This is a place to learn and share tips on improving the craft of writing and blogging.
However, today, I’d like to take a minute to apologize and share why I’ve been remiss in replying to your comments in a timelier manner.
I’ve been back East with family, saying goodbye to a wonderful courageous woman. My beautiful strong niece lost a very long battle with breast cancer last week.
It was wonderful to see my big family and large number of friends, but I would have gladly put off this reunion for several more years to avoid this sad occasion.
Lori fought the great fight for over nine years with grace and courage. She never bowed to the pain or demands cancer inflicted on her body and mind. She lived her life on her terms and we all watched in awe.
Today our hearts are heavy with her loss, but we are also filled with joy for having known her. Because Lori brought laughter into each room she entered.
She left the world a better place because she spent forty-four years in our midst.
For Lori…
We will miss you but you will never be forgotten.
Thank you for your indulgence as I deviated from my usual subject to honor a wonderful woman.
Oh Jean, I’m so sorry for your loss. What a lovely tribute you have shared here for your beloved niece, Peace be with you, 🙂
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Thank you. She was a wonderful person.
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I am so very sorry and what a beautiful tribute to her life.
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Thank you, she was a wonderful person
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My heart goes out to you, Jean. Cancer is brutal and has this awful tendency leave me feeling so befuddled.
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It’s horrible.
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Hugs and prayers.
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Thanks Chuck!
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So sorry for your loss, Jean.@v@ ❤
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Thank you
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Reblogged this on Viv Drewa – The Owl Lady.
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So sorry for your loss.
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Thank you Don
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You’re welcome
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So, so sorry for your families loss, Jean. Lori sounded like she was a wonderful girl who fought that dreadful disease with courage and laughter may her memory live on in your heart Hugs xxx
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Thank you Carol. Lori was a remarkable woman and will be greatly missed by many.
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Great tribute to Lori, Jean. I’m so sorry for your loss.
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Thank you Kim.
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My condolences to you and your family at this sad time, Jean. Take all the time you need . . . family comes first!
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Thank you Marian. Family first has always been my motto too. Getting back to normal, whatever that is, feels strange.
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I am sad for your loss, may your niece rest in peace. 😦
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Thank you so much.
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We are on the same wave link. Great tribute to Lori, Sis
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As always
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I’m so sorry for your loss. What a blessing to have known such a wonderful, brave woman. Prayers and warm wishes coming your way, Jean. xox
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Thanks Micki.
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Of course, Jean.
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