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Update on Rindercella's DH (No. 2)

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Portoeufino · 12/04/2011 16:25

The other thread has reached 1000 posts, so I hope no-one minds that I started a new one......Hoping R is home with you now!

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caramelwaffle · 17/04/2011 00:14

Sorry for your loss x

CointreauVersial · 17/04/2011 00:16

Put your sister out of your mind. She is being unbelievably unsupportive and you don't need people like that around you right now. Focus on those who love you and loved Richard, and ignore the rest.

Timbachick · 17/04/2011 00:20

You humble me, Rinders.

You do not know me, I posted on the previous threads to give my support. But you truly are an amazing woman.

I am so so sorry for your loss. I, like you, firmly believe that this is your wonderful DH's way of letting you know he is with you.

X

northender · 17/04/2011 00:20

Oh Rinders words fail me. I've never met you but think of you so often at the moment.

Northernlurker · 17/04/2011 00:25

I love the light and phone call things - how wonderful. Smile

Your sister on the other hand needs a metaphorical slap imo. I DO NOT understand how she can take such an approach. As you know I have been in her place recently and it's hell quite honestly. Totally beyond me how somebody could react in that way - but you're right not to give it any of your energy right now.

Emmanana · 17/04/2011 00:52

Rindercella, your dignity brings a lump to my throat, truly.

You have told in other threads how your dear husband had a lot of heartache before he found you regarding his EXW etc. He really struck gold when he found you, and I think that your DSS bears testament to that; the fact he feels so drawn to you and his dear sisters and wants to be so close to you. He sounds like he has a lot of his Father's qualities.

Thinking of you all; take care and hold on tight to one other x

SpeedyGonzalez · 17/04/2011 01:14

Rinder - a and a great big to you.

I am so glad to read of all the special moments you've had with your beautiful DDs and your beautiful Richard since he passed away. How very special indeed.

And, honestly, woman. > You're in the midst of grieving but STILL manage to have far better taste in clothing than me?? Envy Grin Those dresses are AWESOME! I bet you will look fabulous. Richard will be so damn proud.

Sariska · 17/04/2011 01:50

Well, I think both of those dresses are fabulous. And I totally understand the need to look amazing. My Mum was the same for my Dad's funeral. She said, "It's the last time I can do that for him." And she did look just as she wanted to. As will you.

I hope you are asleep right now, with or without the help of a sleeping pill. Clearly, Richard is watching over you.

Goodnight.

everlong · 17/04/2011 08:03

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CrispyCakeHead · 17/04/2011 08:13

Rinders, just wanted to say that I'm so very sorry for your loss Sad and wishing you and your family strength for the coming days, weeks and months ahead.

bellavita · 17/04/2011 08:33

The light/phonecall stories have brought tears to my eyes.

Shock at your sister Sad

The second dress is just beautiful.

TimeForMeIsFree · 17/04/2011 08:55

Wow! Rinders, how lovely is your latest post. I think you can truly believe that Richard is still around, looking out for you and I hope you can take great comfort from that. I am sure he will be with you always, every step of the way Smile

blondebutonlyfaking · 17/04/2011 09:05

Rinders - so so sorry for your loss.

Wishing you strength and comfort in the times to come

Hassled · 17/04/2011 09:06

Good luck with the dress hunting - the Bond St ladies sound like they'll sort you out. Of course you need to look your best - and you will. And the light and phone-call - how wonderful is that? So glad you have the support of SIL and DSS, and your beautiful girls will be a constant comfort through these hideous times. Thinking of you often.

Alibabaandthe80nappies · 17/04/2011 09:16

Rinders those dresses are fabulous, you will look sensational - I especially like the second one :)

I'm sorry that your sister hasn't taken the opportunity to bury whatever bad feeling there has been between you. It sounds like you are surrounded by love and support from other family and friends though, so the loss is entirely on her side.

