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for Margaret Paulk
SARAH STEPANSKI
May 14, 2008
Hey Grandma! i Just wanted to take a moment and leave a little message letting you know that i miss you! the street isent the same without you or uncle donald! i know your in a better place though watching out for all of us! we miss you!
l0VE,
SARAH
David
May 12, 2008
The Paulk family is truly a blessed family. While reading all the memories and reflecting on the pass, our mother's legacy will truly live on forever. Each one of us who has been touched from our mothers love have a deep memory to cherrish.
I left Houston years ago only to find myself further from family and the people I love and miss.
Moms love was always there and had an ear for listening and a few words of comfort. You could just feel her compassion and she showed it to everyone.
I know she is in heaven being rewarded for the good deeds and love she showed to everyone with no expectation of things in return.
Wow!!! what a good example of the type of life that Jesus talked about.
Love you all,
David
Tammy Thigpen
May 12, 2008
Hi Family
We were planting flowers yesterday and with a clump of dirt came a plastic creamer container. We laughed and said to Grandma that we found something she buried in her yard. As we work on the house and yard, we are continually reminded of Grandma and we LOVE that!!
I was looking at Babe today and remembered how sad she was the last two days Grandma was with us. Babe’s sadness was so profound the day Grandma died that it broke my heart. At this remembrance, I hugged Babe and thanked her for being such a good girl. The other night we brought Midnight (the cat) into our house and Babe was beside herself with excitement at being so close to Midnight. Babe literally kissed Midnight over and over again until Midnight had enough and told her to back off with a bit of a bite. They then cuddled up together on the couch as they once did next to Grandma. Brian and I were touched and amazed at their bond with one another. We both hoped that Grandma could witness that moment. Midnight, as always, is an outdoor cat. However, after seeing Babe and Midnights love for one another, we want to start bringing Midnight in the house more. Grandma liked to cuddle with Midnight every night. Inevitably every night, she would be outside calling, “kitty, kitty, kitty” until Brian would go outside and find Midnight for her to bring inside the house. It means a lot to Brian and I that people know that we are caring for Grandma’s pets. We love them as our own and hope that she is able to see that in heaven when she looks down upon us. Brian and I miss her so much.
I just wanted to express these thoughts to you as I’m thinking about them so that I don’t forget to tell you when I see you. It’s hard at this year anniversary of her passing. We want you all to know that we are thinking about you, as we know this is a difficult time in the grief process.
Please pass on to any aunts/uncles whom I didn’t have email addresses.
We love you all and just wanted you all to know that our hearts were with you this past weekend,
Brian, Tammy, Drexler, Babe and Midnight the cat.
Brian & Tammy Thigpen
May 12, 2008
Dear Grandma Paulk,
As we have reflected upon our countless talks with you (often the most elucidation when you were in the back seat of our car, in the dark, while driving to and from Judy and Earl's house or the farm), we often were reminded in what other’s witnessed in you and what you couldn't see in yourself. You sometimes berated yourself for not being a good-enough mother, child of God, or person in general. How, we wondered, could you not see your own amazingly beautiful value to your children, grandchildren, animals, God and countless other family and friends whom loved you deeply? We know, of course, that it was your profound modest and humble nature, which is a beautiful characteristic. We know that now, in heaven, you are able to see the amazing goodness you put out into the world— especially through your children and grandchildren. You deserve—so much—to know what a kind, strong, decent, loving, caring and good person you were during your lifetime. Your worth is beyond any description we could ever verbalize as humans on this earth. We love you and miss you dearly!
Brian and Tammy Thigpen
Tammy & Brian Thigpen
May 12, 2008
Hi Grandma,
Over the years living behind you Grandma, one of the many things we really enjoyed was driving with you to the farm. We could always count on hearing lots of interesting stories about you, the family and the past. One story I can remember is how you decided it was time to meet your real dad and made it up North for that visit. You always had a way of making your point very succinctly when you said you were glad you met him but really found no more need to dwell on that part of your past.
Brian & Tammy Thigpen
May 12, 2008
Hi Grandma,
It has now been a year since you left us. Tammy and I miss you all the time and frequently think about you. We both believe you would be happy with the yard work, new plants, mulch and grass. We also finally got the garage painted after many years debating about it. Babe and Midnight are doing great. Tammy and I miss you very much. Love - Brian, Tammy, Babe, Drexler and Midnight
Donna
May 11, 2008
Momma,
Well, one year ago tomorrow, we laid you to rest. A lot has happened to our family. We all have grieved in different ways. Now that a year has passed since we held your hand, kissed your forehead and said our "goodbyes", another chapter begins.
Mom, thank you for you continuing guidance, love and faith. When something amazing happens, Tori and I will look at each other and we say," Thank you Grandma!"
When we visited you today, I felt at peace. I know that you have done your work here on earth and now you are busy with Heavens work. Please continue to be with us as we live our daily lives.
Your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren still love and adore you. Even though you are not here to give them that special look, they know that you are here in spirit.
Momma, Happy Mother's Day! I truly miss you! Until we meet again, your baby girl!
Christie Jespersen
May 11, 2008
Grandma, you have been and are such an inspiration to me. Thank you for all that you have done for my mom and aunts and uncles.
I hope that I can do the same when I have children of my own. You have taught me preserverence and strength. Big Hug from me. I love you.
Christie Jespersen
Bend, Oregon
Tori Myers
May 11, 2008
Grandma-
This year has flown by, and everyday of it, I think about you. How I wish you were still here with us, sharing these wonderful memories. I miss you Grandma.
Love
Tori
Rich Myers
May 11, 2008
I'm still saving my quarters - I guess I'll hold on to them until we meet again. I miss having you around, because I can never figure out how many shrimp each of us get - or remember which size tastes better.
Happy Mother's Day!
Robert Myers
May 11, 2008
Hello Grandma I really miss you I miss going to your house for a sunday lunch to going fishing with you in galveston bay. I really wish that you were still here with us but I guess that you are in a better place now....
Love, your Nephew
Shannon
May 9, 2008
I found myself saying, "Oh, shoot!" the other day and I immediately was reminded of you. Little things like that creep into my head on a daily basis and keep the memory of you alive. Miss you so very much, Grandma.
Ethan
May 9, 2008
Dear MawMaw Paulk,
I really miss you and I hope you're in a better place now. Right now I am 8 years old and a half. I am successfully succeeding in school. I miss the way your house used to be.
Love, Ethan
(transcribed verbatim by S. Giles)
Judy Thigpen
May 9, 2008
My Mom
You're like an angel sent to earth,
Endowed with love to share;
Protect from harm and gently guide,
You keep us in your care.
Love,
The Paulk Family
Ryan Jespersen
May 9, 2008
Grandma, I hope they have internet access in Heaven and that you have had a chance to read the hundreds of messages from all the people's live's you have touched. I can only thank you for how much you did for all your children and for my mom, who thinks about you every day. Love always....your grandson Ryan.
