Wednesday, November 2, 2011

In Memory of Leila



My Mother-in-Law Leila passed away on Monday after a long battle
with Alzheimer's.




Tomorrow on November 3rd there will be a memorial service for her.




It would have been her 87th birthday.




She lived in Houston, Texas and will be missed by 
her family.




Rest in peace Leila.

In her memory I am linking to these parties because she would have loved blogland.


Hugs,
Susan and Bentley
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44 comments:

  1. Nika VintageNovember 2, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    He descubierto tu blog por casualidad y me ha encantado!!
    Enseñas preciosidades!
    Saludos
    Veronica.

    http://nikavintage.blogspot.com/

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  2. Sunny Simple LifeNovember 2, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Oh Susan I am so sorry for your families loss. Alzheimers is so tough on a family. My grandpa had it so we have been there. I pray that you find peace at this time as you say goodbye.

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  3. Sonny GNovember 2, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    I'm so sorry for your family's loss Susan.

    I wish peace and healing for you.

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  4. MellodeeNovember 2, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Susan, Please accept my sympathies and condolences on the death of your mother-in-law. It always saddens me to hear of someone suffering from Alzheimer's....it is such an insidious disease. May she rest in peace.

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  5. debNovember 2, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    So sorry for your loss...she's dancing again now, I bet...lost my mom to Alzheimer's last October (at 89 yoa). I'm happy she's free again, but I miss her.

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  6. Vintage GalNovember 2, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Susan ~ I am so sorry for your loss, may God bless you and your family. she's smiling down on all of you and remembers you perfectly ;-)

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  7. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    Susan, so very sorry for your loss. May you and your family know the comfort and peace of the Lord. Bless you in all things as you walk through a sad time.

    Joy!
    Kathy

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  8. GinaNovember 2, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Susan, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother-in-law. May she rest in peace.

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  9. DebbyNovember 2, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    My father had Alzheimers for about 10 years. When he passed I was sad but felt a peace that I hadn't had. I knew that he was once again whole and the person he would want to be. It's a sad illness. Sorry for your loss. I hope you can feel the same peace that I did.

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  10. UnknownNovember 2, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Susan, I'm so sorry for your loss. My Dad has Alzheimers. I feel your pain. My prayers are with you and your family.

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  11. JillNovember 2, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Hi Susan, so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother in Law, so sad. I'm sending big hugs to you Bentley and your family.

    Hugs Jill xx

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  12. OliveNovember 2, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Susan, my heart goes out to you and your family and this was such a sweet and touching post in memory of her. hugs♥O

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  13. ClaudiaNovember 2, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Dear Susan, I am so sorry for your loss. You've written a lovely tribute to Leila.

    xo
    Claudia

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  14. NanaNor'sNovember 2, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Hi Susan, My heart goes out to you in your loss.
    My mil also is affected by this disease and is currently in the hospital with pneumonia and a blood infection; not expected to last long. She is also in her upper 80's. What a wonderful tribute you gave Leila, I know your relationship must have been very special.
    Hugs, Noreen

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  15. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Thoughts and prayers to you all....Xoxoxo ~Ashley

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  16. Heirloom treasuresNovember 2, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    So sorry for your loss Susan,our prayers are with you all. xo

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  17. Custom ComfortsNovember 2, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss of Leila. She sounds like she was precious to you and what a lovely tribute you have given her. I just lost my father from a car accident 4 weeks ago today and I feel your pain and sadness. May your family rest in God's peace and comfort.
    Cindy

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  18. Kim @ Touch of NostalgiaNovember 2, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    I'm am so sorry for your loss. May your loving memories of her help to get you through your difficult times to come. My prayers go out to you and your family. This was a beautiful tribute to her.

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  19. Barbara F.November 2, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Susan, I am sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. I am sure she would have loved this tea post. ((hugs)) xo

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  20. Robin@DecoratingTennisGirlNovember 2, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Susan,
    So sorry for your loss. Email me when you can.
    Hugs to you, David and Bentley.
    Love,
    Me

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  21. LVNovember 2, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    It is such a shame loved ones come down with that terrible problem. At her age, she must have lived a rich, full life. She would have been pleased that you honored her today. Blessing to her family.

