…a celebration of a life.
Most of you probably already know, Carolyn’s mom passed away yesterday afternoon. It was very quiet, very peaceful…she was ready and so were the family.
Carolyn’s parents, Lois and Basil, were both wonderful individuals. I loved them both dearly. They were private folk, as is Carolyn, but I sure they’re happy knowing Carolyn has so many good, supportive thoughts flowing her direction.
I’m also certain those who were here last weekend for Shejicon realize now why CJ seemed a bit distracted at times. We knew this was coming and never knew, until Kim and Tracey left on Sunday night, whether that Call would come in the middle of the festivities. I’m very grateful that we had that gloriously full weekend right when we did. And Lois, with typical planning flair, waited until it was over to step on that bus she’d been waiting for.
Have fun taking care of those chickens, Lois! And say “Hi,” to Basil and give my folks a hug for me, OK?
Ja ne!
We are all so very sorry to hear this. It is so hard. Carolyn is in our thoughts and prayers.
Jane, Betty was on Facebook this am, so I IMd her the news.
Thanks. I’ve GOT to call her. I’m a rotten correspondant. there just aren’t enough hours in the day. I’ve got three updates to do on the LCFSC site.
Very sad news. CJ’s so lucky she has you to support her during this time. Even though you know it’s coming, it’s still a shock to the system.
As I was to have her back in 2002-3 when I lost both of my parents within a few months.
It is hard, but we’re both lucky to have such a great support system in general. OSG came over yesterday pretty much right when we called to tell her the news. And you’re right, no matter how prepared, the loss of a parent is just…different. I don’t know how much she’ll be online in the next few days, but I’ll just say it for borh of us:
Thanks to everyone.
So very sad to hear this, for both of you…My husband and I have only one grandparent left between us, and as long as she is here, it’s like still having a connection to all the others. I know that when she is gone, I’ll cry for all of them all over again. Sending warm thoughts to everyone who loved Lois.
I have sent my condolences to Carolyn on her own blog, but will also send them here. I can’t imagine having lost a parent. My parents are my teachers, have been every day. Mom gave me one of the greatest gifts of all, she taught me how to read at 3 years old. Dad taught me how to be a responsible person. I just lost my brother last Wednesday, this is the second brother I have lost, both of them younger than I.
My thoughts and condolences go out to Carolyn and my thanks to Jane and all of Carolyn’s friends for their support.
P.S. I would like to thank OSG, Jane, and CJ for the wonderful card of condolences they sent my family. It was signed the day before Carolyn’s mother passed away. Again, I am truly sorry for her loss.
Condolences Jane, I made them on CJ’s site too. She sounded like a really cool lady. I haven’t lsot any parents yet, but my dad is 84 so its only a matter of time, he has had a good life and is still in good health, but I know it will suck when he goes, he’s been my hero for a long time.
I hope you both have some good fortune coming your way soon. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.