Susan Camille McTigret Stepanski
May 9, 2008
Dearest Grandma,
Well, it is time to close this book. It has been so wonderful to have this to write in and to read.
I want to say thanks Grandma for your quite faith which I know helped lead me to the faith I have now.
We are still loving and watching over your white kitten who is now full grown. Did you know he is red point Siamese, no wonder he is so vocal and doesn't act like a normal cat. I will always think of him as Grandma's cat because you loved him first.
Even though I wish you were still here with us, I find it comforting knowing your in Heaven watching over all of us.
So Grandma, this is not a good-bye but a see you later. I am very thankful that God blessed me by giving you to me as my Grandmother.
Pray for us
Love Always,
Carolyn Lee Paulk Mc Tigret
May 8, 2008
Mom,
It's been a year since you joined up with your brothers in heaven.
We all think constantly of the good times we all had in the years with you.
You did a very good job raising us which I know that it was very hard at times. You did remain strong which was passed down to us.
Thanks Mom for a job well done.
Love always,
Stacie
May 8, 2008
Hi Grandma,
I have read your legacy many times. Everytime I check back there is always a new entry with something wonderful written about you. I have wanted to write to you but didn't know what to say exactly. I do regret that I did not see you more often. I should have made more of an effort to visit you and I am sorry for that. When I think of you grandma I think back to a particular visit when me, mom and dad stayed a week with you when you lived in Louisiana. I was just a kid then but I can remember me and you sitting around the table filling out rebate forms. I was amazed that you could get money back for stuff you bought and I was pretty much hooked on coupons and rebates after that. Another memory that comes to mind was one day when dad and I came by to visit you. I noticed a black cat laying on your bed. I immediately went in and snuggled my head up to the cat only to be scratched in the face. I dont know which cat that was but he sure was mean. We were both cat lovers and always had that to talk about when we saw each other.
Reading through this book it is evident how much your kids miss you. It has made me think about when the day comes when I lose my parents. A thought that I cannot even imagin now. I talked to Dad about this the other night. How when they pass away, I will have to go through the grief alone. How lucky dad is that he has so many brothers and sisters to make it through this hard time with.
Grandma, I love you and I hope you are at peace. Thank you for being you, thank you giving me such wonderful aunts and uncles. Thank you especially for giving me my dad. He is such a wonderful, loving, caring dad and papa. I wish you could have seen him and Tyler more together. They are true pals and it is so great to see them together. I know you are as proud of dad as I am.
I love you.
Judy Thigpen
May 8, 2008
Momma,
Please talk to God and have him lay his hands on Tammy to be healed from this terrible Lyme Disease. Please watch over all of our families and help lead the way for all the future teen agers to make wise choices. Please help all of your kids through this journey of becoming seniors. You did it so gracefully and with digity. Until we can hug again, Your loving Daughter. Judy
linda PAULK
May 7, 2008
Mom,
Don't ask me why or how but I had just gone to bed and remembered that I had not turned the computer off of the sleep mode. That has never gotten me out of bed before but for some reason I thought i needed to do it. Right before clicking it off I scrolled through my email and saw the guest book notification. I've just finished reading the memories your kids wrote and I just sat there and cried. All I thought I knew about you, how good and humble, how meek and kind, were only a tiny part of you. Now, I learn you were a mom that was determined to show her children how to be good kindhearted people. How to be able bodied people that could take care of themselves and not have to depend on anyone. You had alot of people watching over you those days, James, Jack and Donald. They were there for you. You kept the kids busy in all sorts of activities because you knew a child with a busy hand and a busy mind would stay out of trouble. You gave them duties with no excuse for not getting them done. You taught them Faith, prayers at meals, Mass. You found money to send them to Catholic school. You cooked ,cleaned took them to movies. The list goes on and on. Mom, in my books, you could have been given the Mother of the year award. But to you it was all in a day of a mother's life. I didn't think I could ever hold you any higher in my heart but to me, I see a Saint and so does God. Goodbye for now,Mom as our Guestbook comes to an end.
Until we meet again,
Your loving daughter-in-law,
Linda Faye
Mia Aguilar
May 7, 2008
Dear Grandma,
I remember you being funny, offering me treats, you were always at my birthday. And I remember the treats that you made. I love you and you are in my heart.
XOXO,
Mia
Dwight Michael Paulk
May 7, 2008
Mom, in my thoughts, I've been working on this special note to you for 1 month. Almost everyday I would sign on and it was very difficult for me to get pass my first sentence. This morning at 3:00am I was writing to you in my mind, laying in bed... over and over again. I got up and pulled Your Guest Book and read what Judy and Sergeant said and the first thing that came into my mind was what mom taught me beside what Judy mentioned..
Mom taught me how to wash my mouth out with soap !! After awhile, I could tell you with my eyes closed what brand of soap she made me stick in my mouth when I said or did something naughty. Personally, I preferred Dial.
Mentally, I am going through our life year by year.. from the first time we moved into 931 Arlington, Underwood 18064, black dial phone, front room sliding wood door that opened into Carolyn's bedroom while the boy's slept on the sleeping porch when it was 20 degrees outside. Expanding the kitchen and remembering how the old back screened porch looked. Showing us how to make “Rock Candy” by hanging string in sugar water and leave it for a week and “presto” we had “candy”. Uncle Donald and Uncle Jack would drop over for a quick visit and Uncle James stopping by in his Houston Police Car for a fresh cup of coffee at 8:00pm. Mama on the front pourch "Yelling & hollering", Come and eat !! Carolyn, Malcome, Michael, Judy, David, Cheryl,Mary, come and eat.
The attic fan, dancing lessons with Judy for years, Studewood Park, Drive-In Movies every Friday & Saturday nights, Boy Scouts, CYO, All Saints Catholic School and going to mass everyday day and twice on Wednesday, “Novena’s” on Wednesday evening, switches above each door and we knew it. There are so many memories that will stay with us forever.
Mom, you did good !!
I knew you loved me. I knew you trusted me. I knew you were proud of me. I knew you love my wife and daughter. I knew you understood me. When I stopped by for a visit during the day, I already knew what you were doing, Watching Fox News or Listening to Rush on the radio.
I also remember when at 70, you went to the Catholic Daughters to learn how to use a Computer. We went and picked up a New Compaq Computer so you could receive email and pictures from family. It was difficult for you but you tried and you never gave up..
Mom, I love you
Holly Aguilar
May 6, 2008
Hello Grandma,
Stopping by to say I love and miss you. I also want to thank you for raising 8 amazing children. I cannot count how many times I've been told what an amazing family I have. People comment on how we all get along and communicate. You have bound this family together in a way that is extreemly uncommon and you did it. I could not have made it thru these past 9 months without them. Their support, love and understanding has been a godsend. And you did this. So I want to thank you again and again.