I find myself thinking about you and your girls a lot and I wish you strength to get through these next difficult days.

LisaD1 · 17/04/2011 10:29

Those dresses are gorgeous, I love the 2nd one. I'm so glad Richard is keeping in touch with his signs to you, and he is so right about your sister. This is the time you will find out who truly loves and cares for you, if people can't put themselves out/put issues to one side in what is your darkest hour then frankly they are not worth worrying about.

Take care.

GColdtimer · 17/04/2011 10:39

Rinders I think the first dress is absolutely stunning, although I like the jasmine one too. I am glad you have friends coming to stay on Tuesday.

Lovely stories about the light and the phonecall.my friend is convinced her dh paid her a visit one night to reassure her during a very anxious moment. She felt very calm afterwards.

Lulumama · 17/04/2011 10:46

I am so very very sorry for your loss, rindercella, wishing you and yours strength xxx

thumbbunny · 17/04/2011 10:53

Meant to say, I love that first dress in your links - not so keen on the second one but of course it depends on which one suits you better.

Kewcumber · 17/04/2011 11:38

I have lurked on your threads for some time and I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope that Richard being at home with his family when he died will be of some comfort to you eventually.

(And I'd vote for the first dress too)

Doobydoo · 17/04/2011 11:52

Another Lurker.

Thinking of you ALL.XX

mrspear · 17/04/2011 12:59

I have been quietly following your threads for some time and was hoping of a miracle. I am so sorry for you and the children's lost. I am so glad to hear that after all he went through he had a peaceful death with his family at home. Sending you thoughts of love and peace

ChippingInLovesEasterEggs · 17/04/2011 13:05

We cross posted the other night and I didn't see your post until today. I'm glad you have posted again x

Once again, I am in bits here reading your last few posts. You two are both so amazing and you deserved so much more than this :( However, you are so strong and insightful - your girls and DSS are so very, very lucky to have you. The phone call and the lights are both really really lovely - I bet if you close your eyes you can feel Richard hugging you x

Whatever you wear, you will look stunning, it comes from within you :) I'm not offering any style advice - trust me, it's the last thing you need Grin... well, unless 'bag lady' is what you were aiming for??

Have you chosen the music for the service yet? Had Richard told you what he would like? Are you speaking at the service? Is DD1? - I can see her wanting to say 'Hello' & waving to Daddy x

You are doing incredibly well being able to talk to the girls about Richard, it's so so hard, don't worry about them seeing you cry, they need to know you miss him and that it's OK for all of you to be sad and cry - as well as be happy and wave to him & laugh about the silly things he did with them.

I can't believe your sister, I really can't. However, you are doing really, really well to not let it get to you too much. SHE is the one who will have to live with herself for acting like this, for not supporting you - for not being there and I hope, in time, she does bloody well feel really bad about it.

Love & strength
xoxox

trulymadlydeeply · 17/04/2011 18:26

Oh lovely Rinders.

My heart really bleeds for you. You are so dignified and so shining in your love for your handsome Richard. I just want to reach out and help you somehow...

I loved reading about the signs that he sent to say that he is still with you all. I do believe that love can transcend physical boundaries, and that there are more things relating to other dimensions than we can know or understand.

I think the first dress you linked to is stunning and you will look beautiful whatever you wear.

May the 29th April be a lovely occasion, a fitting tribute and send off to your darling darling H, surrounded by all those who meant the most to him.

Thinking of you still with much love.

xxx

riojaguzzler · 17/04/2011 19:32

Rinders,

Thinking of you and your gorgeous girls at this sad time; I am so, so sorry for your unmeasurable loss. Your strength throughout this devastating time has been a true inspiration and I hope that you can take some comfort knowing that Richard passed away at home, with the people he loved around him.

I will be thinking of you on 29th and bet you will looking STUNNING in any of those FAB dresses!! I'm also sure that there will be lots more little signs like the light and phone call coming your way when you need them the most.

Lots of love x