I know that I won't, but I want to.
To all who have supported me and have enjoyed this blog --- I'm sorry to tell you that my best friend, the best gift God ever gave me, my loving, supportive, Godly husband, died last night. It was sudden and awful and over less than 24 hours after we knew something was wrong.
That's about all I can say. I want to go to sleep and never, ever wake up again.
But I have 6 awesome kids who need me more than ever. So I won't go to sleep forever, but I need to say that I FEEL like I want to. Very, very much.
I, we, need your prayers.
J.
50 comments:
Janine,
You are an awesome woman, and I cannot imagine what you are going through right now. Thank God you have the kids. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I love you - Amber
Janine - Hugs and prayers for you and your family. Wendy H.
Dearest Janine,
My most heartfelt prayers, thoughts and tears are with you and your family. I can not feel or understand what you are feeling, but Will and I are with you in our hearts. Hugs and love to you and your precious family...
Love, Jenni Baeder
Janine, you are living my worst fear....my worst nightmare....I can't even begin to understand your pain, but know that all of us at CTK are grieving along with you and your family. It is a very sad day.... I am praying that God will help to dull some of the pain and bring you peace and clarity.
Love, Marilyn
Oh Janine, dear Janine, I don't know what to say.... I just got the email from Lynn at the Church. I just want you to know I LOVE YOU and JESUS LOVES YOU and Jim is celebrating with angels in heaven. I am in tears now and can't imagine the loss. I can't even imagine. You are such an amazing inspiring funny wonderful person, wife and mother. You will make it through this!!!!! I will bring you a meal!!! (dear God that is such a small token... but I want you to see Jesus love in action and I know you will from our amazing church). I'm leaving town tomorrow but will be back the 23rd. sending warmth and love and prayers to you and all of your beautiful family. I may stay actually if the service is then...I am lifting you up in prayer. Jesus will carry you…
Love Wendee
I wish I could say something that would take away at least some of the pain. But I can't. I can only tell you that you are loved more than you will ever know, by more people than you can count, and that every one of those people are lifting you & the kids up in prayer.
There are prayers going up for you every minute of the day and for many, many days to come.
I will be there tomorrow. I love you.
I wish I could say something that would take away at least some of the pain. But I can't. I can only tell you that you are loved more than you will ever know, by more people than you can count, and that every one of those people are lifting you & the kids up in prayer.
There are prayers going up for you every minute of the day and for many, many days to come.
I will be there tomorrow. I love you.
Janine,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I cannot imagine what you are going through. We are here for you and we love you.
Kelly Luttrell - (Mops)
Janine,
Thank you for sharing your feelings. We are all in shock but nothing compared to what you and the kids are going through. We join you in prayer and grieve so much for you all. What a blessing to have been married to Jim and have him for a father. We are so sorry for you all. Love you, Dan and Jadi <><
J, I have no words- I keep crying every time I think about you and your family. I am so sorry, and please know that you are in my prayers and thoughts almost constantly. I pray for strength for you and peace for you all. I hope that the blog helps you express what you need to express and that you feel all the support, love, and prayers from everyone who knows you.
Janine,
I do not know you personally but my friend, Joy Clark, knows you and my mother-in-law, Josie Robinson has worked at Humble High School for ages. I am so very sorry for your loss. Having lost both my mother and father at a young age (9yrs & 13yrs) my heart goes out to you and to your children. Our family will keep you in our prayers.
Patricia Robinson
Janine, i am sorry to hear about this sudden tradegy. your family has been such an insperation to us all and you always find the time to help others. Now is the time to receive some help. if there is anything you need please do not hesitate to call. you and your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers. Love Juliet G
There is nothing I can say to you now hasn't been said. So, just know I love you and will be here for you when you need me. Love you, Mary Jo
Janine - May God grant you the strength to put one foot in front of the other. Moni B.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Jim was so blessed to have such a warm, kind, funny, faithful, loving wife. I know you have a wonderful support network through church but I will pray for you and the kids daily!
J,
we ache for you and for your kids in the loss of such wonderful husband and father. we hope you can keep the great memories of him in the forefront of your mind and know that he wants you and the kids to be happy.
Hugs and kisses to you
I have only read your blog for a short time and please accept my sincerest sympathies. You will have my prayers as well.
Janine..I love you.. You and the kids are in our whole family's prayers. You are on my heart constantly..I am so sorry for your loss of your wonderful husband. Laura P.
I am soooo sorry that this has happened to you guys. I will be praying for your strength and faith to carry you thru each day.
Annette
Hey Buddy,
I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant you strength and comfort as you grieve.
T
Janine,
You have always been such an inspiration to me. You have so much strength and wisdom, and a humble tenderness as well. I know you and your family will persevere through this with Christ as you rock. Know that you are loved and cared for by everyone in your church family and beyond.
