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Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Heaven

"How's your--"

SLAM!

dad doing?

My alarm and its 5 o'clock music interrupted the question in my dream this morning, but I heard it anyway. And no surprise, it's woven to my sub-conscience, because yesterday was the eight-month mark since my dad's passing.

As I lay in bed before getting up, running over the sadness of that question--How's your dad doing?--I remembered what my five-year-old said last night when I tucked her in.

"We know where Papa is. Papa's in Heaven."

This after no prompting from me. I hadn't shared with her what date it was.

How's your dad doing?

And the answer pressed me, just like I'd pressed the alarm's snooze button.

He's in Heaven.

I trust it because my daughter knows the truth. She is a pure and open channel that way. She knows.

My dad's doing just fine.
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20 comments:

  1. Karen LangeJanuary 18, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    What a blessing to have that assurance! And what a treasure we have of strength in Him.
    Blessings,
    Karen

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  2. AvDBJanuary 18, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Such a lovely post. I'm glad you, your kids, and your dad have all found your peace.

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  3. The Hat ChickJanuary 18, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Wrap yourself in that comfort! It is truely a blessing!

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Where's the LIKE button on this post!

    Be comforted. Your daddy's in the presence of our Almighty God and that's a good place to be.

    Hugs Janna!
    -FringeGirl

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  5. LizaJanuary 18, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Glad your girl gave you that comfort.

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  6. DebbieJanuary 18, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    What a comfort that is!

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  7. DianeJanuary 18, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    Him and my mom are looking down on us and smiling. :O)

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  8. Melissa AmateisJanuary 18, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Hugs, Janna. You have a very wise little girl. :-)

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  9. septembermomJanuary 18, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    I tell my daughter how my Dad is up in Heaven watching us and protecting us. She never knew him, but I can see her face brighten when I tell her about all the love in Heaven looking out for us.

    Sending love and hugs to you Janna.

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  10. AnalisaJanuary 18, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    Yes he is just doing fine and he is part of your future!

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  11. Kristen Torres-ToroJanuary 18, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Definitely need a "like" button! I'm so sorry for your physical separation, but I am so happy you will see him again!

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  12. KarenJanuary 18, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Janna, blessings, dear friend.

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  13. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    Hello!!

    So lovely!

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  14. Glynis Peters January 19, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Hugs x

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  15. DL HammonsJanuary 19, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    *sigh*

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  16. Jennifer ShirkJanuary 19, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    That knowledge really is a comfort to us left on earth. (hugs) I know it's still not easy.

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  17. Capri K @ No Whining AllowedJanuary 19, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Yes, he is just fine!
    That was a nice kiss on the cheek from God, just for you!

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  18. Deb ShuckaJanuary 19, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Blessings to you all. I love it when God uses kids to talk to us.

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  19. Duane ScottJanuary 19, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    So beautiful.

    Simple.

    But beautiful.

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  20. JoyJanuary 20, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    I can relate to that. Something similar said by my younger son when my husband passed away many years ago. And I've been having many thoughts as his death anniversary approaches on the 27th.

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