Thank you all for your prayers, emails and love, it has meant the world to me. These past few weeks with both of us in the hospital with Covid 19 has been such a difficult time for our family. Three weeks ago my husband Jim was working in the yard and we were swimming in the pool and laughing and enjoying life. Then this hideous disease Covid 19 hit. He went from a person with no underlying conditions to life support on a ventilator in days. Now he is strolling through heaven and in the loving arms of Jesus. My heart is crushed beyond repair, however, I have been so Blessed God gave me 36 of the happiest years of my life with this loving gentle man. Hug your loved ones tight and thank God for every minute you have with them. I am out of the hospital and recovering from my bought with pneumonia and Covid and will be off quarantine on the 20th. I will be spending private time with my children and family. Again thank you, your prayers, love and support have meant the world to me.
God Bless, Marty
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and peace with your loved ones. I have never met you IRL but feel like I know you from following your blog. You have many fans and online friends who are keeping you in thoughts and prayers.
I am overwhelmed reading your post. How quickly life can change for any of us in just a moment. I am praying for you and your family for comfort and peace. And for youself — complete healing for your body. May God hold you close during this difficult time.
Oh dear Marty. My heart is hurting for you and your family. So very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband. xo
Peace be with you and all your wonderful family. Be strong for he would want you to live each day to the fullest til you are in his arms in heaven. I am a reader of your blog and you inspire so many. Just know so many love you and all you write about your lovely homes and life. A hug from NYC from Robin
I am so sorry to hear this news. Prayers for you will continue, Sending love and hugs.
Oh Marty. I didn’t know you were ill, much less than with the wretched curse upon us now. I am so very sorry about your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
My sympathies to you for the loss. You will be in my prayers.
Marty,
I did not know you and your husband were even ill…You kept posting…I was shocked when i saw your face book post…I am SO very sorry for your terrible loss…My heart goes out to you….Sending hugs and praying for your recovery…Please keep us posted…..
Hugs,
Debbie
I am so deeply saddened and sorrowful for you and your family, Marty. I have been and will continue to pray for you and yours. May God rest Jim’s soul and your heart.
Oh, Marty…So saddened to hear this. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May all your beautiful memories give you and your family comfort during this sad time. God bless –
Dearest Marty, I am so very very sorry.
d
Rejoice that you know where he is and he is thriving. He has just moved to a different location and God is taking excellent care of him. Be so very thankful that with God you will move there as well. You will reunite with him whenever your life plan,created by God, has been successfully completed. Then you and your love will stroll heaven together. Grace and Peace to you❤
Only recently began following you with much enjoyment. I am so sorry for your loss. Hope you feel completely well soon and can be surrounded by family and friends.
So sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. Take care of yourself. The phrase “And it came to pass” is used over 400 times in the KJV bible. There are times in life when we think we can’t bear one more day, one more hour, one more minute. No matter how bad things seem at the time, they are temporary here on Earth. Look for the hand of God in everything. He will help you through this time.
I’m a daily reader of your blog but had no idea you both were hospitalized with covid. Reading this did bring tears to my eyes. You’ve written about your talented husband landscaping your yard and other good things about him. 36 years of time together is not enough. I am so sorry for your loss. Thank God you are recovering and are blessed to have your family around you.
Marty, I am so very sorry to read this. May you feel the Everlasting Arms hold you closely and be flooded with the peace that passes all understanding. You have the confidence that you will see your beloved again, may that bring comfort to your broken heart. Praying for you and your family.
Such sad news that we all hoped we would never read. May God grant you peace as you continue your journey without your beloved by your side. Lean on God and your family and ask for all the prayers you need. I am so sorry.
Oh Marty. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
God’s Peace be with you and your family.
Dearest Marty, I am so, so sorry. My heart sank when I read your post title today. I will keep you in in my prayers And in my thoughts. Please take care of yourself. Hugs…
Sigo tu blog desde Costa Rica…las lágrimas inundan mis ojos…Siento mucho tú perdida….Abrazos a la distancia
I had no idea you were dealing with COVID. I’m so sorry you had to deal with that and more sorry Your husband was lost to you. My mom lost hr life to COVID too a couple of months ago. Marty, no words but many prayers.
You are in my thoughts.
