Thinking of Carolyn (sammdc)

[Margie]

I wanted to share this here as it was posted in the Granny thread and some may have missed it. But I know Carolyn is such a treasured member here at DSP, and many would like to send her thoughts, prayers, and virtual hugs. :hug:

Carolyn (aka Caro aka sammdc)
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=44193
http://sammdc.blogspot.com/

Carolyn has lost her partner Donn. Many of us "knew" him from her scrapbook pages of their fun adventures. She was just here in the US visiting him when his condition deteriorated very quickly.

Caro, we're so very sorry for your loss and want to send many virtual hugs. You'll be in my prayers and I'm sure many others as well.

[JenniferG]

Oh My, Caro! So sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.

[Elisabeth]

No good words, hun. I adore you and wish I could take away your pain. I'm crying big time too; I know that won't help you a bit, but just know I care.

[Melissa]

Caro, great big hugs to you right now. :hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug:

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

[sandygb]

Carolyn - My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very painful time. I will grieve with you as will many of your friends here at DSP. You are not alone!!!

[Leslie]

My thoughts are with you Carolyn at this sad time. I am so sorry.

[MandyT]

All my love Carolyn. I know that no words can help, but know that we are keeping you in our hearts.

[Abby]

I can't express how sorry I am Carolyn, please know you're in all our thoughts and prayers.

[Tara]

Hey Caro - I can't believe this. I have to tell you, the news has brought serious tears to my eyes. When I say I'm crying with you, I truly am. The love that you and your sweetie shared was so apparent and beautiful. I loved how excited you would get when a visit was on the horizon. I can't imagine how crushed you must be at this moment. I wish we could ALL be there to hug you and care for you right now.

[Vallie]

:hug: :hug: :hug:
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/data/500/yellow_rose1.jpg

[ebears]

so sorry to read of your Loss.My thoughts are with you.

[Erica]

Oh Carolyn, I'm crying with you over your loss of your dear Donn, how can any words help ease the pain you must be experiencing right now - know that you're in my prayers and sending you loads of :hug::hug::hug::hug:

[Amber]

Im so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with you during this horrible time.

[Tina]

I've made a Flair for Carolyn, so that when she logs on, hopefully she'll see many, many of us are thinking of her

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/forum/../gallery/data/6648/thumbs/Flair_Caro.png (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/forum/../gallery/showphoto.php?photo=299720)
For Carolyn (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/forum/../gallery/showphoto.php?photo=299720)

[hoozieg]

I've made a Flair for Carolyn, so that when she logs on, hopefully she'll see many, many of us are thinking of her

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/forum/../gallery/data/6648/thumbs/Flair_Caro.png (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/forum/../gallery/showphoto.php?photo=299720)
For Carolyn (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/forum/../gallery/showphoto.php?photo=299720)

This was sweet of you Tina. Thanks! :hug:

[littlekiwi]

Hugs Caro http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/data/6648/Flair_Caro.png

[evergreen100]

Caro, I've already expressed my condolences in the GT but here are more warm hugs, lots of prayers and metres and metres of red threads to surrround you. This is so hard to take in, I knew Donn was unwell but had no idea it was so serious. I cannot imagine what you are going through at this moment, I can only offer my deepest sympathy and love and feel thankful that you were able to spend the last few weeks with him.

[shazzt]

Thinking of you - I will miss seeing you two together. Those layouts always brought a smile to my face.

[suemack]

Sending (((hugs))) Caro. I am so sorry for your great loss. :hug:

[kaliko88]

Many prayers will be said for you. I hope you find comfort from all the generous hearts here at DSP.

[sands_healy]

Adding my support and cyber hugs for you here too Caro!... I so wish I was with you right now to help you through this.

[Robyn Gough]

Oh My Carolyn, I am SO sorry for your Loss. My heart goes out to you and your family at this difficult time. Sending lots of cyber hugs your way!

[Jeanet]

I'm so sorry to hear this Carolyn. My thoughts are with you

[sammdc]

I am so tired right now but the love and support from you all has truly made me feel a glimmer of hope I am jsut not sure of how to live with out Donn I started and ended every day for 11 yrs with Donn and at this point i havent even able to bear to go home I am staying at my parents place as my home is filled with Donn photos gifts cards dreams and laughter we shared

[sailingsue]

Carolyn, I can't believe your sad news. I went back and looked at your wonderful gallery and was so reminded of all the wonderful time you two had spent together and the amazing love you shared. The pain I know must be unbearable right now, but I'm sure Donn is nearer than you think and is holding you in his arms. Draw strength from your memories and know that there are people around the world sharing your grief and sending hugs your way!