Thank you for my family, thank you for all the unconditional love, thank you for all your prayers and watching over me. I love you and miss you!
Holly
Cheryl Jespersen
May 6, 2008
Hi Mom, Just to continue on from Judy´s entry.....
You taught us to:
make our bed
wash and hang out the clothes (even in cold weather)
iron clothes (taken frozen from the chest deep freezer)
wash the dishes (by hand)
blessing before we ate our food
pay for the gas in the lawn mower (if we used it to earn money)
Perserverence in all circumstances.
That is why we turned out so good....all of us...by your example.
That is why I will be forever grateful and try to immulate you.
Even though I do not practice a religion.....I have a profound love for God.....and a knowing of his love for us.
This is not good-bye even though the legacy book is ceasing to be open......our conversations and communication will continue on.
I am thankful for this book......it has given me comfort and closeness with those who have written in it , to you.
I know you are in peace and that gives me peace.
Your loving daughter, CHERYL
John Raymond
May 4, 2008
Dear Grandma,
Even though a year has passed, it seems like yesterday since i last saw you. I just wanted to say I love you and I miss you more than words can describe. I will never forget the sound of you ruffling through those plastic bags in the morning while sitting in the red chair at the beach house. A part of you will be with me forever.
Mary Paulk Raymond
May 4, 2008
Mom this year has flown by, missing you more than ever. You are in my thoughts and prayers all the time. How I cherish the time we spent together discussing how pleased and proud you were of all of us. You would say, "I'm not sure how come all of you turned out so well" and I would say it's because of you and you would wrinkle up your nose and shake your head. You were our ROCK! If I can be half as good as you, I would feel very lucky. With Mother's Day a week away, you will be heavy on my mind and thinking about how we spent your last week with us. I love you very much and will be seeing you soon.
Your loving daughter
Mary Kathleen or Sarge or Baby #7 or "Oh Baby Cry"
Judy Thigpen
May 2, 2008
Mom,
It's been a year now since you left. I want to thank you for all the lessons that you taught us:
You never judged anyone.
You were never unkind.
You taught us right from wrong.
You opened the door for us learn about God and Jesus and all that represents.
You taught us about patience.
You taught us to be moral.
You taught us to obey the laws.
You taught us to Love in your own special way. You had a hard time accepting love, but you love each one of us.
If I had a wish it would be that I could be like you.
I hope my family understands how important you were in my life in helping me grow into the daughter/sister/wife/mother/grandmother that I am.
Words cannot express how much I miss you. I still have an ache in my heart. I Love You Always, Judy
linda PAULK
April 28, 2008
Well Mom, I'm back. Let me see how I can keep this short. There is so much to tell but you already know. Besides once you've been you can't tell what went on, only you and I know. If someone else wants to know they must go on an A.C.T.S retreat themselves to experience how awesome it is, right?I felt your prescence with me the moment I stepped on the bus and I was standing behind a little lady with your stature, your polyester pants and your black slides on your feet. And I wasn't even there yet. I don't know if you would have ever gone to one of these on your own because of so much sharing, but I know you loved what you heard. I often had times when you whispered to me when to speak and when to just be quiet and listen. You are such a humble little lady, a lesson many of us never learn. Thanks for coming with me and pray for me now, to go forward and live what I have learned about our Lord and what He expects from me. Soon we will not be able to share this time together but I will find another way, Mom, I promise. Hug Jesus for me. Love, your daugther-in-law.
Linda Faye
Linda Lafley
April 26, 2008
It was a year ago this month that we dropped by to see you...we were so amazed at how well you were doing since days prior had been so tough for you. George, Lindsay and I so enjoyed talking with you and remembering old times. Our family still laughs about the answer you gave Lindsay when she asked if girls were different when you were younger than they are now and your answer was: “They Were As Wild Then As They Are Now”. The answer was so unexpected we practically fell on the floor with laughter. You are a grand lady Margaret Amelia Paulk and you raised an exceptionally fine family that continues to spreads your love and faith.
Wonderful picture of Mom April 2007
April 25, 2008
Mom on the front porch with Babe and her cat.
Mary Raymond
April 25, 2008
Jenny Chamberlin
April 24, 2008
Hi Grandma, I know it's about a yr now, and I haven't wrote anything in your guest book. I'm sorry. I love you and miss you, and I always think of you. I remember all the visits I had with you at the old house. I really wish that I could have spent more time with you. I do know that I will see you again later in life, and I know Jesus is taking good care of you now. Thank you for giving me my mom's paintings. I am working on getting them cleaned up to hang on the wall. I love you very very very much. Jen :)
Allan J
April 24, 2008
One of my favorite pictures I have is when all of the family came to see me get my Navy Wings of Gold...
You were right there to support me, and in that picture you were front-row center, right where you belonged. You are still the center of this family. Your spirit is strong. Really strong.
What an example you set for the rest of us. I will be bragging about you to my grandchildren and my great grandchildren fifty years from now...
linda PAULK
April 24, 2008
Mom, I'm going to an A.C.T.S. retreat today through Sunday at Prince of Peace church. I knew you would be excited to hear about it because it will be all about learning how to grow closer to God. Every thing you had a hunger for. I remember when we would talk about our Faith, you were always so interested, asking questions, sharing your thoughts. Oh, how I loved those conversations. Even in your last days when you said to me you were not worthly of God(always so humble) I could still see His love shining through you..Be with me this weekend and help me experience His love as you did. Talk to you when I get back. Watch over us and bless us all.
Your loving daughter-in-law
Linda Faye
Clarisa Daaboul
April 23, 2008
I'm thinking about you and all the great advice you have given me throughout the years. We are enjoying Dylan and little Lauren. We just celebrated Lauren's first birthday. We are going to church every week and teaching them about God and Jesus.
Missing you, Clarisa
Cheryl Jespersen
April 9, 2008
Hello Mom,
Well it was this time last year that I was with you, almost everynight.....taking care of you in the hospital.
It will soon be the one year remembrance of when you left us.
I can hardly bear it.....
Oh how I miss you........
Your loving daughter
Cheryl Jespersen
March 2, 2008
I was sitting down so many times over the past months to write some words to you.....It was hard to open the guest book......I dont know why.
I always find comfort in what the other family members write.
I guess it is because our daily conversations dont take place anymore.....so it is kinda where do I begin......I have daily flashes of thoughts of you.....and always will.
So many things remind me of you.
Especially my toes..... He-he.....
WHat a shock it was to hear that Aunt Frances was taken ill.....and then she died so quickly.
THen I realized that it was Feb. last year when you became ill with the pneumonia.
Just wanted you to know that my heart aches still...but I am stronger in many ways...that I can not understand why.
Sending you lots of love your way...have a nice day...
