i was on the spill last night for half an hour, savouring the madness when i was supposed to be working, but went to bed before this was posted. dear mitch, i've been wondering how things have been with you. there's lots of south londoners on here, me included, and if you need any help at any time, just shout - we'll all come running. take care of yourself xx
I'm pretty terrible at this sort of thing. There's a character in Anthony Powell who says of himself, "I never know the right moment to squeeze the bereaved's arm at a funeral", and that's me. Of course there aren't any words that can make this better; we fall back on the old standards because it's important to say something, to show that our thoughts really are with you. Heartfelt condolences.
I hope that you can take comfort from the good wishes of friendly strangers, Mitch, because there are an awful lot out here, mine included. And from music, of course.
@ DsD - just listening to the Natalie Merchant song and trying to watch the slide show through decidedly damp eyes. People shouldn't be allowed to write such beautifully, sad, poignant songs. Fantastic choice ...
Our deepest sympathies, Mitch, and heartfelt condolences. I can't say it any better than anyone above me, but know that all these people feel enough to say it so well.
@DsD - This song is unbearably beautiful. I didn't know it. (My ignorance knows no bounds. My wife, who, as I think you know, is ill, has always been charmed by the English endearment "beloved" and has worn a small tag on a necklace with this word engraved on it for the last twenty five years. Thank you for this song. It is beautiful.
Likewise.
ReplyDeleteSuch is the power of music that we can care so much for a fellow blogger most of us have never met. Kettle's on day and night at RR for you Mitch.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you and yours Mitch. With all kind thoughts.
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ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with you Mitch.
i was on the spill last night for half an hour, savouring the madness when i was supposed to be working, but went to bed before this was posted. dear mitch, i've been wondering how things have been with you. there's lots of south londoners on here, me included, and if you need any help at any time, just shout - we'll all come running. take care of yourself xx
ReplyDeleteHeartfelt condolences.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you Mitch.
ReplyDeletethe family here send their hugs and thoughts to you and yours Mitch.
ReplyDeleteVery very sorry to hear the news, RockingMitch.
ReplyDeleteI haven't been on the list recently, Rocking Mitch, but I can only guess at the news from this, and I am deeply, deeply sorry.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with you.
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I'm pretty terrible at this sort of thing. There's a character in Anthony Powell who says of himself, "I never know the right moment to squeeze the bereaved's arm at a funeral", and that's me. Of course there aren't any words that can make this better; we fall back on the old standards because it's important to say something, to show that our thoughts really are with you. Heartfelt condolences.
ReplyDeleteI hope that you can take comfort from the good wishes of friendly strangers, Mitch, because there are an awful lot out here, mine included. And from music, of course.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you Mitch. Manly hugs from Budapest at this time of bereavement. We're all at your side, I think so.
ReplyDeleteLove and warm thoughts and condolences from this side of the Atlantic, too, Mitch.
ReplyDeleteMitch: I'll go along with Chris, I'm another friendly stranger who feels for you.....T.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear this sad news Mitch. Adding my thoughts to the collective wave of empathy.
ReplyDeleteLove and warm feelings of sympathy from myself and ToffeeGirl to you mitch. Rock on ...
ReplyDeleteNot much to add except much love from us here too xxx
ReplyDelete@ DsD - just listening to the Natalie Merchant song and trying to watch the slide show through decidedly damp eyes. People shouldn't be allowed to write such beautifully, sad, poignant songs. Fantastic choice ...
ReplyDeleteOur deepest sympathies, Mitch, and heartfelt condolences. I can't say it any better than anyone above me, but know that all these people feel enough to say it so well.
ReplyDeleteFor John91, and anyone else who comes here looking: RockingMitch's wife was diagnosed with cancer a little while ago, and she has just died.
ReplyDeleteThanks treefrogdemon, terrible news, nothing anyone can really say to make it any better but my deepest condolences to RockingMitch and famiy.
ReplyDeletejust to add more friendly stranger condolences from us too, sorry to hear the news Mitch
ReplyDelete@DsD - This song is unbearably beautiful. I didn't know it. (My ignorance knows no bounds. My wife, who, as I think you know, is ill, has always been charmed by the English endearment "beloved" and has worn a small tag on a necklace with this word engraved on it for the last twenty five years. Thank you for this song. It is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSincere condolencies - you are most welcome at Gremlin Manor for some tea should you ever venture up to steel City - you are in my thoughts.
ReplyDeletecondolences & sympathy from me too...
ReplyDeletefrom Holland, Ton "TonNL" Bukkems
I can only echo what's been said earlier, Mitch. Hope our sympathy and condolences can help in some way.
ReplyDelete@ Maki - "ill", but on the mend, I thought ...? Hope so.
ReplyDeleteMy Beloved Wife is from Natalie Merchant's solo debut album, Tigerlily, which I love so much I bought the CD twice. Fantastic album.
@ everyone - I have had a thank you from Mitch for all of our thoughts and wishes, both here and over on the mothership.
G'night all.
All my sympathy Mitch. So sorry.
ReplyDeleteMy deepest condolences Mitch.
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