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Re: Remembering K.D.

Craig — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:07:24 -0000

Thank you for sharing such a precious moment with all of us Rob. I too have seen Heaven open-up and felt the overwhelming peace you described. Things that can only come from God. And God's assure to you that all He has promised us through His word will come to pass. You WILL share the streets of Gold with your beautiful daughter KD someday Pastor, and may God continue to bless you and Heather until that day.

Re: Remembering K.D.

Paul Birley — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:36:34 -0000

Wow, thanks for sharing this Rob. Thank God that we will see K.D. again. Oh.. what a day that will be!!!

Re: Remembering K.D.

Christy — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:14:56 -0000

Thank you for sharing this....I found this through facebook, and so much of what you describe resonates so deeply with me. We lost our second baby at one week old....almost three years ago now (can it really be?). It's amazing how Jesus reaches us....our son Oliver is our strongest testimony. People say "How can you still put your faith in God after this?" I say "How can you not??" Heaven opening up....overwhelming, impossible peace.....God in the room. Yes. He was there.

Thank you for sharing, and much love to you and your family.

Re: Remembering K.D.

Mamabear_44 — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:46:42 -0000

I would like to share this as a friend of mine just lost her 18 yr old son a few months ago and is STRUGGLING big time..

Re: Remembering K.D.

Mercerjk — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:24:05 -0000

I can't begin to imagine the pain of losing a child and hope I never will. Your last observations that your Mom and Katie and dancing on streets of gold is a very nice vision to remember - and the loss of pain helps to reinforce that vision. God Bless you both.

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

Kevin Johnson — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:12:35 -0000

Hey Rob. I know this was posted a few months ago but I just found it. Thanks for writing this and letting us see inside your journey. I'm sorry to hear about this sadness and the years of having lost your father. What an amazing story of God's grace in your life and how Christ really did break the curse through your courageous mom. I'm always amazed at how God takes our histories and morphs them into his plan of redemption. Blessing my friend. Kevin

Re: Shayna Conway

Larissa T. — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 22:32:09 -0000

Praying for you .. and for her speedy recovery.

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

Fightmitch — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 20:14:38 -0000

Absolutely touching. To know that a man lived in death's shadow for so long and kept you guys out of it, whether by choice or not, you can finally find the closure and the peace knowing that he is now where he we always thought he was.

Re: Shayna Conway

Maria — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:30:47 -0000

I'm so sorry to hear about this Rob. I've haven't been able to keep with twitter much since this is my busy season so I had no idea until I read this blog post. I'm praying for you and all the families affected by this tragedy. I pray that Shayna's road to recovery is a smooth and quick one.

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

mark Dale — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:32:35 -0000

Hi Rob
I am sorry about this loss. I know your Dad only through simple discussions, not many but from my mom and dad when they were alive. My dad, Ken Dale was uncle Holly's brother, my mom was Ann Dale. I didn't know Holly and Hazel or Uncle Lefty because I was young ( I am 50 now). I would like to connect with you, let me know if you want to as well.
God blesses you brother in Christ.
Mark Dale

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

Joanne Gauthier — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:17:54 -0000

Thanks for sharing. I've been at a loss myself. I start writing, then I delete, I can only imagine the rollercoaster of emotions you all must be on..My heart is with you all. I've gone through cycles of anger and insult with many questions as well but in the end I remember Barry as a brilliant intelligent & articulate person, a complicated man, but he is as peace now.. I will never forget him :)

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

Sean Morin — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 09:36:13 -0000

Rob, our condolences. Love and respect, Sean and heather.

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

robdale — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 07:56:50 -0000

I am discovering that so many do have similar stories ... may God's peace be yours.

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

robdale — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 07:56:22 -0000

Thank you for the kind words

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

robdale — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 07:56:06 -0000

Thank you :-) ... I remember the day my mom decided to stop drinking and change. It was the day of her dad's funeral (my grandfather). He was a heavy drinker and it killed him. I can remember sitting beside her on the front porch and she announcing that she would not drink from that day on. From what I understand, she never did after that day.

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

robdale — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 07:54:33 -0000

Thanks Marybeth. You're right, some days are hard ... especially when, as in your case, you know he is alive and simply choosing not to connect. I will be praying for you also.

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

Meggers — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 11:30:58 -0000

I have a similar story... Thank you for sharing yours. Meghan

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

A wayward stranger — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 19:32:19 -0000

This is beautiful example of loving a person wherever they are at. Thank you for sharing your story. I can only hope and pray that you are feeling as much comfort as your post brings me.

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

Margaret — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 14:03:39 -0000

Bravo for you!
Bravo for your mom!
Bravo for my mom!

While my dad's families were not, as a rule, drinkers, my mother's side of the family is riddled with alcoholism.

The legacy of alcoholism tends to be shame and abuse. It sounds as if your mom was more effective than mine at insulating her children. Nevertheless - someone makes a start at breaking the cycle or it continues unabated.

It took a great deal of courage not only to face the emotions but to write about them here for all of us to read and share. I think your story is a lovely example of grace to your father's memory.

Thank you.

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

Marybeth Thielke — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:48:20 -0000

My Step-dad gave us up, and I struggle with fearing when that call will come...I haven't spoken to him in years. I've forgiven him for the things he's done, but knowing he's alive out there and not trying to contact, not making an effort. Some days it's hard. May your dad rest in peace, Brother. I am praying for your family.
Marybeth

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

robdale — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:18:45 -0000

Thanks, Diane. I'm glad the post spoke to you as much as it spoke to me in writing it.

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

robdale — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:18:21 -0000

Thank you, brother!

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

robdale — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:18:13 -0000

Thank you, Roger ... I did know that you face similar issues.

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

Diane — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:15:13 -0000

Your words brought me to tears. My heartfelt prayers are with you at this time. You wrote so eloquently, a moving tribute to your biological father. May the Heavenly father welcome him into the kingdom that you so wonderfully teach me about. God Bless you and your family at this time.

Re: Robert Barry Dale 1944–2011

Yvesb562 — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 08:08:16 -0000

Hey Pastor Rob,
Incredible life your Dad had. It look like a love letter to you telling you the things that you shouldn't do. I'm sure God is telling him great job dude, now your son know what to do, and others too. God Bless you. Yves