Love; Cheryl Lynn
Mary Raymond
February 28, 2008
Hi Mom,
I'm sure you were part of bringing Aunt Frances to you guys and know you are all having a fish fry and enjoying each other. We are all doing great with the help of you. The holidays were really hard without you and for valentine I bought Chocolate covered cherries for you and Burke to share. Needless to say I have eaten your portion. Your house is beautiful, Tammy and Brian have done an outstanding job and Babe is so happy with them. I'm sure you were with Allan when he flew home for the weekend, what a treat, we are all so proud of him and I know you are as well. You have been in many of my dreams lately, not sure what you are trying to say to me, I will be on the lookout for a sign. Please continue to watch over Holly and guide her, she is really having a difficult time these days and I know the kids needs your guidance as well. You are in my soul, heart and mind everyday; I love and miss you terribly. Your loving daughter Mary.
Carolyn
February 25, 2008
Dear Mother,
Your house has been painted inside and all the cracks repaired. It is Brian and Tammy's House now, which I know you wanted. A lot of team work and love went into fixing up the house. Babe and Midnight still have a good home with them. Babe just loves her brother Drexler. They play so well together. I am sure you already know this.
I think of you often and I have a lot of good memories. Miss you and love you.
linda PAULK
February 10, 2008
Mom, Just wanted you to know how happy I am since my visit with you in my dream. You have confirmed all I have ever believed about the afterlife. Now that my prayers are not needed anymore,please, may I ask you to continue to pray for all the family. We still have free will, which can be a downfall for us, if not used wisely. Help guide us in our daily choices.
With loving memories,
Linda Faye.
Judy Thigpen
February 8, 2008
Hi Mom,
We have been working at your house. Last weekend I felt your presence watching all the activity. I had a very positive feeling that you liked all the progress that Brian and Tammy have made on making your house - their home. They are so excited about having a place of their own.
I know that you are with God and you are so at peace and painfree. My prayers are with you and I know that you are always praying for all of us, all your children, spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. I Love You Always.
Your Loving Daughter, Judy
linda PAULK
January 9, 2008
Hi Mom,
You have been in our thoughts during the holidays. Memories always seem to come alive during this blessed time. I'm reading alot about where you are mom and find myself being prepared to see you one day. i wish I could talk with you, really talk with you, there are questions I would love you to answer but I know I will just have to wait like you did to see this place that eyes have not seen and ears have not heard about.
Pray for us, Mom as we do for you.
Love you greatly,
Linda Faye
Judy Thigpen
January 8, 2008
Well Mom, we made it through the Christmas Holidays. You were in all of our thoughts. I know that when I was making Christmas dinner I wanted to get you to help cut all the fruit for ambrosia (your favorite). Mrs. Thigpen said that she sure misses you and your wit. She really enjoyed you coming to the farm with us. We have planted peach, plum and pear trees. Hopefully these trees will bear great quantities for us to share with the family.
I believe that Brian and Tammy are getting really anxious to move into the house.
I Love You Mom and think of you often. Judy
LINDA PAULK
December 26, 2007
Dear Mom,
I know you with all of us this Christmas because I you kept coming into my thoughts. We missed making our little trip to see you and going to Lubys for lunch during the holidays. Sure do love you. I am still praying for you Mom. Please pray for Malcome and I.
Linda Faye
Son Mike
December 24, 2007
Merry Christmas Mom !!
I was thinking, Mom's at the Farm on Christmas. Shoot, mom love going to the farm.. Thanksgiving, Birthday,Holidays or just because she wanted to go. Mom did tell me that she love going to the farm especially during Christmas as with many of the Paulk Family.
God Bless you mama... you are here with us and in our prayers evryday.
love you so much
The important men in your life.
November 17, 2007
November 17, 2007
Garden area at All Saints
November 17, 2007
Your "brick" at All Saints
November 17, 2007
Cheryl, we didn't forget you!
November 17, 2007
May you rest in peace!
November 17, 2007
Donna
November 17, 2007
On our way to All Saints
Donna
November 17, 2007
Your new headstone
Donna
November 17, 2007
Photos for everyone to enjoy.
Susan Stepanski
November 16, 2007
Happy Birthday Grandma, we miss you and love you.
LINDA PAULK
November 12, 2007
Dear Mom,
I know I just wrote to you the other day but I can't seem to get you off my mind this morning. You see, I went to your house for the first time yesterday since your passing and walked into the bedroom where we cared for you and I relived your last days as though it was only yesterday. There were heartbreaking memmories that flooded my mind but also peaceful ones. Ones of your visit with your priest and with the wonderful nun that came by to visit with you from hospice. She was very holy, I sensed it the moment we started talking. She said God sent her to you, she didn't know you were Catholic and there were other social workers with that hospice that could have been assigned to you but she just felt compeled to check you out herself. What a blessing. We talked about the angels and all your loved ones that were surrounding your bed. Do you remember? Cheryl was there also and we talked yesterday about the man you kept seeing outside your window and how you kept calling out Mother Mary's name on you last day. First we thought you meant Mary your daughter but when we answered for her you would say no, finally Malcome said are you calling for Mother Mary and you said yes. Oh, if it could only be understood what was happening in your last hours. I'm thankful to have been there and for yesterday, to relive those last moments. I am blessed for the opportunity to know you. You touched many hearts in a very humble way. You are remembered in my prayers. Love,
Linda Faye
linda PAULK
November 8, 2007
Dear Mom,
I didn't forget the anniversay of your passing on to your new life just wasn't near a computer but you were in my thoughts. As you know I was at a silent retreat this past weekend. It was wonderful, getting the time to spend with God, no interruptions, just the peace and quiet of my own thoughts and prayers. I talked with you and prayed for you. I know your children spent time with you also.They all have very busy lives and I'm always happy to see them find time to come together in your name. Wish I could have been there but it was important for me to be where I was. You understand. Please continue to pray for Malcome and I and our loved ones. As always,
your adoring daughter-in-law and friend.Linda
Judy
November 8, 2007
Good Morning Momma,
Just a quick note to tell you that the Sons of Hermann had a memorial service for you last Sunday. You were well represented. They lite a candle and placed a carnation for each member who passed away this year. We asked them if we could have 8 candles and carnations. We all went to the cemetery and placed the candles on your headstone. Took lots of pictures.
Cheryl is coming home tomorrow. We plan to work at your house on Saturday. We really need to get it cleaned out so Brian and Tammy can buy it. They are really looking forward to having their own place.
Holly has moved back to her home with the kids. Maybe things will calm down for them. It has really been difficult for them with the divorce. Mary and Burke has really helped them out. I know that you are praying for them.
Also Mom, I know that you are trying to tell me something but I cannot figure it out. I'm really having strong, very strong thoughts of you. Please guide me. I know that God is in control but I also know that you are watching out for me. Maybe I will soon understand. I Love You and miss you so much.
