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As many of you may know, the last week or so has been a difficult time for our family. My husband’s 15 year old sister, one of a set of twins, was killed in a tragic accident involving a clogged culvert that caused the road to give way and create a 40 foot hole. She and my Father-in-law had taken the same road just 30 minutes earlier to take a friend home and could not see the hole in the dark of night. By some miracle, their SUV made it over the hole and hit the grill of the car on the other side with enough force to push them up on to the road. We are so blessed and grateful that my Father-in law survived and is doing well.
Our family has been truly touched by the overwhelming response to our loss. Not only have people shown support through visits, calls and bringing food, but we have all received so much support online. Email boxes are filled with people showing their support and love for our family and our beautiful sister. The pain is real, but becomes more bearable each day as we feel the concern and special thoughts of our family and friends near and far.
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{ twins visiting us in 2008}
It has been such a great thing for our surviving twin sister to be able to hop online to find endless messages from all those who love her and want her to know they are there for her. I am so thankful for the technology we have today who help us connect with those across the country who cannot be here, but can be here for us.
Things may be sparse around here while we spend quality time with our family, but I will be back. Thank you to everyone for the love and prayers. It means the world to us.
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Oh my gosh Michelle! I’m so sorry! What a horrible loss for the whole family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Oh Michelle! I am so sorry to hear that this was a relative. What a tragedy for your family. I’m so sorry, and hope that your time spent together will help you all to find some peace. <3
Michelle, I just found out that this was your SIL. I am so sorry for your loss. My heart broke when I read the story, and then even more when I found out who she was. She is clearly loved by so many.
i am so, so, so sorry for your loss. how tragic. praying for your family.
Oh Michelle, I had no idea you were going through this. I am so, so sorry to hear it. What a very sad tragedy. I am praying for you and your family. *Hugs*
So sorry for your loss and how tragic. I (as well as others here) will be praying for you and your family. If there is anything the blogging community can do to help – feel free to let us know. I apologize for commenting as anonymous but I couldn’t seem to get my profile recognized – Athena
My condolences go out to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.
L
We do love you Michelle- and think of you and your family often during this difficult time. Please let us know if there is anything your family needs.
xoxo,
Amy
I saw this story on the news and couldn’t believe how sad it was. So sorry for your loss. What a blessing it is to have the gospel in our lives–especially during tough times like these. Our prayers are with you! Kathy
I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I hope the online words of your blogging buddies will help ease the sharp pain of her loss.
My heart is breaking for your family right now. I just looked at the pictures of the road and am shocked. My prayers will be with you and your family.
I saw the story on the news, what a horrible tragedy. I’m sorry for your loss. Like everyone else, my family is praying for yours.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you.
I’m So sorry for your Loss Michelle! I’m keeping your family in my prayers.
Oh, Michelle. I’m so, so, so, so sorry for your family’s loss. Unexpected tragedies like this just rock you right to the core. I’m thinking of your husband and especially Justine’s twin. My brothers are twins themselves and I know how deep that bond goes. You’re all in my thoughts & prayers. *TIGHT HUGS*
Sending thoughts, prayers, and virtual hugs your way!
I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet SIL. I will keep your family in my prayers!
Michelle, I read about this in the newspaper and saw her last name. I was so glad it wasn’t you when I read the article. Now I find out it was part of your family and am very saddened. She was a twin! I can’t imagine the hurt of her sister and the rest of the family. My very sincere condolences. May there be peace with your family and hopefully some silver linings to this tragic event.
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I know that God answers prayers through others…so may you all be blessed with comfort and peace from loved ones and friends.
God bless you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Oh Michelle, my heart goes out to you and your family. You all will be in our thoughts in prayers in the coming days and weeks.
Jenni
I am so sorry for your loss, Michelle. Please know that you are in my thoughts.
Oh Lord. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Praying for you and for your family.
Michelle, as I read this things sounded kind of familiar. I know your husband’s family…I grew up with Jaime and your husband is a year older than my sister. My maiden name is Cox…anyway, I am so sorry to hear about this and pray that you will all be comforted. May you look forward to the day you will all be reunited in joy with her!