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09/24/2005 10:32:23 PM · #26 |
I know my words don't mean much in the long run, but I lost my mother eight years ago. I think that if I would have talked about it then, I wouldn't feel so bad about it now. So by talking about it this openly with a community your wife was a part of, I think you are stronger than I was, and that you are doing a favour towards yourself and your wife.
Here's a cyber *hug* for you, in lack of a physical one.
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09/24/2005 10:35:00 PM · #27 |
Originally posted by buzzrock:
Grown Men Do Cry--
I just did reading your post, I'm so sorry for your loss, I hope that you will stay with the DPC community, my thoughts and prayers are with you.. |
heh. I guess I didn't want to be the first to say that. I've been tearing up since I first read this an hour ago.
Could one of the SC's put up an honorable mention or something? Maybe a pink ribbon? |
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09/24/2005 10:42:45 PM · #28 |
What a beautiful young lady whe was.
My thoughts go out to you, your family and friends. |
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09/24/2005 11:13:57 PM · #29 |
Diane and I met at a low point in both our lives, both from failed young marriages.
She was sitting on a bar stool at my local Karioki bar, in the most outrageous clothes imaginable, she was a mature student at university, and had arranged to meet fellow students at the bar.
She waited hours for someone to turn up, as it turned out, she had been waiting for me.
That was 14 years ago, we were inseparable ever since.
She inspired, befriended and helped all she came across, the count at the funeral was over 90 people, we have only been in New Zealand for 14 months, typical of how she affected everyone she met.
Her father died of cancer in 98, her brother in 99, and her mother in 2001, we participated in a modern greek tragedy, no one should have to bear such misfortune.
She chose the music for her funeral.
1 Mr Blue sky, ELO.
2 Evergreen, Streisand. (Diane could move me to tears singing this).
3 Always look on the bright side, Eric Idle, (monty Python)
Even living with it for so long,taking each day or hour at a time, the thought of failure gets pushed so far away, that even on her last day,It never once crossed my mind that she would go.
I still can't believe she isn't going to be walking in the door.
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09/24/2005 11:25:35 PM · #30 |
| This is a truly a heartbreaking story and at the same time such a wonderful tribute to love. Thank you for sharing her life with us. I wish you and your children comfort. |
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09/24/2005 11:41:21 PM · #31 |
If images are a window to our soul Diane is in a fine place. Her work was beautiful and inspiring. She leaves behind a beautiful family to which my prayers go out to in your time of loss. Such a loss. Your tribute to your wife is beautiful and touching I will be remembering your family in my prayers.
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09/24/2005 11:53:55 PM · #32 |
I am so sorry for your loss Chris
you written a wonderful tribute to her
my thoughts are with you and your family |
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09/24/2005 11:59:09 PM · #33 |
| im so sad to hear of your great loss Chris.. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family... |
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09/25/2005 12:05:01 AM · #34 |
Your wife was beautiful on the outside, and through your words I believe she was beautiful on the inside. She lives on and will continue to bless your lives throughout your days. My heart grieves for your loss and my prayers are with you. May you find comfort.
Becky Tesch
Salt Lake City, Utah USA |
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09/25/2005 01:14:30 AM · #35 |
| I'm so sorry to here of this unbelievable loss but also feel through your post the love you and Diane shared. She sounds like such a lovely person. |
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09/25/2005 01:17:58 AM · #36 |
beautiful tribute
my condolences and love to you and your son. |
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09/25/2005 01:22:09 AM · #37 |
Very sorry for your loss. May you and your family be granted the strength to get through this very sad time.
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09/25/2005 01:24:48 AM · #38 |
My deepest condolences, Chris. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Paul
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09/25/2005 01:35:29 AM · #39 |
A loss for you and your family and all her friends here and elsewhere. My all the blessing you need be poured out in abundance at this time. This is what helps all of us to re-think and remember the great joys in all of our lives that are but a moment in time. Thanks for sharing her life with us.
Don
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09/25/2005 02:07:47 AM · #40 |
Why did I feel such personal, overwhelming sadness as I read this thread?? I did not know her. I was familiar with her username on DPC, but I don't remember directly interacting with her. She was 43 years young, my wife's age. She was one of us and after reading Chris' words, I see that she was much more than most of us. I'm left thinking that if I am feeling this amount of sadness, I can't imagine - and couldn't bear to - how much grief Chris and the family are going through.
Strange as it sounds, Chris, the enormity of your loss is felt across the globe. Tears and prayers are all I have to offer. God bless.
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09/25/2005 02:08:56 AM · #41 |
| I feel your pain and I cry for you. may God Himself touch your family in these times. I dedicate my entry to the 'cards challenge' to you. |
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09/25/2005 02:15:12 AM · #42 |
Very sad news Chris, my condolences to you and your family.
Paul.
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09/25/2005 02:16:54 AM · #43 |
(((hugs)))) I am so sorry to hear of your loss Chris. Your tribute gives us a glimpse into the wonderful, strong, brave, funny lady Diane was, a very special friend. My thoughts and love are with you, your family and friends.
Sue
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09/25/2005 02:48:39 AM · #44 |
Chris - you and your family are in my thoughts- Diane will be with you always
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09/25/2005 02:50:35 AM · #45 |
Amazing how music affects the soul.
As I sat here at home, reading the rest of the replies, Enya's Shepard Moons was playing and set the stage to have this tragic loss really hit deep. Some moments in our lives take up permanent residence.
This is one.
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09/25/2005 06:38:53 AM · #46 |
Chris, my heart goes out to you at this difficult time.
You will have the wonderful memory of this courageous woman to carry with you from now on. |
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09/25/2005 06:53:17 AM · #47 |
| My deepest sympathies for your loss. Only good thoughts and prayers for you and your family. |
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09/25/2005 07:02:41 AM · #48 |
Sorry to hear about your loss chris...
My heart is with you and your family from the other side of the world..
hope youll know only good from now and Diane will get the best place on heaven..
Eldad, Israel.
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09/25/2005 07:11:57 AM · #49 |
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09/25/2005 07:14:24 AM · #50 |
My tears are falling, for you, for Ryan, for all who knew and loved Diane, and for Diane that she will miss so much in the future that she should have enjoyed.
Life is not fair but weren't you lucky to have met her, loved her, been loved by her and shared so much together?
Hugs from across the world.
Pauline
Yorkshire,UK
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