Your Loving Daughter,
Cheryl Jespersen-Paulk
October 29, 2007
Mom,
It will soon be 6 months ago....that I travelled back to Spain ...only to have news on the same day that you passed away. I know that as soon as you heard word that I made it back to Spain safely that you let go of the picture that I gave you of me....and drifted off into a sleep.
WEll.....I will be arriving back for the 1st time since then. I felt like for the six month, I wanted to mark it by being on the bench beside where you were buried and just sit and have a chat....
Although we often have chats from here....I just felt like I had to be there and touch your headstone in the ground. ALso I need to hug my brothers and sisters and reconnect.
I will be hard..so hard...to know that I will be arriving on Arlington to an empty house....but I feel if I can just sit in your front bedroom again...I will feel your presence.
So I will be there on the 9th NOvember...until then.
Your loving daughter,
Cheryl Lynn
Judy
October 8, 2007
Well another month has gone by since you left this world but you are always with me is spirit. I find throughout my daily events the habits that I have is what you taught me. I was cleaning out the fig preserve jar this weekend and through of you.... oh, how you like the figs. The persimmons are getting ripe. I think that there is a bag in your freezer left from last year. I can't bring myself to throw them away.
This next weekend is our rescheduled cousins weekend at the beach house. Aunt Francis will be coming with Pat and Shirley. We will have a great time looking at pictures and talking about their dad and our mother.
Please say a prayer for Darla. She is having some medical problems and she needs all of our prayers.
I Love You and Miss you. Your Loving Daughter,
linda PAULK
October 7, 2007
Hello Mom,
You just came into my mind as I was making the bed and I wondered,that's strange, what made you come into my thoughts. Then when I checked the date I realized today's the 7th of October, exactly 5 months ago when you left this earthly world to meet our maker in our everlasting world. How happy you must be to walk the streets of Heaven side by side with our savior Jesus and all your loved ones that have gone before you. Time is moving along nicely here. Your son is doing well and we're having some good times. I know how much it means to you to have all your children happy. I feel the same way about my own children. We are growing stronger in our faith by the day mom, and trying to be good christian examples for our children. We ask for your prayers and intercessions for all the family. I sit out on my backporch and watch so many hummingbirds eating and I find myself wishing you were here visiting us at this time. I know how much you enjoy nature.
You can get in touch with me again,mom, anytime you want me to sit down and visit with you. It's a pleasure.
Your devoted friend in Christ,
linda Faye
Janet Paulk Lambregts
September 19, 2007
When I heard that you had passed I wasn't sad for you because I could picture the throng of people waiting beside God's throne to welcome you and I could see my Daddy standing there among them waiting to welcome you home. You passed from this world surrounded by love and entered another world filled with more love than we can imagine.
My prayers to God are for your children and their families because I know they miss you as much as I miss my Daddy.
I pray that God holds your family close and comforts them until we can all be together again.
Shannon Giles
September 16, 2007
Hi Grandma,
I know you're in a much better place right now and have a great view of everything that's going on here. I could use a little help. My best friend's baby is very, very sick and we need all the prayers we can get to help him recover. I love you and I still miss you every day. Each time we have a family get-together is seems strange that you're not there. I'll talk to you again soon. Please put in a good word for Baby J.D.
Love,
Shannon
Mike
September 9, 2007
Hi Mom
We had a little family preMary Birthday brunch at Mary's house this morning and we all said, "Let's visit mom this morning" 4 Months today that you left us to be with Jesus & Mary. We will all see you soon.
This next weekend, the Paulk & Wolcott girls will be getting together for their annual visit at the Bay House. Watch over them because they are special to me.
Just want to let you know that you are in our hearts and mind everyday and I work everyday to make you proud of me.
Your Blue Shirt Money Bags Son
Mike
Loving you more than ever, Donna
September 9, 2007
Oh Momma,
These last four months have been really hard for me. I truly miss your presence, wisdom and whit. I need you more than ever now that my kids are growing up and experiencing life. Luckily, I have the best four sister and three brothers that I could have ever asked for. Talking to them daily or weekly gets me through the rough times. When I came by to visit you and I sat on your bench, I looked around and I really saw the beauty of where you are now. Although you get the morning sunsine, the big tree beside you is providing you shade during the heat of the afternoon. There were lots of birds and butterflies. The kids and I talk about you everyday. I don't want them to forget you.
We took them down to the bay house last weekend. As we were turning down Redfish Lane, I got all choked up. We were living your dream. You had this bigger vision for us. Even though we are all grown up now and have families of our own, you were still taking care of us. Momma, you are just awesome!
I feel your spirit every moment of everyday. Please continue to watch over us and guide us.
linda PAULK
September 8, 2007
Hi Mom,It has been 4 months now since we have been able to hold your hand. Time is moving so fast but it hasn't kept me from daily thinking about my dear friend and mother-in-law. Malcome and I made a wonderful trip to Alaska by ship. It was the best vacation I have ever experienced. I'm sure you watched over us the whole time and saw all the breathtaking shore- lines ,sunsets, and whales. Your son was overjoyed with it all.
I thank God for all the blessings he has bestowed upon us Mom, he is truly a loving Father. Mom, I'm learning to live more and more everyday for Him and less and less for Linda. You are partialy the reason for this, along with learning to live my life for God not for my own needs. I know you are smiling down at me. I love you
linda
Judy Thigpen
September 7, 2007
Hi Mom,
It's been 4 months now since you left us. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. Last night I received a call from Jeanne. We were talking about when we were kids and how I had to share my food with her when she spent the night. We had a good laugh.
Carolyn has been coming to the farm with Earl and I. She has been cleaning up the smokehouse. This weekend she is bringing some of your plants from home. She will be planting in some of the cast iron pots that she found.
Momma, please keep Holly, Mia and Logan in your prayers. They are going through a very difficult time with Johnny. She needs your guidance, prayers and support to help them through the next few months.
Next weekend we are having our annual cousin's weekend at our family beach house. We are all real excited about getting together, reminiscing, laughing and being silly. I Love You and Miss you more than ever. One of your Loving Daughters. Judy
Carolyn McTigret
September 6, 2007
Mom,
I appreciate you always being there for us. Your determination for us to be hard working, self sufficient individuals and having love and respect for each other, made us a very close and loving family. With our religious upbringing we were able to overcome many problems.
We all have God in our hearts and even though we may have taken different paths, I know we will join you in Heaven someday.
Your were a tower of strength which was passed on to each of us. I've seen that and felt it during your illness.
Mom, I'm proud to have been one of your children and will be forever grateful for all my Sisters and Brothers.
You did Good Mom.
All my Love forever and ever,
Carolyn
Your are missed.
Mary R
August 10, 2007
Hi Momma,
Yesterday was 3 months since you left us physically, but I know you are still with all of us in spirit as I feel you all the time. I just got a call from Woodlawn and your marker and bench are in, she said it looks really good; I'm sure you had something to do about it. It's been a hard morning for me Judy put Cheryl's letter in your book, with reading the letter it made me realize that you are not with us anymore and how desperately I miss you. I will be at the cemetery this weekend visiting you, sitting on your bench and wondering what you are up to. Love you so much.
