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Ellie Markovitch's avatar

Thank you for putting into words feelings. Love you

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Amy Halloran's avatar

Thank you Ellie!!

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Old Line Plate's avatar

I'm so sorry to read about your losses. I often feel like death/grief causes a rift in the space-time continuum for those of us left behind, and you have beautifully encapsulated that here.

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Amy Halloran's avatar

Thank you. Yes, maybe that’s it, a rift!

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Ken Fornataro's avatar

Speechless. About how good this is. That you could write it, now. I thought this was only normal life for me. People are dropping, as are all pretenses that people actually care or are able to even care about each other. This is not normal. Hang in there, Amy. Get louder.

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Amy Halloran's avatar

Thanks Ken!

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Karmela Padavic Callaghan's avatar

Gorgeous reflection. Wishing you and your loved ones all the best in this difficult time.

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Amy Halloran's avatar

Thank you.

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Linda Maxwell's avatar

Sorry for your losses. Thankfully you have many memories to sustain the grieving process.

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Amy Halloran's avatar

Thank you Linda! Indeed, I am grateful for the memories.

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Aimee Misovich's avatar

I am so sorry about all your losses you've endured. Sudden deaths are the worst, no chance to say goodbye in advance (selfishly, I realize that it's easier for the survivors, but not for those facing a terminal condition). I'm coming up on almost one year since my younger brother suddenly died; he wasn't quite two years older than Jeff. Still too young. Take care of those affected by the deaths - I know you will - but take care of yourself as well.

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Amy Halloran's avatar

Thank you Aimee! I swear I replied to this but the internet ate it. So sorry to know about your brother. That must be very rough.

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Aimee Misovich's avatar

Thank you for the condolences, Amy. Very much appreciated. But you've had several losses close together and that's very tough overall. We once had a year and half of that and it was hard. Fortunately, we had good friends and neighbors who helped us get through it (didn't live close to any family). I hope you are experiencing the same sort of help!

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Harrison's avatar

Love this! I’m Harrison, an ex fine dining line cook. My stack "The Secret Ingredient" adapts hit restaurant recipes (mostly NYC and L.A.) for easy home cooking.

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