[AliceAMattison]

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/data/6648/Flair_Caro.png :hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug:

[webfrau]

{HUGS}
Know that I'm thinking of you.

[JanP]

What sad news. Sending my support along with the others at DSP. I feel for you in your loss. :hug:

[Lauren]

My deepest sympathies to you in this very sad time.

[quanita]

Very sad to hear your news, thinking of you and wishing you all the support and love you need at this time

[Marcee]

big hugs to you carolyn...thinking of you!!

[honeymoon]

Caro, nothing I can say can really make things better, but just know that we are all thinking of you.

[Wanda]

Caro, my sympathies to you. Like so many have already said, your scrapping revealed a fun and caring relationship that was wonderful to see. While Donn is gone in a physical sense, he will always be with you in your heart and in your memories. Take care...

[dawn-in-nz]

Carolyn, I've only just heard the sad news about Donn and I'm shocked beyond belief. I felt as if I knew Donn through all your wonderful LOs as I know all your friends at DSP did. My heartfelt sympathies are with you at this time. I know you will come through this dark time of your life and know that we will all be waiting to see your smiling face once more. The very warmest of hugs to you.

[Maikku]

Carolyn I'm so terribly sorry to hear this. My heart goes out to you..what a great loss I can not even imagine how devastated you must feel. You are in my thoughts and prayers.:hug:

[KrystalW]

Oh Caro!!!! I am sorry for your loss. I am also sorry that I have no other words but to send you the biggest cyber hug I can manage. Our thoughts are with you.

[Muma]

I am so sorry for your loss Caro. I know there is not much that I can say to take the pain away. I so wish I could but know that I am saying prayers for you and sending lots of big cyber hugs your way.

[tg13]

I am so sorry for your loss Carolyn, of course there is not much one can say at times like this, but the support of your scrapping friends will follow you where ever you go, you´ll be in my thoughts and prayers.:pray::hug::pray:

[KY Bumpkin]

Huge hugs, and I'm so sorry. There are no good words at times like this, but know our thoughts are with you.

[tif_gerber]

Many thoughts, prayers and hugs being sent your way Carolyn. I am so sorry for your loss.

[scamptx]

No words can express my grief for your loss. Please remember the IRL hug I was able to give you in San Antonio, and imagine many more through out this hard time.

[happybeingamom]

I am so sorry for your loss :hug:

[Corgi Lover]

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh Caro, I am so sorry for your loss. Your love for Donn shown through all that you did and were. What you had was such a beautiful thing. I pray for you and know that we all are here for you in any way we can. HUGS!

[loonyhiker]

You are in my thoughts and prayers! I hope the good memories get you through the tough times.

[cherebus]

Adding more hugs and prayers for you here Carolyn. I have tears in my eyes everytime I think of you and Donn. I know there is nothing I can say to give you relief from the pain. I just hope all those wonderful memories you had with him fill your heart.

[SuzanneCWalker]

I am so tired right now but the love and support from you all has truly made me feel a glimmer of hope I am jsut not sure of how to live with out Donn I started and ended every day for 11 yrs with Donn and at this point i havent even able to bear to go home I am staying at my parents place as my home is filled with Donn photos gifts cards dreams and laughter we shared

Ohhhhhh, Caro.... I'm so, so, unbelievably sad. I've been crying all morning for you. I can't imagine the pain. Please know that I'm praying for you and thinking of you all the time. Holler at me if I can listen......... I love you, girlfriend.

[Karen Bowers]

carolyn, i'm not around here much at anymore, but i sure remember you and your guy. i'm very sorry.

[janetklm]

My deepest sympathies to you! You'll be in my thoughts and prayers in this terrible painfull time. :pray: :hug:

[Amanda]

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

[Lynnie]

Caro - Donn will continue to live through the wonderful memories, photographs and layouts. Everything you have done to create happy memories when he was living, will bring back those memories now he has gone.

I think CS Lewis said "the pain now is part of the happiness then, that's the deal." When I think of someone I love so much who is gone now, I remind myself that if I had a choice between never knowing that person and knowing them, and the price of knowing them was the pain I would feel, I would choose the pain every time...

[Christine]

More hugs Caro! We are standing with you!

[Meg]

Carolyn, my heart aches for your loss. Take care of yourself as you know he would want you to.

