Sunday, March 15, 2009

Broken hearted

Four months ago she was playing competitive tennis three times a week, routinely beating opponents 25 years her junior and tiring out Graham with hours-long romps through the parks near our home.

On Christmas Day we admitted her to the hospital because of severe stomach pain that wouldn't go away.

On New Years' Eve we learned cancer cells had been found in her stomach area.

On February 9th she had her first chemotherapy treatment.

Today our hearts are broken.

At 3:30 a.m. this morning Rob's mom, Graham's Oma and one of the people I love and admire more than anyone in the world lost her short battle with cancer and passed away in hospital.

Our hearts are broken.


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104 comments:

  1. AutoSysGeneMarch 15, 2009 at 5:03 PM

    Oh Kelly, I'm so sorry to hear this awful news. I wish I knew the right thing to say but I don't, so I will send along a (((HUG))) and many prayers for you and your family during this difficult time!!

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  2. InTheFastLaneMarch 15, 2009 at 5:20 PM

    I am so sorry. Sending all the hugs I can.

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  3. Jenn @ Juggling LifeMarch 15, 2009 at 5:21 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing the news with us, so we can send good thoughts your way.

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  4. emilyMarch 15, 2009 at 5:25 PM

    I am so sorry. Thoughts and prayers are being sent your way.

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  5. Young MommaMarch 15, 2009 at 5:25 PM

    Oh dear. I normally just lurk your site... but I am so sorry. I lost my mom to a very short battle to cancer as well. I am so sorry. No words can even describe. (((hugs)))

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  6. Alex @ I'm the MomMarch 15, 2009 at 5:26 PM

    Big hugs to you and your family. My prayers are with you.

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  7. MaríaMarch 15, 2009 at 5:35 PM

    I'm so sorry. You guys are in my thoughts.

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  8. Kamis KhlopchykMarch 15, 2009 at 5:38 PM

    So sorry Kelly! My thoughts are with you all.

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  9. A Crafty MomMarch 15, 2009 at 5:43 PM

    I'm so sorry, Kelly. What a sad day. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

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  10. AnonymousMarch 15, 2009 at 5:45 PM

    I'm so sorry Kelly. Your love for her always rang so clearly from the page, and I think I somehow expected a miracle for all of you.

    Take care of yourselves...death is surreal and grief is hard.

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  11. ChelleMarch 15, 2009 at 5:47 PM

    So sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.

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  12. MichelleMarch 15, 2009 at 5:48 PM

    ::tears::
    I'm so sorry. My heart and my condolences go out to you and your family.
    Please let me know if there is anything at all I can do (I'm not that far away...).

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  13. Canadian LawyeristaMarch 15, 2009 at 5:56 PM

    So so sorry for your loss.

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  14. JuliaMarch 15, 2009 at 5:59 PM

    Oh honey ... I'm so sorry. Call me at home if you need anything. I'm off work this week and will be at Canada Blooms but will make myself available should you need anything. I love you guys - xo.

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  15. Vered March 15, 2009 at 6:00 PM

    I'm so sorry.

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  16. ShaunaMarch 15, 2009 at 6:05 PM

    Oh Kelly. I'm so sorry. What a great loss for your family. I'm thinking of you.

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  17. Woman in a WindowMarch 15, 2009 at 6:08 PM

    oh you dear. I'm so sorry for all of you.

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  18. KylaMarch 15, 2009 at 6:27 PM

    I'm so sorry, Kelly!

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  19. Mary LynnMarch 15, 2009 at 6:39 PM

    Kelly, I'm so very sorry for your loss.

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  20. flutterMarch 15, 2009 at 7:09 PM

    may she rest, gorgeous and whole. I am holding you and yours in spirit.

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  21. WendyMarch 15, 2009 at 7:09 PM

    Oh Kelly, I am so very sorry for your loss. Know that we are thinking of you, Rob and sweet Graham during this most difficult time. If I can do anything at all, please know I am here and will.

    Wendy

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  22. Backpacking DadMarch 15, 2009 at 7:35 PM

    May all her roads be downhill to her door.

