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e. ipolani's avatar

so much love and comfort to you ❤️

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Thank you very much, e. I appreciate you 🩶

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Alison Bull's avatar

I’m so sorry for your loss. When our best friends depart for their next journey, it ushers in a period of quiet after the mourning. A period of adjustment to a life without them.

I’ve been hearing the story of moving into a next phase from many people, so the stars must be aligned in a positive way.

Good luck on your next job and it’s great to hear from you. We all have this pressure to keep producing but at times the well has to be filled instead of scraped raw.

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Thank you so much, Alison. I really appreciate your comment and it really resonates a lot. Thank you for your kind words, it is so great to hear from you too. I hope you are doing well, Friend 🩶

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Lynn Reilly's avatar

Sending you warm waves of love and ease.

We’ve all been there. I’m actually right there with you now.

A reminder to commit to you and your heart first. 💕

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Thank you Lynn! I’m so sorry to hear that you’re going through this too. Let me know if you need a friend. Sending you all the hugs 🩶

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Lynn Reilly's avatar

You’re the sweetest, Lyns! Thank you. :)

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Nan Tepper's avatar

Thanks for checking in with us. Sending you love as you go through this grieving process. It takes time, but it's clear you're showing up for it. Hope to visit soon! xo

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Thank you Nan, you’re amazing. Thank you for your friendship and support 🩶

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Nan Tepper's avatar

No. You're amazing! xo

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Cathy Joseph's avatar

Oh Lyns, I am so so sorry Parker is gone. Even though you knew this was coming, it is never easy. And a new job, too? So much change to navigate. Sending you buckets of love as you grieve your loss. 💝

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Thank you Cathy! You are so kind. Thank you for reading and commenting and for always sending so much kindness. So grateful for you. Thank you for understanding 🩶

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Jo-Ann Petrarca's avatar

Grieving can be a long process. Through your story about Parker, I felt I knew him. Please take as much time you need and don’t push yourself. You’re such a loving soul and it’s hard not to feel your emotions. I remember when our dog Buffy was ill and passed at home. We kept her comfortable, it was all we could do until she went home, where we all will go and unite with our loved ones. I’m so happy that you have fond memories of him and he thanks you mom, for loving him. When we lose someone we love, it feels so empty inside for awhile. But know in your heart, Parker Joe is sending kisses to you from above. Thank you for sharing your feelings. I’m not too good at sharing my life but, well, I’m just a weirdo. But I’m a good weirdo who does no harm. Namaste

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Aww Jo-Ann thank you for your beautiful story about Buffy. Also I absolutely love that you had a dog named Buffy. So sweet. Thank you for reading and commenting and getting to know Parker. You are such a kind and empathic person, I’m so glad we are friends. Thank you so much for all of your support during this time. Let’s be weirdos together. 😍🩶

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Jo-Ann Petrarca's avatar

Weirdo, me? I love it Lyns, and no worries, my weird ness was God given and will be with me throughout time. Sending a big hug, so tight but not too tight to harm you. So happy we met here, love you and appreciate your creativity. ✌🏻

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Absolutely and likewise 🥰

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

🩶🩶🩶

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Susan Kacvinsky's avatar

Thank you for this reaching out. I'm with you so much. I remember well how hard it is, and your voice pulls tears from a deep well excavated at a similar time in my own life. After my May passed, I could still feel her weight in my lap in the mornings as I tried to write. Please take your time, and don't worry about our posts. This is a liminal space, neither here nor there. All the rules are different when traversing such a shadow land.

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Thank you Susan. Thank you for telling me about your sweet May. You are such a beautiful soul. I appreciate your comfort and understanding. So glad you are here. Thank you 🙏 🩶

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Susan Kacvinsky's avatar

Thanks Lyns. Lovely of you to say that.

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Robin Blackburn McBride's avatar

Beautiful, Lyns. Take all the time you need. You know my heart goes out to you.

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Yes thank you so much Robin! You are way too nice to me 🥹. Thank you again my friend 🩶

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Kara Westerman (she/her)'s avatar

I totally understand how these big shifts need space and time. Me too. me too. Loving strongly is something else.

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Aww thank you Kara. You are amazing. Thank you for being my friend. Thank you so much for your support 🩶

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Marisa's avatar

Dear Lyns, sending you 🖤🤍💚. May you feel whole again when the grieve leaves. I know it will... 💫 Wishing you everything you need to make your new job a good one for you! 🍀

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Marisa, that is so nice of you. You are awesome. Thank you a whole bunch 🩶🙏

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Rhaine Della Bosca's avatar

So sorry for your loss Lyns. Sending comfort and warm hugs. xx 💕

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Thank you so much, Rhaine 🥹

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HANNAH's avatar

Sending you warm love xx

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Thank you so much, Hannah 🩶🩶🩶

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Julie Schmidt's avatar

Grief has its own timing. There is no schedule or an ending. There is only moving with it and going through. Dear Lyns - this is what I see you doing, with care, recognition and remembrance. Sorry for your loss!

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Thank you Julie, this is so beautifully said. You are an angel. This is exactly what I hope to do, with reverence. 🩶

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Maria Luz O'Rourke's avatar

💔🖤💛 Sending you so much love Lyns. We all know the risks to our heart, yet we choose to love our wonderful animal family members anyway. You have such a big heart that I have no doubt was matched by Parker's, thus the gaping hole in the fabric of your life.

Rei and I will be ready when you need us, my dear, until then, know you are all in our prayers 🙏🏽

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Thank you Maria. You and Rei are magic. Thank you for this beautiful comment. You are in my thoughts as well. We are overdue for a catchup soon 🩶

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Chris Stanton's avatar

Sending many, many good wishes, Lyns. The loss is enormous and you need time to heal. I hope your new job is a great fit and that you'll be happy there for years to come.

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

Thank you so much, Chris! This means a lot 🩶

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