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This blog is where I record a limited depiction of my feelings, family, and faith. My blog was recently under intense scrutiny, and so I feel this disclaimer is necessary. I try to tell my story as openly as I can, but this blog represents a cropped and narrow-viewed version of my story -- like all social media -- it is NOT the full story. Many events happen behind the scenes that are not recorded or written about, due to the sensitive nature of others involved. Life has many layers. Many layers can be shared and many cannot, and this blog is simply a layer of my life that I allow others to view, but it is not an accurate depiction of all the layers of my life.
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Hallelujah

There are no words. This is all I have to offer for now…God lives. I know it.

An old video, but it felt appropriate...


Together Forever… 
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  1. The Holden FamilyApril 2, 2014 at 6:23 PM

    love you guys.

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  2. CharityApril 2, 2014 at 6:37 PM

    Praying for you Mari. Love you.

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  3. kristie bleazardApril 2, 2014 at 6:40 PM

    We love you and your family Mari. Words cannot express.

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  4. Moira HenrieApril 2, 2014 at 6:40 PM

    And He provides....💓💓💓
    In 3 months, or when you are ready, we will have cake and laugh (possibly whilst watching a Hugh Jackman movie)💖💖💖💖

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  5. SuszApril 2, 2014 at 6:40 PM

    This is beautiful. LOVE YOU MARI. Sending you all my love and prayers. xoxo

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  6. DianaApril 2, 2014 at 6:46 PM

    So grateful you are in my life. I have thought of you and your family so much these last two days. You're in my prayers sweet Mari.

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  7. AnaleeApril 2, 2014 at 6:54 PM

    I watched this with tears in my eyes, remembering so much. Thank you for sharing. I love you guys!

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  8. LindaApril 2, 2014 at 6:58 PM

    Mari - that you have the strength to post this, today, on the second hardest day of your life, shows much strength and I have nothing but respect and admiration for you. You are a wonder.

    I have you in my prayers - your family has been on my mind all day. May God be with you.

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  9. babsApril 2, 2014 at 7:10 PM


    Thank you for sharing! We love you and your family and sending hugs across town.

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  10. MelissaApril 2, 2014 at 7:12 PM

    Mari, you and your kids have been in my thoughts all day. I'm so sorry to hear about this sudden loss!

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  11. laurieApril 2, 2014 at 7:23 PM

    Mari, You have always impressed me with your strength and testimony and you continue to do so today. Prayers for comfort and continued strength for you and your children. If there is anything we can do please don't hesitate to ask. We love you.

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  12. Tara NielsenApril 2, 2014 at 7:39 PM

    You are an amazing woman that continues to inspire even in your darkest hour. Praying for all of you.

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  13. Taylor FamilyApril 2, 2014 at 7:54 PM

    You are loved! Your family has filled my thoughts today and we are praying for you. I am here for you anytime! Many hugs!

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  14. Andrea VanSickleApril 2, 2014 at 8:33 PM

    I'm so sorry. your family influenced ours even in the short time we knew you in Boise. our prayers, also, are with you and your beautiful family. thank you for your testimony.

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  15. Jennifer DunnApril 2, 2014 at 8:48 PM

    Oh Mari, I am so sorry. As I watched your video, I was comforted by the knowledge that families can be together forever. I have always admired the marriage that you and Charles had--and still have.

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  16. Harlin FamilyApril 2, 2014 at 8:58 PM

    I never hear that song without thinking of you guys. Just today as I was driving around I was thinking about Charles and how he loved that song and played it on the guitar for us one of those late nights at our house. It's a good memory. :) You never cease to amaze me with your testimony and steadfast faith...like your pioneer ancestors no doubt. We love you and your family so much Mari! You know that your family has a special place in the hearts of the Harlin's.

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  17. AndreaApril 2, 2014 at 9:37 PM

    May the good and comfort in this world lift you and your children up while you navigate your way through this difficult time. I am so sorry to hear Charles has crossed the veil early in life. My thoughts are with you and yours and I hope you feel the embrace from all who surround you but especially through Christ's loving and warm embrace. May God bless you and yours.

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  18. Mitchell SottoApril 2, 2014 at 10:13 PM

    Thank you so much for your example and love to all those around you. We're praying for you :)

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  19. Sue Ann McFarlandApril 2, 2014 at 10:20 PM

    We love your & your family! You are in our prayers & thoughts.

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  20. Mom4everApril 3, 2014 at 2:20 AM

    You're right...words don't feel fully adequate to express feelings like that. I'm glad that you and your children have each other (and other family members and friends) to wrap your arms around and to cry with. Why can't people cry enough tears to bring immediate, deep relief that is strong enough for that kind of hurt? I believe in the Plan of Happiness, and in "forever families," and in Christ's power to heal because of the atonement. I believe that your sweet family will find strength and be comforted through this painful experience, but for now that loss still seems so unexpected and wrong! The angel of death may not have spared your home this time in the physical sense, but I pray that you will be blessed all the more with watchful care and heavenly protection, that your home may be a safe haven from the threat of spiritual death in this Egypt-of-a-world. Keep on running until you make it back home for that happy reunion!

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  21. MelissaApril 3, 2014 at 6:25 AM

    xox
    ((Hugs))
    :'(
    We'll do whatever you need us to Mari.

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  22. Stephen YoungerApril 3, 2014 at 7:51 AM

    My heart aches for you and your family. Charles was truly one of the best men I have ever known, and it was an honor to be called his friend. I wish that circumstances were such that we could be there for you now, but please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

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  23. Annie & Mike & 3 MusketeersApril 3, 2014 at 11:23 AM

    Honey, my heart goes out to you! I have ponder & ponder! I am so grateful that you have your parents with you AND your children are with you too!!

    Count your MANY blessings , 'count them one by one' .... Charles IS one of them. I am SO glad to meet him and get to know him and respect him. Thank you Mari for having him in our family. You & your children are always in our hearts & prayers! With lots of loves! Annie

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  24. Pam and Gary DarbyApril 3, 2014 at 11:16 PM

    Mari, we are so sorry for your loss. Charles was. Such a good, kind man and we were blessed to have known him. You and your children are in our prayers.

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  25. mylajensenApril 3, 2014 at 11:29 PM

    Oh, Mari, I am so, so sorry. It doesn't seem fair that you and your children should have to suffer such a devastating loss. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Thanks for sharing the beautiful video.

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  26. CSNApril 5, 2014 at 2:08 AM

    Mari, I am a friend of your sister Kary and love to follow your blog. When I heard the devastating news I wept! I have thought of your beautiful family everyday and have kept you in my prayers. You are a tough women and I know you can do hard things!! Remember you are loved by many! Thanks for being a wonderful example to everyone around you. I know Heavenly Father is with you at this time and he will bless and comfort you and your children. Know that you are loved and that your dear Charles is watching over you and your family and you will see him again in the eternities!
    Crystal

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