Friday, February 02, 2007 Till We Meet Again.. I took Jeff to the airport last nite, his dad had passed away.. The world lost one of it's brightest stars yesterday.. My father in-law, Al Berlin. I have been so blessed to have known him and to have had him, as a part of my life and extended family. The things I will remember & miss most, are his loving nature, his smile, the super strong hand crushing hand shakes & hugs and his terrible jokes:) He loved people, those who surrounded him everday, at his retirement home & in life. Always willing to help anyone in any way he could. He will be missed by so many.. Today is a day I will take for myself, to reflect, remember and mourn the loss of my favorite father in law... May the heavens be blessed with his presence. He is someone that will be missed every day of my life.. Life is so fleeting, you just never know what the day will bring.. So it is important that those you love know it, without a doubt.. As I grow older it becomes more important every day, that those I know, know how much I care for them. Living every day as if it were our last, makes us focus on the here and now, trying to focus and live in the moment is so vital. So I say to you, those that read this blog, you are so very much appreciated and loved for the support & love you give to me.. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.. To the king of all kings.. Till we meet again... I Love you Al.... :: posted @ 12:01 PM by Bernie Berlin:: COMMENTS: Thinking of you today, Bernie. Saying a prayer for you and Jeff and the family. # posted by  christygrant : February 02, 2007 2:19 PM   I am so sorry for your loss. # posted by  I need orange : February 02, 2007 4:05 PM   Oh Bern, I'm so sorry, give Jeff a hug for me. I'll talk to you soon. # posted by  Anonymous : February 02, 2007 5:30 PM   hugs sweetie!! # posted by  claudine hellmuth : February 02, 2007 6:05 PM   Bernie-My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your husband. Having lost both of our dads, my husband and I empathize with you fully. May God bless and uphold you. Carol # posted by  Carol Soules : February 03, 2007 12:04 AM   oh no. I had a feeling something wasn't right with you. I'm so sorry. Please pass along my condolances to Jeff. xoxs # posted by  Anonymous : February 03, 2007 12:57 AM   Bernie... I am SO VERY SORRY to hear about your loss. My sincere condolences to you and Jeff! I am positive Al would truly appreciate your loving and caring words of remembrance. # posted by  Tracie Lyn Huskamp : February 03, 2007 2:02 PM   What an absolutley adorable man! You certainly were blessed to have shared time with someone who looks so open and comfortable in their own skin. What wondererful words you shared. Thank you, and God bless. # posted by  Anonymous : February 03, 2007 6:01 PM   It is a lucky thing when we are gifted with an in-law like Al that is the one you would have bought off the shelf if you had the choice. My condolences to you and to Jeff. Tina =^..^= # posted by  Anonymous : February 03, 2007 9:44 PM   Hugs and our deepest sympathies to you and Jeff. # posted by  Anonymous : February 04, 2007 9:36 AM   what a great smile, mr berlin has under that kings crown! take care sweet girl and hugs to jeff..you both are in my thoughts and prayers..xoxo~k # posted by  dogfaeriex5 : February 04, 2007 10:34 AM   Bernie- My heartfelt condolences to you and to jeff- I'm so sorry. What a blessing to have had such a loving F-I-L....I know you were/are a blessing to him! hugs and luv....to you and ALL the 'critters' # posted by  Anonymous : February 04, 2007 11:21 AM   thinking of you my sweet friend ~ # posted by  Izabella Blue : February 05, 2007 7:41 PM   So sorry to hear of your loss. With love, Sue x "Don't be sad that he died, be glad that he lived". # posted by  Anonymous : February 06, 2007 5:25 AM   i'm sending you and jeff both great big hugs. your father in law looks like a wonderful man and your post is very touching. he was lucky to have you as a daughter in law! # posted by  Anonymous : February 06, 2007 10:43 PM   He sounds like a wonderful person. I'm glad that you had the gift of spending time with him and laughing with him. Sending comforting thoughts. Okay...you don't know me but I found you from your book. I browsed it the bookstore today! Would have bought it but it will have to wait till payday. I love your animal support...all those sweet babies! My Polymer Clay group online has just started a new ebay site where we make a themed creation every month and proceeds go to charity. I am going to submit your organization for one of the upcoming auctions. This month, we are doing polar bear rescue. My group is this: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Beginners_Polymer_Clay_Art_Guild/messages?o=1 Nice to meet you. I can see that you have a kind heart. Lisa # posted by  That Creative Place : February 07, 2007 4:02 AM   I am so sorry for the loss of your father in law. I just recently found your site (I am not even sure how) and you have really touched my heart. I am a fellow animal lover, although I cannot attest to any level of giving that you provide for your animals. We have a rotti who came from a rescue and seeing the pictures of your dogs brings back so many memories. Wanting to take them all home, but knowing we couldn't. When I read through your archives it makes me think that you are truly an angel who has been placed on this earth to care for those who cannot care for themselves. Your heart must be so strong to deal with the pain you see. I am in awe of all you do for our four (and sometimes three) legged friends. God bless you. # posted by  x : February 09, 2007 3:28 PM   I'm so sorry to hear this, please give Jeff a big tight hug for me! I think of my father-in-law about every day!!!and he has been gone since 1998 but you can seeeee he is with me still every day!!!(+Jer is looking and acting like Dom more and more every day too! lol)What a Fabulous cook he was!!! You should have tasted his frittis!!!Thinking of Al, (((((((Bernie&Jeff)))))))ps.not sure if this went thru, delete one if it repeated, sorry! # posted by  turquoise cro : February 09, 2007 3:42 PM   I am so sorry for your loss. I had a little cry for you. My dad died last year and I still miss him so much. # posted by  Debby : February 17, 2007 2:10 PM   Post a Comment << Home

about me Name:Bernie Berlin From:Tennessee, United States I'm a mixed media artist specializing in Faberge Style Eggs, Author of "Artist Trading Card Workshop" and am currently working on 2 new books. I run a full-time dog rescue, taking in the dogs that have been abandoned, abused or police confiscated. I quarantine, foster, retrain, transport & adopt. Cats are also welcome at my rescue. I am drawn to the unwanted, unloved and misunderstood. Hoping to educate and effect change for the animals that do not have a voice of their own. Visit my web site at www.aplacetobark.com View my complete profile SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER!   what i'm doing right now follow A Place to Bark on Twitter how you can help latest videos Loading... more ways to help START USING GOOD SEARCH: A Place to Bark earns a penny every time you search the Internet using Good Search! So next time you want to search for something, click the link above! Thank you! 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Buy any book from Amazon by clicking here and a percentage will benefit my rescued animals!! medical supplies needed DOG MEDICAL SUPPLIES NEEDED: • Duramune Max 5-CvK Distemper/Parvo Vaccine $94.99 • Monoject Needles 71-645 3cc RL - 22x3/4- Box/100 $12.99 • Progard KC Bordatella Vaccine $52.99 • Panacur C-dewormer $4.89 • Frontline CAT MEDICAL SUPPLIES NEEDED: • Eclipse 4 (Box of 25 Doses) $39.99 • Syringe with Needle 71-802 25x5/8 LL, Box/100$14.99 previous posts Home again & Incoming New Faces.... On the Road: CHA Moments at the Berlin home.. Busy day at the vet.. News about "Noel" Flynn Back from Boston.. Out of town.. Merry Christmas to ALL of YOU!!! My Christmas Gift.. 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