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Thursday 12 December 2013

no words

Yesterday at 2pm I lost my dearest best friend and the man I have loved and shared my life with for 48 years.  Of the 48 we were married 33.. but always neighbours and good friends, and always shared things together.  We shared much in common and liked to be in each others company.  Especially on some weekend occasions when our children and grandchildren . We have travelled many roads together. 
      I am grief stricken.  

Later today we will have his vigil in the chapel ..in Viana do Alentejo.
Tomorrow he will be buried in the cemetery there.

I was not going to share this..  but  many of you out there are such wonderful blogger friends.. and always have time for me.

Say a prayer for my dear Manuel ..   I will miss him so much.. and a void has come to my life.

val


26 comments:

  1. Oh, dear, dear Val, I am in tears for you as I type. I am so, so sorry that you have lost Manuel, your partner and friend for most of your life, since you were a young girl. Of course I will pray for him and for you as well, as you lay him to rest. You have made a beautiful photo tribute with the roses, the lace, and the shells. Just perfect, and so very Val, too. May your family surround you with love and kindness, along with your blog friends over the miles, as you celebrate the life of Manuel, and the family you built together. He is in God's care now. with love from your Australian friend, Patricia. XOXOX

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  2. Dear Val,
    I'm deeply sorry for your loss.I'm sending you my sincerest condolences and my prayers.
    Olympia

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  3. I am so sorry Val, to hear this! You are in my prayers. Wish I was there to give you a Hug.

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  4. Oh God, im so sorry to hear about your loss. May his soul rest and peace and may God give you strength during this painful time. My prayers are with you deal Val. God bless you.

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  5. Oh Val, my heart goes out to you and I wish I could wrap my arms around you to comfort you. Please know that I am thinking of you during this extremely difficult time. No words or deeds can take away the grief and sadness but perhaps you can be comforted somewhat by all those who care for you, even from distances afar. May God bless you. Take care of yourself, dear Val.

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  6. Dear Val,i'm so sorry for your loss.Μay God give you mental strength to face it.Rest in peace dear Manuel.Val,be strong......
    Dimi...

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  7. Oh, Val, I am so sorry. You are in my thoughts.

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  8. Oh I'm so very sorry Val. I know how much you are going to miss his company and my thoughts and prayers are with you and all your children and grandchildren. There are no words that I can say that will comfort you but take comfort in knowing he is at peace now. For those be left behind I'm sure you have many happy memories of your life together. God bless Val. I'll be thinking of you tomorrow.
    Lots of hugs, Patricia x

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  9. So sorry to hear that you have lost some that you have known for such a long time. I guess that is the good part, you had such a long time with each other.

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  10. I have no words to say how I am sorry about your loss !!
    My prayers to him and my thoughts to you for these difficult moments !!

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  11. Dearest Val, I'm so very sorry to hear this and my heart goes out to you and your family in your grief and loss. I will indeed say a prayer. May your beloved Manuel rest in peace and rise in glory.

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  12. i knew you have been carrying a heavy load. now you are free to grieve. bless you and your family.

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  13. I am so very sorry, my dear Val. xo

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  14. Dear Val, Please accept my deepest sympathy. The death of your dear friend Manuel leaves a terrible void. May your memories bring you peace and comfort. Love, Gina

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  15. Oh, Val. There is not much to say, but I feel your grief as I have had some of my own. We can only hope that with time the good memories can sustain us. I will keep you and your family in my prayers as I know this will be a hard holiday to get through. I am so sorry..Take care, Judy

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  16. I'm so very sorry for your loss, Val. No words can ease your sorrow and grief, but please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Jan

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  17. Dear Val,
    I am so sorry to read these words. My heart goes out to you and your family. Tears will fall and your heart will ache but I hope in time those wonderful memories will ease some of the pain and give you some comfort . Thinking of you all.
    Sarah x

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  18. My dear Val,
    I am so sorry to hear about your beloved Manuel. I will certainly say a prayer for him and all of your family. May God's love wrap around you like a blanket of comfort. I will be thinking of you, Val, and know that your blog friends care for you so much.

    Love,
    ~Sheri

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  19. My Heart goes out to you. I will light a candle and say a prayer. God Bless.

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  20. Oh my dear sweet friend. I am so sorry. You still loved him and were friends all this time. And it is so hard at this time of year. I will say prayer for both of you. I wish I could give you a hug. Hugs and prayers. sandie

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  21. Dearest Val - be comforted by your lovely family and your friends around the world who hold you close. I know that you will keep your dear Manuel in your heart forever.
    Thinking of you♥

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  22. Dear Val,
    I am so sorry to read this sad news.
    May you find comfort and strength in family and friends.
    My love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    Betty

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  23. Dear sweet Val, I am so very sad to read this tonight. I know you must be having a hard time and I want you to know I am praying for you, too. Please know that I care and wish I could do more. Take care of yourself dear one. Your friend, Diane

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  24. Dear Val, I am so sorry to read this. A good companion of so many years, the father of your children - it must be so hard. I am glad when I think that you all had the joy of the wedding this year - wonderful memories for everyone.
    Hugs from far away. Honora

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  25. Dearest Val, I just saw your post. I have no words. What a loss! I am thinking of you very, very warmly. Christa

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  26. Dear Val, I was so heartbroken to hear of the passing of Mr. M.... your dear Manual. I am sorry I did not read many posts at all during the month of December and so in looking back I have only seen this now. I hope all the beautiful memories you shared, and the wonderful children and grandchildren you had together, will fill your life with peace and help ease the pain I know you must feel. At least you have those wonderful reminders in your life, although I'm sure it will take a long time to be able to smile again. I am thinking of you.

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