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John Maas — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 22:09:50 -0000

Good luck Robert. We're all thinking of you!

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james — Wed, 24 May 2006 17:49:18 -0000

my prayers are with you and your family!!

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frédéric — Mon, 15 May 2006 10:34:56 -0000

Sorry to read this. In Dutch, we say 'sterkte' on those occasions, which comes down to 'keep yourself strong.' I find it okay to be weak on those moments.

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whatsnext — Mon, 15 May 2006 00:32:22 -0000

Robert: When my grandmother was in hospice, the nurses told me that people can hear til the last minute of their lives. Keep telling her you're there and that you love her.

And that it is ok for her to go.
BL

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Heather Lloyd-Martin — Sun, 14 May 2006 16:16:39 -0000

Robert,

I am so, so sorry. I went through it with both parents - and it does suck beyond belief.

My thoughts are with you.

Take care of yourself,
Heather

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Rohan Maloney — Sun, 14 May 2006 09:47:01 -0000

Robert I know that you have been getting alot of messages of support and prayer. The only message of support i can provide is take a day at a time and a sqeeze of the hand at a time. Hang in there and use your support network that you have aroung you atm.

Regards
Rohan

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Steve Raymond — Sun, 14 May 2006 01:15:58 -0000

Robert -
I've only had the privilege of meeting you once -- at Gnomedex, last June '05 -- and all that I can think to say through my tears, tonight, as I read your blog, is that you have touched my life in a positive way, by your example.
Steve Raymond

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whiterose — Sat, 13 May 2006 23:16:41 -0000

My grandfather had a stroke a couple years ago. The doctors told us in the emergency room he was not going to live. Amazingly enough he did with partial paralassis to his left side that has gotten slowly better. I wish the best on you and the family.

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Chuck Olsen — Sat, 13 May 2006 21:18:22 -0000

Oof.... I'm so sorry Robert.
Reading this makes me appreciate the time I have with my mom,
and will have to bring this up with her on Mother's Day.

Take care.

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vanderwal — Sat, 13 May 2006 19:10:39 -0000

Robert, I deeply feel for you. Peace.

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Lawrence — Sat, 13 May 2006 12:17:20 -0000

Robert,

I am sorry.

My own mother has alzheimer's disease and has been slipping away over the last couple of months.

She is now having a very hard time speaking as she says " the words will not come to me, sorry".

We also get just a knowing look and a hand squeeze, small assurance that she is still with us.

Just remember that they will always live in your heart and soul and never ever truly leave you.

All the best, to you and your family.
Lawrence

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Jack Yan — Sat, 13 May 2006 09:23:59 -0000

Robert, I am deeply sorry to hear this. I remember getting some similar news when my mother was in a hospice—at age 54. If she is likely to pass, I would encourage you or member(s) of your family to be present at that moment. It was important for me to be there, as a way of saying goodbye.
If you are a spiritual man, then I also believe it’s somehow good for the spirit to see the family there when she first departs from the body.

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Dave Golden — Sat, 13 May 2006 04:57:08 -0000

Robert,

My name is Dave Golden, and I've been reading your stuff for a while and introduced myself a few months back when I ran into you in the Seattle airport while you were traveling to San Jose, and mentioned I enjoyed reading your blog.

My prayers go to you and your family. News like this is hard to hear.

God bless, and remember good things come to good people, and you are in fact a good perosn.

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jean — Sat, 13 May 2006 02:16:25 -0000

Robert,
Sorry to hear.
My prayers are with your mother, you and your family.
God Bless
Jean

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Stephan H. Wissel — Sat, 13 May 2006 00:46:55 -0000

Robert,

I can feel your pain experience a loved one slip away and sitting helpless seeing your mother fade away. It boldly reminds us of the impermanence of our lives and if your believes are strong carries the hope of a better existence thereafter.
Peace to your and your mother's soul!
-- Stephan

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Atholas — Fri, 12 May 2006 21:16:48 -0000

Robert,

I don't know what to say to you in a situation like this other than to quietly pray for your mother and your family. It is a difficult time -- a time that hundreds of people are enduring with you as is evident by the comments. Please be strong and send our love and concern to your mother.

May God's grace and peace be with your mother, you, and your family.

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pb. — Fri, 12 May 2006 13:45:12 -0000

I cannot add anything deeper or stronger than what has already been said here. Only to add my support and thoughts to you and your family.

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Dieter — Fri, 12 May 2006 13:03:52 -0000

Robert, Benny, and Alex,

When in doubt God is in charge. Your mother was an inspiration to all she touched and she touched me deeply. She was my Mom's best friend and a second mother to me growing up. The last time I saw her was at my brother's wedding and full of life as always. We talked, laughed and hugged... What a wonderful time! She will always be with me. Here is a poem for you and your family in this trying time...

God Heals

Remember when you heard the words -
and your mind went blank - you were in another world
God heals
Remember in your darkest hours -
when all that surrounds you is pain and sorrow
God heals
Remember friends' prayers - your family's encouragement
- glimmers of hope from everyday angels
God heals
Quiet...you can hear Him now -
always there - yet never this close
God heals
It's just another day -
yet everything has changed - and you hear yourself say
God heals
Birds are singing -
the sky is a beautiful blue - flowers are blooming...
God heals
Truths that you knew as a child -
awakened again with new understanding
God heals
Remember when others can't -
that life is a gift - each day to treasure

God Has Healed...

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Shariq — Fri, 12 May 2006 11:06:37 -0000

bro..

I know it's a hard time..
but i do believe everything happens for the good.
sometiems we just don't know how or why.
but you know ... God loves her more than any human
ever can.

talk really is cheap.
but I do hope these words give you strength.
it'll all turn out good.
n this too will pass.

Just remember God loves her more than you do & everything that happens - happens for the best of us.

God bless her n ur family!

Shariq.

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Robert Paterson — Fri, 12 May 2006 11:03:26 -0000

What a tribute to you Robert - this outpouring of support - bless you
Rob P

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Tom Guarriello — Fri, 12 May 2006 10:59:06 -0000

I'm of the "you can't get enough support at times like this" school, so, many thoughts and good wishes going out to you and your family at this difficult time.

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skatterbrain — Fri, 12 May 2006 09:20:58 -0000

It's really cool that so many have come out to express their support for you during this. Count yourself lucky. It shows that your work has touched (and continues to touch) so many who appreciate it very much. Your mom has to be proud of you. No matter what happens, know that she has to be happy knowing you make a positive difference in this world.

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Darren — Fri, 12 May 2006 08:26:37 -0000

Keep your family close and you'll get through this.

Such sad news.

Darren.

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Ronald Carpentier — Fri, 12 May 2006 08:19:23 -0000

Robert, your brave post made me cry. I wish you and your family all the best. My thoughts are with you from Amsterdam.

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Crille — Fri, 12 May 2006 07:14:12 -0000

All the best to you and your family, Robert. You are not alone, My stepmother just hade a stoke and now she is paralysed and doctors cant give any positive answers.. Take care my thought is with you and your family. The pain you’re going trough is the love you have inside. God bless you.