Sharing Words From the Garden

@CarolDM (203396)

Nashville, Tennessee

August 8, 2020 2:47pm CST

A few days ago a sweet friend, Linda Ohio @LindaOHio, was talking about the memorial stone I have in Dustin's garden. She asked what words were inscribed on the stone. I told her I would share a photo soon. The stone was a gift a few years ago. I have it placed in the garden a few steps from the deck. It sits underneath the rose bush now. Yes, the words may be sad to many of you, and they are to me as well. I am sad that he is gone, but happy to enjoy many memories he left behind. I always want to remember Dustin with a smile. Enjoy the moments everyone. Always hoping for a better day soon.

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Lenore Plassman

@sallypup (69157)

• Centralia, Washington

8 Aug 20

Thank you for the gift of that photo and thank you for being you. Those memories are a treasure beyond measure. Hugs from me.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

8 Aug 20

You are too kind, making me tear up now, you gotta stop.

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Lenore Plassman

@sallypup (69157)

• Centralia, Washington

8 Aug 20

@CarolDM Like my weird brother in law used to do, maybe I should tickle you instead?

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

8 Aug 20

@sallypup That is a good one. Thank you again.

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@Juliaacv (56195)

• Canada

8 Aug 20

I know that your sweet memories outweigh the sadness, and even though he is not physically here, I know that you feel him with you in your heart. That is a nice inscription on the stone.

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@Juliaacv (56195)

• Canada

8 Aug 20

@CarolDM One day I will share a lovely write up that we put into our local newspaper on our daughter's anniversary.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

8 Aug 20

@Juliaacv Would love to read it one day. Hugs.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

8 Aug 20

Yes, you know that very well my friend. Thank you.

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@Tampa_girl7 (54714)

• United States

9 Aug 20

I think it’s beautiful.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

Thank you Marie.

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@RasmaSandra (97912)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

9 Aug 20

The words are so beautiful and I know each day he smiles upon you and enjoys the garden you have created. Virtual hugs.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

Thank you, that was the reason in creating the garden. And I feel his presence there.

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@jvicentevalera (13671)

• Santiago, Chile

8 Aug 20

Oh @CarolDM it is impossible not to feel touched by your posts! It really gets me emotional! If it makes you feel good you have us all in here!

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

8 Aug 20

Thank you Jose. I posted at the request of a dear friend. These words bring me peace.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

@jvicentevalera Very kind words I needed, thank you my friend.

@jvicentevalera (13671)

• Santiago, Chile

9 Aug 20

@CarolDM it is my pleasure Carol! In life, and specifically mylot there are people who are inspiring for all they've been through and I dare to say you are one of those!

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@sophie09 (34230)

• Indonesia

9 Aug 20

Thank you for sharing!

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

You are welcome.

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@sophie09 (34230)

• Indonesia

9 Aug 20

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@AmbiePam (120533)

• United States

9 Aug 20

That is so lovely, and heart tugging.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

Thanks Amber.

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@marlina (154103)

• Canada

8 Aug 20

Lovely words and I am glad that they bring some fond memories of Dustin and some peace to you,

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

8 Aug 20

Thank you, they do help.

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@simone10 (54180)

• Louisville, Kentucky

9 Aug 20

Very beautiful and touching. It made me tear up.

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@simone10 (54180)

• Louisville, Kentucky

10 Aug 20

@CarolDM I'm so happy that it brings you peace

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

Thanks, I do the same and then I also feel peace.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

10 Aug 20

@simone10 Thank you so much.

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@moffittjc (128824)

• Gainesville, Florida

9 Aug 20

Thank you for sharing. I, too, was curious about what was written on the stone, but I didn't want to be intrusive in your personal life if it was something you didn't want to share. The words inscribed on the stone are beautiful, and I don't think they are sad at all. I think it sincerely and accurately describes our thoughts and feelings in our heart when we lose a cherished loved on. I am sure those words bring you comfort and peace each and every time you read them.

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@moffittjc (128824)

• Gainesville, Florida

9 Aug 20

@CarolDM You're very welcome!

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

It would not have been intrusive to me. Especially since I posted the stone in my rose photos. But thanks for being respectful. I do feel this way, the words describe things perfectly and it brings me peace. Thanks again.

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Valerie J. Routhieaux

@just4him (323168)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

9 Aug 20

The poem on the stone is lovely. I'm glad you have many fond memories of him.

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Valerie J. Routhieaux

@just4him (323168)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

9 Aug 20

@CarolDM I'm sure they are.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

Thank you, the memories are what get me through.

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@acelawrites (19272)

• Philippines

8 Aug 20

Very sweet words for a departed loved one.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

8 Aug 20

For my son, thank you.

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@Hannihar (130150)

• Israel

9 Aug 20

@CarolDM That is so nice you want to remember him with a smile. Take care of yourself.

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@Hannihar (130150)

• Israel

10 Aug 20

@CarolDM You are welcome.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

Thank you and you do as well.

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@DocAndersen (54399)

• United States

9 Aug 20

i love the stone and the words. They are so important!

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

Thanks Doc. They are very important, every day.

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@DocAndersen (54399)

• United States

9 Aug 20

@CarolDM they are! we are all on a journey

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

@DocAndersen Yes we are.

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@snowy22315 (208746)

• United States

9 Aug 20

That is a lovely inscription indeed. I hope it brings you comfort.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

Yes, every single day I feel peace.

@cherriefic (10399)

• Philippines

9 Aug 20

Pretty sad but nice words.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

They are comforting to me.

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@GreatMartin (23670)

• Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

9 Aug 20

In a way sadness can be good company such as a poem that reminds us of those we love!

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

Very true my friend. Sadness is part of the grief process.

@JudyEv (381760)

• Rockingham, Australia

9 Aug 20

Those are very lovely words indeed. What a nice gift it would have been.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

Thanks, I read these words every single day.

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@LindaOHio (222222)

• United States

9 Aug 20

The inscription on the stone is beautiful. Thank you for the picture. I'm glad it brings you comfort. Hugs.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

Thank you, I love this stone. It does bring comfort and peace every single day.

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@freelancermariagrace (29342)

• Philippines

9 Aug 20

Thank you, Carol, for sharing it with all of us.

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@CarolDM (203396)

• Nashville, Tennessee

9 Aug 20

You are very welcome.

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