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Old 12-07-2010, 08:27 AM #1
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Default Elizabeth Edwards on her death bed

I dont wish to discuss anything political about this woman, her life, or her circumstances, but thought it was worth mentioning that she is now on her death bed, and her family has been called.

She was dx with breast cancer many years ago, and for a while it appeared she beat it. A couple of years ago, it came back at stage 4 and it was determined that it was no beneficial to use interventions on her. (I still say she could have done other things)

Her husband ran for president in 2000 and didnt make the cut. She lost her first born when he was 16 to a car accident. The woman has shown bravery and courage in the face of a nasty disease.

God Speed Elizabeth.
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I saw the story on the news. So sad. She has shown amazing grace and courage in the face of many adverse circumstances. I pray she has a peaceful exit from this world.
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This was posted on her Facebook page.

You all know that I have been sustained throughout my life by three saving graces -- my family, my friends, and a faith in the power of resilience and hope. These graces have carried me through difficult times and they have brought more joy to the good times than I ever could have imagined. The days of our lives, for all of us, are numbered. We know that. And yes, there are certainly times when we aren't able to muster as much strength and patience as we would like. It's called being human. But I have found that in the simple act of living with hope, and in the daily effort to have a positive impact in the world, the days I do have are made all the more meaningful and precious. And for that I am grateful. It isn't possible to put into words the love and gratitude I feel towards everyone who has and continues to support and inspire me every day. To you I simply say: you know.
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she's some woman. i've heard her on several tv shows.
i wish her a peaceful passing and her family healing.
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She is surrounded by all those who love her, including her XDH. May God be with you.
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She passed away this afternoon. She put up a good fight for a long time. RIP Elizabeth.
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Oh, I hadn't heard that. I'm glad she didn't suffer and had her children and family with her. I pray that she is at peace now and can rest.
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She was a brave, strong, beautiful person. When I saw the news last night that she was nearing the end it brought tears for me and I had renewed anger at John Edwards ... I cannot type what I think of him
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She died this morning but they didn't release a statement until the two children came home from school. She was a fighter but in the end there was nothing more to do.

http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/eliza...2319133&page=1
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What amazing words she wrote for her children to be read at her eulogy.

"I loved you in the best ways I have known how. I lament my shortcomings more than you know. For when I was less than I could have been, should have been, you did not get all that you deserve from me. For all I have said about life, I want you to know that all I ever really needed was you -- your love, your presence -- to make my life complete. You are complete joy to me. I hope you will always know that. Wherever I am, wherever you are, I have my arms wrapped around you."
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