B
Marty, I am so sorry for your loss. I prayed for him when you mentioned he was on a ventilator but didn’t realize you were hospitalized as well. Will continue to pray for you and your family as you transition to a life without your sweet hubby.
Oh, Marty! I’ve just seen your post on Facebook and my heart is truly breaking for you! I’m so very sorry. Dear Lord Jesus, I lift up my sweet friend, Marty, to You. You know her broken heart and You feel her hurt and pain. I ask You to be near to her and hold her and the family in your loving arms. Draw them all close to You and each other in this time. Give her the wisdom and peace and rest she needs right now at this moment. We give You the praise that Jim is in Your presence right now. Amen.
Blessings and love,
Shelia
Oh Marty, I’m so sorry for you and your loss of your husband❣️ I have been reading your wonderful blog for five years now and look forward to it. May the good Lord bless you and keep you close with your family. Prayers, hugs and love to you dear❣️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🤗🤗🤗😍😍😍
I am so sorry to hear this, Marty. May your family bring you comfort and peace.
Marty,
I am so sorry to hear this – my heart is with you and your family. Hang in there and build your strength.
So sorry to hear this. Been reading your blog for a long time. My prayers for you and your family.
Oh dear Marty, please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. I’m just heartbroken for you. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Blessings,
Nancy
Dear Friend, so hard to find the words. If we were with you we would just hold you and pray for God’s grace and peace for you and your family. What a blessing you know he is with Jesus and you’ll see him again! Deb
I am so sorry for your loss. This is an insidious disease. My prayers for you and your entire family will continue as you deal with this tragic loss.
I am very sorry to read of your loss – I don’t really know the right words to say. I wish for you continued improving health and much peace. I had no idea such a tragedy was happening to you. Sending virtual hugs to you,
Gina
Saddened to see and hear this. Prayers to you and your family.
I am so very sorry, Marty! I had no idea that you and your husband had been ill!!!! I live in Kentucky and follow your blog. I will be praying for you and your family.
Prayers and shocked. Sympathy.
This is so heart breaking! I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying and trusting Jesus to give you peace, comfort and strength!
Marty,
I am so sad to hear of your husband’s death and your illness from COVID. You and your family are in my prayers. May you and your loved ones find comfort during your time together and the future.
Judith
Dear Marty, I am so sorry and heartbroken for you. I am glad you are surrounding yourself with your living family. God bless you as you go through this. Jane
*loving family
My heart goes out to you. I will light a candle and say a prayer for you. Sending you a great big hug.
I’m so sorry for all that you’ve been through the last few weeks, Marty. Life can be so unpredictable and cruel at times. So thankful you have family and loved ones to lean on during this time. ♥
My deepest condolences to you & yours.
Marty, shocked and deeply saddened. I know your heart is broken but I am so thankful that you know where Jim is and that God is sovereign and is promises are true. Praying you will sense His Presence every minute as He holds you in this new season.
Dear Marty, I am so very sorry for your loss of your beloved Jim. I feel as though I know you after so many years of reading your blog. The love of your husband and family has always been evident in all your writing. I will be praying for you–for peace and healing.
Oh, Marty, I am so very sorry. How I wish there were some words to say that would provide deep comfort for you. I am grateful that you had 36 wonderful years with your Jim. I am grateful that you will be reunited with him some day, but what a loss for you right now! God bless you as your body continues to heal, and may your heart be sustained by knowing that many people are praying for you.
Mu heart has broken, Marty. I have no words. Sending love and prayers 🙏
Jane
I did not know you were both ill and in the hospital, you kept on posting….. I am deeply saddened for your loss and pray for your recovery from this evil illness. God comfort you and give you strength and peace in the coming days. Love to you….Cleo
So very sorry to read this. May you find comfort with your family and I wish your good man a peaceful journey on from time into eternity.
Oh, Marty, I’m so, so sorry to hear about your husband. Prayers for your comfort and recovery during this difficult time. Zenda
Heartbroken for you. Praying for God to wrap his arms around you.
Dear Marty, I come by way of Kris’s blog, Junk Chic Cottage; I am beyond words here. I am glad to see that you profess faith in our Lord Jesus, who is the only one to make any sense of life’s harsh surprises and realities. May the peace of God be with you all the days of your life and one day, you will see your beloved again. I KNOW IT
So very sorry for your loss. I am glad that he had a personal relationship with Jesus. I know it is tough right now and I prayed for you.
