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Saturday
13Jun2009

Sad News

I am putting this blog on hold for a little while as last night Mum died. It was not unexpected as Mum had been very ill for 5 years and bed ridden for 2. Unlike many, however she retained her wits and sense of humour to the end. 

I will return to blogging after the funeral and when things settle. Give me a week or two and things will return to normal.

Classes will go on and I will be in the forums to answer questions with the exception of the day of the funeral. 

I will be quiet on Stitching Fingers too, approving new members but that is about it.

For those doing the stitch explorer challenge June is a catch up month. So if you are behind this is the time to fix that.

Added Later:

Thanks to all who have posted a comment. It is appreciated 

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Reader Comments (143)

My sympathy goes out to you and your family. I lost my mother in October, also after a long illness. I miss her every day.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterCindy B

My sympathy to you and your family for your loss. May you take comfort the memories you can share.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterDonna

Sharon,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
With sympathy,
Jeanne

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterJeanne

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time... Sharon - Melbourne

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterSharon

So sorry to hear this, Sharon. Take it easy with yourself. You're in my thoughts.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterLaurie Brown

Sharon,
I am so sorry for your loss. Know that your friends around the world are thinking of you and sending love.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterNita

Sharon,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I know it is a difficult time. Many thought and prayers for you and your family!

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterThelma Bradshaw

So sorry about your Mum Sharon.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterMary Anne

Sharon,
I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Take care

Karen

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterKaren Young

My deepest sympathies go to you and your family. Losing a loved one is never easy, even if it is expected.

Good thoughts and energies coming your way.
Blessings - Tammy

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterTammy

Oh, Sharon, I am so sorry. We lost great gramma over a year and a half ago and it still hurts, especially for my mom. I'll be thinking of you and I hope you have some good opportunities to remember happier times in the coming weeks.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterVirginia Burnett

My condolences. Even when you know it is going to happen, it is still a shock. Prayers and hugs to all your family.
Kate

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterKate Roland

I am sorry to read about your Mum. Blessings and Peace to you as these weeks go by.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterCathy Arnett

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Whether expected or not the loss of a loved one is a blow.
My best wishes to you and your family.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterKathleenC

It's GENERALLY very difficult to left comments on an "english speaking blog" as far as i'm french speaking. It's always very difficult to share with someone when one of our relatives has gone ... so I'll only say that I stand by you during those sad days.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterBricoles Textiles

Sharon
I am so sorry to learn about your loss. Prayers and condolences to you and your family.
anitha

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered Commenteranitha

I am so very sorry to hear about your mum. Thinking of you and your family at this time. All the very best

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterJane

Dear Sharon:
My condolences to you and your family in the loss of your Mother. May warm memories sustain you during this sad time and I wish you peace and comfort in the days ahead.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterLéonie

Sincere condolences Sharon.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterSue McB

Hi Sharon,

So sorry to hear at your loss. My deep condolences to you and the family..
Lakshmi

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered Commenterlakshmi sadala

HI Sharon,
So sorry to hear at your loss. My deeo condolences to you and the family....

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered Commenterlakshmi sadala

I am so sorry Sharon -please take comfort knowing that there are many people world wide who are here to comfort you at this sad time.
Big hugs
Doreen G

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterDoreen G

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. To feel the pain, you have known great love. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterCheryl

I am sorry to hear this Sharon... :( I send you a big hugh and strength to cope with the sadness of this moment in your life.
Love

marta

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterMarta

Sharon,
So sorry to hear this *big hugs*
Mandie

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterMandie

Wishing you and your family strength and peace in this time.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterKaroda

Thinking of You, and Love to you all

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterLinda @ Chloe

My deepest condolences Sharon. Even when you know it is going to happen, it is still a shock. Will be thinking of you and your family at this sad time.
Arlene

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterArlene White

my thoughts are with you. my father died a couple of months ago - so i can feel your sadness ...

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered Commenterlheurebleue

My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am so sorry to hear this.

Take all the time you need. We are here.

Vera from Switzerland

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered Commentervera

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I know, loosing parents is always a shock, no matter what the circumstances. I wish you find the time and peace you need now for yourself, and to be there for one another in the family. Love to you and yours!

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterTenar

Sharon, I'm so sorry! No matter how 'prepared' one is, it still comes as a great shock. I hope everything goes smoothly and look forward to 'seeing' you soon.

Love, E=)

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterElizabeth Braun

so sorry for your loss.
sending over hugs

neki desu

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered Commenterneki rivera

My condolences to you and your family at this difficult time, I lost my Mum some 30 years ago and still miss her.

Terry

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterTerry Whitworth

Heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Take strength from knowing your many friends worldwide are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterLinda Piper

What else can I say at this sad time for you but that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterSusan D

I am so sorry for your loss.
Grace and peace,
Dawn

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterDawn

heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the great loss-your Mother.A Mother can never be replaced.My Prayers andthoughts are with you

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterAnsu Chennai India

So sorry! Hugs across the miles.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterPhyllis J

I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. Take care of yourself. I'll look forward to when you will be back.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered Commentermimi k

It is so sad, I am sorry for you and your family.
Take time.
Cheers

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered Commentercoeur de freesia

So sorry about your Mom. I am dreading my turn when it comes. Mom and I have been best friends all my life, so know how you feel and will be keeping you in my prayers.

June 13, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterBarb

My heart hurts so for you! I am so sorry for your loss. My dad passed away in 1995 of lung cancer, it came on quick...but the end was very sorrowful to watch. I believe he was ready to go...but we are never ready to lose them. Please be comforted in your memories and by your friend's love. Kathy

June 14, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterKathy Shaw

I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. You have my sympathy.

June 14, 2009 | Unregistered Commenterdawn

So sorry to hear of your sad loss, condolences to you and your family

June 14, 2009 | Unregistered Commentercarol

I am so sorry and I do know the feeling of lose that comes from losing your Mother. I cared for mine and she was such a joy and it was such a rewarding experience right up to the end. She had, as did your Mum, a wonderful sence of humor and made the caregiving so much easier.
I want to leave you with this thought.

(Death leave a heartache that nothing can heal,
but LOVE leaves a memory that no one can steal.)

My heart goes out to you and your family. God be with you and your dear Mum.
Jan

June 14, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterJan MacKay

Sharon,

You are in my thoughts and prayers. No matter how long a parent has been in failing health, it is always hard to lose him or her. Wishing you peace and strength in this time.

June 14, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterJan

baruch dayan haemet.

I'm so sorry for your loss.

June 14, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterKetizirah

Thinking of you - and will say a prayer -

June 14, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterKim

My heartfelt sympathies for you, May God give you the strength during this tough period.

June 14, 2009 | Unregistered Commenterchitra gangadharan

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