To my son { RIP}

[easttexaslefty]

Bruce Sringsteen Lyrics

Terry's Song"

Well they built the Titanic to be one of a kind,but many ships have ruled the seas
They built the Eiffel Tower to stand alone,but they could build another if they please
Taj Mahal, the pyramids of Egypt,are unique I suppose
But when they built you, brother, they broke the mold

Now the world is filled with many wonders under the passing son
And sometimes something comes along and you know it's for sure the only one
The Mona Lisa, the David,the Sistine Chapel,Jesus,Mary and Joe
And when they built you,brother, they broke the mold


When they built you, brother,they turned dust into gold
When they built you, brother,they broke the mold


They say you can't take it with you,but I think they're wrong
'Cauuse all I know is I woke up this morning, and something big was gone
Gone into that ether where you're still young,and hard and cold
Just like when they built you, brother,they broke the mold

Now your death is upon us and we'll return your ashes to the earth
And I know you'll take comfort in knowing you've been roundly blessed and cursed
But love is a power greater tahn death,just like the songs and stories told
And when she built you brother, she broke the mold

That attitude's a power stonger than death,alive and burning her stone cold
When they built you,brother"


I love you,Danny and I miss you. Momma 12/18/73-09/11/07

[SammyWinstonJack]

1. ...

:hug:

[easttexaslefty]

6. Thank for the hugs n/t

[midlife_mo_Jo]

75. I'm really sorry for your loss

Children just aren't supposed to die before their parents.

[Bullwinkle925]

2. i'm so sorry you've had to suffer such loss . . .

:grouphug:

[easttexaslefty]

7. Me too

I miss tons. Hw was my son but also my best friend

[Radio_Lady]

42. My condolences to you. May your hurt be healed somewhat by time.

Life is so brief. But to lose a son on 9/11 must be particularly difficult. Parents are supposed to pass before their children. That is what is so particularly poignant.

I don't know the details, but in any event, welcome to the DU -- spend the holiday season here, with us, at least part of the time.

In peace,

Radio Lady in Oregon

[easttexaslefty]

51. Thank you Radio Lady

I don't think date had any particular meaning to him. His car was reposed that night at work. None of us knew he was having any financial problems at that point. My youngest son's birthday is 9/12 as is mine. Thank so very much for your thoughts and the welcome,Peace

[redqueen]

3. Oh honey...

:cry:

:hug:

[easttexaslefty]

9. I've shed enough tears

to fill an ocean

[redqueen]

14. ... can't even imagine...

Just *reading* that, and thinking of your situation was like getting gut-punched.

My thougts are with you...

[easttexaslefty]

21. Redqueen

He was so unique. Tattooed from head to toe but such a teddy bear.

[SeattleGirl]

4. I'm so sorry for your loss.

:hug:

[easttexaslefty]

11. Thank you

{{hugs back}}}

[graywarrior]

5. Man, I am so sorry.

:hug:

[easttexaslefty]

13. Thank you graywarrior n/t

[NewJeffCT]

8. I'm sorry for your loss

may he rest in peace.

[easttexaslefty]

15. That is my heartfelt

wish. I hope he is at peace

[mainegreen]

10. ....

:hug:

[easttexaslefty]

18. thank you for the hugs

What a cute baby

[lightningandsnow]

12. So sorry for your loss

[easttexaslefty]

19. Thank you n/t

[Sugar Smack]

16. I am truly sorry. I can't express it in words.

[easttexaslefty]

22. It's hard me to express to

it still feels like a horrible nightmare I can't wake up from.

[BarenakedLady]

17. I so very sorry.

:hug:

[wicket]

20. Oh my

:cry:

:hug:

[easttexaslefty]

23. thank you berenaked lady and wicket

he was a sweetie

[wicket]

50. I'm sorry he was taken from you so young

:hug:

[seemunkee]

24. I can't imagine the pain

:hug: for you and peace to Danny

[easttexaslefty]

25. The thing is,

it compounded by the fact that he suicided. He didn't leave us a note and always seemed happy.So yes, we are hoping for peace all around

[seemunkee]

27. I'm so sorry

I have lost a couple of friends to suicide. I think about them a lot.

