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Sally French Wessely's avatar

Oh Becky, I’m so sorry to read that your mom has died. You’ve given me a glimpse of this warrior woman with a faith that drove her to protect and one that also gave her peace and strength. You have written a tribute to her I won’t soon forget. The sting of the loss of her stabbing your heart that you describe is heartbreaking. Death of such a loved one does shatter our hearts, doesn’t it?

Praying for you as you create space for a sense of joy to meet you when you are least expecting it. Sending love.

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Becky Gonzalez's avatar

Thank you, Sally. I know that you are so very familiar with this heart-shattering loss. Much love to you, friend 💖

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Stephanie LaPreal Yttrup's avatar

Oh Becky, I’m so sorry for your loss. These are beautiful and heart-gripping words as you reflect and grieve. I so appreciate being able to hear your raw emotions. You’re not alone in grief this season. Praying for you and your family as you navigate this. 🤍

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Becky Gonzalez's avatar

Thank you so much, Stephanie 💖

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Nojesuittricks's avatar

Thank you for the shoutout, Becky!

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Julie Hester's avatar

Peace to you, Becky. Thank you for sharing your words with us.

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Becky Gonzalez's avatar

Peace to you too, Julie. Thankful for your words, as well 💖

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Jen Baden Howard's avatar

Oh dearest Becky, SO much I want to say but first and foremost, sending you SO much love and praying for deep comfort. What a legacy of love and faith from your brave and beautiful mother. Your beautiful words here are a gift, a true gift, and the perfect example of how in sharing our stories, we bring comfort and encouragement and hope and healing to others, letting them know they're not alone. Your closing words, I can't stop thinking about them - the feeling of the sting, but in hope and faith that we know death does not have the victory. Yet Jesus wept. And He draws close to comfort us and your words here, truly, have done so for me here . I will light a candle for your beloved mama and you all in church over these days. MUCH love, dear friend and thank you so much for this. Truly. Prayers for you all this Christmas in the both/and-ness, and love and hugs. ❤️🙏

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Becky Gonzalez's avatar

So much love right back to you, Jen. Thankful for your prayers, support, and friendship. The Lord has knit our hearts together in yet another way, friend. Praying for you and all the both/and-ness of your Christmas 💖

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Annelise Roberts's avatar

I’m so sorry for this huge loss, Becky. I hope you are able to find moments of ease and joy in the midst of the rip tides. Your honest lament is the most faithful thing you have to offer. I really truly believe that.

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Becky Gonzalez's avatar

Thankful for your words, Annelise 💖

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Sarah K. Butterfield's avatar

Becky, this is devastating and I'm so sorry! Your mom sounds like an amazing woman...I'm praying for you in the face of this loss 💚

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Becky Gonzalez's avatar

Thank you, Sarah. She really was amazing 💖

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