Marty, I have been checking your feed for updates and our Pinterest Challenge group has been praying.
What a beautiful tribute to your husband. Thank you for sharing with this community.
Please share your asks and needs. We are all here and would jump in to help you in any way.
Grateful for your healthy and your family. Love, Laura in Colorado.
I am sorry for the loss of your life-partner, Jim. I did not know you were ill also. I hope your family can bring you solace and comfort now and in the future. Thinking of you here in the California desert, Laura
So sorry for your loss.
I’m so so sorry. My prayers are with you and your family.
Again Marty, my heart is broken for you. I am at a loss and can’t begin to imagine. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Many prayers for your family as well.
I’m so sorry again and you take care of yourself.
You are loved in the Blogging community!
Cindy
Oh Marty my heart is breaking for you sweet friend. I put a little something on my post yesterday about you and your sweet Jim. Prayers for you. I cannot imagine how hard it will be for you without that sweet man in your life. Prayers as you grieve this loss that you will have moments of comfort and can catch your breath. I know you are a women of faith and I know that will see you through this most painful time. I wish I lived closer to come by and hug you in person. Glad your family is near for you. That is a true blessing.
As you can see by all the comments and all the comments I am getting on my post for you people are praying for you and sending you wishes of comfort.
xoxo
Kris
So sorry for your loss. I too lost my Husband several years ago. You will have a new “normal”. You will get through it with the help of God and family. This is a quote from a book i read.
“Death’s power is limited —
It cannot eradicate memories
Or slay love
It cannot destroy even a threadbare faith
Or permanently hobble the smallest hope in God
It cannot permeate the soul
And it cannot cripple the spirit
It merely separates us for a while
That is the only power death can claim
–No more”
― Donna VanLiere
I hope this helps.
So sorry for your loss. Be well and may God bless you.
I am so very sorry. I saw a bracelet the other day that said it exactly – “A piece of my heart lives in heaven.” Take care
Marty I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. Prayers coming your way for you and your family.
Praying you feel God’s arms of comfort around you
Marty,
I am so sorry to hear this. Hang on to your loving family and friends and know all that you have touched are thinking of you and sending their love.
Marty, I am so sorry to learn this sad news today. Your journey will be difficult but I hope your family and friends will embrace and carry you through these darks days. And you’ll feel the love from everyone here as we hold you in our hearts today.
X Chy
Marty, Please accept my condolences to you and your family. To lose the love of your life is just unimaginable. Prayers for peace and comfort and for complete healing for you.
I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers will be with you and your family.
Oh Marty…I am so sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you and your family. May you find comfort with your family, and in your precious memories. God bless.
I am so distressed to hear this and so very sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. ♥
Marty, please accept my sympathy. You and your family will be in my prayers as you grieve. How this disease can destroy a family is beyond comprehension. Take your time to spend with your family and treasure all your memories. God is with you. Take care of yourself .
I am so very sorry for your loss. I know your heart is broken – into many pieces. I lost a son 4 years ago and I know about broken hearts. I send you prayers as you struggle with your grief.
“Grief, bereavement, the personal loss of a dear loved one is complicated. There are no words, no consolation, no condolence. Healing is a scaled process that shifts randomly, up and down a continuum, without any sense of progress, and without any conclusion. Grief, like enduring love, is permanent. Every once in a while someone says or does something that is helpful.”
I am so sorry Marty. Many thoughts and prayers with you and your family!
I am so sorry to hear this very sad news. May your memories and the love you shared with your dear husband, ease and comfort you. You were very blessed to have him in your life.
Marty
I am asking for the Prince of Peace the Lord Jesus Christ
To bring that Peace upon you.
For the Holy Spirit of God to comfort you and the
Family
Your Sweet husband had a appointment to keep
Just as we all do
To be absent from the body is
To be present with Christ
Will continue my prayers for you and the family
Oh Marty I am so very sorry! My heart is breaking for you. I will be praying for you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in having your family nearby as your “community” keeps you in their prayers.
Dearest Marty, I cried when I heard of your loss. This terrible virus has caused so much pain.
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Jim. What is lovely never dies but lives in our hearts forever. He is smiling down on you.
Please take care of yourself and hope your recovery is complete.
God bless you and your family.