Mary
Judy Thigpen
August 9, 2007
Hello Mom,
You are more than ever in my daily throughts and prayers. I'm always wanting to pick up the phone to call you, to see how you are doing and asking you to "turn down the TV" so we can talk. Then you are trying to find your remote control. Well in a couple of weeks we will all be meeting at your house to start dividing thing up. This will really be a hard process for us. I guess that it is the finality that you are not coming home, ever......
We all know that you are watching over us. We can feel your presence in our daily lives. I love you and miss you so much. Tell Jodie hello for me. It has been 1 year since she left this earth. Earl and I went to the cemetery in Robstown and put a wind chime and some roses for Jodie. I will talk to you soon Momma.
Love,
Judy
Judy Thigpen
August 9, 2007
I was re-reading Cheryl's e-mail to all of us and thought that I needed to add this to the legacy book for Mom so it could also be printed. Judy
From: Cheryl Jespersen [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2007 3:40 PM
To: Mike Paulk; Mary Raymond; Malcome D Paulk; [email protected]; DPMyersHoustonrrcom; David/Kathy; Carolyn McTigret
Subject: Thank you all for the package
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
I went to the post office to pick up a package that was sent more than two weeks ago to me, by Mary on all of your behalf.
The package was huge....and for the life of me could not begin to imagine what could the contents be.
There were stryofoam peanuts absolutely everywhere,.....and reached down deep inside and took out a package that was wrapped at least 7 layers of bubble paper.....It said Fragile...on the outside of the box...and this extra wrapping reinforced the fact that what I was beginning to unwrap was easy to break.
Getting down to the last layer....and seeing all of the memories of mother in the shadow box.....just brought tears streaming down my cheeks.........a rose from the arrangement that was on top of the casket....and the prayer cards, obituary from the Houston Chronicle, the program from the rosary.....Everything perfectly placed on the material backing , under the glass frame. Just beautiful.
Then there was another box. Opening it I saw the Year of Bible Verses, from the Catholic Bible...my first response was...hey this belongs to Malcome....then I looked inside the front cover and saw that all of you wrote your name, and a few words.
Then I realized that you all must have signed it the day that mother was buried.
Yes I did read many of the verses to mother. And it seems what ever doubt that mother was having....the bible verse that we read that particular day...usually gave a reaffirmation of Gods love to her. Usually reading it she would often shake her head in agreement of what was read out to her.
So I will treasure it and use it. Thank you guys so much.
Then I got to the photos.......amazing ones of us in front of 931 Arlington....Carolyn you have the house looking so good. and we all just looked so much at home standing on those steps. That was a great idea Mike....that we should all walk to church from 931,,,,, And if I may say so myself...it was a good idea I had ....to stop off and look at the bricks that mother had bought and dedicated to all of us....
Next time I am there..I want pictures of all of our names on the bricks.
Then last but not least.....the DVD...that Brian put together so lovingly and worked into the night to do it.
So many details he thought about and a great achievement.
I cried the first three times I watched it today...the the second three times....it brough smiles to my face.....each time I watched it ; I saw something else.
When you see a group shot of us.....it is like a bond connecting us together. No pretense...just pure love and caring.
What a blessing it was for me to be staying at mothers house taking care of her. It was a way for me to reunite with each of youas well....for us to get to know each other again...perhaps a bit deeper.....Yes I was that sister in Spain......and in the last few years just passed through on my way back from Oregon......so we have not shared much of our lives until this year.
Mother loved it to with all of us visiting each other....she did not love the circumstances but loved how it brought us all together.
Thanks to all of you who worked so hard in getting mothers house ready for that time.
Clearing the "stuff"...made space for all of us to be there in moms house....and we filled it up again...but with love and happiness. ANd I think that being able to be in mothers house with her has given us all peace and comfort that we can keep in our memories and help us though the rest of our lives.
I am doing better with each day that passes......talking to mom more than I ever did on the phone. It is just that I dont hear her voice talking back to me....but I do feel her in my heart.
I hope this letter finds you all well, enjoying your own family....and healing in your own way.
Lots of hugs and kisses,
CHERYL Lynn
I dont know if you guys have noticed that since moms passing I have been using my middle name as well.
It comes from a memory that I had of mom....when she really wanted my attention...she would shout Cheryl Lynn.........OH how I wish I could hear her call out my name once more.
Cheryl Jespersen-Paulk
August 9, 2007
There you are, on my wall, a lovely pic of you staring at me.....I blow you a kiss....but you don.t kiss back....but I can still feel you here with me.....But I really miss being able to hug you....
Towards the end....last few years...I think you began to like the hugs...and kisses...kind of.
THey were always more for us than for you anyway....but you were giving out kisses in the end....it was soooo sweet.
I check this book from time to time..and love reading what others are telling you as well....it helps me understand and appreciate our family. And know that we are a part of a whole ...and belong.
That is all for today...just wanted to chat.
Love you and miss you.
Love,
Cheryl Lynn
linda PAULK
August 7, 2007
Hi Mom,
Another month has come and gone. How easy it is for you to pop into my thoughts. Malcome and I were at the bayhouse this past weekend. We had 3 of our 7 children there with their families. They all said they had a great time and wonderful memmories.Five gran-daughters were there playing continuously. We have decided to make this a yearly committment. I know it makes you happy. I felt your spirit there with us.
In a couple of weeks malcome and I will be going on an Alaskian cruise. They say the scenery is breath taking. Come be with us.
Please continue to pray and watch over all the family.
Love,
linda Faye
Mike Paulk
July 16, 2007
Mom... Mary was right!! I got Mary beat.. when something is in your freezer since 1984, well, I would have trashed it... but Mary and Judy (Said....we can eat it..it's good).. come here Mike, put this in the other freezer.. Yikes !!
Mom, your bayhouse is looking really good. Mary, Donna, Carolyn and Judy have done magic. It looks like one of those "Show Houses" and I know what you would say, "This is not my house".
Mom, as you can see, you are always on OUR minds...
Since our last visit, my job has moved to the Humble location... Yea !! 10 minutes from my home..
Don't forget to be with us on August 18th...and peek at what we will be doing... You got It... Cleaning out the House. I told Mary that I would get a SUPER Big Dumpster.. and Mary said "NO" we will save stuff for the gargage sale.. I wonder what the value of Strawberry's that's been in mom freezer in Lousiana and half frozen since 1984 !!
Mom, this is good !! I always feel better after I talk to you.