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  23. Mary@Holy MackerelMarch 15, 2009 at 7:38 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss.

    I've just recently started reading your blog, and love it.

    Take care of yourself...

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  24. Zip n TizzyMarch 15, 2009 at 7:38 PM

    What a blessing Graham will be able to share in the memories of such a wonderful grandmother, but for the moment my heart goes out to you all.

    Hold each other close.

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  25. UnknownMarch 15, 2009 at 7:57 PM

    Hold all the happy memories close to help you get through this sad time. I'll keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

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  26. AnonymousMarch 15, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    I'm so sorry. My thoughts are with you.

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  27. AnonymousMarch 15, 2009 at 8:19 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you...

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  28. KatneyMarch 15, 2009 at 8:19 PM

    I am so sorry, Kelly. I know your pain, I have lost so many to cancer. My prayers are with you.

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  29. AnonymousMarch 15, 2009 at 8:24 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  30. NowheymamaMarch 15, 2009 at 8:26 PM

    I am so, so sorry.

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  31. AutumnMarch 15, 2009 at 8:35 PM

    Oh Kelly, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

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  32. LauraMarch 15, 2009 at 8:40 PM

    Kelly - all my love and sympathies. I am praying for you and your entire family. HUGS.

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  33. LeanneMarch 15, 2009 at 9:08 PM

    Oh girlfriend, I'm so sorry. Hugs and prayers to you and yours. I just wish I could offer more.

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  34. kittenpieMarch 15, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    Kelly, Rob, I'm so sorry. I lost my own grandma quickly to pancreatic cancer a few years back, and it is certainly a hole someone so important leaves, along with the good memories.

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  35. AnonymousMarch 15, 2009 at 9:29 PM

    I'm so sorry, Kelly. Hugs to you and your family. I'll be thinking about you.

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  36. SandraMarch 15, 2009 at 9:37 PM

    So very very sorry. Even if you know it is most likely coming soon, it is always a shock.

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  37. for a different kind of girlMarch 15, 2009 at 9:38 PM

    My heart breaks for you and your family, too. May she forever be celebrated. My prayers to your family.

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  38. RiverPoetMarch 15, 2009 at 9:39 PM

    Kelly, I'm so sorry she is gone. My love and prayers are with your family. I know you will always honor her in your heart and memories.

    Peace - D

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  39. JessMarch 15, 2009 at 9:42 PM

    Kelly - I'm so, so sorry.

    She seemed like an incredible woman.

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  40. metro mamaMarch 15, 2009 at 9:50 PM

    I'm so sorry.

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  41. OHmommyMarch 15, 2009 at 9:52 PM

    SO sorry for your loss. You guys are in my prayers. xoxo Pauline

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  42. TaniaMarch 15, 2009 at 10:03 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.

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  43. AnonymousMarch 15, 2009 at 10:03 PM

    So sorry. Awful.

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  44. motherbumperMarch 15, 2009 at 10:08 PM

    I am so sorry Kelly, so very sorry.

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  45. AnonymousMarch 15, 2009 at 10:53 PM

    I'm so sorry for this...she is in peace now.

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  46. Melisa WellsMarch 15, 2009 at 11:08 PM

    I'm sorry for your loss, Kelly. Sending hugs from Chicago...

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  47. Anti-SupermomMarch 15, 2009 at 11:20 PM

    Kelly,
    I'm so sorry for your lose.

    Healing thoughts.

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  48. LisaMarch 15, 2009 at 11:22 PM

    so, so sorry....what a tough couple of months. praying for you and your family....

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  49. UnknownMarch 15, 2009 at 11:33 PM

    Oh Kelly, I am so VERY sorry. Please know that Rob, you and Graham and all your family are in my prayers. Prayers for peace and healing. I know you will miss her so...

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  50. a kellyMarch 15, 2009 at 11:33 PM

    My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Know that love never dies and you will be able to keep her memory alive.
    But for now...you grieve and celebrate her life

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  51. MandyMarch 15, 2009 at 11:51 PM

    Oh no. I am so, so sorry. I just can't believe it...I just knew she was going to beat this! You and your family are in my prayers. I know she was a HUGE, HUGE blessing to all of you.