Hugs, Chris
I am so very sorry Marty, for the loss of your dear husband. I look at your blog every time it comes to my email, and so enjoy your posts and to hear about your family and your lovely home. I am so happy you have such a loving family to be with during this time. Many blessings to you and your family.
Marty, I am so very sorry to hear this sad news. May the Good Lord wrap you in his loving arms and give you peace.
Oh Marty!
I am so broken hearted for you, sweet dear lady. I have no words. I am crying for you and praying you can find peace in this, as time goes by, with loving family and friends as close as a thought.
I am so terribly terribly sorry for your loss.
Love,
Michele
Marty, I am just heartbroken for you and your family. May God hold you in his arms with peace and comfort.
I am truly sorry for the loss of your beloved hubby. May you feel God’s love through your family and friends. Prayers are with you.
Dear Marty,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please take care of yourself and know he is waiting for you without any pain or illness. I wish you quick healing with this terrible disease! I pray your memories will bring you great comfort at this time.
Oh, Marty. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I had no idea you were going through this. I’ve followed you so long I hope it’s okay to call you by name. I’m thankful you’re closer to family. May all your years of memories comfort you now and in the days to come.
I am so very sorry for your great loss. I know you have a huge hole in your heart. My prayer is for the Lord Jesus to comfort you as only he can. You will see your beloved Jim again, and what a joyful reunion it will be. God bless and keep you! Love and hugs!
Kim
I am so so sorry. May prayers and love surround you. May the Good Lord bless you and bring you peace.
Love and a hug
Praying for you and family, Marty!
My dear sweet Marty, I can’t imagine how badly you are hurting right now. We all love you so much! Please know we are all praying for your comfort right now, and for your continued healing as you recover from your own illness. I am so sorry for the loss of your Jim. Much love, Shannon
Marty I just read your post, matter fact I reread it several times to make sure I was seeing it correctly. I am so sorry and my prayers go out for you. God tells us His Word will not return void.
“ The LORD bless you and keep you;
The LORD make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to
You,
The LORD lift His countenance upon you, And give you
Peace.” Numbers 6:24-26
My prayers and condolences to you. I am so very sorry for your loss, but also very happy that you had such a lovely marriage and friendship. May God comfort you, always. Terri
My heart hurts for you Marty. It truly does. Pls. heal your body. Prayers for you and your family.
I lost my husband suddenly, no warning, on July 8th this year after 53 1/2 years of marriage. I know what it is like. One of my friends brought me a picture from Hobby Lobby with this poem by Patsy Stambaugh Deskins. It has helped me so much. If you could see me now you wouldn’t shed a tear. Though you may not understand why I’m no longer here. Remember my spirit, that’s the real me. I’m still very much alive, oh, if you could only see! I’ve beheld our Father’s face. I’ve touched the Savior’s hand. The angels all rejoiced as I entered the Promised Land. Beyond the gates of Pearl, I walk on golden streets. I’ve touched the walls of Jasper, dipped my foot in the crystal sea. The beauty is beyond words, nothing can compare. I’ve even seen your mansion, someday I will meet you there. Allow Jesus to be your guide, His word will show you the way. So, please, don’t cry! We will meet again someday! May our Lord help you in this journey we are now on. Blessings, Ann Smith
I am so sorry for your loss. Kris from Junk Chic Cottage Posted your husbands passing. A very nice tribute. You and your family will be in my prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for a complete recovery for you and strength for you and your family.
So sorry for your loss and sending a prayer to you. I hope you and your family can find comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Oh Marty, there are no words! Praying the light of the Lord will shine upon you and your household and be warmed in your heart by knowing that Jim is still with you every day! God Bless. You are such a beautiful writer and hopefully one day when you are up to it, perhaps you could share more about Jim, the love of your life. We all would love to hear more about that sweet wonderful man! God Bless Marty!
I am so so sorry for your loss. My heart bleeds for you. I know that this will be the most difficult part of your life and I am so happy that you have your family around you. You will see your wonderful husband again… till then he dances with God and all of his Angel Friends… watching over you always. God Bless you… much love and many hugs…
I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless and comfort you and your family.
Marty, I am so sad for the loss of Jim. He sounded like a wonderful husband. He is totally healed now and you will be together again. I pray you will continue getting better and take lots of time with your precious family. Prayers!
