Merry Christmas

[silvanski 1]

Hi peeps,

I don't come in here that much anymore, maybe because everything's been going smooth here.

Great wife, excellent job etc.

It's gonna be a subdued Christmas atmosphere however as last sunday Kathleen's mom lost her battle against cancer.

Everyone is devastated of course.

At least we can take comfort in the fact that she went peacefully and apparently in no pain, surrounded by her loved ones.

In the relative short amount of time I became quite attached to that sweet little lady who welcomed me in the family as one of her own, telling me face to face how delighted she was that her daughter finally found happiness with a good man. I promised her to be a good husband for her daughter and I'll stick to that.

I remember how thrilled she was when she met my mom who came over from Belgium to attend the wedding, I remember her unselfish attitude, always concerned about the wellbeing of others even when her condition was getting worse.

I remember her wish to stay at home, knowing her condition was getting worse, but she insisted to stay with "my folks" as she called all of us... and she didn't want her dog Buddy to be left alone.

Christmas gatherings will never be the same...

Rest in peace Terri.

At work they've been wonderful, allowing me to be off till the 18th, combination of paid bereavement and vacation time. I now know that the effort I put into my job pays off.

Merry Christmas to y'all.

Silvain.

[Sinergy 3]

Silvanski, it is good to see you post again, sure have missed seeing you around here.

on the other hand, very very sorry to hear about the loss. im sorry there is this pain in your family weather it be the holidays or not. i pray for all of you to be well.

[MrsBruce5 0]

Sorry for the loss of your dear friend and mother in law. She sounds like a fine woman.

May she sit peacefully in the palm of God's hand until you meet again.

Best Wishes to you and your wife.

Rose

[Canuck Carrie 1]

Best wishes to all of you

[MHandMB 0]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories you have with your mother-in-law and remind yourself how lucky you are to have a great family. I never got to meet my mother-in-law and father-in-law, and would love to have been able to share some time with them. It's really a blessing that you were able to have that time with her, and I'm sure she was at peace knowing that her daughter was left with a loving husband.

My condolences to you and your wife.

[Fandango 1,440]

I'm so sorry Silvain. My condolences to your family & have said a lil prayer for all of you.

[MaryandMian 1]

Was so sorry to hear of the loss of your wonderful mother-in-law and may you cherish your time and memories from your brief time together. I am sending condolences to you and your family and may you find inner peace and healing. My family will be sending up prayers for yours, take care of yourselves.

Mary

[Reba 2]

Sylvain, I'm very sorry to see this. I'm sure she's at peace now.

*hugs*

[almaty 19]

i am also sorry my friend for your lost....peace and goodness to your family...your brother dean

[MichelleandCraig 1]

Aw, Silvy...I wish you could be posting with better news. Thinking of you, Kathleen and the rest of the family at this time...take care. (F) M&C

[pj1959us 0]

Condolences to you and yours, Silvain. So sorry to hear your news, but glad that otherwise all is well and will help you through.

[silvanski 1]

Thank you all for the kind words of support. It's very much appreciated.

[mellie 1]

So sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts.

[scotty 0]

So sorry to hear of your loss, knowing her daughter had found a good and honest man would have pleased and comforted her in the last months and days of her life.

You have your cherished memories that will stay with you and your wife forevermore.

Best wishes for the future

Scotty and Saxony

[KarenCee 3]

I am so very sorry Silvain...my condolences to Kathleen as well. My mom lost her battle with cancer on 12/03/05 and Christmas won't be the same for us either. Rest in peace dear lady...and please know our thoughts are with y'all.