank you so much for that. Yes, I will continue making them both proud! :)
xo
Oh Katie. I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family. Sending strength and lots of love and hugs.
Thank you so much <3
xo
I’ve been a ghost-reader for a few months now, but had to comment to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I can’t imagine what you’re going through. I hope you find the strength to carry on. Your mom seemed like such a great woman, and you will continue on her legacy.
Thank you so much. I’m so glad you did comment, it made me smile!
xo
I’m truly sorry for your loss Katie.
I first stumbled onto your blog and read about your mum’s cancer and I said a little prayer for you. Sending lots of strength to you.
Thank you so much, Jo
xo
I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine what you are going through. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.
Thank you, Ericka <3
xo
Katie, I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. I’ve been reading your blog for a while (since I saw an awesome outfit on pinterest and it linked me here), and I’ve been thinking about you and your family, knowing that your mom was sick. I’m so sorry that you and your family lost your mom. I don’t have any words to make you feel better, but I did want you to know that I’m thinking about you. It sounds like she was a pretty special lady, and I’m sure she was so proud of you.
Thank you, Lisa. Yes, she was very special and I so appreciate your thoughts and kind words <3
xo
Sending you lots of love your way <3 I am so sorry you have to experience, my heart is heavy for you. Many prayers for you and your loved ones.
Thank you for your prayers and kind words, always, Beth <3
xo
Lifting you up during this time of grief. So sorry for your loss.
Thank you, Alyssa
xo
oh, katie. i do not even know what to say. i am so sorry for your loss but like your husband wrote, from what he shared about your sweet momma, they were partying it up in heaven. sending you prayers and comfort through this season. love you, sweet friend.
Thank you, sweet girl. Love you!
xo
Dear Katie and family~
I know the upcomming days will be a struggle. I lost my 58 year old dad to cancer 2 1/2 weeks ago. His cancer reoccurred after a 10 month remission.
I’m truly so sorry for your loss~
Sending you lots of hugs and prayers from Texas.
Jessica
Oh, Jessica, I am so sorry for your loss, as well. They were too young, that’s for sure. Much love to you, sweet girl <3
xo
I am so sorry.
Thank you
xo
God needed another angel. You’re in my thoughts&prayers Katie!!! <3 xoxoxox
You’re right about that <3
xo
I’m so sorry for your loss, but praise God she is healed!!!
Praise God indeed!
xo
Katie, My heart is breaking for you and your family’s loss, but I KNOW that you will see her again one day – you and your family will be together again. She is in paradise now!
XOXO
Lora
YES, we will be together again, and praise God for that!!
xo
So sorry to read this sad news…I’m thinking and praying for you and all your family. As Ashley said above..she is healed, and she is home. Praise God! xx
Yes! And thank you <3
xo
My deepest condolences for your loss, that’s very sad news :(
Meg
Thanks, Meghan
xo
Oh Katie, I’m so sorry.
I know, thank you <3
xo
I am so sorry for your loss, Katie! You guys will be in my prayers today. I agree with the others up there ^ who have said that she is healed and home! I’m sure that doesn’t make it all go away but, try to find some peace in that. I pray God comforts you in a way you have never known today and the weeks to come!
I do keep reminding myself of that, but it’s still just really hard right now. Thank you for your sweet words
xo
Katie –
This made my heart sink, I am so, so sorry. I know nothing I can say can even come close to trying to make things better. I just want you to know I’m thinking about you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom sounds like she was an incredible woman. I’m here if you ever need to talk.
Sending you lots of love and hugs!
Thank you, sweet girl. Lots of love to you <3
xo
So sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Sending prayers your way.
Thank you for your prayers!
xo
I’m so sorry Katie. You’re family is in our prayers.
Thank you, sweet girl <3
xo
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Continue to celebrate her life and the wonderful memories you have of her.
I will!! <3
xo