Marty, my heart aches for you and your family. I am so very sorry. Take care of yourself. Sendng love and prayers during this difficult time.
Such a wonderful life you had together. Lifting you and your family up. 💙
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Oh Marty, I’ve been praying for a better outcome for your husband! May his soul Rest In Peace and may you recover fully. God bless your husband and the family who loved him so much.
Marty, I am so sorry to hear about your dear husband. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. I cannot begin to know what you are going through but please know that you and your family will be in my prayers. May God be with you!!!
That is terrible and I am so sorry. God bless you and your family in the days to come.
Marty,
I am so shocked and sorry to learn about your husband. Prayers for you and your family to find peace and comfort as you navigate thru this difficult time.
Marty,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God hold you in his precious arms and give you comfort. and peace, that passes all understanding. You and your family are in my daily prayers to Our Heavenly Father up in Heaven.Love, Kelly
My heart hurts for you and the grief you and yours are experiencing. I’m so very sorry. You are in my thoughts and I care. I’m praying your happy memories will be of much comfort at this time.
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine what your going through. I’m sending prayers to you and your family. 🙏🙏❤️
So sorry for your loss and your illness as well. Prayers for you and your family.
So very very sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family at this very difficult time.
I am here via Shannon at Fox Hollow, hoping to lift you up in virtual hugs and support from a total stranger. I am so very sorry to read about your Jim, and am sending prayers for you and your family for healing and peace.
So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care sending hugs ❤❤❤
Marty, I am so sad for you. I can do little at this distance, but I will prayer for your continued healing both in body and heart. I am so glad you had such a good life with your husband.
I am so sorry. May God hold you all close.
My heart is broken for you. Sending my love and prayers and condolences. And I’m happy to provide a small bit of help by keeping your years-long seasonal home tour legacy strong while you grieve the loss of love of your life.
I’m so sorry for your loss Marty. Keeping you and your family in prayer.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
It saddens me to hear this news and I’m so sorry for your loss. I hope you make a full and healthy recovery. My thoughts are with you.
Dear Marty, I am so sorry for your loss. Many thoughts and prayers are with you.
So very, very sorry for your loss, Marty- there really is nothing that can be said except to be grateful for the knowledge that your sweet husband is with the Lord and you will see him again. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Oh goodness….Marty I’m so heartbroken for you. I don’t really know anyone personally who has died and this just brinks it closer to home. What trying times we are all living in right now….the sadness is just unbearable. You are certainly in my prayers as you navigate this uncharted territory of losing ur husband.
Dear Marty, I am so saddened to hear this news. Such a reminder that things can change in an instant. You and your loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sending you love, prayers and hugs.
Marty, I’m so sorry to hear the passing of your sweet Jim. My condolences to you and your family. ❤️
Oh Marty! I’m so very sorry to hear this and my heart is hurting for you and your family. Though we’ve never met, over these many years you and your sweet hubby have been such a joy to watch … the happiness and excitement of renovation projects you created and shared together, your hubby’s love of gardening and all the beautiful plants he nurtured to create the beautiful outdoor spaces at your current and former homes. I will miss seeing his handiwork. Please know that you and your family are in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
I’m very very sorry for your loss!! Wishing you a speedy recovery. A friend in common posted your link with the story and I had to stop and send you my prayers!!
I’m so sorry!
The picture you shared tells it all – what a happy couple.
Take care of yourself.
Dear Marty…..I was absolutely stunned when I read over at Junk Chic Cottage that your husband had passed, so I quickly came over to your blog to see if it was true cause I knew I had just seen a post by you the other day. I am so very sorry to hear this sad news and my
heart and prayers go out to you and the family. So glad to hear you are out of the hospital and doing better. Will continue to pray for complete healing from the Covid. I am so glad yall decided to move closer to family when you did, as you will surely need them now.
Again, my sincerest condolences and happy to know he is strolling thru heaven. You have a great outlook hon, but know you will need and appreciate lots of prayers. You will be on our prayer list………..
Love and Hugs,
Nellie
I am so, so sorry for your loss Marty. My mom just lost her battle with Covid as well. Very difficult times. I will keep you in my prayers.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Each night I send up a prayer for those that have lost loved ones to this horrible virus and for those struggling with it that their health will be returned to them. Please know you are in my prayers.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Marty. You are in my thoughts and prayers and sending hugs your way from Canada.