[easttexaslefty]

29. seemunkee

It's totally different from other types of grief. Thank you for your condolences

[ikojo]

47. Easttexaslefty....my younger brother, Jeff,

suicided at the age of 36 in 2001.

It was hard. I still wonder what happened. He had tried it before in 1993, so the fact that he actually succeeded was not surprising.

My hope is that whatever is after this life, I hope Jeff has found the peace and contentment that so eluded him in this life.

:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

Have you considered a suicide support group?

The one thing I still must work with my mom on is for her not to blame herself.

[easttexaslefty]

52. Danny had never even talked about suicide before

He was hiding money problems from us,his car had been repossed that night and a friend from work broght him home around 6:30am. We think he just said"fuck it" and hung him self in his workshop. At 9:30am or so I deciced to get the recyclables down back and there he was. It was beyond awlul. Yes,We are all in therapy plus in a suicide suviviors group together. I Hope Jeff is in peace as well as my baby.Wishing us all peace,

[RFKHumphreyObama]

26. I'm so, so very sorry beyond what words could adequately convey

My deepest and sincerest thoughts, prayers, condolences and sympathies to you and your family:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[easttexaslefty]

30. We can use all the prayers and goog vibes we can get

[VenusRising]

28. I'm so sorry for your loss.

My heartfelt condolences.

:hug::hug:

[easttexaslefty]

31. Thank you, VenusRising

[Inchworm]

32. You are in my thoughts

:hug:

[easttexaslefty]

33. Thank you Inchworm

[driver8]

34. Such a beautiful tribute to your son...I am so sorry for your loss.

I hope this hug reaches you...:hug:

[easttexaslefty]

35. Hug received

Thank you. this song just sums him up so well.He was so loved. as my brother said in his eulogy { among many other things} over 200 people to the funeral of a sacker at Kroger. He was one of a kind. I miss him

[Bunny]

36. I'm so sorry, easttexaslefty.

:hug:

There have been several suicides in my extended family. It is devastating to those left behind. You are in my thoughts.

[easttexaslefty]

40. It's been difficult beyond belief

If had known the broken hearts he left in his wake,he would have never have done this. Thank you for responding to me.

[SPKrazy]

37. sorry...

:hug: :hug: :hug:

must be terrible to lose a child

:cry:

[easttexaslefty]

41. Extremely

He was my eldest son. I had him when I was 18. I was blessed to spend 33 years with him. Thanks for the hugs. They are appreciated

[QueenOfCalifornia]

38. Oh my....

This broke my heart. I have no words... I can not imagine. I am so sorry for your loss.

Peace to you.

[easttexaslefty]

43. My wish is

that no one ever do this to their mom or anyone else. Please,please get help if you are depressed. When you choose to end your life you hurt so many people..some beyond repair

[applegrove]

39. So sorry for your loss.

[easttexaslefty]

44. Thank you, applegrove

[Highway61]

45. ....

:hug:

[ThatsMyBarack]

46. ...

:hug:

[Ptah]

48. .

[LNM]

49. I'm so sorry

I can't imagine what it would be like to lose a child. My heart aches for you. :hug:

[1gobluedem]

53. So, so sorry

Words are so inadequate at times like this. :hug:

[Midlodemocrat]

54. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord.

And may perpetual light shine upon him.

You will see him again. I am so sorry for your loss. :hug:

[easttexaslefty]

55. Thank you,Midlodemocrat

All prayers ,good thoughts and good vibes ANY type are welcome. Thank you everyone for responding. Sometimes you feel so alone. Peace

[flamingyouth]

56. I am so sorry for your loss.

:hug:

[easttexaslefty]

61. Thank you flamingyouth

If you would like to see his photo, he is on: facesofsuicide.com Page 3 Danny Pugh

[flamingyouth]

69. I will look him up right now.

I would love to see his picture. :hug:

[flamingyouth]

73. What a great picture.

A beautiful soul. I also looked up his My Space page and read the messages from his friends.

You're in my thoughts and prayers. :hug:

[OnceUponTimeOnTheNet]

78. Page three has many pics of smiling happy people. They are all so beautiful,

how can we know what they may be thinking? Impossible.