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  22. Ann@A Sentimental LifeNovember 2, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Susan, so sorry thinking of you and your husband. My mil is 87. I hate how times passes and our worlds have to change.
    Sending prayers and hugs my friend.
    Ann

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  23. JocelynNovember 2, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Oh Susan I am so sorry. My own MIL is declining so rapidly from Parkinson's. She turned 90 this year, and we never thought she would be here that long. Take care.

    Hugs,
    Jocelyn @
    http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com

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  24. Shabby chic SandyNovember 2, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    Sorry for your loss:(

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  25. LynnNovember 2, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    So sorry to hear of your families loss, Susan. I'm sure Leila would have loved your sweet words and pretty tea things in her honor. She is free from the ravages of that terrible disease and what a blessing that is for her. Sorry for your own loss, though.
    God bless,
    Lynn
    www.cottageandcreek.com

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  26. xinexNovember 2, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss, Susan. You gave her a very nice tribute. This table is so beautiful, she would have loved it. The tea cart is so cute!..Christine

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  27. UnknownNovember 2, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Susan, sorry for your loss. what a lovely tribute to Leila...

    hugs, Karen

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  28. NaniNovember 2, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    So sorry for your loss! Sending prayers and good thoughts for strength and healing for your family.

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  29. Antiques And TeacupsNovember 2, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    I know this must be a difficult time. What a wonderful tribute. Thanks so much for taking the time to post it. Your family will be in our prayers.
    Ruth

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  30. FABBY'S LIVINGNovember 2, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    I'm very sorry for your loss, even though she had Alzheimer I'm sure you remember her in all her glory and it must be sad times for your family. I love all your teacups in honor of your dear mil, a beautiful tribute! Thank you for sharing it with us and many blessings for her soul and all of you. FABBY

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  31. Connie in HartwoodNovember 3, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    What a beautiful tribute to your mother-in-law! Here's wishing you and your family peace and love in this time of loss ... with an extra dose for your husband. Please know that we are thinking of you today.

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  32. ElaineNovember 3, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    Very pretty memorial for your mother-in-law. Lovely teacups and linens. My MIL is the same age and also has Alzheimers. My thoughts are with you and your husband.

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  33. From Beyond My Kitchen WindowNovember 3, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    I'm so sorry for your family's loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  34. BarbaraNovember 3, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    I am sorry for your loss. What a beautiful tribute to her! I still miss my mother-in-law so much. Blessings to you all.

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  35. maryelizabethrocheNovember 4, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    I'm sorry to hear about your Mom-in-law.
    I'm sure your post would have made her happy.

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  36. GwendolynKayNovember 4, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Dear Susan,
    May God bless you at this difficult time. I lost my mother in law in April. She was 89. I miss her. But she was ill and I know she is no longer suffering. Blessings to you.

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  37. MarigeneNovember 4, 2011 at 9:27 AM

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  38. MarigeneNovember 4, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    So sorry for the loss of your loved one.

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  39. AnonymousNovember 4, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    You and the family have my deepest sympathies.

    God bless.
    Ginger

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  40. AnonymousNovember 4, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Susan, I live outside of Houston. My mother, who lives in NJ also suffers from dementia. It's as if she already gone from us. It's sad to see her like that. Once such a vibrant life.

    I'm sorry about your Mother-in-Law, and I know how much you must have wanted to share all of this with her. She lives on in your heart, as vibrant as she ever was.

    I love your tablescape. Your china is lovely, and I just think that embroidered linens cheer any space. I love them.

    I would like to link you on my blog for next Pink Saturday...would that be alright?

    Peace to you,
    Marianne

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  41. GardenOfDaisiesNovember 4, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Very sorry to hear of your loss. As long as you keep the memory of her with you, she lives on. Sending you hugs.

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  42. ColoradoladyNovember 5, 2011 at 4:33 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss. I know what a heart break it is to loss someone dear. Your post in her memory is beautiful. I will keep you in my thoughts.

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  43. LANANovember 5, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    So sorry about your mother-in-law, your post was a nice remembrance.

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  44. Chenille CottageNovember 5, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    Such a loving tribute to your Mother-in-law, Leila. Blessings and thanks for the a sweet moment on your lovely blog...Ahh...A treat for my day in every way, my friend!
    grammycarolynn...(flickr)

    The gentle music filled me with peace...shalom...and rest...

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