Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: JennieG Date: 25 Mar 11 - 02:53 AM Alison has posted on her facebook page that Mark passed away this morning Oz time. So sorry to hear this, and my thoughts are with Alison, Ryan and Shannon. JennieG
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Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: fat B****rd Date: 20 Mar 11 - 04:04 PM I'm still sending you my best, Alison. Take care. Charlie in Scotland. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Date: 20 Mar 11 - 10:27 AM Just checking in to let you know that I'm with you in spirit today and every day. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Maryrrf Date: 20 Mar 11 - 09:47 AM Alison, many of us know what your family is going through. I lost my father in much the same way - I was 19 and my brother was 14. It was a hard, dark time, full of grief and sorrow. I so wish there was a way to make it easier. My thoughts are with all of you. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Sandra in Sydney Date: 20 Mar 11 - 07:13 AM spaw - palliative care & hospices are well established in Australia |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Alice Date: 20 Mar 11 - 12:22 AM I'm thinking of you and your family, alison. Alice |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: catspaw49 Date: 19 Mar 11 - 10:16 PM Don't know what your Hospice situation is in Oz or how you feel about it, but in the cases I know of around here they have done an excellent job and been a powerful support service. Pat |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: alison Date: 19 Mar 11 - 10:05 PM thank you all so much - your support means so much. as many of you know from personal experience it is wonderful just to know that someone is thinking about you - when you are doing it tough Mark is getting weaker each day - spending more time asleep. the dificult stuff is that life has to keep going on - the kids are in "big" years in school (they are 17 & 15) - but the assignments etc still have to be handed in - and they are under immense pressure - the school knows and is doing what it can. in answer to someones question - the extended family is in Ireland (thank god for skype) - but there are friends and support nurses helping out. I am coping ok at the moment - not sure how I'll go when he gets more difficult to look after - but I'll do as much as I can for as long as I can. but the doubt is there as to "am I going to be able to do this?" and that can be a bit scary at times. I may not post as often as I check in on this thread - but believe me I am checking in, and I thank you all again for the kind words and thoughts slainte alison |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: DougR Date: 19 Mar 11 - 08:29 PM Like Barbara, I just caught up with this thread. So sorry, Alison. DougR |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Catherine Jayne Date: 19 Mar 11 - 04:23 PM Holding you and your family close in our thoughts. Khatt and Paul x |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: LilyFestre Date: 19 Mar 11 - 01:33 PM Love, love, love and more love. And even more love, Michelle |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Dave Swan Date: 19 Mar 11 - 01:09 PM Adding my best thoughts. Dave |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Noreen Date: 19 Mar 11 - 11:46 AM ((((((((Alison)))))))) |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: catspaw49 Date: 19 Mar 11 - 11:42 AM Just a refresh along with my continued best thoughts for an ease to Mark's pain and whatever support we can be for you al ...and Ryan and Shannon. I was in their position myself about 45 years ago and know how rough it can be. Tell them the bad memories seem to pass reasonably soon but the great memories last a lifetime. Pat |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Allan C. Date: 18 Mar 11 - 08:02 AM Alison, I cannot imagine your anguish and that of your family. I am in awe that you have the courage to honor Mark's wishes.Without your professional training, I doubt this would be possible. Without your fortitude, I am sure it wouldn't. You have my deepest respect and admiration. Best thoughts and prayers to all. Allan |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: VirginiaTam Date: 18 Mar 11 - 04:52 AM Do they have extended family in Oz to help them through this tragedy? Any Mudcatters near Alison and family? Friends to do shopping, make meals, clean house, run errands, just sit a spell? They need practical help. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Ebbie Date: 18 Mar 11 - 02:16 AM There really aren't many words, are there. Thinking of you wishing you all peace and strength. Ebbie/Elva B |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: ChanteyLass Date: 17 Mar 11 - 07:39 PM So sorry for the bad news. It must be hard to accept. I will continue to keep you and your family in the Light. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Date: 17 Mar 11 - 06:59 PM Oh, my dear one, I am so sorry that you and Mark have to go through this now. I am holding you in my heart, as we all are, and sending light and love and comfort all the way from this side of the globe. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: ClaireBear Date: 17 Mar 11 - 12:59 PM Alison, I wish I could pack up a big box of comfort and strength for you. Alas, it doesn't ship well... But I do send much love to you, Mark, and the children ... and much sympathy, for later. {{{{you and yours}}}} Claire |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Trevor Date: 17 Mar 11 - 11:56 AM ((((((((((((((((((((((((((o))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Lonesome EJ Date: 17 Mar 11 - 11:49 AM Alison, my very sincerest sympathy for Mark, you, and your family. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: olddude Date: 17 Mar 11 - 11:40 AM You got mine my friend ... and my prayers |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Hrothgar Date: 17 Mar 11 - 08:09 AM Praying for you. