We had to say goodbye!!

We said goodbye to Martha today!! At 6:30 this morning we received a call from the nursing home - Martha had passed away between 6:15 & 6:20. I was saddened that we weren't there when she left us, but the nurse said there were a couple of people in the room with her. We know she's no longer in pain. Thank-you Lord.

On Wednesday last week, I spent several hours with her. There is one moment I will never forget. She was mumbling to herself so I went to her side to see if she needed anything. Her reply was "No honey, I don't need anything." Then she said something that really touched me. She said "I am so happy - I've had a good life - God has given me a good life" I agreed with her and said God has been very good to you. In which she replied, "Yes, he has made me real happy" Then she proceeded to look up toward the ceiling and said "Thank you God for making me happy". The sincerity in her face was so evident. Later that evening when Ron and I were talking, I shared this incident with him. A look of surprise and amazement came upon his face then he shared with me that earlier as he was praying, he asked God to give him a sign that Martha had truly changed after my prayer with her. This was God's way to show Ron that Martha had truly made a heart change. After this point, Martha's countenance was totally changed - she had a glow about her. Praise the Lord He still moves.

Saturday, Martha's Step-son, Raymond and his wife Elsie came down to say their goodbyes to Martha from Newport Minnesota (just outside of Minneapolis). They've been out of contact with her for a few years. They were able to say their goodbyes and Martha was alert enough to know who they were. This gave them some closure. Our visit has been very good - they are great loving people. This afternoon we made the rest of the funeral arrangements. Martha had prepared everything else so very minor details have had to be made.

Well just wanted to share our loss. She will always be in our hearts.

Thank you for all your prayers over the past several months.

Love,
The Scotts (Ron, Sandy, Katrina, Logan & Oreo)