Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Signing off.....

...for awhile. I was planning on taking most of the month of July off from blogging (except for the occasional post here and there) as we are heading to see my family in PA.

My mom called this morning to let me know that my grandmother passed away. It is definitely times like this that I HATE being so far from my siblings and family. We are heading to PA in a few days and, although I have created a few cards to share this week, I just don't feel like doing all the work of posting them. My heart is not in it.

Love you, Mamo!

I will be sure to share the other cards in another week or so---I just need a break.


Thanks so much for your understanding. I will be back.


91 comments:

Amy said...

Oh Cammie, I'm so sorry to hear your grandfather passed away. My heart aches for you. Please go and don't give the blog a second thought. You need to be with your family right now. Your mom needs you!!!

Hugs,
Amy

Anonymous said...

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God speed.

Haylie said...
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Haylie said...

I'm so sorry to hear about your grandmother! My grandpa passed away about 4 years ago. It was very hard on me. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers!

Lee said...

Oh I am so sorry to hear that Cammie!!!! Please know how much you are loved and supported! You and your family will be in my prayers!! And safe travels too!! I hope you are able to spend some time healing and re-living the wonderful memories with your family!!

Donna Baker said...

{{{hugs}}} Carolyn! you & your family will be in my thoughts & prayers. Don't worry about us we will not forget about you & will be here when you return. You & your family come FIRST.

Kacey Elliott said...

So sorry to hear about your grandmother. know what you mean about being far away from family, my family is also in PA and it is so hard to not be there instantly when something like this happens. I will certainly pray for you and your family. Have a safe trip and enjoy your family.

Whimsey said...

Blessings; travel safe!!

Jessie said...

Cammie so soory about your Grandma, take care and be safe. I live far from family and understand the wantings to be closer. Safe journey and we will be here when you blog again! Jessie:)

stampmonkey said...

Ohhh...I'm so sorry to hear your grandmother passed away. I lost my last grandparent a few years ago and so I've been there, several times. It's always a tough time to go through, and I'll be praying that the Lord will give you and your family peace and comfort. Have a safe trip.

C said...

Cammie,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your grandmother. Godspeed and our prayers go with you. Time with family is precious. enjoy it. Blessings, Charlene

Michelle said...

Cammie,

My thoughts are with you. Having just lost my gandfather a few weeks ago I can completely put myself in your shoes. Wishing you and you family a safe journey to PA and a heartfelt hug of sympathy to you all. We will keep you in our prayers.

Louise said...

Dear Cammie, So sorry to hear about your loss!! My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take the time that you need - the blog will be there later...

Take care and have a nice and safe trip!

Louise C.

Cat Tidwell said...

Oh so sorry to hear this Cammie,hugssss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers...I know simple words from me, a person you dont know but through here arent much, but prayers are powerful, and God will give you the comfort you need.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry to hear about your grandma. You will be in my thoughts a prayers...

Niki Estes said...

I'm so sorry for your loss, Cammie! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Unknown said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts. Please have a safe trip and take all the time you need. Your loyal and faithful fans will still be here.

Nicole said...

Cammie, you will be in our prayers everyday and just return when you are ready. We all understand, so no worries here! Take time off to be with those people you love the most, that is so much more important than blogging and posting cards. We will enjoy seeing them later, just take care of YOU!

Anonymous said...

Cammie, I am so sorry to hear about your grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am glad you are going to be with your family soon. Take care and have a safe trip. Hugs, Harriet

thimbles bobbins paper and ink said...

You have my heartfelt sympathy. You need to grieve and be with your family and remember and put those special memories in those special places in your heart for safe keeping. Again, you have my deepest sympathy.

Jennifer

Anonymous said...

Cammie,

So sorry to hear about your grandma! It's so hard to be so far away when your family needs you. Take care of yourself and take it easy.

See you soon (in the blogsophere).

Shawn K.

Anonymous said...

Cammie,
I am so sorry to hear about your grandmother. My thought and prayers are with you and your family in this time. Travel Safe.

Anita

Amy said...

Cammie, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mamo. I am glad that you are going to be able to be with family. BIG hugs!

huntla1 said...

Cammie so sorry for your loss! We will be here when you return. Take care of yourself.

Christina Fischer said...

(((((Cammie))))) I'm so sorry to hear about your grandmother. Take time to be with your family, and don't give the rest of it another thought. We'll all be here when you are ready to return! Sending lots of prayers for you and your family -- take care!

