Thursday, March 08, 2007

At A Loss...

It is with heavy heart that I compose this post today dear readers.

My uncle, my mother's 58 year old younger brother, passed away last night after a brief but devastating illness that claimed his life. This current tragedy has added another gaping hole in the fabric of my family already pockmarked with the losses of both my maternal grandparents, my father and step-father.

I'm sitting here, staring at my computer screen, fingertips perched on keys, wondering what more I can say. Truly, I'm at a loss for words and need some time to process this event.

Give your loved ones a hug for me and cherish every moment.

47 comments:

Ellen Bloom said...

Oh...so sorry, Regina to hear about your uncle. People often say that time heals everything, but that's only partially true. Time never heals how much you'll miss him. Sorry...my sympathies to you and your family.

Anonymous said...

Thinking of you, LL.

Kim Werker said...

Oh, Regina. I'm so, so sorry. My 50-year-old uncle died last year after a similarly short and brutal illness, and I know what it's like to sit dumbstruck in the face of such a tragic loss. After your other recent losses, well, I can imagine your pain. Thinking of you and your family...

Sus said...

I am very sorry for your loss. I send you warm thoughts and wish you and your family peace.

Tifffany said...

Sorry to hear about you and your family's loss :(

Anonymous said...

I am sorry for your loss. My uncle, in his early 50's had a heart attack, but had bypass surgery and was doing well, a month later, he dies of lung cancer. The kicker is that he was a football coach and was NOT a smoker.

Some things are not explainable. I wish you and your family strenght and peace through this.

Pinkwool said...

I am saddened to hear your uncle passed, Regina. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts.

Red Rocket said...

My condolences, truly. I hope that you and your family can some peace in his remembrance.

lisa solomon said...

regina.... so so sorry. big hugs....

Anonymous said...

Oh Regina, I'm so sorry.

JANNIKINZ said...

Take care..Thinking of you and your family.

Stephen said...

I've experienced some big losses in the past handful of years. It sucks. Really. But then, I've put some of those people on my 'board of directors' to talk to, especially when I have big decisions to make... We do what we have to do to survive.

Sending you big hugs and good energy. Do take care.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry! My thoughts goes to you and your family.

Unknown said...

*hugs* No words can express...
you and your family will be in my thoughts hun.

Anonymous said...

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss Regina.

Dawna said...

My thoughts are with you and your family in this sad time... :(

sgeddes said...

I'm be sure to hug everyone tongiht when we are home. We snd our sympathies and warmest thoughts to you and your family.

ax174 said...

I'm so sorry, Regina. I recently lost my dad, quite unexpectedly. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Jennifer said...

I'm so sorry Regina. My husband and I will be thinking of you and your family.

Micky said...

Sending good thoughts your way.

Feral Housewife X said...

Oh, Regina... I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Words seem so paltry at a time like this... please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

African Kelli said...

You are in my thoughts. I am so sorry for your loss!

Anonymous said...

echoing what everyone has said...i'm so sorry regina. we're thinking of you.

.♥.

naomi said...

You have my deepest sympathy..........

Madge said...

Oh, Regina, I'm so sorry for your loss. My good thoughts and healing wishes are with you and your family.

FinnyKnits said...

You and your family are in my thoughts, Lady. I went through the same thing last year and can feel your pain.

Hugs...

MonkeyGurrrrrl said...

I'm sorry for your loss, but admire the relationship you have with your family. I hope the good memories can help you deal.

Anonymous said...

I'm sorry for you loss.

Lindsey said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Much hugs.

Megan said...

I'm so sorry hun..

Pink said...

I am so sorry for your loss, be comforted by your good memories and the knowledge that your uncle isn't suffering any more. Hugs to you...

Anonymous said...

Take care, dear.

Nancy said...

Oh my dear Regina.

I'm so sorry. Losing family is hard, and so many so quickly is gut wrenching.

My condolences to you and your family.

Anonymous said...

Regina, I'm so very sorry.

Jerry & Maxy said...

I am so sorry for your loss, Regina. Thinking of you...

Yeah So said...

So sorry - I hope you are surrounded with lots of love and support during this difficult time.

kate said...

Just found your blog...God bless you, may He comfort you and give you strength. If you have a Bible, try reading the Psalms...

Ellen said...

Sorry for your loss.

Ellen

Pam said...

My thoughts are with you and your family. -Pam

Jimbo said...

Regina, I'm sad to hear of your loss. It's never an easy time loosing someone so near. But if its just a little comforting to know you have friends thinking of you, then know you have many who are, me among them.

Anonymous said...

I'm sorry to hear this, Regina. My thoughts are with you.

Susan Schwake said...

regina, i am so sorry to hear this news. it must be so hard. we are thinking of you here... hugs, susan

Anonymous said...

Dearest Lady L,
Our condolences to you and yours.
May you find peace and comfort as you process thru the loss of your loved ones.
Joy and Savannah

Deneen said...

I am behind a bit-sending good thoughts your way and to your family.

Sally said...

Dear Regina,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It sounds like things have not been easy for you as of late. Know that many people are keeping you in their thoughts, and you are fortunate to have a wonderful husband and daughter that you can lean on in this time of sadness. Hang in there.

Sally

Mandy said...

I'm so sorry, Lady L.

Crafty Andy said...

Hi Regina. Your loss is felt by all. Life continues and in my opinion people never leave. We are made of the stuff stars are made. He is looking at you Babe from one of those stars in the Heavens above.

Cariños and love