Jessica
I don’t think I have ever heard anyone bad mouth a cancer patient. Instead, you hear about how very brave they are, and how wonderfully they handle the difficulties. You hear about their exceptional qualities and their unparalleled faith. And while I find myself on occasion lacking in many of these qualities, it seems to hold true for most everyone I’ve met. But even with my experience, there are some individuals who outshine the rules – those people whom I look up to for their strength and courage and faith. One of these unique warrior women is Jessica Kaylor. She is the niece of our family friend, and adopted Bauerlein sister, Jeanette.
Jessica is a true warrior. She has been battling longer than I could. She is a mother, a wife, a daughter. She has an amazing faith that has inspired and encouraged me on more than one occasion. And she retained that amazing faith even though she knew early on that her cancer, while treatable, was not curable.
Jess passed away today. By the time I post this it will be tomorrow. She has gone to God and I’m sure was greeted with a “Welcome home…do you feel better now?” She is no longer in pain and that in itself is a blessing. She was surrounded by those who loved her when she passed, and so she was doubly blest.
So, for any of you out there, who forget to live each day …I mean really live ..each ..day; to those of you who lose your faith; to those who start to get annoyed over the little things and for those of you who start to pity yourself for the hardships in your life instead of thanking God for the good things - I want you to remember Jessica. She is loved, and she will be missed.
Feel free to leave a comment, but I’m asking that you please say a prayer for the Kaylor family.
May flights of angels sing you to your rest and give you peace.
May they create your place in heaven and give you up to the Most Blessed.
May your soul endure no pain and experience no regret.
Let your spirit soar above all those you loved and grant them peace.
Send your light like a beacon for those who come after and grant serenity to all that must wait to be with you again.
Most importantly, know that you are loved still, by all who knew you and by God.
http://jessicakaylor.blogspot.com/
I don’t think I have ever heard anyone bad mouth a cancer patient. Instead, you hear about how very brave they are, and how wonderfully they handle the difficulties. You hear about their exceptional qualities and their unparalleled faith. And while I find myself on occasion lacking in many of these qualities, it seems to hold true for most everyone I’ve met. But even with my experience, there are some individuals who outshine the rules – those people whom I look up to for their strength and courage and faith. One of these unique warrior women is Jessica Kaylor. She is the niece of our family friend, and adopted Bauerlein sister, Jeanette.
Jessica is a true warrior. She has been battling longer than I could. She is a mother, a wife, a daughter. She has an amazing faith that has inspired and encouraged me on more than one occasion. And she retained that amazing faith even though she knew early on that her cancer, while treatable, was not curable.
Jess passed away today. By the time I post this it will be tomorrow. She has gone to God and I’m sure was greeted with a “Welcome home…do you feel better now?” She is no longer in pain and that in itself is a blessing. She was surrounded by those who loved her when she passed, and so she was doubly blest.
So, for any of you out there, who forget to live each day …I mean really live ..each ..day; to those of you who lose your faith; to those who start to get annoyed over the little things and for those of you who start to pity yourself for the hardships in your life instead of thanking God for the good things - I want you to remember Jessica. She is loved, and she will be missed.
Feel free to leave a comment, but I’m asking that you please say a prayer for the Kaylor family.
May flights of angels sing you to your rest and give you peace.
May they create your place in heaven and give you up to the Most Blessed.
May your soul endure no pain and experience no regret.
Let your spirit soar above all those you loved and grant them peace.
Send your light like a beacon for those who come after and grant serenity to all that must wait to be with you again.
Most importantly, know that you are loved still, by all who knew you and by God.
http://jessicakaylor.blogspot.com/
posted by ejbauerlein @ 1:42 AM
14 comments
14 Comments:
You're beautiful and you are my sister. Love you...
Liz, that is one of the most beautiful things you have ever written. Please hold Jess's story close to you and I will do the same. Today, my prayers are definitely with the Kaylors, the Yetters, and with you. Love you much,
Erica
Please eccept our deepest sympathy.
May the memories held deep within your heart help to soothe your spirit at this time.
We will keep the Bauerleins,Kaylors and the Yetters in our prayers.
Love,
Mrs Fitz
Elizabeth, I'm so sorry to hear about Jessica. I had previously read some of her blog via the link you provided and i was truly amazed at her strength after all that she had been through. Please extend my deepest sympathies to Jessica's family and friends.
Liz,I've now caught up with your blog and read about 4 months worth of material. I listened to all the music with our granddaughter, Jadyn. She especially liked The Indigo Girls and stared at the computer screen until she quietly fell asleep. Babies have such a wonderful life. They cry, eat and fall asleep while someone rocks them. They never have to worry about anything. Wrapped in a cozy blanket is one of the greatest pleasures a human being can have. We have no worries at all during this cocoon moment. You and Jadyn share a bond because you are both wrapped in the arms of God, a cocoon of love.
Nel
What an incredibly beautiful tribute to Jessica who, through her blog, touched the lives of so many including people who did not know her personaly. Our deepest sympathy to the Kaylors, Yetters, and Bauerleins. Your words and the musical tribute speak to us all in ways that deeply touch our souls.
Mrs H
I love you.
Liz, as always you have touched our hearts in a special way. I also got to know Jess through her blog and talking to Janette. Your tribute to her and her family was magnificent and touched my heart. The Kaylors, Yetters and Bauerleins are always in our prayers and we love you.
Aunt Millie SC
Wow, blown away by your words again. Absolutely beautiful, and of course you made me cry (I know, it's a family trait).
Health & blessings,
Susan
I came over from Jessica's blog. Thank you for pouring out your heart. I have never known someone loved by more people than Jess. I am so proud to have called her Friend. I miss my friend.
Thank you for writing about my wife, and I love your idea about the first words she hears.
Elizabeth,
You are a wonderful person! and I am sorry you have lost a wonderful person. I'll be sure to send some prayers Jess' way.
Love, Monica
Liz,
We just returned from Texas and while I am reading your blog, I am crying again - I can't type anymore, need to get kleenex (again!), but please know how deeply touched I am. Thank you.
sending you love and kisses.
janette
You are a wonderful person. Jessica is definitely and Angel in heaven, as she was here on earth. The lives she touched with her incredible faith have touched more people than we could imagine. Thank you for your beautiful words.
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