My Son has passed
Restoring myself to sanity
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Georgia
Posts: 1,018
I don't even know what to say to you because no amount of words will every bring your son back or ease the pain of your loss.
You are in my thoughts and prayers and I pray that you find peace and strength in your heart to get you through this difficult time.
(((((((((hugs)))))))))) and many thoughts and prayers.
You are in my thoughts and prayers and I pray that you find peace and strength in your heart to get you through this difficult time.
(((((((((hugs)))))))))) and many thoughts and prayers.
remember to breathe
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: philadelphia pa
Posts: 1,280
Oh damn, I have been thinking of you all the time, my son is 23 (sober for about 5 months now) but I related. I am so sorry, the one nightmare we all dread. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You mentioned delaware river, I'm in philadelphia and the delaware is 3 blocks from me, are you near me? I could come to the service if you want. I don't mean to open anything up as far as annonymity but just know the offer is there.
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: CA
Posts: 32
unbelievable
I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. My son Ryan died from a drug overdose just less than two weeks ago. I wish i could give you a big hug and we could cry together. The pastor of the school/church where I work told me it was ok to cry because the tears I cry are God's tears. That meant a lot to me.
I know there are no words to comfort you right now. But I did find shared hugs and tears are a source of strength. Accept all the help people will give you. They love you and they loved your son and they really want to help you any way they can.
I know thenext immediate days are hell to go thru. But I know this forum is a constant source of support. Please take care of yourself. I will be thinking of you and praying for you.
I know there are no words to comfort you right now. But I did find shared hugs and tears are a source of strength. Accept all the help people will give you. They love you and they loved your son and they really want to help you any way they can.
I know thenext immediate days are hell to go thru. But I know this forum is a constant source of support. Please take care of yourself. I will be thinking of you and praying for you.
"Welcome To The Future..."
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: WV
Posts: 224
Stephensmom,
I'm fairly new here to SR, and a friend of mine just told me about the horrific thing that has happened to your beloved child. As I read through these posts, I was stricken with both grief and hope; Grief because I cannot begin to imagine what you are going through; And Hope because there is so much love and support coming from people of all walks of life who are holding you and your family in their open arms and lifting you up in prayer!
My friend and I were discussing how stories like your's show us just how important it is to get and stay sober! Although, your son's death seems like a waste to you, it is a reminder to the rest of us, that it could be any one of us at anytime.
Again, I'm truly sorry for your loss. I, too, will be lifting you and your family up in prayer so that you may find peace! Take care of yourself and remember all the wonderful times you had with Stephen. Someday, he will greet you with open arms and you both will be embraced with love!
butterfly19
I'm fairly new here to SR, and a friend of mine just told me about the horrific thing that has happened to your beloved child. As I read through these posts, I was stricken with both grief and hope; Grief because I cannot begin to imagine what you are going through; And Hope because there is so much love and support coming from people of all walks of life who are holding you and your family in their open arms and lifting you up in prayer!
My friend and I were discussing how stories like your's show us just how important it is to get and stay sober! Although, your son's death seems like a waste to you, it is a reminder to the rest of us, that it could be any one of us at anytime.
Again, I'm truly sorry for your loss. I, too, will be lifting you and your family up in prayer so that you may find peace! Take care of yourself and remember all the wonderful times you had with Stephen. Someday, he will greet you with open arms and you both will be embraced with love!
butterfly19
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Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: twilight zone,usa
Posts: 3,909
(((((((((((stevensmom)))))))) i am so sorry. i am hurting with you & i wish i had some words of comfort. just know that u r in my prayers.you,steven, & all the ones that knew him & loved him.
same planet...different world
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Butte, America
Posts: 10,946
****{My heart cries for you and yours******
There are no words of comfort that can touch the unspeakable pain of the loss of a child. I can only offer prayers of comfort, compassion, sympathy that appear so very small and weak in response.
There are no words of comfort that can touch the unspeakable pain of the loss of a child. I can only offer prayers of comfort, compassion, sympathy that appear so very small and weak in response.
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Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: falmouth ma
Posts: 28
Stephensmom
I will keep you in my thoughts. Hold tight to the good memories that you have of Stehen. Some one has a plan for Stephen and it must be a better place for him with lots of peace.
I am so sorry
Trisha
I will keep you in my thoughts. Hold tight to the good memories that you have of Stehen. Some one has a plan for Stephen and it must be a better place for him with lots of peace.
I am so sorry
Trisha
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Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: FL
Posts: 14,246
I'm so sorry to learn of Stephen's passing. Please accept my condolences and know that I will be praying for you and your family during this time of sadness and grief. Please take good care of yourself.
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Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: New Jersey
Posts: 287
There are no words, only prayers for you and your son. As the father of a 21 year old AS it is the worst fear come true.
I pray that you are able to find some peace over time and remember the wonderful son Steven, not the addict.
Please take care of yourself.
I pray that you are able to find some peace over time and remember the wonderful son Steven, not the addict.
Please take care of yourself.
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Posts: 115
Stephensmom, I am so very sorry that your son has passed. My heart aches with you. I found a poem and thought of you...
I Dreamed Last Night of Heaven
I dreamed last night of Heaven
As I followed you there
I felt your presence, heard your heart,
I almost touched your hair.
I remember crying
Just because I missed you so
Though I was right behind you
I didn’t want you to go.
I begged for a reminder
To help me see your face
A thing to hold and touch
But it left an empty place.
I looked for you in everything
I asked for you by name
I know that you were with me there
I’ll never be the same.
I dreamed last night of Heaven
I ache for one more glimpse
Of the love I felt while near you
And the beautiful heart I miss.
Written by Brenda Penepent, LPN, Executive Director of Healing Heart For Bereaved Parents, Russellville, Arkansas Chapter.
Stephensmom, again I am so sorry that it happened this way. I am so sorry that your heart is aching and longing for your boy. There must be so many questions, and I will be praying for you and your family as you go through the coming days.
I Dreamed Last Night of Heaven
I dreamed last night of Heaven
As I followed you there
I felt your presence, heard your heart,
I almost touched your hair.
I remember crying
Just because I missed you so
Though I was right behind you
I didn’t want you to go.
I begged for a reminder
To help me see your face
A thing to hold and touch
But it left an empty place.
I looked for you in everything
I asked for you by name
I know that you were with me there
I’ll never be the same.
I dreamed last night of Heaven
I ache for one more glimpse
Of the love I felt while near you
And the beautiful heart I miss.
Written by Brenda Penepent, LPN, Executive Director of Healing Heart For Bereaved Parents, Russellville, Arkansas Chapter.
Stephensmom, again I am so sorry that it happened this way. I am so sorry that your heart is aching and longing for your boy. There must be so many questions, and I will be praying for you and your family as you go through the coming days.
Southern through and through
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: In.....trouble :-)
Posts: 1,453
((((((((Stephensmom))))))))))))))
Please know that I am keeping you and your family in my prayers, especially during the next few days. I know nothing can make the pain go away at this time, but just remember that he no longer suffers from the disease of addiction. Your son is free.
Hugs and prayers,
Hangin' In
Please know that I am keeping you and your family in my prayers, especially during the next few days. I know nothing can make the pain go away at this time, but just remember that he no longer suffers from the disease of addiction. Your son is free.
Hugs and prayers,
Hangin' In
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