Sad I am

[Mermaid]

She sounds like one in a million, cp. Friendships like the one you and Ms. Arleathia are very precious and you were lucky to know her for as many years as you did. God rest her soul.

 

[DuneAHH]

So sorry to hear of the loss of your friend cp.
Sending Prayers in this time of sadness.

 

[Ocean Lover]

Aww, CP, I'm sorry for the loss of your longtime friend. She sounded like a special lady. My prayers go out to you.

 

[LightWorker]

cp...I know you will miss your friend. So sorry. Sending Prayers.​

 

[sbartoldus]

today my neighbor and good friend of 27 years passed away. Dear Ms Arleathia was 97 years young.She didn't come to the door when her ride came to take her to church. They found her in her bed. Dang,she just got glasses a couple of years ago and was looking forward to each new day.
As both of us live alone, I sometimes ask her what she did when she got lonly,her response,Well I just spit my teeth out and sing!!!!
She has been holding down the corner of my road for 77 years!!Never even drove a car.Can you picture all she saw change in her life?From horse and buggy to the space age?
Just yesterday around 5:00 pm I saw her, she was at her door and waved big as I passed by, I wish I had gotton that last hug from her, instead I waved and yelled back hello, and was off to watch the game with a friend.
Dear Ms Arleathia
I love you so much, and this street is already so lonesome without you.
CP

what an exquisite tribute to her. your words say it all and I believe she's heard you.

 

[Paula]

Yes, great tribute to Ms. Arleathia, cp. Your memories of Ms. Arleathia remind me of my favorite obituary -- "She died unexpected in her sleep at age 96" was what it said. We all hope we can get to that age with a strong enough body and mind -- it's wonderful that she happily waved to you just hours earlier. She sounded like a very good woman with some very good friends, including you. May she rest in peace.

 

[CPort]

Thank you all so much for your kind words they've touched my heart.
I still can't believe I can't pick up the phone or walk down and talk with her. No matter where life took me when I rounded that corner,she was there waiting with open arms and a huge smile.

 

[Minnie]

My thoughts and prayers to you and all her friends.

 

[ShallowsNole]

Sounds like a wonderful lady, who had a full life and was content with each passing day. A rare gem.

Hug yourself, and when you do, know it's from her. ;-)

 

[kathydwells]

CP, I am just now reading this. I am very sorry for the loss of your dear friend. I am glad you had the time you did with her. Your words were a very wonderful tribute to her.