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Janie Date: 17 Mar 11 - 06:53 AM I'm so sorry, Alison. May all of you know you are surrounded by the care and concern of many from across the world. Janie |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: bbc Date: 17 Mar 11 - 06:26 AM Alison, I just picked up on this thread. I am so sorry! Cherish this time together & know that you have done what you can. I wish your husband a good ending to a fight well-fought, if that is what must be. Praying for strength & peace for you & your family. always, Barbara |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Lizzie Cornish 1 Date: 17 Mar 11 - 03:54 AM You will be given many moments to treasure, alongside the painful ones. The treasured moments are the ones which will remain and make you all able to think back on this time with love, affection....and..believe it or not, gratitude. I'm so glad Mark made it over to Ireland to see his family, as someone mentioned above...and that he made it home to you and the children too, Alison. I held my Father's hand as he took his last breath, and I realise now how blessed I was to have been given that situation, even though at the time I could never have imagined that to be true. He's surrounded by Love and that will see you all through this sad time. We never truly lose those whom we love. Much love and peace to you all Lizzie x |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: VirginiaTam Date: 17 Mar 11 - 03:27 AM Still here Alison We come from everything, we are part of everything and to everything we will return. Holding you all and wishing you as much peace and as little pain as may be. tam |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Justa Picker Date: 16 Mar 11 - 02:26 PM Alison, I am so very very sorry that you, your husband and family have to deal with this. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: open mike Date: 16 Mar 11 - 01:04 PM Alison, sorry to hear about this, but glad he was able to see family in Ireland while he was able. Also glad he is with his family now. Are you getting help with his care? respite for yourself? hospice? big hugs to you all... |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Den Date: 16 Mar 11 - 12:17 PM Words are never enough at times like this Alison but I've been through a very difficult time myself over the last couple of years so I feel for you. Stay strong for Mark and the kids, its amazing what strength can come from within when we are faced with these trying times and remember allow yourself the time to grieve when you decide you're ready. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: wysiwyg Date: 16 Mar 11 - 10:26 AM Traveling, temporarily back on a puder WITH a keyboard-- much love to you, Mark, kids, family.... please know that you continue in my thoughts and prayers. ~Susan |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: alanabit Date: 16 Mar 11 - 10:15 AM Everyone else has said it. You, Mark and your children are in all of our hearts. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: GUEST,pete from seven stars link Date: 16 Mar 11 - 09:16 AM adding another tearful prayer. i have just posted on other prayer thread the words of numbers 6 v24-26.moses blessing just seems so fitting. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: MMario Date: 16 Mar 11 - 09:05 AM What 'spaw said - and if there is anyone who *KNOWS* that what he says about mudcat is true it is 'spaw. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: GUEST,Morti at work Date: 16 Mar 11 - 08:58 AM I am more sorry than words can say to hear this news, sending out every bit of love and light that I can, to you and the kids on this sad journey. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: GUEST,VaTam Date: 16 Mar 11 - 07:05 AM sorry - last post was from me... |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: GUEST Date: 16 Mar 11 - 06:55 AM Alison My heart is breaking. Slices and shafts of light escaping, pulsing out to the rhythm of my sorrow for you, Mark and the children. Willing that light to cross the miles and offer what peace it can to you all. tam |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: catspaw49 Date: 16 Mar 11 - 04:47 AM Geeziz al......I have no idea what else can be said. I'm so very sorry..................... Try to get all the best you can from what time is left and know how much love for all of you comes from this weird village we have shared for over a dozen years........and we will be here to share our best thoughts, love, and prayers, with you through this time as well. Much Love....... Pat |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: mouldy Date: 16 Mar 11 - 04:26 AM There are no words that I can offer, so I'll just hold all of you in my thoughts. Andrea |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: fat B****rd Date: 16 Mar 11 - 04:21 AM I'm thinking of you and yours, Alison. Verry best regards from Charlie. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Allen in Oz Date: 16 Mar 11 - 03:56 AM Alison At times like this words do not suffice Everyone at Toongabbie Music Club is thinking of you and your family at this time Love AD |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Sandra in Sydney Date: 16 Mar 11 - 02:50 AM sending love to you & Mark & your children sandra |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: JennieG Date: 15 Mar 11 - 11:20 PM Alison, so sorry to hear this - you are in my thoughts, and the kids too. It must be so difficult for them. JennieG |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: GUEST,harpy Date: 15 Mar 11 - 10:50 PM Alison, I am so sorry for Mark , the kids, and you. Please stay strong for everyone and know that your mudcat family is here if you need them some more in the next months. Love and hugs to you from Florida. Abby |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Amos Date: 15 Mar 11 - 10:16 PM Alison: Wishes for strength and insight with you all the day. Come back and tell us, as you can. Prayers for a damn miracle, as well. A |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: GUEST,999 Date: 15 Mar 11 - 09:21 PM I am with Gnu. It is tough and I have no words that would help, but I promise to keep you, Mark and the kids in my thoughts--and I'll pray too if maybe that would help. I'm sorry, Alison. Bruce M |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: wysiwyg Date: 15 Mar 11 - 09:13 PM ***A*** ~S~ Puder bad |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: Dharmabum Date: 15 Mar 11 - 08:22 PM Wishing Mark as much of a painless & peaceful transition as possible. DB. |
Subject: RE: BS: alison needs your good thoughts From: gnu Date: 15 Mar 11 - 07:57 PM Oh dear. My thoughts and prayers are... ah... well... paltry and pathetic. Those words hollow to me at this point. I can only say that I have been through same and it's the worst there is. I wish I could offer more than thoughts and prayers but I can't. I have no words of wisdom to ease the pain. Take care of you and yours as best you can. |