Written for Friday Fictioneers. Greetings, friends. Some of you know, others do not. We had a death in the family last week … my husband’s twin brother passed away on Tuesday. I’ve taken some time off from writing but now I’m ready to return. You may read about our loss here if you are so inclined. Thank you for your thoughts. This is my story today.
It wasn’t in the evening when a calm tide rolls out, nor in the early morning as the glorious sun rises but rather in the middle of the day, just after noon when he crossed the bridge and left us stunned and lost. One minute he was with us …. happy, strong and alive. The next he was gone, in an instant, in the blink of an eye, he crossed the bridge and slipped away. We had no time to prepare, no time to say “Goodbye and fare thee well, brother”. He was just gone, peacefully and silently across the bridge.
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Dear Nancy,
I’m sending heartfelt hugs for your family’s tragic loss. Both pieces you’ve shared are beautifully written.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thank you once again, dear Rochelle. At times like this the words find me and I simply write what is in my heart. I am eternally grateful to have this outlet which helps me grieve and gives me strength.
Your thoughtful words of encouragement and comfort mean so much to me.
Peace, Rochelle.
🩶 🕊️ 🩶
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I’m so sorry for your loss. Your words and the imagery are beautiful.
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Thank you, Angela. It’s unbelievable to us.
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At times life is cruel. I wish it was not so, thinking of you, and those who are no longer in my life
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It is unfair and incredibly sad. I commiserate with you, Michael, over lost loved ones. May we both find peace.
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I’m so sorry for your loss and your husband losing his twin brother. You wrote two beautiful and moving ributes. It’s always too early.
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Thank you, and yes it is always too soon.
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My thoughts are with you both at this most difficult of times.
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Thank you, my dear Keith.
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So sorry for your loss sometimes peaceful and swift with no warning is even harder to cope with 💜💜
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It’s a dreadful shock that has us reeling; still, I believe it’s preferable to a painful, drawn out illness that takes its toll on everyone.
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God bless you all 💜
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Thanks, luv. We’ll be ok. 🙏🏼
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Even if you know it’s coming, it still feels like a surprise. Sincere condolences, Nancy and your husband. You picked a perfect song to mourn by. {{{HUGS}}}
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Thank you, Lisa. It’s been a very rough time.
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Condolences to you and your husband…
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Thank you, John.
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My commiserations for your family’s loss Nancy.
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Thank you, Matt.
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A very moving story, beautifully penned. I’m so sorry for your loss!
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Thank you, Brenda; I appreciate your kind words. It’s been a sad time for us.
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Dear Nancy, this is so very beautiful. 🥲🙏🏻💞
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me today, Michele. They are much appreciated. ♡
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Good to see you back, and you’ve done it beautifully with this reminiscence.
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Thank you, dear Clive, for your thoughtful and very kind words. ♡
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This is beautiful and for those of us who have recently suffered such a loss – brings me to tears. Today would have been our 34th wedding anniversary. Thank you for this, on this day.
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You must be feeling so many different emotions today, Grace. I remember when your husband passed away. Life is so unbearably difficult at times.
Thank you for sharing your special thoughts today. 🩶 🕊️
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Nice words. A lovely tribute.
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Thank you, Glyn.
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A lovely tribute
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Thank you, Neil.
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this was beautiful. One never know how or when death will come, only that it will come. My condolences to your family.
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Thank you so much.
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poignant
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Thank you.
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A beautiful ode to your brother-in-law and yes, not for the survivors left behind, but for the one leaving, this is the best way.
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When will it stop feeling so unreal, I wonder? We are going about our daily routine, every now and then stopping to pause and think of Jim. It’s just unbelievable, Dale. So surreal.
Thank you for your thoughts today, my friend. ♡
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I think it will take a long time, my friend. It was so sudden and that doesn’t prepare you. Mick’s heart attack came out of nowhere and they put him in a coma for ten days but realised that no, we had to let him go. That ten days was not enough to wrap our heads around, but it was something.
Sending more good ones to Bill and the rest of your family. 💞
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I guess this is the death we all hope for, no lingering, no pain. It is the best possible, but the biggest shock for those left behind.
My heart is with your family my dear friend.
💕❤️💕
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You have described so beautifully what is in my heart.
Thank you so much for your love, comfort and support this week, D. You’re a dear friend to me. ♡
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Holding you in my heart!
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That’s a good place to be, my friend. ❤︎
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A heartfelt write on a sad and painful loss.
I think it can be very peaceful that way. Lovely … 🤗 ❤️ 🙏🏻
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As shocking as it is, I agree this is the best way to go. We don’t believe my brother-in-law felt any terrible pain; he just softly slid away. And he looked so peaceful.
Thank you, Isadora.
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I personally would want to go like this too.
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As would I. It is a terrible shock but still slightly better than a lingering illness that can be unbearably difficult and draining for everyone. Thank you, Sadje.
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It’s way better than a prolonged illness that makes a person feel helpless and dependent on others.
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So very lovely.
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Thank you, Vee. I find I’m writing more for my husband these days than for anyone else, giving him something that will bring him peace and calm.
You’ve been a real source of comfort to me. 🙏🏼
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I think it’s wonderful that you’ve been inspired to write for Bill–it’s a way to honor both brothers. I’m glad to have been some comfort, Nancy.
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Thank you, Vee. ♡
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You’re most welcome always.
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