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I didn't have to think too long about this one. I'm not terrified of spiders or snakes, I'm not afraid of heights, or of the dark.
My biggest fear has always been that I would get a phone call saying Jim had been killed while off on a motorcycle ride with his friends. He often came home, bandaged or needing time to recover from broken ribs, but he never made a big deal out of it, and was always ready to go again.
He was such a dare devil!
He drove too fast and laughed at me when I would ask him to pull over for a few minutes so that I could take a photo and catch my breath.
He often thanked me for not standing in his way him and letting him live his life, and I don't think he ever knew of my fears or how I had to clench my teeth or turn my back to his antics.
I often had to take a deep breath or look the other way.
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Oh my.. that is sad.. My heart goes out to you!
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Thanks, my awesome friend!
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Wow. Didn't know Jim was such a risk taker. 😦 Sounds like he lived life to the fullest. Now I see how you guy's managed to take such great photographs! Miss seeing the dynamic duo, miss Jim, he was always an important part in all, if not, most of your posts.
Nice to see him again, so to speak. ♥
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You can't imagine how much I miss him. We.had so much fun together. I am so grateful for all the memories.
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The end made me teary eyed. Hugs to you,my friend.
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Thanks for the hugs!
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Sorry to read that. I know it doesn't bring him back but I always preach to friends and family how important it is to eat right. My number one garlic killer is garlic. You won't smell nice but you'll live
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He fought it off for 10 years, but in the end there was nothing that would stop it. Hope the garlic works for you...It is an awful way to die
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Tipuvote!
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Thank you so much, 💕❤
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My pleasure!
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😪😪 its great you let him do his thing and he lived a good life with you and I'm so sorry God took him to soon I love your post Melinda it shows how much you loved him❤️😍❤️
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Thanks, Ceci. It's was much too soon. But we did create memories!!
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I can imagine your fear living with a fearless husband. My husband has done many of dareish things that made me cringe. He wanted to get motorcycle but I have been totally against it...so no motorcycle. I have enough worries with the kids. God Bless you Melinda, I am so sorry to hear about the cancer. That was really heart breaking to hear.
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Thanks for your kind words. He brought me so much joy that it would have been foolish of me to try to set limits on him.
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Awh sweetie, It sounds like Jim knew how to be free with his expression of life. I bet he knew deep inside how much you feared those motorcycles. Thank goodness you can say that you two enjoyed so many wonderful moments together. xoxoxo
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The thing I loved best was how he lived his life which such exuberance! We had so many fun times.
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That is the best part of life, living it with passion and not holding back. What a precious example of the love you two shared, I can feel it coming through your post. Did he die recently? I hope you don't mind my asking, but do you live in the country or on a farm?
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Jim died almost a year ago. On Jan. 19. I live in a wooded area on the Rock River, a few miles from town. Most of my life has been spent farming, or living in rural areas, or small towns. I have moved around, but always stayed pretty close to Wisconsin.
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The reason I asked is when I read your last reply about his exuberance I got chills from head to toe and the strongest smell of hay in a barn came to me. It felt like he was saying hello to you and I was to share that with you. You shared a deep love for each other because that's what I feel from him towards you. Wow, I am crying writing this to you and hope that is okay to share, as I know how tender your heart is.
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My farming days were before I knew him. He was a total city boy and farming was a complete mystery to him. Not sure what the hay thing was about!
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Oh my heart......sigh. Your story has given me great pause.
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I never expected to watch him die day by day in our home.
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I can't imagine how difficult that must have been for you. Your post was a beautiful tribute to him. Thank you for sharing how much fun you were together.
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Sorry to read this, Melinda - I am not good with words - you know :( Sending some hugs !
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Your words are always perfect...and your hugs are even better! Thank you.
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wow, that is a remarkable story and a very touching one. You are an absolute angel for allowing Jim to live his life to the fullest, not many partners would do that. He lives on in your heart always. Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful story, that was courageous of you!
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Thanks for hosting this contest. Your category this week made me slow down and think about my fears.
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That was so sad, but what wonderful memories you have of your Jim living his life to the fullest! Blessings, my friend Melinda!
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I didn't mean for it to be sad, truly. I miss him horribly, but didn't want it to be a downer kind of post. I have so many fun memories....he is still making me laugh!
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It was not overall sad, and was certainly not a downer. His fun and adventurous personality came through it all. Thanks for sharing it.
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I am so glad that you have the most amazing memories of such a great man. My heart goes out to you. Truly. xoxo
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I really appreciate how supportive you have been through all of this.💕
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If I could be there having tea or something better, we would be rehashing the good times and sorting through pictures. I now his anniversary is coming up and something special should pass that day.
I wish I could hug you right now. xoxo
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Jan.19. I have been thinking of how I will spend that day.
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I guess I would ask myself: WWJD? What Would Jim Do?
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Haha! I love it. And will have to think about it. Back when we were both healthy, that would have been easy to answer. He would have said, 'Let's get the hell out of here and go somewhere green.'
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This is so sad. I send hugs to you. I lost my better half 2 years ago. Still hurts like a bitch.
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Then you know. It has been almost a year and sometimes it feels like I am right back at day 1.