Dear Marty,
We haven’t met in person, but my heart breaks for you and your family in the loss of your husband. You all are in my thoughts and prayers – I can only imagine your broken hearts. Praying for your continued healing. In love –
Marty, I am so sorry for your great loss. We knew Jim was in the hospital but didn’t realize you were sick too.
We have all been together so long, you feel like family. Condolences to you and your family.
Not to worry, we will be here whenever you return. In my prayers.
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers with you for strength. Be safe
Marty I will be praying for you and your family with the loss of your husband. My deepest sympathies and I pray that you will continue to get well.
Marty, I just read the news about Jim’s journey home to the Lord on Kris’s blog. My heart is saddened by the news, and I so very much understand how you’re feeling, as my own husband left this earth in May 2007. He was my soul mate. Ironically, his name is Jim and we were married 36 years when he died suddenly. I know God will give you strength and courage to face each day, as I see He is already doing. It’s wonderful to see how many friends you have here that love you and are encouraging you. Friends and family are so important at this time. God bless you, Marty, and may He keep you firmly in His arms as you enter this new chapter in your life. My prayers are with you.
Marty, My heart is so incredibly broken for you. You are in my heart and prayers.
So sorry for your loss Marty. I will be praying for you and your family.
Oh, Marty, I’m so very sorry for your loss. I lost my hubs 8 years ago quite suddenly so I know how it feels to be there one day and gone the next. Please know that my prayers are with you during this time. And it takes time, a lot of it. I was married for only 21 years and he was 55 so we had a whole lifetime ahead of us. Or so we thought.
One of my blog readers wrote this to me and it helped. Eventually. ‘It’s like having a marching band in your home, it’s so painful. But eventually they go outside, then down the driveway, and then down the street. They’re never completely gone, they’re just out of your house.’
God bless Marty. If you should ever feel the need to talk with someone, I’m available.
I’m so sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. He was such a lovely man. I enjoyed my time with him in the Master Gardener’s program. So willing to share his knowledge of the botanical world. He will truly be missed
Oh Marty! I am so saddened to hear of your immense loss. Way back when I started blogging in 2012, I remember you were one of The kindest the bloggers to everyone— giving recognition and support to so many of us! I haven’t blogged for a few years now but still keep an eye on my blogger friends through Facebook and Instagram. You are still a kind soul who keeps inspiring and supporting everyone! I am praying for you as you recover from your illness and as you navigate your life without your best friend physically beside you. He is now your angel, still beside you, loving you as he always has. Peace to you, sweet lady. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
So very sorry for your loss.
Praying for peace and blessing for you and your family
I am so sorry to hear this. Sending you positive thoughts and prayers.
Oh Marty, So very sorry to hear this. You and your family are in our prayers and we pray that you have a full recovery.
I’m very sorry for the loss of your dear husband, Marty. May God be with you and your family.
There are no words. I am shocked, sad and heartbroken for you. We have never met, but I have spent so much time in your home, I feel you are a friend. My sympathies.
Fondly,
Ramona – Lakefield ON Canada
Marty, just knowing your husband is now with our Savior, will give you peace and God’s promise of seeing him again. Perhaps my husband is showing him around heaven since he’s been there 12 years. 🙂
God is good all the time. He doesn’t do anything without it being the best for you and me. Praise Him during your time of sadness, and He will give you strength and courage to face tomorrow. God bless.
Mira
sending love to you and your family at this sad time
Marty, I’m so very sorry for the loss of your beloved husband. We rejoice as believers that you will see him again one day, though! I’m praying for you today that the Lord will comfort your heart, give you peace, and provide for your needs as you navigate the days ahead. Much love, Jennifer
My sincere condolences on the loss of your dear husband. Praying for your strength and comfort.
Marty, I’m so very sorry for your loss, how devastating for you and your family. I’m thankful that know and take comfort that your love is now with Jesus. Lean into your family, I’ll be praying that you feel the Lord’s arms wrapped tightly around you all.
I am so very sorry to hear this. I had no idea. May God bless you and your family and bring you comfort as only He can.
You are in my prayers Marty. This hideous disease has caused devastation everywhere.
Deeply saddened for your loss.
Naush
I am so sorry for your loss and have sent up a prayer for you. What a blessing that you know where he is and that you will see him again one day.