Love, Amanda R.
Janine,
My heart hurts just to imagine what you are going through right now. I pray that God can give you the peace that only He can give to carry you through these next few days (Phil. 4:7). Please know that I am praying for you, and am here if you need anything.
Lyn
Janine,
After reading the articles about your wonderful Jim it was my loss for never having met him. I knew he must be a wonderful husband to have such a cheerful, happy wife.
You and your children are in my thoughts and prayers constantly.
Laura Cox
Janine,
My heart hurts for you and your family. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. Eva Gail
Janine,
We all grieve with you over the loss of your precious Jim. He was a man of such character and integrity and a great leader in our community and school district. His gentle voice of reason and his passion for children will be sorely missed. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your children at this horribly difficult time. Jim leaves a legacy of love, commitment and service and he will not be forgotten.
Lynn Fields
Janine,
i cannot imagine what you are going through. You are an awesome and strong person and you and your kids will get through this. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marcia
I am so sorry for your loss. I am a member of KAMOM (Kingwood Area Mothers of Multiples) and read about this today through our network. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless- Kelli
I love your family so much and my heart is shattered at the loss of your incredible husband. There are so many things I will miss about Jim-his smile, his wit, his wisdom. The list goes on and on. What a Godly man Jim has been for my boys to have in their lives to lead them and instruct them and support and applaud them whether at church, confirmation or camping trips. He always included them and influenced them and praised their successes. Our family is here for you and the kids always. Natalie
Dear Janine,
You are such a wonderful, sweet, lovely, funny woman, with a lovely family. I pray that God will keep you and the kids under his wings, embracing you with his love and strenght. I pray that God's peace be with you in this time and always. We are so sorry for your loss.
Love you,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Wendy D.
There are no words ... just prayers ... every few minutes when I think of you and your precious family. jog
Janine...You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. I pray that you all find comfort and peace in each day knowing you were blessed by God with such a wonderful husband, father and man. I only wish I could have met him.
I am sending a "huge hug" your way.
Love, Becky P.
So sorry. You and your family are on my mind constantly. My prayers are with you. Please know that I'm available to help in any way and time.
You are covered in our prayers. In this life we must face many difficult, seemingly unjust, and foundation shaking trials, but we are promised in Romans 8:28 that our Lord will take those things and work them into good. This life is not what we strive for, it is what we endure and experience until we can go to our home with God. Janine, we are here for you, and more importantly your God is there with you. Love,
Lee & Marchetta
You are living my worst fear. None of us can even begin to imagine the depth of your pain. Know that you are covered in prayers and many of us grieve and shed tears right along with you. You will be united with Jim one day when God, your Father, calls you home.
Marilyn
Special thoughts and prayer to you and your entire family. We want to help in any way possible, please keep in touch.
God Bless!
Winona
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Jim. Lots of prayers going your way for you & family. Please know that I'm here if you need anything.
Judy
You & your family are on mind constantly. Please know that ya'll are in my prayers constantly. Janie, if I can help in any way please give me a call. I'm here when things settle down.
Judy
You and your family are in my prayers constantly. Jim sounded like a wonderful husband and father. Please know that I'm here to help in any way.
Judy
I cannot get you and your family out of my mind. My prayers are offer up to God to help you cope with the loss of Jim. What a loss to your family & our community. If you need anything I'm here.
JT
Janine,
I have had the wonderful pleasure of meeting your family and have had the pleasure of teaching your children! My heart hurts for you. I pray that God will grant you the strength you need to get through this time, and that He blesses your children with courage and hope.
God's peace be with you and your family during these difficult times. I wish you strength and the warmth of His love as you begin this new journey in your lives.
Janine and kids,
My heart aches for you all. I pray for all of you that God will give you the strength to get through this difficult time. I want to reach out to you any way I can. Just know I'm here for you and will do anything I can for any of you. BIG HUG!!!! Patty
So sorry, our prayers are with you and your family. I cannot get you & your family out of my mind. Anything you need please give me a call.
Judy T.
Janine,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry for your loss, and I pray that you can find strength and comfort in your children and your faith.
Donna G.
I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine what you are going through. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Janine,
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I cannot begin to imagine what you must be going through. You have been there to support so many of us over the years - now is the time to let us help you. If there is anything that I can do, please let me know.
I heard something on the radio that I thought I might share. It is from 1 Corinthians 10:13 from the Message.
No test or temptation that comes your way is beyond the course of what others have had to face. All you need to remember is that God will never let you down; he'll never let you be pushed past your limit; he'll always be there to help you come through it.
Jennifer C
I am so sorry for your loss. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I cannot even begin to imagine what you are feeling. Just know that you have my deepest sympathies.
I am so sorry. I know nothing anyone says can probably help much. You are loved. Congratulations again, on Harvard.
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