Hi book friends. I’m sorry to say we received some very sad news this past week that my Dad had a bad fall in his cottage in California late overnight into Tuesday and was taken to the hospital. My siblings and I flew to be with him. Unfortunately he was unable to overcome his injuries and passed on Wednesday afternoon. It is a shock and devastating and comes about a year after my mother’s passing. He was a very special person to us and loved dearly by so many who knew him. So I’m going to be taking a bit of a blogging break for a couple weeks while I’m away in California. I would usually do an April Preview now, but I will need to postpone. I wish everyone a peaceful and good reading month and thanks for your kind thoughts.
Oh Susan! I am so very sorry to hear about your dad!!!! How awful. Big ol’ hugs to you.
Thanks Jinjer. I know you went through this as well. It’s tough.
Susan, I am so sad to hear about the sudden passing of your dad.
Thanks Deb. I appreciate your words.
I’m very sorry to hear about your loss. I hope you find peace in troubled times.
Thanks Mae, I appreciate your words.
What terrible news! I am so sorry and send best wishes to you and your family.
Thanks Constance, ugh it is tough. I appreciate your words.
Hi Susan, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad and my condolences to you and I hope that in California you and your siblings can support each other and remember the good times.
Thanks Kathy, good advice. Yes, all the good memories I should focus on. I appreciate your thoughts.
My condolences for you and your siblings. This was a shock and so soon after your mom. I’m so sorry. Hugs to you xo
Thanks Tina, your emails and words have really helped. The passing of both is a hard reality. Still coming to terms with. Thanks.
Susan, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Will keep you and your family in my prayers as you navigate this new time in your life. Take care.
Thanks Kay, I really appreciate your words & thoughts. It is a new time now that I must navigate.
I am so sorry for this sudden loss, Susan. I know you had some good times with your father this last year, and that is good. I am thinking of you and your siblings during this time.
Thanks Tracy, Yes I must think of the times with my father that I got to share with him around Christmastime. I’m so glad we went then. I appreciate your words.
I’m sorry to hear about your father’s loss. It must have been devastating to lose him that way and so soon after your mom. Find comfort in good memories and time with siblings. Take care.
Thanks Carmen. Yes I thought I’d have more time with my Dad after my mom’s loss last year, ugh. But I’m glad we went around Christmastime to visit. I will try to find solace in all the good memories with him. Thanks for your kind words & thoughts!
So sorry, Susan. That is such a shock, especially so soon after the loss of your mother. Take care of yourself. I’ll be thinking of you while you’re away.
Thanks Joy, I appreciate your words. It was a terrible shock, which I’m still trying to come to grips with. But we have so many good memories … I will try to find solace in. Thanks.
I am so sorry to hear about your father. Please take care of yourself.
Thanks Erin, I appreciate your words very much.
So sorry for your loss 🙁 Do what you need to take care of you, of course.
Thanks Becki, I appreciate your words and for stopping by.
I’m so sorry about your dad! What a devastating loss. My dad passed away seven years ago in June, and I still miss him. Sending virtual hugs and very real prayers your way!
Thanks Lark, It’s been really hard. I can see where you still miss your father. I didn’t realize you had such a loss as well. I really appreciate your words & prayers.
Oh my goodness, Susan! That is shocking! I’m so sorry for your loss! My heart goes out to you and your family in this sad time!
Thanks so much Rachel. It’s been very tough. I’m so glad we visited my Dad in December. I appreciate your words.
Oh, I am so sorry to hear about your dad! What a shock. I am glad you’re able to be in SoCal with your brother and family. Sending hugs and love to you.
Thanks Helen, it was a terrible shock. So glad we were there in December. I appreciate your words & thoughts. Many thanks.
Oh I am so sorry for your loss. How devastating to have this happen so close in time to your mother’s passing. Hugs and love from afar.
Thanks Anne, it has been devastating — their passings. My siblings & I have taken comfort in all memories and the words about them we’ve shared. I appreciate your thoughts — thanks!
Oh, Susan. What sad and shocking news! I am so very sorry that your dad was not able to overcome his injuries. I’m glad you were able to fly out there so quickly to be with your siblings. I’m sure it’s especially heartbreaking coming so soon after the loss of your mom. I’ll be thinking of you and your family. Take good care and be gentle with yourself. Love, Lesley
Thanks so much Lesley. It was a terrible shock. And now my folks are gone which is so unreal to me. We are coping and have shared many thoughts & memories about them which has helped. I appreciate your thoughts … really helped getting such words from you & others.
Oh, Susan, what a sad shock. You and your family are in my thoughts… I’m so sorry for your loss.
Thanks JoAnn. It’s been tough. I appreciate your words & thoughts. It’s helpful to hear from you & others.
Sending you condolences and comforting thoughts. How difficult it must be to lose your mother and then your father just a year later.
Thanks Judith, yes their passings a year apart have been very hard. I appreciate your kind words and I’m so glad you have stopped by here. I look forward to visiting your blog and hearing what’s up with you. Thanks much.
I am so sorry to hear about the death of your father. My condolences to you and your family, and may you find peace as you grieve.
Take care–we will be here when you are ready to come back to blogging.
Thanks Jane, so kind of you to say. I appreciate your words. It has been very tough but I’m glad we visited him in December. Still will take much time. Many thanks.
I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you and your family. Take care!
Thanks Stargazer. I’m just now starting to get back on the blog today. I appreciate your words and thoughts. It’s a weird feeling with such loss. Thanks for stopping by.
I am so sorry for the loss of your father, Susan. Sending hugs.
Thanks Wendy, I really appreciate it. What a hard time it was there. We are back now … trying to put one foot in front of the other.