You Son for Ever and with Love
Mike
Mary Raymond
July 14, 2007
Hi Mom, you were on my mind all week, I'm sure you were watching over us at the bayhouse. Burke and I spent a whole week there with Rudy and Teresa and had a great time. I'm sure it was your doing with all the crabs we caught and the 16 inch flounder I caught on Friday morning along with all the other fish we caught; we had a great fish fry on Saturday and I BBQ the crabs, you would have loved them. It was delicious.
Hopefully, you have forgiven Judy and I for cleaning out your deep freezer, what a mess it was. We found strawberries you brought back with you from Louisana and we laughed and gagged a bunch on what we found. Mike was with us telling us to throw everything away, we kept some of your pecans and he could not understand why. You know Mike, you called me your throw away girl but Mike has me beat by a long shot.
Missing you a bunch and I feel you watching over me all the time; thank you for that. I love you, your daughter in control. Next to the baby "Mary"
linda PAULK
July 9, 2007
Dear Mom,
It has been 2 months today since you have gone home for eternity. Though you are missed very much, I know you are healthy and vibrant and glorifying our Lord every moment. I think of you often. I found a picture of you in the hospital one with lisa at your bedside and you looked beautiful. Also one with seven of your children beside your hospital bed. It's so nice I'm going to print one for each sibling. I can't bear to put them up so their sitting out until I feel at peace putting them up. Continue to watch over us and pray that we understand we can't just say we're Christians,if we want to see you,we must LIVE as Christians, our every thought and action must come from our hearts and for no other reason but for the love of God. See ya, Linda Faye
June 22, 2007
Mom, It has been 6 weeks since I last saw you. I miss you so much! I wanted to call you last week and tell you about Tori's accomplishment. She passed her written driving test and she has started to drive. She knows that you are with her every time she gets behind the wheel. Richard took her driving the other day and she came in the back garage door kind of upset and excited. "Mom" she said, "I know that Grandma was with me today!" There was a vehicle that nearly hit us but they didn't because grandma was protecting us. I gave her a big hug and reassured her that she was correct.
Mom, I really miss picking up the phone and calling you. Only to hear the TV blaring loud in the background and telling me to hang on while you find the remote to turn down the TV. Then you telling me that you are feeling "with your hands", when I ask you how you are feeling. Such humor!
You know, every summer, the kids and I would come and get you. We would spend the day at the Museum and see an Imax movie, grab a late lunch. So far, we haven't done that this summer. When we do, it will be different not to have you with us.
Robert will be heading off to Boy Scout Summer camp at El Rancho Cima in a couple of weeks. Please watch over him and give him guidance.
Also, Jennifer and Michael have asked me to be Aiden's Godmother. I am so honored. I bought his little baptism outfit the other day for him. I cannot wait to see him in it. We will be traveling to New Orleans for the Baptism. We are praying for safe travel and weather.
Mom, I love you so much and I just want to give you one more hug and one kiss on your cheek. Missing you everyday, your youngest girl.
Donna
linda PAULK
June 21, 2007
Hi Mom,
Well, I see Bubby's been visiting with you and it made me miss you more. I don't understand how you are able to see us or be with us but I just know you can. Mom, we all need your guidance. I particularly need your patience, your silent strength and your strong faith in our Father above.
Please find a way to give me some of your wonderful traits. It's been raining alot lately but I hope soon all of us will be able to meet at the bay house and be together just the way you always wanted the families to be. Hug Jesus for me and tell Him I'm trying real hard to be the child He's asking me to be. Love you,
Linda Faye
Miek Paulk
June 19, 2007
Hi Mom...
Well, it's been over a month since we saw each other and I look at your picture everyday. I just wanted to let you know that you are always in my mind, heart and I know you are watching me. I will be good. This past Thursday, I went over to your house by my self and I just sat and looked and I felt you. I moved your favorite reading light to the bayhouse and my intentions are to have it by your bed. When you were at the bayhouse, you read everynight sometimes at 1, 2 or 3:00am in the morning.
Linda, Stacie, Chad and Tyler went with me and this was the first time in years that I had my entire family with me at the bayhouse. I really enjoyed myself and and on Saturday, Linda, Stacie and I sneeked off to the casino.. yippppie..
Anyway, I know you know all of this already but I watned to tell you myself.
Love you Mother Dear
bubby
Tracy Weber
June 7, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
MALCOME PAULK
June 4, 2007
Mom,
I've left several message to you on this website, pressed the submit button and still the messages have not registered. Linda wrote a message both times after my message and both have been accepted by the website!!!
I just want you to know that I love you and miss you. You've always said that God is in charge and something will happen if it's meant to be i.e. God willing. I believe that God is in charge of our lives and that God intended to take you home on the Wednesday that you passed away.
I will miss our trips to the Imax. I remember asking you if you had seen a particular Imax movie. You always said that, it didn't make any difference if you saw it before because you would enjoy seeing it again.
I love you and look forward to our reunion in the future.
Your son ,
Malcome
Rich Myers
June 4, 2007
Just wanted to let you know that I still have a quarter in my pocket - just in case. We miss you.
Susan Stepanski
June 3, 2007
Dearest Grandma,
It is hard looking across the street now at your house. I keep hoping to see you outside. Missing you yelling across the street wanting me to get Mom or ask her something. I was looking across the street today wondering who was watering your plants. Our street now is just not the same anymore without you and Uncle Donald.
I feel blessed and am so thankful that I had you in my life for 47 years and that my kids had the chance to get to know you.
I know you are watching over all of us Grandma and I know you will always be with us. You will be missed.
Love you always
tori myers
June 3, 2007
i love and miss you grandma...
tori myers
June 3, 2007
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
linda PAULK
June 1, 2007
Well Mom it's June 1st and we're all still trying to accept and get on with our lives. Knowing that we can't reach up and bring you back is the hardest thing to accept. For me, it's knowing I can't have you sit with me so we can talk about our faith and you tell me stories you've read about the Saints and Mother Mary and sharing with Malcome and I little cut outs from newspapers about the Pope, certain christian shows on TV you want us to see. I miss the little humble woman who was so grateful for anything that we did for her. I was always so proud to take you anywhere. You reminded me of Mother Teresa in many ways. I bet you have met her by now. Those alike always seem to find each other. I know you hear our greving, Mom and I know it's not how you want us to be. Help us in whatever way is possible to remember you without the pain and to go on doing the things that God wants from us. Continue to pray for us all, Mom as we pray for you. Your loving daughter-in-law, Linda Faye
Judy Paulk Thigpen
June 1, 2007
First I would like to thank everyone who prayed for Mom and her family. The prayers helped us in the spiritual passing of "Our Beloved Mother".
Our mother loved her family - 8 children, 25 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. She loved our family get togethers, whether it was a birthday party or someone getting a haircut. She wanted to be the first to arrive. We would always request Mom to bring her famous pecan chewys. We receive the receipe from Mrs. Lola Fischer back in the 1960's. I understand that this receipe will be in the All Saints 100 year Cookbook, dedicated to Mom. What an honor!
Mom loved her church and all the Catholic Daughters.