God’s healing and blessings on you,
Susanne
Oh Marty, I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost my husband when I was 49, 19 years ago. I know your pain. I remarried, but it didn’t work out, so I’m finally after all this time, starting to be accustomed to being alone. Please take really good care of yourself, and get well. So sorry you’ve had to go through all this. Prayers for you,
Marty, I am shocked beyond belief to read this post about your husband and had no idea he and you have been so sick. May God wrap His loving arms around you and your family at this time to bless you and to give you the comfort, courage and strength that you need to continue forward in your life. Please know that we all care and we all send our love and our best wishes for you, that you may continue to heal and get completely well. You are and will continue to be in my prayers. <3 <3
Much love & hugs and my deepest condolences to you,
Tiffany
I am so VERY sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband; I didn’t learn of this until just now as I hadn’t been online for a few days. Please know that you are in my prayers and that God gives you strength to carry on at this time. I just learned late last week that you and your husband had been seriously ill with Covid-19 (I saw the post that you were just released but your husband was struggling). Again, please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your husband. May God give you and your family strength and may HE place his loving hands upon you and give you peace at this sad time.
Dear Marty, please know I have lifted you up in prayer. Matter of fact as soon as I learned about your beloved and you being sick from another blogger I immediately asked my family to lift you and dear family up to our Lord. My heart is breaking for you. I know that your sweet beloved is with the Lord and that you miss him more than words can convey. Praying for you and your family and asking God to heal you completely and to give you the strength you need. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Dear Marty, I just came back on line today from being off a few weeks. So I just learned of your illness and the passing of your husband. I am so sorry for your loss and I will keep you in my prayers. There are not a lot of words to say at a time like this. But glad to know where are loved ones are after passing.
God Bless you and your family at this time.
Esther
I’m so terribly sorry for your loss. My heart is heavy and I’m sending hugs and prayers your way.
Marty, I have been praying for you and your husband since I heard that you were both in the hospital. I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine what you are going through. I will continue to pray for you and your family to find peace and strength during this time.
Dear Marty.
I want to express my deepest sympathies for your loss. I am asking your Higher Power to give you love and strength. Remember you have many supportive people around you. Please ask for help from others. You are the dearest person. You are in my prayers. Much love .
From a loving fan,
Kathy
This is such sad gut-wrenching news to hear. Your words remind me that each day with our loved ones is precious.
My prayers were for a better outcome. But I understand what you mean about your husband being with the Lord – and I thank you for telling people that. I will continue to be in prayer for you and your family.
Marty you have been on my heart continually. I am praying for your emotional comfort and your complete healing.
I am sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family❤️
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort, peace and for healing.
Praying the Lord continues to strengthen, heal and comfort you in such a difficult season. Thanks for sharing your testimony of love and faith. You are in my prayers today.
Dear Marty, I’m very sorry Jim passed away. I wanted to let you know that I’m thinking of you. With much love, a long time reader of your lovely blog.
I am sitting here in shock. I was looking forward to your Tuesday findings. I know how you feel to a degree. I lost my husband last October. May God wrap His arms around you and comfort you during this difficult journey. I will keep you and your family in prayer. I am so sorry that you and your family have to experience this type of lost.
I am so sorry Marty! This is so sad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Peace to you and all your loved ones.
XO- MaryJo
Marty, When you’re up to it, please share the story of your relationship. I know you had been a single mom for some time. We’d love to hear your love story!
Marty my deepest sympathies. I’ve been following your blog for many years and was so sad to hear of this news. Will keep you and your family in my prayers.
There are times I feel like I have a million things to say and yet at times like these I feel at a complete loss. I am deeply sorry for your loss, Marty. I know it must be so difficult to face what you have faced. From the minute I started reading your blog I knew your husband and family were as important to you as your faith. I pray they will sustain you during this time and your memories will be a blessing. Praying you to continue to heal and that peace and boundless love will wash over you when you need it most. With love, CoCo
Oh, Marty, so sorry to read the heart-rending news of your husband’s death. Here’s my prayer for you-Lord, please hold Marty and her family close to Your heart as they grieve. May they feel Your tender comfort and experience Your peace that passes understanding. Amen.
