Thursday, March 10, 2011

The Slideshow

I finally was able to load the slide show from Cash's memorial service up to youtube.com.  I'm sorry it took so long, the file is very large and without a solid internet connection it proved to be a challenge.  Anyhow, if you were unable to attend Cash's service, the slideshow is below (and available in HD on youtube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-x0R6jnIU3E)



I still have difficulty watching it, however, I listen to the music from the slideshow almost every day.  The music was taken from Johnny Cash's 'My Mother's Hymnbook', which was released in 2004. The music was recorded when Johnny was late in his years and has a beautiful, somber tone, that draws me closer to God and at the same time reminds me of our son, who was named after Johnny Cash.  I think back to the service and probably could have watched it and listened to the music two or three more times.

Please forward this to anyone who wasn't at the service that may want to watch it - Cash was a beautiful little boy and we continue to be thankful he's with Jesus and cancer-free.
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27 comments:

  1. Sean'n'LishMarch 10, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Loved the video.. What a blessing Cash was in his short life here and Praise God he is free of cancer.. Praying still for you all. Sean and Alicia VanderMeulen

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  2. AnonymousMarch 10, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Thanks for sharing this! The pictures are priceless and the music just fits!!! How cool!!
    Thinking of you guys often and still praying for you daily. Kevin and Wendi

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  3. AnonymousMarch 12, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Remembering you all in our prayers every day...
    Love~Eric and Jamie

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  4. SaraleeMarch 13, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    Such a beautiful tribute to a sweet sweet angel! Thank you for sharing! Keeping you in our prayers.

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  5. AnonymousMarch 14, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Being there was incredible to witness how your little boy impacted to many and is remembered by even more. Love you guys much -- Michael, Kat and RoxAnn -- continue to pray for you guys daily.

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  6. AnonymousMarch 15, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    WOW! Such a touching tribute! His life while short was obviously filled with love, laughter and so much joy! May God continue to uphold you all every day.
    Trish Anker

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  7. AnonymousMarch 22, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Cash will live on in all of our hearts. The video was so beautiful...with my tears of joy and sadness. We continue to keep you and hold you up in our prayers.
    All my Love,
    Cousin Shari

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  8. 4 Lettre WordsApril 15, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    I am truly blessed to have visited your blog today. Thank you.

    Sending love and prayers from Georgia...

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  9. KimberlyApril 15, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    I came to your blog from PW's pictures of brothers. I cried during your video. It was so beautiful and touching. Cash was a beautiful little boy and was loved tremendously. Jesus is now loving on him
    You and your family will be in my prayers. May God grace you with his presence, love, and comfort each and every day.
    Thank you for sharing.

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  10. Nathan and NatalieApril 15, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    I came from PW blog as well, it has been a blessing reading your blog posts. It's awesome how God has helped you through this and continuing on giving peace and strength. I'll be praying for you all!

    -Natalie

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  11. AnonymousApril 15, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    Hi I came from pw after seeing the adorable photo. I then watched the beautiful blog and had to let you know you are in our prayers and God does give strength.

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  12. TeeApril 15, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    I'm here from PW's photos of brothers. If you haven't read "Heaven is for Real" it will be a comfort to you. A pastor's little boy died but came back and was able to share such wonderful glimpses of Heaven. You are in my prayers believing the sweet Holy Spirit will comfort you like never before.

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  13. EmmyApril 16, 2011 at 4:23 AM

    Thank you for sharing your story, your family, and your love. You're an inspiration

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  14. AnonymousApril 16, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    You don't know me but I wanted to reach out and express my deepest sympathies to your family. I found this after reading about your photo on the Pioneer Woman.

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  15. TaraApril 17, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    I too learned of your blog from Pioneer Woman's Brothers photos. I read the entire blog over about a day and a half. What an inspiration! Your family's optimism and faith in God surely brought you all through this heartwrenching ordeal. I wish I had had the opportunity to meet Cash, although I feel as if I know him and your family. May God continue to bless you, Wendi, Jack Jr, Kingston and the rest of your family.

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  16. mnApril 17, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    My deepest sympathies at the loss of your beautiful son. I saw the pictures on The Pioneer Woman, beautiful picture. I cannot even begin to say how beautiful your words are, esp. about your faith, and the strength to just believe in God's will. I was having a rough day, and your strength helped me to put things in perspective. I'm a single mom with few friends and support, and beautiful kids, and although times are a struggle, I've always remembered that God takes care of all of us, and He has always provided. My heart and prayer is with you both as parents, who have seen the biggest loss a parent can experience, and may God always bless your home with love, peace, and happy times. Amen.

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  17. RetaApril 18, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    A PW reader too...the photo captured my heart. Cash is such a beautiful little boy and I know is being held by arms of Jesus. Praying for your family...that you may continue to be held in strength and peace by our Father's right hand and carried in His arms when the load is heavy.

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  18. AnonymousApril 18, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Hello wonderful family of Cash,

    Grace and peace to you from our Lord Jesus Christ. I found your blog from the post on the pioneerwoman. I commented on an older post, not knowing of the current news. I wanted to thank you for being such a testimony to Jesus Christ. Your faith and attitude move me to tears. I am praying that the Lord keeps you in His perfect peace and that you know Him more and more. God bless you and your family.

    Hannah Thomas

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  19. AnonymousApril 18, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    I am a PW reader, and just read Cash's story. May you continue to be upheld in the loving care of Jesus.

    Anita, Chilliwack, BC

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  20. rachel beeApril 18, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    another pw reader- literally bawling at these photos. i have had such a horrible day, but your story has helped me put things into perspective. may cash's story continue to make His Name glorious.

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  21. TallyApril 18, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    I too, was drawn to your story from Pioneer woman's post of your picture. I read your entire blog in one sitting, and couldn't stop sobbing through the entire thing. What a heartbraking story. Thank you for sharing your story and putting our fragile lives into perspective. Each time I got frustrated with my own small children this weekend I couldn't help but think of Cash...and how lucky I am to be able to cuddle them each day. Many prayers for you all

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  22. AnonymousApril 18, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    oh my....I can hardly breath, such achingly beautiful music. What a precious little soul he was !! I am absolutely humbled by the awesome Grace of this family and I am in awe of the strenghth in their faith when it's been under the ultimate test. GOD BLESS forever and always !!

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  23. AnonymousApril 18, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    found your blog via pioneer woman yesterday, the photo of your sons got me stuck, cried and loved. cash was a beautiful gift from GOD. you and your family are blessed to have him.

    i know it's hard to let go, but i know you and your family are strong... my prayers are with you. ivyworis@yahoo.com / malaysia

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  24. TiffanyApril 19, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    I found your site through PW's Brothers contest...and I am so glad I did. I sound like everyone else, but I am amazed and your strength and faith. Cash was a beautiful soul. Jack and Kingston are beautiful too; I can't imagine how much you all must miss him. I will keep reading and keep praying for you all.

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  25. leahleahleahzApril 19, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    He is absolutely beautiful - as is the rest of your family.

    I am sending my love to you all. Your story is heartwrenching, yet filled with words of hope. I will hug my boys a little tighter and a little longer tonight. Thank you.

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  26. Shan HerrenApril 27, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Dear Parriera family,
    What a precious tribute to Cash! I love your testimony of strength, hope & love. I thank God for caring for you & giving you the strength to share Cash's life with others.

    My heart goes out to Jack. I know that God will use this somehow in his life.
    (Love your "brothers" entry in the PW contest.)

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