Apologies

[WNY]

To all ECF members who were to participate in last nights contest. I sincerely apologize for being a no show. After battling a long illness, my mother passed away last night. The family had gathered and she passed at home. Because of the commotion, I had lost track of time and my mind was numb with grief. I promise I will reschedule the contest soon. Please accept my apologies.

Taras

 

[loxmythe]

My sincerest condolences to you and your family I wish there was something I could say or do to make you feel better but I know there isn't. Just know your friends here are thinking of you.

 

[Prism]

No apology necessary. Please just take time with your family. So sorry about your mother.

 

[Rat2chat2]

So sorry for your loss. I know that I don't know you, but I know the hurt of losing my mom. There is a quote that helps me sometimes. It goes like this. "Death leaves a heartache that no one can heal... but love leaves a memory that no one can steal.... " Prayers go out to you and your family.

 

[dolphins35]

Tara's I am so Sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family!
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[morri]

I am so sorry for your loss. That seems so inadequate at this time. I lost my mother over two years ago and there are still days that I wake up and it feels like yesterday. I wish I could tell you different. It will hurt forever. It gets easier, but not better. Be gentle with yourself and keep close the good memories.

Morri

 

[tiggerrts]

So sorry to hear it, and no need to apologize. I have been there and it feels like the world should stop. Take care and rest, prayers for you.

 

[snoopydoo77]

Taras you are in our thoughts.

 

[WNY]

Thank you all so so much for your kind words. She will be buried tomorrow. A great mother and the least flawed human being I ever had the honor to know, I miss her so much already. I do take comfort in the fact that she passed away at home with her entire family at her side, exactly the way she had wished and it was peaceful, and It was my honor to be the primary caregiver for the last two and a half years of her life. Again, I want to apologize to my friends here on ECF. Friday was a crazy day and everything became a haze as it was all unfolding. I take all of my friends here seriously and feel so bad I left you guys hanging. As many of you know, I run these contests regularly every few weeks and will announce a make up date soon. Thanks again for the kind words and may God Bless you all.

Taras

 

[Lauralie]

A great mother and the least flawed human being I ever had the honor to know, I miss her so much already. I do take comfort in the fact that she passed away at home with her entire family at her side, exactly the way she had wished and it was peaceful

Exactly how I felt 5 years ago in April. And though I miss my Mom soooo much, I find peace in the fact that her pain is gone and she is with her maker and happy.

Bless you and your family during this emotional time.

 

[proudlion]

WNY - I am so sorry - sending our wishes for you to find comfort and peace