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  52. HeatherMarch 15, 2009 at 11:56 PM

    Oh Kelly. That stinks.

    Hold your hubby and Graham extra close. Thinking of you all.

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  53. karengreenersMarch 16, 2009 at 12:01 AM

    Oh, Kelly...
    I'm so very very sorry.

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  54. Mr LadyMarch 16, 2009 at 1:01 AM

    Oh, lord, Kelly. I'm so sorry. My thoughts are with your family.

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  55. I can't find my blogMarch 16, 2009 at 1:09 AM

    So sorry to hear that, Kelly. I'll be praying for your family.

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  56. CindyMarch 16, 2009 at 7:57 AM

    I am so sorry...my thought and prayers are with you and your family.

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  57. mamatulipMarch 16, 2009 at 8:46 AM

    Kelly, I am broken hearted too. My thoughts are with you and your family. Tight hugs.

    xx

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  58. Parent ClubMarch 16, 2009 at 10:02 AM

    Oh Kelly - my thoughts are with you and your family.

    I hope you find strength in each other.

    My deepest condolences.

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  59. b*babblerMarch 16, 2009 at 10:11 AM

    I'm so very sorry. Wishing you, and your family, strength right now.

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  60. Aunt BeckyMarch 16, 2009 at 11:51 AM

    Oh no! I'm so, so, so sorry for the loss for all of you. She sounds like she was such an amazing woman.

    Holding you all close in my heart.

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  61. AnonymousMarch 16, 2009 at 12:43 PM

    I am so sorry for your family's loss . . . for all of you, but especially for Graham. Hugs for you and your family.

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  62. HollyMarch 16, 2009 at 12:45 PM

    infinite hugs & prayers

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  63. AprilMarch 16, 2009 at 1:12 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. All that I can think of to say at times like these is, love never dies.

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  64. Beth CotellMarch 16, 2009 at 1:32 PM

    Oh, Kelly, I am so sorry to hear this. I will be lifting you and your family up in prayer today.

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  65. Gail at LargeMarch 16, 2009 at 1:43 PM

    I'm so sorry to read this, I wished for a miracle. What an enormous loss to your family to lose this lovely woman.

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  66. AnonymousMarch 16, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    Kelly, I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. Wishing you and your family much love and strength in the days ahead.

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  67. MimiMarch 16, 2009 at 2:38 PM

    I'm so sorry. May her Memory be Eternal.
    Hugs and love to you and yours.

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  68. AnonymousMarch 16, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    I really wasn't expecting this. I was so sure that she would get better. I'm so sorry. I'm praying for your family and especially for Graham that his pain is short lived and that his laughter will lift your spirits.
    ((hugs))
    Tiffany

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  69. Bird's Eye View PhotographyMarch 16, 2009 at 3:24 PM

    oh dear. I am so very very sorry for your loss. You & yours are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  70. Mighty Morphin' MamaMarch 16, 2009 at 3:55 PM

    Oh Kelly, Rob and Graham, I am so very sorry. My heart breaks for you. You are all in my heart and prayers.

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  71. AmyMarch 16, 2009 at 4:35 PM

    Oh, Kelly, I am so sorry, I understand. I do. I am just so sad for you. Thinking of you all and prayers for you.

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  72. caramamaMarch 16, 2009 at 4:42 PM

    Oh no! Kelly, I'm so sorry. I know she meant so much to you, Rob and Graham. I am so very sorry for your loss.

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  73. MissMarch 16, 2009 at 4:44 PM

    So sorry for your loss. All of you are in my thoughts.

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  74. RachelMarch 16, 2009 at 5:11 PM

    Kelly, y'all are in my heart and my thoughts and prayers.
    I am so sorry for your loss honey.

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  75. AdriansCrazyLifeMarch 16, 2009 at 5:31 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. I could tell that this was someone you really cared a lot about, so I feel badly for your whole family. Sometimes your in-laws are just as much your family as your birth family and it's so hard when you lose them. Best wishes to your family.