BarbK said...

I'm so sorry for your loss, Cammie. I just lost my brother last week and know how difficult it is being so far away from family at times like this. Please, accept my sincerest condolences for your loss.

Reality Show Reject said...

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Marisa said...

So sorry for your loss. Grandparents play a special part in our life and have a special part of our hearts. May you receive strength from your family as you visit them and may the memories you have of your grandmother always keep her near to your heart.

Don't even think about worrying about this blog - family always comes first!! Blessings and hugs!

Stefani said...

Sorry to hear about your grandmother. I understand how it feels to not "have your heart in it" your heart is needed else where right now. May you find comfort in your family's hearts.

Rosella said...

I am so sorry to hear about your loss!! May God be with you and your family!! My prayer are with you. Have a safe trip!!
Will be waiting for you when you are ready to come back.

carole (TruCarMa) said...

{{{{{Carolyn}}}}} I'm so sorry, my friend. Take good care.

Carolina said...

I'm so sorry Cammie - my thoughts are with you and your family during these sad times - HUGS!

Anonymous said...

Cammie......so sorry to hear about your Grandmother!! I just lost my mother about a month ago.....hard, very hard losing someone you love so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family....have a safe trip!!

Cindy C.

Taylor said...

I'm so sorry to hear that your grandmother passed away. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers! I pray for safe travels and a peaceful time and space to remember your grandmother. Don't give the blog a second thought... we'll all be here when you get back! (((HUGS)))

StampOwl said...

Cammie I am so sorry to hear about your lose ... my thought are with you and your family ... take care my friend.

Dawn Easton said...

((((Carolyn))))

I'm so sorry for your loss. I understand how difficult it is to be so far from family and at times like this it makes it even more so. What a wonderful picture of the two of you.

Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Have a safe trip.

Bee's Zen Garden said...

So sorry about your Grandma! :-(

Hugs and prayers for your family.♥

Jennifer Aviles said...

Carolyn, I'm so sorry to hear about your grandmother. (((((HUGS)))))

Anonymous said...

My deepest sympathies to you at this very sad time of the loss of your grandmother. Of course you should take some time off to grieve your loss and be with your family. We will miss you while you're gone, but completely understand. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Hugs,
Karolyn L.

Rose Ann said...

I'm so sorry, Cammie. Sending my love, hugs and prayers to you and the family.

Denise Marzec said...

Aww, Carolyn, I'm sorry about your grandmom. :( {{{HUGS!}}}

Anonymous said...

Gee, I am so sorry to have read the loss of your Grandmother. It is times like these that bring the rest of the family closer so wrap your arms around all of them. I hope you and your family find comfort in each other. Safe journey.

Donna

Leslie Knox said...

So sorry for your loss! Both of my grandmothers passed within the last few years. It must be very difficult to be away from family now,,,so go and enjoy the memories with them,,It does help!!

Christi Flores said...

Oh Cammie I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Nancy said...

Be safe, I will have you and your family in my prayers. Big hug.

Anonymous said...

So sorry for your loss. Concentrate on your family now and we'll be here when you get back. My prayers and thoughts are with you at your time of need.

Anonymous said...

Cammie, So sorry about your family's loss of your grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Elaine said...

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. This is definitely a time to spend with your family. We'll be here when you return.

Anonymous said...

I'm sorry for your loss, Cammie. It is difficult losing a grandparent. She looks so full of life in the picture. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Melissa said...

Prayers for you and your loved ones....

M.

Rhonda Kelly said...

Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Have a safe trip.
{{HUGS}}

Laurie said...

So sorry to hear of your loss! You will be in my thoughts.
Laurie Farnes

Kathleen said...

I'm so sorry to hear about your grandmother---what a terrible loss. Be safe traveling---we look forward to your return when you are ready. I'll be praying for you during this difficult time.

Lisa said...

Sorry about your grandmother. Safe travels.

Christina said...

I'm so sorry for your loss! We'll keep you in our thoughts and prayers! (HUG!)

J's Place said...

My sincerest sympathies. I am sure we all understand. Take care of yourself.

Hugs
Jaunice Minor
Utah

***Olive Blossom*** said...

Sorry to hear about your grandma. I know how hard this is.

Jane Izumi Matsumoto said...

