For the words you have written. For every “Sorry” you have spoken. For the hugs you have given—virtual or physical.
Thank you for being exactly the kind of online community I’ve grown to connect with and love for so many years. I have read each one of your comments more than once and I can’t begin to tell you how much they mean to me. JQ is reading them. My mom is reading them. My dad is probably reading them. My loss is their loss and heartache. I imagine your words are also helping them heal.
Thank you.
For the card. For the email. For the book. For the meal. For the message left on my office voice mail after watching me completely not keep it together in front of the class, thank you. It was sweet and awkward. It made me cry. All of it has made me cry.
Thank you for calling me strong. Courageous. Admirable.
Those words are very powerful and I’m not sure how deserving I am of them. But thank you.
Thank you for every kind gesture you have made over the last week. They mean more than you know.
Thank YOU for being the incredible woman you are.
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:10 am
Right back at ya doll.
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You are deserving of everything you receive!
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:10 am
The good and the bad?
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Will Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 1:16 pm
NO! I bit myself a few times after posting this having realized the meaning I meant to convey and the wording didn’t match up. Which is why I posted the second comment.
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All the beauty in your life is from the love that you create and share.
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:10 am
Thanks Will. I’m still learning that.
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No problem, Pixie. You deserve it ’cause you rock.
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:11 am
I just want to hug all of you. Maybe nuzzle into your bosoms a little.
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naynayfazz Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 11:42 am
If you come to NY in August, I will happily let you nuzzle in my bosom. lol!
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 11:44 am
Get those ladies ready because I AM coming to NY in August.
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naynayfazz Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 11:55 am
Wow, Betsy and Irma haven’t gotten this excited since middle school!
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thank you for your words. my hope is that in time they help you heal as well as help others who endure similar heartache and loss. you are powerful, pixie.
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:12 am
Thank you for being you and for being so supportive through all of this. Your kindness and caring has not gone unnoticed.
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You are a strong woman and I’m sending you good energy
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:12 am
Thank you Barb. I’m soaking all that energy up too.
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I ALSO WANT TO SAY THANKS TO ALL YOU PEOPLE FOR ALL THE KIND WORDS AND PRAYERS FOR MY LITTLE GIRL. YES I READ EVERY WORD SHE AND YOU WRITE,SHE IS A WONDERFUL LADY AND SHE MAKES VERY PROUD TO BE HER DAD. SO JUST WANT TO SAY THANKS ALOT. LOVE YA BABY DAD.
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:13 am
Love you too Dad. Can’t wait to see you guys.
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pixie I think of you every day sending good vibes ur way hoping it gives u strength to get through the day…many hugs.
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:13 am
One of these days I’m going to cash in on all those hugs in person.
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you’re welcome. We all know you’ll do the same for us in our hour of need.
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:27 am
Absolutely.
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Holly, You deserve 12,582 high-fives for how awesome you are (seriously, I calculated it). And we will all have your back when you’re ready to show this crazy thing called life, who’s boss.
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:28 am
Thanks. Although, I’d like to know more about this formula you used to calculate that number.
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This post makes me cry a little, because of how much I can sense your gratitude. You’re a beautiful, strong, brave woman and I have you in my thoughts every day.
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:29 am
Aww, thanks. Many, many, many thanks.
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I’ve only met you once in person but have read hundreds of tweets, dozens of facebook posts and lots of blog posts, but I was blown away by how honest you were with all that occured. Given your writing skills and your experience you seem like a great candidate to help others by writing a book. (or pamphlet? Thomas Paine wrote pamphlets) Or maybe a new blog devoted to helping others?
Anyway, be strong and good luck!
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:31 am
Wow Craig. Those are incredibly generous words. I’ve never really thought my writing skills were strong enough to be published. The mere suggestion of it is mind boggling.
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Hi, HP. I’ve known you since 6th grade and now find myself following your heartrending journey of confusion, fear, realization and grief. Years ago, I lost two babies, and I chose to be very private about it. For me, that is what worked. Aside from my husband, I never even told my family about one. Seeing your situation chronicled and witnessing the incredible love and support you’ve received has been a kind of therapy for me. It’s been a time to reflect, remember and be at peace. So for that, Thank You.
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*pixie* Reply:
January 29th, 2010 at 10:34 am
JF—Thank you for sharing. Knowing that my story has been helpful for others is a kind of therapy for me as well. Hugs.
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