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You made me teary-eyed! @melinda010100
Some people go their entire lives never finding the type of love you and Jim shared. I can see through your photos and words how perfectly you too completed each other. Yin and yang. Jim was that one special person, your perfect match and soulmate. Cherish the memories that each photo brings back to you and know that you two will be together again one day! (((HUG!!!)))♡❤♡
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I do know how lucky I was! He was the best and we fit together so well. It is still hard to imagine a future that doesn't include him.
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If I can help in any way, I hope you know I'm here for you 24/7 Sis! @melinda010100 ❤
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Thank you. I do know. ❤
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Thanks so much, dear friend. I'll take all the hugs I can get!. I made a screenshot of your birthday wishes to my boys and sent them along to them. They loved your wonderful drawing!
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Aww. This struck me. ☹️ I'm so sorry. There are really some things in life that are unexpected. Hugs for you ❤
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Thanks so much for your hugs and kind words.
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I am so sorry for your loss, Cancer is a cruel beast.
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Thanks, Michelle. It is such a horrible way to die.
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How sad, but also very touching Melinda, thanks for sharing this with us all. It's by no means a downer of a post as you may fear in a comment above, it feels important, very valid, and it's essential that we should be able to speak freely about such losses.
What's more, even if people are affected with quite a strong sense of sadness, that's cool too, because it's very real.
It's good to know Jim lived life to the fullest, and being a biker myself, I know how much of a worry that causes for a loved one.
Sincere condolences, and best regards.
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Thanks so much for taking the time to write that! And all of us know now that if he would have known how horrific it was to watch him die from cancer, he would have chosen for me to receive the phone call.
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I slowly learn more about you and your story. I cannot even imagine how such a loss must feel like. I only know the fear to lose someone. But nevertheless it must bring a huge smile to your face to remember how crazy and fearless he was, right? Thank you for your story!
Tight hug!
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Love these photos! He lived life to the fullest and had you there with him... Great memories there! 💕
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Life is so unpredictable.............nevertheless, Jim lived his life to the fullest and he enjoyed every minute of it.
Although, I can't even imagine how sad it must be for you to look at these photos now, I hope they keep him alive in your heart and give you a little bit of comfort 🌸💖🌸
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I love all the memories. It's the emptiness of now that I'm struggling with. Some days are so lonely.
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I can only imagine my Dear Melinda and I am so sorry. I really wish you wouldn't have to go trough that :(
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The fact you are telling us about Jim shows your pain, but also that you are at peace with yourself, for letting him follow his passion and for the happiness you lived together. Your soul is starting its healing process, and I'm happy you are sharing this with us. Be blessed, my friend. Big hug!
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Thanks, sweet friend! It's been so hard to respond to all these kind comments. Each one has brought tears.
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And yours has brought tears to me also. It's hard to imagine the deep pain and the solitude of the loss of a lifetime companion. But stick to the good things of life, and cherish them. We are here for you!
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We often don´t know which one is worse, to leave this world, or that one of our loved ones leaves this world and leaves us alone in despair... I can totally related to your fear and how you must have felt when you were left alone...
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Thanks for your kind and understanding words. This whole grief process is new to me and I still struggle to cope some days. We all have so much to learn as we walk through life.
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Memories are treasures forever. Sounds like he lived a very exciting life and one cool dude. You must have together on exciting adventures.
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He truly was the best! I love having Steem as a reason to go back through all my old photos and re-live those treasured memories. We did have lots of adventures!
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It is a great remembrance of your Jim.
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Seems today is a day for such remembrances:
I just posted one of my own.
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So many fun memories!!
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One thing is for sure he enjoyed his life to the full, even though you had to look the other way @melinda010100
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Oh @melinda010100 , I'm so sorry for your loss.
Looking at those images he had no fear for sure, I bet he got some fantastic photographs that I wouldn't dare take even on my hands and knees with a safety line attached!
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I would not do it either! He would have been so surprised to realize that things like this tied my stomach in knots! And I do believe that my photos from 5 ft back were just as good!!😉
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Lol, I agree having the little bit of foreground gives better composition :)
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Or at least we can tell ourselves that and stay safe!
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:))
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Dear @melinda010100, I am finally reading the stories! I found your story to be very touching! I am really sorry to hear about cancer!
There is a thing, called the power of thoughts! I really try to push all the bad emotions away. I don't like to visualise terrible events that have never taken place because I am afraid it could happen and I would blame myself! So happy thoughts are the key to happiness and stress-free life! I wish you and your family to stay strong and safe!
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Thank you and I agree. Positive thoughts and surrounding yourself with positive people makes the world a better place!
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Thank you!
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Please do not spam my page.
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I flagged that post @melinda010100. For me, it is there but grayed out.
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Thanks, Jerry! For me it says 'this post was hidden due to low ratings'. When will people learn that self promotion is unacceptable?
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This is the first time I've actually flagged a post; I've almost done it a few times, but never did before.
The only reason I did this time was because you SAID to them 'Please don't spam my page', and they didn't take it down.♥
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I have never flagged anyone either, simply because I hate to waste my votes! I really appreciate you sticking up for me!
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WOW! @melinda010100! Did you see above here? Steemcleaners has posted a warning about spam, I assume to the one I flagged.
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Glad to know it comes when called!! Good flagging, Jerry!
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