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  76. tracey.becker1@gmail.comMarch 16, 2009 at 5:49 PM

    Oh, Kelly! I am so, so sorry... I know how dear she was to you. I can't imagine Rob's pain, either...

    You have all of my love and hope that your family draws together at this sad time...

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  77. moondivaMarch 16, 2009 at 6:11 PM

    Kelly, Rob and Graham so much love and so many warm thoughts flowing your way. So sorry for your loss. In her memory live your life as fully as she lived hers.

    Deborah

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  78. AnonymousMarch 16, 2009 at 8:05 PM

    Kelly, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm thinking of you and your family.

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  79. mare ad mareMarch 16, 2009 at 8:08 PM

    As the son of a multiple time and ongoing survivor, I am very sorry for your loss.

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  80. AnonymousMarch 16, 2009 at 8:27 PM

    Oh Kelly, I am so sorry to hear this. It is so sad and terrible, but the slight consolation is that it seems that she didn't suffer too long.

    Cancer is an awful disease, with no boundaries. My thoughts are with you and your family.

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  81. MIT MommyMarch 16, 2009 at 11:18 PM

    Sigh. Hugs. Prayers.

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  82. Pregnantly PlumpMarch 16, 2009 at 11:24 PM

    I'm so sorry. Your family will be in my prayers.

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  83. BeckMarch 17, 2009 at 10:09 AM

    Kelly. I am so, so so sorry.
    Praying for your family.

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  84. EllynMarch 17, 2009 at 12:52 PM

    I am so sorry for your family's loss. You are in my prayers.

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  85. Lori Stewart WeidertMarch 17, 2009 at 4:30 PM

    I am so sorry to read this. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  86. MandyMarch 18, 2009 at 12:39 AM

    I'm sorry I'm behind on blog reading. I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family.

    xo
    mandy

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  87. MagpieMarch 18, 2009 at 11:09 AM

    I'm so sorry. Thinking of you.

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  88. MaryMarch 18, 2009 at 11:13 AM

    So sorry for your loss.
    Saying a prayer for your family.

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  89. KellyMarch 18, 2009 at 11:42 AM

    I'm so sorry! Many prayers.

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  90. JanetMarch 18, 2009 at 12:53 PM

    I'm so deeply sorry for you and your family. Hold her close in your heart.

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  91. Cheffie-MomMarch 18, 2009 at 3:32 PM

    I'm so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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  92. JainaMarch 18, 2009 at 6:27 PM

    Oh Kelly, I'm so sorry. Love and prayers coming your way. ::hugs::

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  93. AmyMarch 18, 2009 at 9:58 PM

    I'm so sorry. Your family is in my prayers.

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  94. KellanMarch 18, 2009 at 10:34 PM

    Kelly - I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    Kellan

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  95. DamselflyMarch 18, 2009 at 11:12 PM

    I'm so sorry.

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  96. AnonymousMarch 18, 2009 at 11:22 PM

    Kelly there are no words. My heart hurts for your family. Know that I am thinking of you and sending Hugs Caroline Fenelius-Carpenter

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  97. AnonymousMarch 19, 2009 at 3:48 AM

    My deepest condolences.

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  98. Jane RoperMarch 19, 2009 at 9:19 AM

    So very, very sorry for your loss. She sounds (and looks) like an amazing woman.

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  99. Kelly OMarch 19, 2009 at 12:05 PM

    Oh, Kelly, I'm so very sorry for your loss.

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  100. WhitenoiseMarch 19, 2009 at 4:07 PM

    So sorry, Kelly. The words just don't say it...

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  101. AnonymousMarch 19, 2009 at 5:05 PM

    I am so, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

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  102. Kelli @ writing the wavesMarch 19, 2009 at 11:28 PM

    I'm so sorry, Kelly. I can't even imagine how difficult this must be for all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  103. Karen MEGMarch 20, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    Oh Kelly, I am so, so sorry, hon.

    We've been away, I didn't see this post. Cancer sucks, gawd it sucks...

    My thoughts and prayers are with you, Rob, Graham and your whole family....

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  104. SazMarch 20, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    so sorry for your loss.

    FFF x x (hug)

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