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PaleFigure
Decorated
Joined: 12 Nov 2002 Posts: 168 Location: Wollongong, NSW Australia
some bad news I just heard from my sister, at approximately 9:00 pm Australian time my father passed away peacefully in hospital.
He had been in there for over a month following 3 near-simultaneous strokes, and although he was showing some improvement, we were not entirely unprepared for this news.
I saw him on saturday, and he seemed bright-eyed and responsive. It hasn't fully sunk in yet, and frankly, I feel guilty that I'm not crying.
Anyhoo, just felt like telling someon, and I consider you guys my friends.
PF
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Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 7:24 am
Caterpillar
Unfictologist
Joined: 25 Sep 2002 Posts: 1887 Location: cem's otherbody
So sorry to hear that PF.
It's not easy, and I send my deepest condolences.....time will eventually help the memories fill the emptiness.
~cem {{{hugs}}}
Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 8:08 am
Valas
Unfettered
Joined: 04 Apr 2003 Posts: 326
(((((Hug)))))))
You're just in shock PF, hence the lack of tears.
Been there, and all I got in return was this lousy t-shirt.
Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 8:20 am
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Guest
My condolences PaleFigure
Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 8:43 am
zounds
Veteran
Joined: 06 Jun 2003 Posts: 146 Location: UK
(from me)
Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 8:44 am
zounds
Veteran
Joined: 06 Jun 2003 Posts: 146 Location: UK
Valas wrote:
(((((Hug)))))))
You're just in shock PF, hence the lack of tears.
Been there, and all I got in return was this lousy t-shirt.
Hey Valas - you'll treasure that t-shirt always
Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 8:45 am
Myssfitz
Unfettered
Joined: 26 Feb 2003 Posts: 695 Location: In the pasture
I am very sorry to hear about your father. {{{{Hugs}}}}
It's OK not to cry. His death was probably a blessed relief, if that makes sense. Even though that doesn't make it any easier. How ever you choose to deal with his death is OK. Remeber that. Only you know what is best for you. Use that wonderful writing of yours to get thru this sad time. And keep posting. We are your friends.
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Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 9:11 am
Ozy_y2k
Unfettered
Joined: 25 Sep 2002 Posts: 460 Location: Carmel, Indiana
sorry to hear it, PF.
Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 9:54 am
monkeypants
Boot
Joined: 26 Sep 2002 Posts: 56 Location: Wisconsin
Our condolences and prayers go out to you and your family.
The tears will come when/if they need to. Just know that you have hugs and support from all over the planet.
*hugs*
-m
Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 10:34 am
konamouse
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Joined: 02 Dec 2002 Posts: 8010 Location: My own alternate reality
hugs from me
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Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 10:43 am
Sunny du Pree
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Joined: 01 Jan 2003 Posts: 636 Location: Push, Nevada
So sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you. With much sympathy.
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Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 11:08 am
LazarusLong
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Joined: 20 Mar 2003 Posts: 453 Location: 93 miles SW of Ted Kaczynski's cabin
PF, you have my deepest condolences on your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family.
In situations like this, you must remember that time, and only time, will ease your pain. Understand that your friends here and elsewhere are there to help and support you.
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Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 11:15 am
Varin
I Have No Life
Joined: 02 Dec 2002 Posts: 2456 Location: South of where I used to be
PF, I'm so sorry for your loss. (((((HUGS)))))
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Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 11:41 am
SpaceBass
The BADministrator
Joined: 20 Sep 2002 Posts: 2701 Location: pellucidar
Please accept my condolences and sympathies as well, Adam. I'm glad you got to see him on Saturday and hopefully spared yourself that manufactured guilt that many people put themselves through after a loved one's passing.
Keep your chin up, bro, and don't lose your stellar sense of humor. We're all here for you if you need us.
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Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 12:16 pm
jamesi
Sentient Being
Joined: 25 Sep 2002 Posts: 2195 Location: Canadia
Sorry to hear the news. We'll all be here for ya when you need us.
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Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 12:22 pm
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