[Tina]

here's the PHP code for Carolyn's flair if anyone needs it to add to their sig

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/data/6648/thumbs/Flair_Caro.png

[Kathleen]

Carolyn, many, many hugs to you and your family! I remember first coming across a page of yours, and not quite understanding how such a long distance relationship could flourish. Of course, as I got to know you just a little bit, and saw more and more of what the two of you shared, it was so evident that you had an incredible love that, if anything, was made stronger by the distance between you. Take comfort in all that you can, I know that the smile on your face will return.

[Roberta T]

Caro, I am so very sorry for your loss. As everyone hear knows, you guys were so happy, I've marveled at the closeness and love you have had. It's a terrible loss for you, but you have had a wonderful treasure in your life that not everyone gets. Many blessings and prayers for you.

[bandwife]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and may all your DSP friends help ease your loss.

[Tina]

ladies, I am getting a gallery created called "Cards for Caro". I hope that you will fill it up with love for her.

I'll post the link when it is up.

:love1::love1:Thanks! :love1::love1:

[Ruby Rynne]

I'm so sorry for your loss Caro.

[just-pjz]

I just don't have the words...I'm so full of sorrow at your loss.
Your love shined through in so many ways here at dsp, as I'm sure it must have in your everyday life.
I hope you are able to find some true comfort in the endless thoughts and prayers we all send your way.
Blesses to you and yours in this time.

[idtwinmom]

I'm stunned! I did not know he had any health issues! My heart goes out to you, and my arms are aching to give you a hug!

[sherryva]

Carolyn-
There are simply no words. I can't stop weeping. You brought Donn's smile and humor into our lives thru your layouts, and we will miss him too. As well as we all know each others lives here at DSP- it is times like these that are so frustrating, I am sure there are alot of us that would like to be with you now, to hold your hand and help you thru this, please know that we are with you in spirit, and share in Donn's passing, and are happy you shared your love story with us.
Hugs....

[Jill W]

Carolyn, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss - sending thoughts, prayers and hugs your way...

[HeatherL]

Carolyn I posted my condolences in the Granny Thread but I cannot stop thinking about you and how hard this must be. Through your layouts, you shared so many wonderful moments with Donn and you let us all travel and be a part of your adventures and pure romantic moments. Hold on to those special memories. I wish I could be there to give you hugs and support. I keep you in my prayers.

[Cathiemarie]

Oh Caro, I can't begin to express my sadness for you. I just can't beleive what I'm reading. You must feel like the bottom fell out of your world. I just can't find the right words right now to say to you, other than please know that we all love you and Don. Like Tara said, we all could feel what you had for each other and the tingle of excitement when a trip to see each other was coming up. Oh Caro.

[GrandmaCrys]

Caro, again, please know you're in all our hearts, thoughts, and prayers as you go through this heart-wrenching experience. I just wish we could all embrace you and help relieve your pain. :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[AliceAMattison]

Caro, I can't stop thinking about you and the loss you are feeling. I wish I could give you a hug and make you feel better. Please know that we love you.

[stitchmich]

Carolyn, Count me among the many, many people who are greiving with you and lifting you up in our prayers.
Michelle

[Fulltime RVer]

Caro - I was able to meet you because of Donn and am shocked and saddened that he is no longer here. Hugs and prayers.

[handkl]

Carolyn, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.

[guitargirl]

You are in my prayers, too.:pray::hug:

[HeatherH]

So sorry, Carolyn. I know I said it once already in the GT, but wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you and sending hugs and prayers your way.:hug::pray::love1:

[newbienfr]

Carolyn I'm so sorry about your loss. Sending you big hugs and loving thoughts.

[dawn-in-nz]

I've made a card for Carolyn and have posted it in the Grannie gallery until Tina gives us a link to the new one:-

For Carolyn
http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/data/5144/for-carolyn-small1.jpg (http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=299816)

[mommabyrd2003]

Carolyn -

I have tears streaming down my cheeks right now. I absolutely adore the layouts of you and Donn together. Your layouts and photos have touched me deeply. It is because of you and Donn that I now make it a point to take more pictures of Neilston and I together. Thank you for showing me how to be a better wife. I'll be praying for strength and comfort for you and your family. I'm also singing praises that Donn is no longer in pain. Never will a day go by that you won't feel the presence of your personal angel. Love to you.

[Audrey]

Oh, Carolyn, I am so sorry for your loss!! I cannot imagine what you are going through right now.
Hugs to you!

[Lisa Carter]

You are in my thoughts and prayers!
May God bless and comfort you in this time of grief and may he carry you so that when you look down you see but one set of footsteps...His..carrying you and comforting you.
I am sending you virtual hugs!

