An Explanation
We all deal with our own personal stuff every day and for the very largest part I try to keep it out of this blog and spare you the details. But you’re a good bunch who stop by here so I wanted to explain that the reason I haven’t posted anything in a week is because of a death in the family - it was someone way too young and things are a little messed up right now.
If you’re anything like me, and in many ways, god I hope you’re not, you’ll understand why I think that my usual tuppenceworth of opinion served up with a side of gags should stay off the menu for a bit.
I can’t tell you the amount of times I have rewritten this post and then deleted it over the last few days because it came out too sentimental or sanctimonious in light of other people’s suffering.
Out of respect for my family, some of whom read this, it’s not my place to say anything more apart from stand strong, stand tall and stand by.
September 19th, 2006 at 5:05 am
Hi Cliff,
Thanks for your lovely card. It is nice to know that you and Mrs J are thinking of us all at this hard time.
It is 5am on the morning of the funeral and I just can not sleep…
Listening to Jack Johnson:
new life makes losing life easier to understand , I can not wait to bring new life into this world despite the inevitable risk of pain that comes with it.
Your father is a wonderful man.
x
September 19th, 2006 at 8:33 am
All best wishes, Cliff.
September 19th, 2006 at 10:47 am
As someone who is still dealing with the consequences of a similar tragedy earlier in the year, I hear you loud and clear. My sympathies.
September 19th, 2006 at 12:09 pm
Best wishes and deepest sympathies.
Peace,
Bill
September 19th, 2006 at 4:43 pm
You have my condolences. Best wishes for your family in this difficult time.
September 19th, 2006 at 4:44 pm
Sorry to hear it, Cliff. All the best.
September 19th, 2006 at 5:49 pm
Do what you feel is right, my friend. Condolences to all. Thoughts and prayers as well.
September 19th, 2006 at 9:27 pm
May you all find peace - of mind, body and soul. Your love for each other will keep you strong.
September 20th, 2006 at 7:55 am
I’m sorry to hear your news, Cliff.
Best wishes from me.
September 20th, 2006 at 11:40 am
Sorry to hear your sad news. Much light and love to you and your family.
September 20th, 2006 at 4:08 pm
{{{hugs}}}
September 20th, 2006 at 7:08 pm
Sorry to hear your news. Best wishes to you and your family.
September 20th, 2006 at 10:35 pm
Massive respect, fella.
Give us a shout when you want some knob gags.
Me x
September 21st, 2006 at 1:49 am
Or some Eurythmics records, I bet.
September 21st, 2006 at 6:09 pm
Kia kaha and best wishes
September 22nd, 2006 at 12:50 pm
So sorry Cliff x
September 23rd, 2006 at 12:01 am
Condolences, and long life to all of you - as we Red Sea Pedestrians like to say.