Saturday, October 12, 2013

Dark Days at the Happy Haus

Our dear Gary unexpectedly left this earth on Monday, October 7th. We miss him so much but are grateful that he is at peace.  While death may have physically separated us, our love was strong enough that we know we will always be together in spirit.  

It will take quite a long time to come to terms with the fact that this beautiful human being, amazing husband, and loving father is no longer going to be here when we arrive home to tell us "Welcome to the Happy Haus".  We will keep up the tradition in his honor.

Goodbye my love...











29 comments:

JacksDad said...

I am so sorry for your loss.

How Sam Sees It said...

I'm so sorry.

Christine

Kathy said...

I'm so sorry to hear that! Goodness gracious. The world is often so unfair ...

A reader from Japan said...

I've never left my comment.
But I am a fan of your blog.
So I am so shocked.
I am so sorry for your loss.

Anonymous said...

In tears for your indescribable loss. So so sorry.

Diana Stoll said...

So sorry.

Unknown said...

My husband and I are so sorry for your loss.

Sam said...

I'm so, so sorry.

Anonymous said...

My heart hurts so much for you both, Charity and Natalie. I wish you much strength and protection in the days ahead. May you find comfort and hope in each other.

Summer said...

I'm so shocked to read this. I'm sorry for the loss of your husband and Natalie's father. He always looked to so happy and in love with his family. I wish you peace.

Bebe Blogger said...

Oh Charity, I am so, so sorry to hear this sad news. I couldn't believe what I was reading. My heart aches for you and Natalie...especially sweet Natalie. I know you will have so many wonderful stories to share with her of her Daddy when she's older. I pray that you will find comfort and peace in your own time. Thinking of you.

TimberLove said...

Soft husky wooooos,

RA

Ally @ Even Miracles said...

We are so sorry for your great loss. May you find peace,comfort and love in the memories.
Ally

mama of 5 said...

I am so so sorry.. Thanks for having the strength to share this. I can not even imagine the shock and grief you are going through. Heart is so heavy for you.

Anonymous said...

I had to go back and read several times for it to sink in. I am so sorry for your loss. I have followed your journey for several years and loved periodically checking in on your Happy Haus. I brought my Emma home a little over 3 years ago as a single parent, so I know a little about what life is like day to day, without the grief. Prayers to you & sweet Natalie.

Anonymous said...

My heart ached when I read this. May God always be with you and sweet Natalie.

Anonymous said...

Dark days indeed. I am so sorry for your loss.

Kim said...

I had to read this twice just to believe it. My heart is breaking for the two of you. Praying that you find peace. I am so very, very sorry for your loss.

Kath said...

To all who loved Gary:

We find ourselves in this new place where sharing our family with others who share an interested in adoption, we touch lives, we set examples and we share the love of families. My heart is heavy for you and Natalie as you move through this unimaginable grief and loss. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers and when you are ready, hoping we can provide some measure of support as your family grows to accept all that is ahead. Hugs, Kathleen

Cindi said...

Charity & Natalie, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I have been following your blog since you brought Natalie home from China. I adopted my daughter Emma a little over a year ago & we follow your beautiful Happy Haus journal so often, I feel like we know you! Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Susan said...

I just checked your blog and am SO SORRY for your loss. May his memory bring you strength in the days that follow.

Yetta said...

Charity--there are no words to address a loss as profound as this, so I won't try. But I will hold Natalie and you in the light.
Yetta

Nanou Mimosa said...
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Nanou Mimosa said...


I have just learned of the death of Gary

We know that one day there ends for all of us.

These few words, though sincere, will not change this sad state of affairs.

Yet I wish to express my deepest sympathy.

KT and Easton said...

I am so very sorry for your loss. You all are wonderful people with big hearts. I know he is looking down on you and smiling

Raising Addie said...

I was just checking in to see how your sweet family was doing and am so sorry to read about your loss. Really in shock. So glad that you have excellent support to help you guys through this time. BIG hugs all around.

Addie, Lucie, Hailey and Staci

slj said...

I am so sorry for your loss..May God keep his loving arms around you and your 3 babies <3

Sheri

Maggie Mae and Max said...

Charity,
I am just learning about the loss of your husband Gary, I am so very sorry.
Please know that I am praying for you and Natalie.

Blessings,
Janelle, Maggie Mae and Max

giorno26 ¸¸.•*¨*•. said...

Charity
soltanto qualche giorno leggendo meglio il tuo blog, ho letto della scomparsa di tuo marito.
Sono molto dispiaciuta per te e ti faccio, seppur con molto ritardo le mie più sentite condoglianze.
Dalle foto che mostri Gary doveva essere veramente una grande e bella persona con un animo buono.
Un abbraccio forte.
Myriam