We went to Cocoa Beach to see the space shuttle launch at night..the launch at 6:21 this morning was the last night launch of the shuttle series...there are .three shuttle launches left with all daytime launches. We also got to spend time with Linda's niece Denise.....husband Clark...and daughter Rachel. We enjoy spending time with them....
During the night last night Dave happened to his phone on and received a call that his Mom had passed away. It was expected but not so quickly.....we had hoped to make it back to Oregon to visit one last time. She was blessed with no pain and lived a long life...but was up against impossible odds with her health issues. We are having a family memorial the first part of May when we return.
Our house sale here in Florida is moving forward...the appraisal is tomorrow with the inspection on Wednesday.....we plan on closing on the 16th and begin our cross country trek in the car with personal belongings and all soon thereafter.
Below are various pictures including the last hockey game where we sat so high in the Forum...but worked our way down to the 100 level big spender seats...we have another game tomorrow night..
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11 comments:
So sorry to hear about your mom, Dave. It's never easy to lose a parent, even if it's expected.
Glad to hear everything's moving along smoothly with the FL home sale. I swear, if I could have come up with a good reason to live in Tampa, I would have loved to have such a beautiful home.
My love to you both, as always.
Condolences, Dave. I'm sorry to hear the news. Even when it's expected, it's unexpected. Even when it's a blessing, it's a hardship. Prayers to you both as well as the rest of the family.
On a brighter side, thank you for the pictures of the launch. I've always wished to see one. At least I get to hear the double BAM BAM when it heads for one of those rare landings at Edwards.
I agree with CJ: Your FL house is gorgeous. If it had been closer to my mom, I would have been sorely tempted. I'm glad you found someone who knows quality when they see it and that the sale seems to be progressing apace.
Marjorie
Dave, I'm really sorry about your mom's death, but am consoled that she didn't linger and isn't suffering anymore. But no matter what, a loss is a loss. I'm sorry.
And am thrilled you sold the FLA home so quickly. Talk about it being the right decision and the right time!! :-D
L, keep up the good work. (;-) ) I am so happy to read about your continuing improvement.
Wrapping you both in the golden glow of healing love.
Susie
Sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom, Dave, we will keep you and your family in our prayers.
We were in Titusville for the Shuttle launch, it was spectacular! Also got beautiful pictures. Hope for the next launch we will be on the roof of Randy's home office!!
So Sorry to hear the passing of your mother, Dave. My prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing Dave. It is a shock no matter if it is expected. We will
keep you in our prayers.
So glad to hear you have the house sold there and so fast! Good for you. Can't wait to have you two back here so we can see you more often. Jim and I are going to Long Beach, will miss you!
Nancy, Gene, Jim and Joe
Dave, sorry about your mother. Thanks for posting the shuttle pictures. What an awesome sight....and the space shuttle looked great, too!
Marilyn
Dave - so sorry to hear the sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your mom.
Glad you saw the launch though... am sure it was pretty spectacular!
Hope it's nice and warm down there... :)
Take care... and condolences.
Jim and Swee
DAVE YOU KNOW YOU HAVE MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES. THIS IS NEVER EASY TO ACCEPT.
BEAUTIFUL PICTURES!
LINDA, WHO'S DAUGHTER IS YOUR NEICE?
CLAUDIA
Our deepest condolence on the loss of your mother, Dave. We are keeping you both in our prayers.
The shuttle launch photos are great-how cool that you got to see one of the last launches! We may be able to witness a landing before the fleet is grounded.
We are pleased to hear that the sale of your Florida home went a lot more smoothly than that of your place in OR!
~Susan & Rick
P.S. Love the sentiment on Linda's t-shirt!
Dave, our sympathies to you and your family. I apologize for my tardiness on the message too but we've been out of town for a few days.
You, Linda, and the entire family are in our prayers.
shelly & jason paul
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