Tuesday 7 February 2012

Surrounded by Love

As big as Aaron's funeral was, it was hard not to feel so alone. I was surrounded by love with over 800 people there, but all I wanted was Aaron by my side to hold my hand and give me the strength to get through the day, like he did at Noah's funeral.

It was just so hard to be feeling so sad and alone, and knowing that the person who I would usually talk to and lean on when I feel like that, was the one who had caused me feeling that way.





I was so touched by so many people coming.  There were so many who I did not know as Aaron knew them through school,  as well as  representatives from the Education Department, Police Department and politicians.

 
  















There were so many people there, that rooms were set up in other areas of the church and also a screen and audio set up outside so that those who couldn't sit inside the chapel area, could also watch and listen.







At Noah's funeral we felt like we didn't have enough time to spend with people before his burial, and I was sad when I looked back on photos that were taken for me, that there were people I didn't even know were there.   This time I asked for more time to just spend with people before the burial, as I knew I would need all the hugs and support I could get.

































It was so nice to see so many past and present students of Aaron's come along. I hardly knew any of them, but could pick out certain faces who I had seen in photos that he had taken on school footy trips or at different school activities.

Two of Aaron's step sisters - Helen and Kim.



Some of Aaron's family.


I think everyone was just the same as I am - just still in shock and not believing that it's real.

25 comments:

  1. Beautiful pictures for memories I know you would rather not have. They have captured emotions, happy, sad, shocked. Thinking of you xo

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  2. A lovely selection, I got a real sense of the occasion from Them. Thank you Lisa for sharing xxxx

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  3. Those pics brought more tears, as I'm sure they do for you as oh look through them all. The emotion in all of those faces is so evident, Jay's tears break my heart x

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  4. I can't begin to imagine how proud Aaron is of you. xx

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  5. What a lovely collection - that's what really impressed me were the boys all dressed up for aaron (some with just a tie over t-shirts for him but with ties). I thought it was really good you had a long time to socialise and let people chat, it wasn't so solemn then, it was more like a celebration of aaron's life because people could take the time to talk and think about him. Love heaps x

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  6. You are astounding, and beautiful, and all sorts of things. I would shower you in lovely adjectives if you'd believe it. :) xo

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  7. It still doesn't seem real, looking at these pictures causes me such shock still - I can't even imagine how it makes YOU feel. I'm just so sorry...wish there was more that I could do. We pray everyday that you will feel a little less lonely. xxx

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  8. The facial expression say so much. It is good that there can be smiles to help heal the tears. How loved Aaron and your family truly are.

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  9. I live in St Louis MO, I have been reading your blog everyday having been directed to it via Nie Nie...

    It is so incredibly sad, and my heart feels for you and hurts for you and your boys loss. Please know that I am lifting you all up in prayer as you navigate this next part of your journey, Peace and comfort.

    With Love
    Sara

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  10. Thank you for sharing all of these pictures with us. What a wonderful tribute to Aaron having so many people at his funeral and such wonderful support for you and your family.

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  11. Thank you for sharing this with us!
    i am thinking of you every day!
    Love
    Claudi

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  12. I think it's wonderful that you guys set up enough video options so that everyone who wanted to participate was welcome to do so. It would have been so sad to have turned away people who wanted to honor and celebrate your husband's life.

    It's clear that he was (is) beloved by many.

    =)

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  13. Over 800 people- what a testament to him. I am so sorry for this loss you are having to face,apart from I expect you are still trying to stand up from losing your son. I'm sorry that my words must be so inadequate when all I imagIne you really need is Aaron back with you.

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  14. wow.... so many people... so much support there with you. I have just been reading your blogs recently and I am still shocked this has happened to you. So it is completely understandable to think everyone is still in shock who was directly effected. Sending hugs and love your way. and keeping you and your family in my prayers.

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  15. I have never met you and live a world away in Texas, USA, but you and your precious boys have been in my heart and prayers for days now. I have read your blog from top to bottom and have cried many tears for you. Please know I am lifting you and your family up in prayer.
    Kelley

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  16. Lisa your strength is amazing. Even at your time of great loss you think of others and set up a donation box for Make a Wish Foundation. Who couldn't be proud of you. Hugs

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  17. Such an honest and open blog. If you feel comfortable would you share if Aaron had any symptoms leading up to his passing. I worry this will happen to one of my family members....

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  18. I don't know you and you don't know me but I heard your story and my heart goes out to you and your family and you are in my prayers!

    Amber
    Utah

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  19. Wow! So many people and such a testament to how he must have touched so many lives.
    May you find rest and comfort at this trying time. God bless xx

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  20. I love your blog. I can feel your grief, I lost two very close family members one year ago, I still grieve acutely for them, and your loss just makes me ache and empathize with you. I think you have done an amazing job, I hope you heal better than I have thus far!

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  21. "In order to take the pain out of death, you'd have to take the love out of life." My thoughts and prayers are with you and your sweet family!

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  22. Hi Lisa
    There sure were a lot of people attending the service. A well loved family man for sure! Glad you have so many people who love and support you.
    x Sarah
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  23. I have cried so many tears for you tonight. I don't know you and I only found out about your blog a few days ago. I am SO sorry for your loss - not just of Aaron but also Noah. You are an amazingly strong woman... So many thoughts & prayers with you and your family right now.

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  24. Lisa you are an incredible woman.

    It looks like an amazing celebration of Aaron's life, with so many people there. He touched so many lives.

    Sending you love, x lexi

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  25. So glad that you got to spend more time with everyone. Those photos are amazing - they sure capture all of the emotions from the day. Still shaking my head as I read your blog - and cry. You are so strong xxx

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