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HollyCroteau
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 00:07
Thank ya'll for all the love. This is just one of the most difficult times I have ever been through. I have never ever known anyone that was murdered. And, I really hope I never do again. The pressures of the things I knew have just really weighed heavy on my heart. And, meeting with the detectives all afternoon and having to bring all of those to the surface, and realize that this sweet girl was possibly trying to reach out to me for help and that I blew her off has just really been one of the most taxing things I have ever been through.
I just got off the phone with my Grandmother and then my Godmother (Ok. I don't really know what a Godmother is, I am not Catholic but she is my mentor and this is what I call her) and now I am feeling better. All of the sudden a sense of peace came over me (I know people were praying) about this. I know in the long run I am going to be a better person because of this experience. And, hopefully learn the signs of domestic violence and when someone needs help.
Thanks so much for all of the prayers and thoughts. I hope to return to my joke-cracking self soon.
For those that are wondering what happened yesterday. (my good friend is the one being carried out by the police)
Today's News: The whole story.(for those who have been praying for me and the victims all day today.)
xoxo
Thanks
P.S. This is my first time to be asked to do someones hair after they passed away. I really don't know what to expect. So please pray extra hard for God to give me the strength and courage to be able to do this and remain calm for her family.
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prairieWillow
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 00:10
holly, I am here for you.
just hang on to that strength you have inside of you.
you can do this.
I am so sorry you are going through this, but you are an amazing woman.
all my love.
d
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tallynt
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 00:11
Holly - I am still keeping you in my thoughts. I am glad you were able to talk to people who could really help. I also hope you never have to experience anything like this again.
As for the hair - just do what you normally do, listen to her while she is talking and make her look good. I think that is all she wants. You can do it, just be strong. I will be thinking of you. (((((hugs)))))
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TracyTN
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 00:12
P.S. This is my first time to be asked to do someones hair after they passed away. I really don't know what to expect. So please pray extra hard for God to give me the strength and courage to be able to do this and remain calm for her family.
I will pray that God guides your hand as you share the gift of your trade
to honor your friend by serving her (and her loved ones) in this way.
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kitleen
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 00:15
Thinking of you, Holly.
I don't even know what to say. But, if you want to talk, cry or just scream, feel free to contact me.
This situation is beyond horrific!
hugs to you, Debbie
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Heather R
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 00:17
As for the hair - just do what you normally do, listen to her while she is talking and make her look good. I think that is all she wants. You can do it, just be strong. I will be thinking of you. (((((hugs)))))
i think she means she is doing the hair of her deceased friend, not the momma of the friend.
i'm sure it will be hard for you, but you will find the strength. hugs for you.
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lalscrap
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 01:08
oh holly,
i pray that the same peace that came over you tonight, comes over you again when you are doing your friend's hair! and just remember you are walking on a bed of prayers and loving thoughts!!!
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TammyGray
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 01:10
This is sooooo sad. I will continue to pray!
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pascrapgal
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 01:58
Oh, Holly - I had NO idea (in the other post) what happened! How horrible for you... Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers.... ((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))
Jan
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staceyfike
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 02:32
holly, i'm so sorry for you and your friend
my hubs went through something like this a few months ago with a close friend and it is so very surreal, i know it's hard to even understand what's happened.....
i'll be thinking of you in the next several days
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4squirts
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 05:32
Another Holly Hug coming your way!!
Been thinking ofyou today
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erinrwillis
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 05:54
Thanks for the update.
P.S. This is my first time to be asked to do someones hair after they passed away. I really don't know what to expect. So please pray extra hard for God to give me the strength and courage to be able to do this and remain calm for her family.
I helped to do my mother-in-law's hair and polish her toenails and fingernails right after she died. It was hard, but I knew that we were doing things that would have made her happy. Little different situation than yours, but I know that you can make it through. Take care.
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lpmkate
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 07:47
Good luck Holly.
Stay strong.
Thinking of you.
Kate
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ScrappyAmy
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 08:16
Holly I know here there are tons of Cosmos that do hair of the deceased for the funerals, etc. Apparently its quite a popular business. It may be hard for you to do your friends, as she is passed, but consider it an honor that they asked you. You know how hard it is to find a good hairdresser! And you were a friend too. Maybe you could recommend someone to the family so you dont have to go through the pain of seeing your friend like that. Or if you think you will be ok, just think of it as your last chance to make her look great before she goes on to better things. *hugs*
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MariangelesSpain
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 08:26
I'm so sorry. I read the story yesterday :(
Prayers on your way
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scrapamela
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 13:33
so sorry to hear this.
praying for strength in this situation.
~pamela
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kwhitten
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 14:07
Holly, although I have never really gotten to "know" you on here I always enjoy your delightful posts...they always make me laugh or smile.
I pray for you to find the strength to get through each day. It is obvious you are a good person with a huge heart and you have many friends here to lean on and talk to. I hope you continue to feel some peace.
Big {{hugs}} to you and many prayers.
~kim
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juljen
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 15:31
omg holly...
i'm so sorry this happened. reading the story just gave me chills.
i can't even begin to imagine how you must be feeling...
but, as everyone has already said... we are here for whatever you may need us for.
you will be in my thoughts today... sending you strength and love.
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mizzm
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 15:55
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers Holly.
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PaintInkChick
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# Posted: 14 Mar 2008 16:05
Oh,Holly so sorry to hear this, but I know how you feel. My Godsister was murdered last fall :( So I'll be praying you make it through everything ok (hugs)
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