Oh my goodness Marty! I am so sorry sweet lady. My prayer will be for you to heal and rest in knowing he’s with our Lord now. 🙂
Your blog has been a source of enjoyment for me for a long time. We haven’t met personally but I felt very sad when I heard of your great loss and just want you to know how sorry I am. My condolences to you and your family from a reader in far-away Alaska.
May God give you and your family strength and blessings during this difficult time. I’m so sorry for your loss!
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen.
I am so so sorry.
I’m so very sorry for your loss Marty. 🙁 I can’t imagine all that you’ve been through and will pray for you and your family as you grieve your loss.
Marty, I am so sorry. I have prayed for you and Jim many times and will continue to pray for you. May God bless you with peace and comfort in this devastating loss.
Praying for you in Oregon. Just saw this today.
My heart goes out to you.
Continuing to pray for your comfort and peace as you walk through this time.
My heart breaks for you. Nothing compares to the love of your life. My God keep you steady.
Marty, I am so very sorry for your profound loss.
I am so very saddened by your loss. I hope that your wonderful memories of Jim and your life together bring you comfort.
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss Marty. I pray you find a peace in knowing he is with Jesus.
Marty, I am one of so many who have enjoyed and been inspired by your blog. Your love for your husband Jim, was obvious to your followers. I am so saddened by your loss, and send love and prayers. None of which is enough. I’m sorry to say I had no idea you or your husband were ill, I work in the medical field and though I do not work in a hospital, our out patient center has been so busy, I have not had much time or energy for browsing my favorite blogs. I hope you and your family are now well and continue to be.
This virus is not a hoax, it is not going away magically and we all need to be supportive of each other to get through this challenging time.
Though I have never met you, you have shared your journey through some difficult life choices, shared your talent for making your new house truly a home, and doing it all with such grace. Thank you. Marie
Marty, I have never commented and am unknown to you. I feel you have given me much in your frequent and enjoyable posts. It is only myself and my husband and I am lucky to have him. We have no close family. So I read several blogs and yours a favorite. I was so sorry reading about your husband. I am familiar with loss of close family so realize how difficult it can be when recent. Hope you are recovering and taking care of yourself.
I am deeply sorry for your loss dear Marty. I cannot imagine how hard it must be to lose your dear partner of life, you best friend, your companion, in sickness and in health and all the other things. Praying for you, so or Lord will give you comfort at this trying times.
My husband and I also contracted COVID-19 and were able to be treated at home and now we are free from it, thanking God for ever for surviving it.
Sending you a big hug and blessings.
Fabby
Oh, Marty, I am so saddened to hear this. For various reasons, I have been off social media myself lately which is why I only just saw your post. I know only too well, that your whole life can change from one day to the next and I am sending you the strength to get through this very difficult time my friend.
Dear Marty this is one of the hardest things you will ever be going through. When my husband died a friend told me this and it helped me tremendously. Just Breathe . I hope it will help you some. Some days this will be all you can do. Take care.
Cheryl
Thank you, right now breathing is about all I can do and even that is hard. God Bless you.
Marty I was so sad to hear this news. You are constantly in my prayers I hope that time spent with family and loved ones at this tender time can bring you peace and comfort.
I am so very sorry for your loss. May the Lord grant you peace and give you and your family strength as you navigate this difficult time. May He also heal your body with a complete recovery. Praying for you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Although it’s been 10 years now, I also lost my husband suddenly. Life can change in an instant. It is wonderful that you have family close by you now. Pour your heart out in prayer & our Heavenly Father will draw close to you giving you the comfort & strength you need to get through. Another thing that helped me was knowing that my husband would want me to continue on & have a good & happy life. The love of your life, Jim, I’m
sure would want the same for you. Take comfort in knowing you have so many friends, that although we haven’t met face to face are praying for you, and holding you close in our thoughts right now.
Cindy
Thinking of you today. So sorry for your loss. Praying for you and yours.
Love,
Kippi
Oh Marty, I feel pain for your loss. I pray for you and your family.
You have my prayers dear lady!
Oh Marty .. I have followed you for years, and am just catching up today. I’m devastated to learn what you have been through. I’m so so sorry! My deepest sympathies on the loss of your husband. Wow, that sure makes covid more real for me… I’m just so sad for you. May you be surrounded with the love of family, God and know His peace in this trial. I think of the verse, “He is very close to the broken-hearted.” May you feel that in a tangible way. Love and prayers, Cynthia