After birth we have one guarantee: death. And still it is painful and often times shocking when, within our circle, someone departs physically, leaving behind memories held together by heartfelt emotions and feelings of love. Even though you have had 60+ years living alongside your brother, it's never enough. Your heart is in pain, so I wish you healing; you will always have joy in your heart thinking about him.
Oh no Elizabeth. This is so shocking and sad. I wish I could give you a hug. Your brother sounded so awesome. I know the area he lived in ( we had a second home in NH) and the people there are just the salt of the earth. He sounded so giving and lovely. Much love to you and your family.
Oh Betsy, my heart goes out to you, big-time. Sending so much love, empathy and heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Take good care of yourself. Lovelovelove.
Betsy, I often hoard your letters to read in a quiet moment when I can give my full attention to them. I’m so sorry I did that with this one, as we’ve been in conversation since and I had no idea you were going through this 🤦♀️ I’m so, so sorry to hear about your brother’s passing. I will be thinking of you and your family.
I can’t imagine the pain you are feeling. While I don’t comment often on social media, I do read your posts and think of you and Ed often. I am so so sorry for your loss. Paula
I am so sorry for your loss and your sorrow, Betsy. May you find comfort in family, your memories, and the love that surrounds you. My prayers for your healing and peace.
I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. Let your memories of him and your lives together comfort you during this time where the pain seems unbearable. {{Hugs}}
Dear Elizabeth, my sincerest heartfelt condolences for the loss of your brother. I can't say I know what that feels like for you. Because your brother is unique, you are unique, and so is your relationship.
The only place I can speak from is the overwhelming experience of grief and disbelief and shock I felt when my youngest brother died. We were a gang of five too. Four brothers and me.
From what I read between your lines I know, your brother will always be with you. The pain may never go away, but the bond will never be broken 💕🙏
Oh Betsy I'm catching up on newsletters and seeing this for the first time. I'm so sorry for your loss. You will be surrounded by love, no doubt, with your big wonderful family. Grief is inevitable, I suppose - I hope yours is bearable. 💚
After birth we have one guarantee: death. And still it is painful and often times shocking when, within our circle, someone departs physically, leaving behind memories held together by heartfelt emotions and feelings of love. Even though you have had 60+ years living alongside your brother, it's never enough. Your heart is in pain, so I wish you healing; you will always have joy in your heart thinking about him.
So sorry for your loss, Betsy. Take all the time you need to be with your family. We’ll be here when you get back.
Betsy: A piece of my heart travels home with you. With my love.
Hug your Mom for me.
Thank you for sharing those precious pictures!
Oh no Elizabeth. This is so shocking and sad. I wish I could give you a hug. Your brother sounded so awesome. I know the area he lived in ( we had a second home in NH) and the people there are just the salt of the earth. He sounded so giving and lovely. Much love to you and your family.
Oh Betsy, I am so so sad to hear this. My thoughts will be with you and your family—xxx
I have no words either. I hope you remember to breathe and wallow in the blessings of your memories.
Oh Betsy, my heart goes out to you, big-time. Sending so much love, empathy and heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Take good care of yourself. Lovelovelove.
Betsy, I often hoard your letters to read in a quiet moment when I can give my full attention to them. I’m so sorry I did that with this one, as we’ve been in conversation since and I had no idea you were going through this 🤦♀️ I’m so, so sorry to hear about your brother’s passing. I will be thinking of you and your family.
Oh Betsy, I’m so sorry to read this. Safe travels and much love to you and your family.
Betsy,
I can’t imagine the pain you are feeling. While I don’t comment often on social media, I do read your posts and think of you and Ed often. I am so so sorry for your loss. Paula
I am so sorry for your loss and your sorrow, Betsy. May you find comfort in family, your memories, and the love that surrounds you. My prayers for your healing and peace.
I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. Let your memories of him and your lives together comfort you during this time where the pain seems unbearable. {{Hugs}}
Dear Elizabeth, my sincerest heartfelt condolences for the loss of your brother. I can't say I know what that feels like for you. Because your brother is unique, you are unique, and so is your relationship.
The only place I can speak from is the overwhelming experience of grief and disbelief and shock I felt when my youngest brother died. We were a gang of five too. Four brothers and me.
From what I read between your lines I know, your brother will always be with you. The pain may never go away, but the bond will never be broken 💕🙏
I am so sorry for your loss of your brother. Thank you for sharing this.
Oh Betsy I'm catching up on newsletters and seeing this for the first time. I'm so sorry for your loss. You will be surrounded by love, no doubt, with your big wonderful family. Grief is inevitable, I suppose - I hope yours is bearable. 💚
So sad to hear about your brothers passing, Betsy. Hope you and your family find healing during this difficult time.