Late this morning, Tim’s brother died here at our home, where he had come to live out his last days with terminal bladder cancer. He was only 53, and he struggled to live fully until the bitter end. We feel blessed by all the family who have come at various times to help us through this sad chapter in our lives. Fran and Josh were here at the end, and we are all relieved that Toby has been released from his suffering.
Our life is a faint tracing on the surface of mystery.
~ Annie Dillard
(Pilgrim at Tinker Creek)
Sending you love in this difficult time.
Your home was a real comfort to Toby. What a wonderful gift to have given him.
Thank you, Janet, for all the times you helped me take a break and for coming to Toby’s early last Christmas with your gang. He really seemed to be enjoying the festivities…
Farewell to Toby.
Words seem so inadequate at times like these, but know that my heart is with you and Tim at this sad time. xxx
Thank you, Joanne. It means a lot to us to know so many people cared. It was a long hard road for all of us to travel, and I suspect it will take us a good while to recover from this sadness. It still feels surreal… *hugs*
I’m so sorry for your loss. Hugs.
Thank you, dear Val… *hugs*
Barbara – I, too, am sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and Tim.
Thank you, Laurie. We’ve been through quite a storm and now it’s time to get our sea legs again.
Blessings to you and your family, Barbara. Our thoughts and prayers are with you…
Thank you, Kathy. It’s wonderful to feel supported by all the blessings coming our way.
Sending a virtual hug and sympathy your way. The Annie Dillard quote is lovely and inspirational.
Thank you, Sybil. Happy you liked the Annie Dillard quote – it seemed appropriate to Toby somehow.
My dear Barbara,
Very sad to hear the news about your brother-in-law. My sincere condolences to all of you, especially Tim.
I also like the Annie Dillard quote.
((hugs))
rosie
Dearest Rosie, thank you for your condolences and kind words. Even when we expect someone to die it still comes as a shock when it finally happens. We did the best we could for him, and hope he will find the next leg of his journey more peaceful… *hugs*
I am so sorry for your loss, Barbara. Love & peace to you and your family.
Lovely, inspirational quote. Thank you for that.
Thank you, Robin, and I’m glad you liked the quote, too. Life here has been disrupted for some time now, and things will never be the same, but we’re looking forward to a peaceful new “normal” when the dust finally settles.
Oh, I’m so sorry to hear this news. Blessings to your family.
Hugs from Ecuador,
Kathy
Thank you, Kathy. It’s so very wonderful to receive blessings and hugs all the way from Ecuador!
Embracing you and your family with heartfelt blessings and healing energy!
Thank you so much, Jeff! Thank you over and over again for your precious gifts of healing energy!
Going backwards to catch up your posts, Barbara. Had gathered from reading further on that your brother-in-law, Toby, had passed on and want to express my heartfelt condolences to you and your husband. Sending healing for you both to find that ‘new normal’ and a more soothing year ahead. Lots of love and hugs. XO
Thank you so much, Diane. It’s a mystery the twists and turns our life’s journey takes us through – here we are now, nine months later, expecting a new granddaughter any minute!