We have had such a horrible week here at The House of M. My husband’s father, a very special person in our lives, unexpectedly passed away Sunday evening from a ruptured aortic aneurysm that we didn’t know existed. To say we have been devastated feels like an understatement.
When life deals you such a mighty blow, it’s amazing how quickly your entire world gets laser-focused on what matters the most. I have spent a lot of time this past week crying and grieving, a lot of time just being with my family (thank goodness for Skype so I could see their faces and feel that much closer to them). And I’ve also spent a lot of time just holding my babies.
I’m so thankful for this blog and for being my own boss, because I had the luxury and the freedom to step away and take the time I needed. I will continue to take time as I need it over the coming weeks and months, so if a handful of days go by without a post, just know that I’m taking time to be with my family and to celebrate and enjoy life the way my father-in-law taught me to. This guy was truly the life of every party. Always a smile on his face. Always an adventure right around the corner, waiting to be discovered. I’m going to follow his example more closely than ever before and savor the joy that can be found if you just take a second to look for it.
We love you so much, Dad. You are so very, very missed. And we are so grateful for the time and all the fun we had together. We promise to keep your legacy of prioritizing fun with family alive. Cheers to the next adventure!
Tiffany, I am so sorry. I have been praying for your family. Please let me know if there’s anything you need!
Oh Tiffany I am so sorry for your loss. Losses with no warning are so, so hard. I am thankful you had such a wonderful father-in-law. I will be praying for your husband’s family and your little family during this time.
Im so sorry for you, your husband and your families loss. I pray God wraps His arms around you all to comfort you in your time of need. My thoughts and prayers are with you 🙁
Those pictures speak a thousand words about what kind of person he was. I am so sorry for your loss.
Much sympathy to you and your family. It is never easy losing a parent and especially so suddenly. Prayers to all of you.
All of these comments are so touching to me. Thank you, friends.
Your father-in-law sounds like he was an amazing man. I am so truly sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
He looks like a guy who was fun to be around. I am so sorry for your loss and pray for peace and understanding for you and your family.
Tiffany –
I am so sorry for your family’s loss!
Take time to grieve and remember – it is so important!
~B
What a colorful man and what a great loss to your family. Hugs and prayers to all of you, and arms of Jesus wrapped around your MIL for her loss.
I’m so very sorry for your loss. He is a great man that will surely be missed. Many prayers for your family.
im so sorry for your loss. He sounds like a wonderful man and you are so blessed to have many wonderful memories. May his legacy live on. Xo
so sorry for your loss. He reminds me of my daddy. Lots of hugs and prayers to you and your family.
So sorry to hear of you loss. From the looks of the pictures it seems as if he had a fun loving spirit. His smile in that first picture is infectious, it brought a smile to my face. Wishing you and your family comfort in this time. And to your mother in law specifically, I pray that she continues to be strong.
I’m so so sorry for your loss. We lost my FIL last January, and although it wasn’t unexpected, it was still heartbreaking. It still leaves a huge hole in our family, but now we are seeing more and more what a fantastic blessing he was to our lives. By the photos you’ve shared, I can see how your father in law was much loved. Please, try to share ONE fabulous thing about him every day- even tiny things, like what great hair he had, or what a funny laugh, etc. You’ll cry, a lot, but smile too.
Hugs to your family.
I am so sorry to hear about you loss. Your father-in-law sounds like he was a great inspiration for the family and looks like a fun guy too. I’ll say a prayer for him and your family.
You know what sucks is that I have been w/ my husband since we were teenagers..(not as a husband than though) and now that we are getting older I pray every day we both live long enough that we dont live life without each other. I think the closer to 40 I get the more apparent that I cant count on what I have now…for the rest of my life.
I am so so very sorry for your deep loss. I can tell that he was a one of a kind spirit.
So, so sorry for your loss, Tiffany! My mother-in-law died in a car accident so I know how hard this is. Praying for you all…
i am so sorry for your family’s loss. Your father in law sounds like a wonderful man! I’ll be sending love and hugs across the Internet to your family!!
Having lost my parents young my in laws are all that I have. I love them as I love my own parents. I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss and praying for you, your family and your FIL’s peace. Hugs 🙁
Tiffany, I just hate this beyond words for you. I know I just met him in passing, but your in-laws seem like incredible people. Prayers are with you and your family.
Oh, Tiffany. Hugs to you and the whole family. I am so sorry for your loss! If those photos represent your FIL, well, gosh… the world has lost an awesome one. He looks like SO much fun!