Mrs. Aqua Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Three years ..... still very much in my heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Still remember Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Thanks for checking in Mrs. Aqua. He's still often referenced in these forums, and very well remembered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Still remember Me too. All the best, Audrey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEC=UGA Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Hope all is going well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknrobn26 Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Nice to see you again,Audrey. Rich is still remembered and his legacy will always be cherished here. God Bless! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holy Roller Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Thanks for checking in Mrs. Aqua. He's still often referenced in these forums, and very well remembered. Indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loaf Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 thanks for stopping by. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polksalet Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I can't believe it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelBunz Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Good to see you Audrey!! Let us know what's going on these days for you! Aqua is always in our hearts...as are you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alchico Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Thanks for dropping by. He'll never be forgotten around here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 (edited) Thank you for stopping in and visiting. I often think of him when I am working in the vegetable garden. He was always quick with a great answer to any garden questions any of us had. God bless you. Please dont be a stranger Edited May 16, 2011 by whomper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliaz Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I always draw comfort from the following. Remember the journey and he will always be with you. The Station Tucked away in our subconscious minds is an idyllic vision. We see ourselves on a long, long trip that almost spans the continent. We're traveling by passenger train, and out the windows we drink in the passing scene of cars on nearby highways, of children waving at a crossing, of cattle grazing on a distant hillside, of smoke pouring from a power plant, of row upon row of corn and wheat, of flatlands and valleys, of mountains and rolling hills, of biting winter and blazing summer and cavorting spring and docile fall. But uppermost in our minds is the final destination. On a certain day at a certain hour we will pull into the station. There will be bands playing, and flags waving. And once we get there so many wonderful dreams will come true. So many wishes will be fulfilled and so many pieces of our lives finally will be neatly fitted together like a completed jigsaw puzzle. How restlessly we pace the aisles, damning the minutes for loitering ... waiting, waiting, waiting, for the station. However, sooner or later we must realize there is no one station, no one place to arrive at once and for all. The true joy of life is the trip. The station is only a dream. It constantly outdistances us. "When we reach the station, that will be it !" we cry. Translated it means, "When I'm 18, that will be it ! When I buy a new 450 SL Mercedes Benz, that will be it ! When I put the last kid through college, that will be it ! When I have paid off the mortgage, that will be it ! When I win a promotion, that will be it ! When I reach the age of retirement, that will be it ! I shall live happily ever after !" Unfortunately, once we get it, then it disappears. The station somehow hides itself at the end of an endless track. "Relish the moment" is a good motto, especially when coupled with Psalm 118:24: "This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it." It isn't the burdens of today that drive men mad. Rather, it is regret over yesterday or fear of tomorrow. Regret and fear are twin thieves who would rob us of today. So, stop pacing the aisles and counting the miles. Instead, climb more mountains, eat more ice cream, go barefoot oftener, swim more rivers, watch more sunsets, laugh more and cry less. Life must be lived as we go along. The station will come soon enough. -- Found as published in Dear Abby, The Station, By Robert J. Hastings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikesVikes Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 It doesn't seem like that long ago. Thanks for the visit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clubfoothead Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Good to see you again. We miss him too and enjoy our memories of the banter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i_am_the_swammi Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I can't believe its been three years...wishing you peace and comfort, Audrey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I'll always remember that I was at my parents' place in California when I heard the news. Perhaps that's a sign that he, too, is "home". We'll always miss him, but remember all the great things he stood for here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiegie Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I was actually thinking about this date about a week ago and couldn't believe it has been three years already. We continue to send all of our best thoughts to you and the rest of your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T_bone65 Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 God bless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
untateve Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 I've been thinking about this all day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuke'em ttg Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 hope each day is gettin better for ya....you've got alot of friends here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avernus Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 hopefully this day went easy for you....a balance is in order and we will never forget him... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs. Aqua Posted May 17, 2011 Author Share Posted May 17, 2011 Thanks to all of you. It's good to know some things never change. You are still the wonderful, caring family I remember. I lost touch with you but you were right here all along. Thank you for keeping Rich's memory alive. I wish you all the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 I've been thinking about this all day. +1, I knew this was coming up and have been thinking about it the past couple of weeks. I'm really glad you keep in touch & I hope you and your family are doing well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 still think about him.... my thoughts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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