Geering Up by digitalrn

Geering Up

Sorry, not too much time today for any special photo. I went back to work today, and then again tomorrow in order to catch up on things as I prepare to be off for the next several days for my Dad's service and other family business. At one point today I had to replace the ink cartridge in my printer, and when I had it open I spotted this little gear, so I grabbed a quick shot for this week's theme shot. Tonight, my Wife and I, along with several other sibblings visited long time friends of the family. During the last several years our Dad spent many evenings visiting with them, and they were like family to him, so yesterday we all decided that we were going to visit with them tonight, as we felt it was important to include them in our grieving process. They are going to miss Dad almost as much as we will. We had a great time talking, crying and sharing memories. My Nephew who was with our Dad at the time of his passing, shared an amazing incident with us tonight, something that he witnessed shortly after the ambulance transported my Dad from the golf course, and he was driving my Dad's vehicle back to his house. I do not mean to keep you in suspense, but I will share the details in another day or so. I will tell you this much, I believe in angels. Hope you have a wonderful night.
I believe in angels too! You have a busy week ahead of you but I hope it is a time of blessing.
July 29th, 2011  
Oh, Rick! I cannot wait to hear your angel story. After a tree planting ceremony for my teaching partner who passed away, my 3 year old boy who was barely speaking, looked at the tree solitary tree and said, "Bye bye, Angel." They are everywhere. Take care and I am still praying for you.
July 29th, 2011  
Oh, Rick, I, too, believe in angels and have some stories I could share...will await your story. Keep the faith!
July 29th, 2011  
Oh Rick, I can't wait to hear the rest of the story and yes, I do believe in Angels. Glad you are all easing up on the grieving process, I know its not that easy. We will continue to pray for you and your family. Great theme shot by the way.
July 29th, 2011  
The word for angels in Greek means messenger. There are many times I think God knows we need a message of hope or confirmation of His love and care, but I think we especially need them in times of grief. I'm glad the Lord gave your nephew a message and am looking forward to reading the story- with one of your awesome photos of course!
July 29th, 2011  
In suspense 'til then.
July 29th, 2011  
Lovely photo and looking forward to your story.
July 29th, 2011  
I am anxiously awaiting. I believe in angels too. So glad to hear of you sharing with family friends as yes they too will be in mourning.
July 29th, 2011  
Glad you could share this night with your "family"
July 29th, 2011  
A great shot for the theme!! Many hugs to you all and I look forward to your story when u have time!!
July 29th, 2011  
I can't wait to hear the rest of your story....I definitely believe in angels!! :) great idea for a picture :)
July 29th, 2011  
Cool shot and I, too, can't wait for the rest of the story!
July 29th, 2011  
Rick I didn't see your post yesterday. I am very sorry. It seems like your dad really enjoyed life and you are lucky you have such a close family. I am anxious to hear the rest of your story.
July 29th, 2011  
We were always taught that everyone has their own Guardian Angel & I truly believe that , yours will be watching over you ! Looking forward to hearing your next instalment !
July 29th, 2011  
I love this photo Rick....and my prayers are with you
July 29th, 2011  
Appropriate photo, as gears move things forward by combining different parts that interlock in unique ways... all connected!
July 29th, 2011  
Great pic. I'm sorry to hear about your dad too, but your story sounds like it has a happy ending, at least in part.
July 29th, 2011  
You always rock the theme shots, Rick! I believe in angels too, and I'm looking forward to your story.
July 29th, 2011  
There are definitely Angels out there. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. This is a beautiful shot.
July 29th, 2011  
Interesting picture. I will be thinking of you and your family over the next few days, hope it all goes to plan
July 29th, 2011  
Rick, you sound good. Including the friends was a very generous thing to do. Healing for both you and them. I look forward to your next shot as I know it will be filled with joy.
July 29th, 2011  
Great idea for the theme...and I'll be thinking about you and your family.
July 29th, 2011  
you are in my thoughts and prayers!
July 29th, 2011  
I too will be keeping you in my thoughts & prayers these coming days as you struggle to come to terms with your loss.
I look forward to your story Rick.
July 29th, 2011  
Keep you spirits up. Cool shot tho'. Nice one.
July 29th, 2011  
Nice shot of that cute, little wheel, Rick. There's nothing like family and friends at a time like you are going through. I believe in angels, too.
July 29th, 2011  
Great picture for the theme. I have one too for today's theme quite appropiate unfortunately I must say although it was scarey but I believe in angels as for sure there must have been one when yesterday. I think its nice that you and your family got together with your Dad's friends. At the memorial for my only brother we met a lot of his friends and we all shared our memories.
July 29th, 2011  
nice wheel
July 29th, 2011  
Very creative idea for the wheels theme. It's nice that your nephew was with your father when he passed. Take care of yourself.
July 29th, 2011  
Nice your father was with family before he left this life to move on to the next. Take Care.
July 29th, 2011  
My preayers are with you & your family. Nice theme shot!
July 30th, 2011  
Cool shot for the theme...Wonderful of you to think of your dad's friends too.
July 30th, 2011  
I'm so sorry about your father, Rick. I wish I could make it all better for you
July 31st, 2011  
You are one of God's Messangers Rick, I know in my heart, that is to be true. Thank you for sharing what you did about the friends of your dad, that was a loving gesture that you and yours did for them. May God continue to Bless you abundantly. Oh Yes I too believe in Angels..
August 5th, 2011  
I can only imagine how busy you were on that week. This is a nice photo with good contrast
August 6th, 2011  
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