I can not bear to look at page 1 and 2. Looking at that pic of him would have me smiling in any other context, he had one of those infectious grins.

Your Danny was a gift to you, treasure what he brought to you and your family. Rest in Peace Danny.

[easttexaslefty]

83. OnceUponTime OnTheNet

I know what you mean...such beautiful kids:cry: Danny was a treasure beyond measure. He had a smile that could light up the world. Thank you so very much for kind words, Peace,

[auntAgonist]

57. gone too soon ... please accept my condolences and

heartfelt sympathy ..

more :hug:'s for you

aA
kesha

[easttexaslefty]

62. kesha, thank you the additional hugs n/t

[Mz Pip]

58. So very sorry

My sympathy to you and your family. May he rest in peace.

Mz Pip
:dem:

[easttexaslefty]

63. Mz Pip

Thank you

[amitten]

59. Sending you warm hugs and good wishes for peace of mind.

I can't imagine your pain.

You must know that you are not to blame...no one is. No one can help someone who feels so strongly about leaving this life. I'm sure he didn't mean to hurt his loved ones so.

I know in my heart he is in a better place now, at peace and still loving you, as ever. You will see him again one day.

[easttexaslefty]

64. Thank you for that beautiful

message. It is very appreciated

[amitten]

66. Good...because it's true.

:grouphug:

[Breeze54]

60. Losing a child has to be the worst pain....

I'm so sorry for your loss, easttexaslefty... :hug:






Welcome to DU... :hi:

[easttexaslefty]

65. thank you for the welcome Breeze54

if there is a worse pain I would not want to experience it

[mvd]

67. So sorry

What a nice song to use in tribute. :hug:

[easttexaslefty]

68. Thank you, it fits my boy

[Capn Sunshine]

70. I'm so sorry for your loss

I hope for you to encounter peace with how it went and celebrate the days he was with you.

[easttexaslefty]

71. That is what I'm trying to focus on.

Thank you!

[Perry Logan]

72. "Rest in soft peace..."

"On my First Son"

Farewell, thou child of my right hand, and joy;
My sin was too much hope of thee, lov'd boy
Seven years thou wert lent to me, and I thee pay,
Exacted by thy fate, on the just day.
O, could I lose all father, now. For why
Will man lament the state he should envy?
To have so soon scap'd world's, and flesh's rage,
And, if no other misery, yet age?
Rest in soft peace, and, ask'd, say here doth lie
Ben Jonson his best piece of poetry.
For whose sake, henceforth, all his vows be such,
As what he loves may never like too much.

--Ben Jonson

[easttexaslefty]

79. Thank you so very much for that ,Perry Logan

That was beautiful.I'm going to print this and show it to my family. Thanks again, peace,

[Xipe Totec]

74. Man that is born of a woman

is of few days and full of trouble. He cometh forth as a flower and is cut down; he fleeth also as a shadow, and continueth not. Seeing his days are determined, the number of his months are with Thee; Thou hast appointed his bounds that he cannot pass; turn from him that he may rest till he shall accomplish his day.

For there is hope of a tree, if it be cut down, that it will sprout again, and that the tender branch thereof will not cease. But man dieth and wasteth away; yea, man giveth up the ghost, and where is he? As the waters fail from the sea, and the flood decayeth and drieth up, so man lieth down and riseth not up till the heavens shall be no more. Yet, O Lord! have compassion on the children of Thy creation; administer them comfort in time of trouble, and save them with an everlasting salvation!

Amen.

[easttexaslefty]

80. Thank you, Xipe Totec

I love "adminster them comfort in times of trouble" I am lucky to be to have so much support.Peace,

[WinkyDink]

76. {{{{easttexaslefty}}}} Bless you and Danny.

[easttexaslefty]

81. Thank very much. n/t

[fortyfeetunder]

77. My condolences

I read the string and offer my sympathy and healing on losing your son so suddenly. Thank you for sharing :hug:

[easttexaslefty]

82. Thanks for giving me the opportunity

to share my loss. It eases my burden. Peace,