It seemed like Mom's whit was magnified during her illness. Maybe because we were totally focused on helping her instead of her helping us. I have seen all my brothers and sisters develop a deeper love and bond with mom. These memories will carry us emotionally until we can hug mom again in Heaven. The Blessed Mother "Mary" and her Angels were at Mom's house to carry her home on May 9th, 2007. Thank you Mom for all your Love and Guidance.
One of Your Loving Daughters, Judy
Cheryl Lynn Jespersen-Paulk
June 1, 2007
Mom, I thought about writing you another entry in your guest book several times. Then I saw Shannon wrote you again. That is how I have felt everyday....just one more thing I want to say to you, write to you, share with you.....
I have felt you a daily part of my life since you have left us.
I have your picture on the wall in front of my computer desk. I can see your eyes through your glasses, kind eyes....that seem to resonate with my deepest moods, thoughts for the day...as if you understand me.
That is giving me comfort.
Also I can see your body restored to its previous gracefullness and health, much like the pictures of you we have in the family book. That gives me comfort. And I know that you are in a peaceful place, in no more pain. That gives me the most comfort.
Missing you and sending you all my love. Your loving daughter
Cheryl Lynn
Mike Paulk
May 31, 2007
Mama, this is Mike !! Judy, Mary, Donna and I visited you today and picked something special just for you. You should see it in a about 90 days. Also, we got you a bench under the Oak Tree to sit and listen to us kids talk about "whatever". Mary thought that you would enjoy a bench where we can sit and talk. I am sitting here with tears in my eyes thinking about you and O God how I will miss you. I always knew you were there...even when I drove home at night thinking to myself.. Well, I bet she is watching Fox News!!
The Family went down to the Bay House this past weekend and you know it.. You were the topic of discussion. On Monday, the 14th of May, we also visited the bay house but this was very special. We all hung your Cross on the wall... When you walk in... you could immediately see it. Shortly, two wall plates of our Blessed Virgin Mary will be at the Bay House.
Mom, mom nite nite... !!
Brian Paulk
May 31, 2007
Words can't express how much you will be missed. I still think about picking up the phone and calling you just to see how you are doing. I still think about going by your house and seeing you, bringing by some vegetables or fish. I have enjoyed the conversations that we have had. I have enjoyed the fishing trips with you, they will all be missed.
Thank you for the memories at the bay house.
You are someone that I look up to and you have taught me many things. Like the priest said at your funeral. You were and still are an example of how we should live. You are a big inspiration in my life. Tell everyone I said Hi and we'll see you later.
Brian
Shannon Giles
May 31, 2007
Dear Grandma,
I miss you and I still think about you every hour of every day. I wish we had had more time to spend together but I'm so glad that you have peace and comfort now. Please continue to watch over Ethan and to help him make good choices throughout his life. I will try to make you proud of me and I hope we will meet again soon. I love you Grandma.
Shannon
Ethan Bowdren-Thigpen
May 31, 2007
dear maw maw paulk
i think you were very helpful to save lots of things and i hope you have a good time in heaven.
love ethan
can we take care of your cat. another love from ethan.
(written by Ethan with a tiny bit of help from mom.)
Donna Myers
May 31, 2007
Momma, You gave me room to grow, to let me be myself and become the woman, I am today. You never judged me. Only encouraged me to try harder, believe stronger and to never give up. Your strength, wisdom and love lives in each one of us and I thank you! We are better human beings because of you. I always think of others first, because that is what you would have done. My nights are the hardest for me. When I get my family to bed and the lights are off and the house is silent. I start to think of your funny little remarks or the silly little grins that you offered and realize that you were helping us along the way. I feel you in my heart and my soul. I tell Tori and Robert that you are now their personal little Angel, guiding them along the road to adulthood. I want them to honor you and respect the love that you bestowed upon them. Our family gatherings are now one person short. You and daddy gave us the memories that are fulfulling and joyful. Many weekends at the Paulk's Palace in Dolen, camping at Canyon Lake and most recently, the Bay House. You always counted the shrimp to make sure that everyone had the same amount. And for that, I thank you!
You are the most amazing Mom ever! I will love you always and forever. Your baby girl, Donna
Holly, Johnny, Mia & Logan Aguilar
May 31, 2007
Grandma,
I want you to know how much I love you and miss you. A few weeks ago was Johnny's birthday and I caught myself hoping that Mom would bring you over with her for dinner. It was heart breaking to know that you will not be here for all the wonderful celebrations. But then I realized, you will be there. It will be hard for us because you will not be there for us to hug and kiss (yes kiss, I know you always said you were too "salty" for that). But I know you will watch over us. We love you and thank you for being such a wonderful and amazing person.
Allan&Corine Jespersen
May 30, 2007
We'll remember you always. It was so good that we were able to see you the week before you passed. Even to the end you were the loving and witty grandmother that made you special.
Jenny and Chris Chamberlin
May 23, 2007
Dearest Grandma,
We both love you very much and wish we could have spent more time with you. You are always in our hearts, and you will be missed very much.
Earl Thigpen
May 23, 2007
Too often we don't take the time to say "I Love You" to someone you really care for. Mom was a wonderful person and I didn't think to say it often enough. It seems like there was always tomorrow to go fishing or to go the the bay house or to bring her to the country or to do the myriad other things she so loved to do. Now she's gone and it's hard to get over not doing those things with her. I know she's at peace and not in pain and if Margaret maintains her unique personality she's bargaining with God for a place a little closer to the fishing hole - and she'll probably win.
So long, Mom - for now. I love you. See you soon.
Mary Paulk Raymond
May 21, 2007
Dear Momma,
I went to see you yesterday, it's been over a week since we laid you down to rest without the pain you had. If I only could give you one more hug and a kiss on the cheek. My heart aches for you and I know over time I will heal. You were an amazing woman, never judged or criticized anyone you were an example of what we all should be. If Daddy is with you, please tell him I love him and will see the both of you when it's time for me to cross over. There's not a day that has gone by that I haven't thought of you, my life is empty without you. Just knowing that you are not there when I need to call is hard to deal with. I will pray and keep you in my thoughts forever. I LOVE YOU. Mary
BILL SOUTHERLAND
May 21, 2007
JUDY
WE WERE SORRY TO READ ABOUT THE LOSS
OF YOUR MOTHER. YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. MAY GOD GIVE YOU COMFORT
AND PEACE.
BILL& JUDY SOUTHERLAND
David Paulk
May 20, 2007
Thank you all who have signed this book.
While reading your entries and reflecting on the the last few moments that mom was with us, I see the unity and love that she gave to us all. The love of God she showed us and lived her life with that love. She always gave without any intentions of receiving and was always guarded in what she said, not to offend anyone. As I type this I realize that she had unending love for family and friends, a person who walked after Gods will.
Mom, may your love and understanding shine through us all
David
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