Awww that is sad.So sorry Raven.

Raven, I am so sorry. <<hugs>>

I am just so sorry Raven. BIG HUGE HUGS Been thinking of you all night and day.

David fought the good fight. Now I am praying for Raven and her family for strength through this difficult time.

I am so sorry, I love you and am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
(((((((hugs)))))))))

Thank you, Alden. Please send our love. I've had such a heavy heart since yesterday's update. :( I think we were all hoping for a miracle. Raven, we love you so so much. David, say "hi" to my dad...you had many of the same qualities. You'll never be forgotten.

I am so sorry. Rip David.

RIP David.....My heart breaks for you and your family Raven..

I'm so sorry to hear about David's passing. Prayers for you Raven and your family. My heart aches for you all. God Bless!

Raven, I am so sorry for your loss. I know that nothing I say right now will help. All I can do is pray for the Lord to give you strength and peace through this rough time. I am sure he is finally at peace and is waiting for you. Hugs to you and your family.

Maybe we could send flowers or a fruit basket to Raven and her family. Any suggestions?

I'm game for whatever everyone decides. I know Kazko has her address so I'd trust him if he collected donations and sent it as he's done that before.

I agree we should do something. Any ideas?

I sent Kazko a PM asking if it would be OK if we sent him money through paypal. I will let you guys know what he says.

I have been wanting to do something so thank you for organizing.

I have been off of here for a few days, and am so sad to read this awful news. Raven, I know that nothing anyone can say will take away your pain. My prayers and thoughts go with you and your family during this very sad time.

Wow. I am so sorry for your loss, Raven and family. Positive energy coming your way for strength and happier days. You CAN make it through this.

you know,the next voice he will hear will be that of Christ,telling him to wake up & come out,as he did for his dear friend Lazarus. to actually be able to hear his voice,to know that his fondness is w/man,& to be able to resurrect all those in history,someday soon,will be absolutely wonderful!!!!!
josefine

I am so sorry to have read this. I am praying for Raven and her family.

Life is not fair. It has no mercy.
The best tasting foods have the most calories.
Those that work the hardest earn the least.
We think of the right thing to say after the moment has passed.
When we plan a picnic, it rains.

So we have to learn to dance in the rain - to revel in it,
Or life passes us by while we await the sunshine.
I knew a man, tortured for years, who laughed at the pain.
Together, we danced in the rain
Until he grew tired
And slept.

The world has no idea what it lost.
If it did, the furnace would cease to cycle on and off,
The freezer would make no more ice cubes,
The trees would no longer grow,
The birds would huddle on limbs refusing to fly in sorrow.

But I know what the world has lost,
And the world is a much better place for his having visited.
My world will not be shattered by this storm.
I will laugh and dance in the rain in his honor.

In memory of David Lee Priest
My loving husband and best friend
October 19, 1931 - March 13, 2010

Raven, you're truly amazing. I hope you get a lot of rain. <huge hugs>

Raven, how beautiful. What a wonderful tribute to David. Im certain he is reading it with a huge smile.

And thank you for sharing it with us. <<hugs>>

I am so very sorry, and I am praying for you and your family. It is truly devestating to loose someone we love so much, but time and prayer can heal the heart. That was an amazing poem, thank you for sharing.

Wow what a great tribute to your wonderful life with David. You are amazing. Take care of yourself.
Marsha

I am sure continueing to laugh and dance in the rain is exactly whaat he would want you to do. So sorry for your loss. I pray for you and your families strength.

I have been out of the country for the last two weeks. I just got back last night. I am so sorry for your loss.

What a beautiful tribute. Stay strong. I hope you find comfort in all your beautiful memories.

OMG

- I've finally blown my nose and wiped my eyes enough to respond to this. Frankly, I'm speechless - which doesn't happen often.

Yesterday - I received a lovely commemorative book and a beautiful silver heart pendant. It was so touching to know that you folks are so compassionate toward a person who has been too distracted to even participate here in such a loooong time.

Today the postman brought me a woodburned plaque of David's flowchart proposal to me a quarter of a century ago. When I opened the box my jaw dropped and I burst into tears. This was a hard, belly-bouncing cry. I was so touched. Frankly, I needed to allow myself a good cry because I've been working so hard and long at keeping my grief in check. I still have to go to work everyday and function without meltdowns.

This was so extremely thoughtful. Whoever came up with such a amazing idea is brilliant to say the least. The plaque will be displayed proudly and cherished forever, just as I cherish all of you. I can't even put into words what this means to me.

Thank you!!