Oh, Cammie... I am so sorry. My heart goes out to you and to your family. Take good care and we'll see you back online when you're ready. Keeping you in my thoughts... ((hugs)) Jane

Unknown said...

I'm so sorry to learn of your loss. I do hope that you enjoy some precious time with your family. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers girl... (((hugs)))) ~Rae

Shelly said...

Hugs and prayers go out to you and your family Caro, so sorry to hear about your Grandmother.

Pinky Roth said...

Cammie, my thoughts and prayers are w/you and your family. Have a safe trip and we will be praying for you.

Pinky

Lynette said...

So sorry to hear of your grandmother's death. It's never easy, and it must be especially hard for you to be so far away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Alyssa S said...

So sorry for your loss! I hope all your memories keep your heart warm and your vacation with family is a wonderful one even with a somber beginning.

specialcraftmom4 said...

I am so sorry to hear about your grandmother. I know how it feels, so you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Dawn M said...

I am so sorry fo your loss. I will say a prayer for you and your family.

Stephanie Hargis said...

Oh Cammie, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know how hard it can be to lose someone you love and be SO far away from family. It's never easy but that makes it even worse. Know that I am praying for you and your family during this difficult time. Take as much time as you need to be with your family. Family is the one of the best things for you during this time. Have a safe trip.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry....you're in my prayers.
Hugs,
Gina K.

Barbara Schram said...

Cammie,
Prayers being lifted and thoughts of peaceful memories for you and your family. I bet you brought so much joy to your Grandmother. {{HUGS}}

Anonymous said...

So sorry to hear your grandmother passed away. My prayers are with you and your family.
JoAnn scrappingnana4@yahoo.com

Laura said...

I am so sorry, Carolyn. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hugs, Laura

Melanie said...

hugs and prayers,

PS I'm osrry I didn't have time/make time to come see you this week! I'll see you at CHA and then when you're back. Ilove the pic of you and your grandma

msfitzie said...

Cammie, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I'm sure you will hold the memory of your Grandmother in your heart forever. Have a safe trip and the comfort of the love of your family. You will be missed but I will wait patiently for your return.
Kerry

Judy Rozema said...

I am so sorry about your loss, Carolyn! My prayers are with you! Family always takes precedence!

Julie Koerber said...

Hang in there Cammie. Hope you feel a giant hug coming your way. Losing family is so tough. My thoughts and prayers will be with you!

Lauren (mytime) said...

Oh Cammie I am so sorry for your loss. Definitely take that much needed break. I hope you get to enjoy the time you have with your loved ones, and you can remember the good times you had with your Mamo. Your family is in our prayers. Have a safe trip.

Kathie Tice said...

I am so sorry for your loss, Cammie. Take some time to be with your family. Take care.

Bethany Paull said...

Oh Cammie, I'm so sorry. I know when my grandfather passes, it felt so good to be with the whole big family. I hope you're healing.

Unknown said...

So sorry for your loss Cammie! I hope you and your family have a safe trip. It's so good to be with family now!

Theresa Momber said...

I am so sorry to hear about your grandmother. Please have a safe trip. {{{hugs}}}

stampin'hokie said...

Sorry to hear about your grandmother! Prayers are with your family.

Rebecha said...

My prayers are with you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss. May the promise of Heaven comfort you.

jjcreations said...

Blessings and prayers to you and your family Cammie. I hope yo have a safe trip and enjoy the time with your family. See ya when you post. Joan

Jennifer Buck said...

I'm so sorry to hear your news! I'll be thinking about you here. Take care of you!

Maria said...

So very sorry to hear of your loss! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jessie/knightrone said...

I am so sorry to hear that Cammie, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Linda SS said...

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May your family find strength through Christ and from all the fun memories you have of your grandmother. God Bless you & your family.

Libby Hickson said...

Oh Carolyn, I am so very sorry about your loss.

Ashley said...

Oh Cammie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! May God put peace in your hearts!

Hugs,
Ash~

Anonymous said...

Cammie, My heart breaks for you. I am so glad that your trip to PA has been planned so you can spend time with your family.

My deepest condolences.

dpkennedy said...

I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy with you..take care.

Alex said...

Cammie, I am sooooo very sorry to hear about your grandmother...it is really hard being far away from family and we have gone through that alot, especially when stationed overseas! I hope you enjoy your visit with family - that is what is important, the blogging will be here when you get back! BIG HUGS TO YOU! *STAMPIN HUGS* Alex