[RoadMap4Us]

Carolyn -- My thoughts and prayers are with you right now. Hold tight. God bless you.

[carolyn d]

Carolyn, My heart is breaking for you with this sudden and sad loss. My heartfelt sympathies to you and Donn's family at this difficult time.

[jestep]

Carolyn, its so rare to see two people so in love and the layouts have attested to the joy that this brought you. you just beamed in every photo and what was extrodinary was the soul mate feeling that was conveyed with your scrapping. i loved to see the radiant beams that seem to leap from the gallery whenever you posted the two of you together. i am so very sorry to hear of your loss, and, my heart is heavy for you. My prayers are with you as you navigate the days and months and years ahead. you are very dear to your scrap-'sters.....and, in whatever ways you wish to share with us, we wish to receive from you. with love, june

[diturpin]

Soooo sorry to see this posted. Sending hugs and love!!! Peace.

[Song Catcher]

So Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[Donut]

Carolyn, I am so so sad to see this news. I know nothing that is said can change things, but please know that I am thinking of you and sending you all my love and hugs to help you through this difficult time. :hug::hug::hug:

[Scrappy Mama]

Thinking and praying for you. :hug: :pray:

[Tina]

cards for caro gallery up

http://www.digitalscrapbookplace.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=6796

[janetklm]

Thanks Tina!
Lovely way to let her know we're with her in this terrible time!

[Cathiemarie]

Thank you Tina, are we all doing a card each and posting in that gallery?

[Tina]

Thank you Tina, are we all doing a card each and posting in that gallery?

yes :)

[cheecheongfun]

Carolyn - I am sorry for your lost. I am praying that God will send peace to you and your family in this difficult time.

[kitscrapper]

So so sorry for you loss. Wishing you thoughts of peace to help you survive your days; continue finding strength in your loved ones to help you make it through the days in bits and pieces. Take care.

[kim]

Carolyn, you are thought about and loved! Please take care of you and let us know if there is anything we can do for you! HUGS! I am so sorry for your loss!

[ReneT]

Carolyn, although I don't know you very well, I could see what a gentle spirit you are, and I could see the love you and Donn shared and the fun you had with him in your layouts. I am so very, very sorry for the loss of your beloved Donn. I know these mere words do not take away your pain, but I am hoping that you feel the outpouring of love and support from your DSP friends and family. I pray that God will lift you up and comfort you right now as you try to navigate your way through your grief. Your love for Donn, and his for you, lives on in the memories and layouts we were blessed that you shared with us. Hugs from Texas.

[Vallie]

:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[GrandmaCrys]

We're all so sorry for your loss, Carolyn. Please know that you have lots and lots of grannie shoulders just waiting here for you any time you're ready. :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Leslie]

Thinking of you at this sad time Carolyn. I'm so sorry.

[sherryva]

Today is Donn's memorial service- I am sure it will a very difficult day for Carolyn.
I hope she visits this thread again - and gets some comfort from the fact that we are all thinking about her.

[Cathiemarie]

Just want to let you know that I am thinking about you Caro, and my heart goes out to you especially today as you pay your respects to Donn. ((((((((((( cyber hugs )))))))

[sandygb]

Thinking about you here too Carolyn. I know the memorial service for Donn must have been very hard, but I hope it also brought you some good memories and comfort! Donn is surely with you.

[Leslie]

Thinking of you today Carolyn. :)

[janetklm]

There's a little candle burning here right next to my pc.
Donn, you and family are in my prayers and thoughts today!

:hug: :pray: :hug:

[Tina]

i just uploaded my card for her to the Cards for Caro gallery.

Thinking of you Carolyn.

[jestep]

My sympathy to you Carolyn. Saw a recent layout, hope you wont go far from us, i know your scrapsisters can bring you comfort, and so can your memories.

[JanP]

I'm thinking of you today too Carolyn. I hope the memorial service can be the start of your healing. Cyberhugs from me too.
Jan

[dawn-in-nz]

:hug::hug::hug::hug: Thinking of you & Donn today too, warm hugs from me :hug::hug::hug::hug:

[HeatherL]

Special hugs to you today Carolyn. I hope you can find comfort from those around you.

[GailS]

My heart goes out to you, Caro. I am so incredibly sorry and sad to hear about your loss. Hugs to you my friend...:hug:

[sammdc]

thank you everyone each day has a new challenge and it's still just going through the motions I still struggle with the concept that just over 3 weeks ago I was holding Donn's hand and still making plans for our next adventure together.