Please permit me to extend my deepest sympathies and condolences regarding your mother's passing. I'm saddened to hear of your family's loss.
Although we've never met, I've read your column, blog and books over the decades and have felt a sort of astrological kinship to you as we share both the same birth month, June, and birth year, 1960, as well as a similar perspective. We've also both shared having our parents live long and fulfilling lives. My mother passed November of 2024 and although my father is still present and relatively healthy, her passing has certainly left a tremendous void in my life.
I feel though that as long as I live, so will she, through my mental and physical being, as well as cherished memories, knowledge transmitted, and the love that she felt for me and I for her.
I wish that I could express my thoughts as well as you, but please know that the profound love of a mother for her child extends beyond the corporeal world and remains profoundly present and deeply felt within our sprirtual core.
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. No matter how old we are, no one's ever ready to lose their mom. If we were fortunate, mom's love would be one of the most pure and unconditional loves we will know in our life.
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. It doesn't matter how old you are when you lose a parent, it is a significant and painful loss. My mother died 46 years ago when I was 33. There isn't a day that I don't miss her, want to tell her or ask her something. May good memories sustain you. Sandy
A sad milestone — sorry to read this news and hope you and the family are bearing up well under the circumstances. The more I meet people of our vintage and even younger whose parent died long ago, the more I realize how comparatively lucky you and I have been to have had our parents for so long (albeit with dementia haven taken its relentless toll on my mother and your father)
When I saw your mother’s baby picture at first I was startled because I have a similar picture of me. And my parents almost named me June because I also have a June birthday. I was so sad to learn she has died. Losing your mom is so hard. Don’t listen to people who try to tell you it’s okay because she lived to her nineties. It’s never okay. Time helps you and so does keeping busy. I am so sorry.
Do not listen to folks who say it’s okay because your mother got to live to her nineties. It’s never good to lose your mom. We survive now on memories.
May your memories bring you peace. May your family surround you with love. It is a profound moment, and it will unfold further as you navigate the loss. For now, I send condolences and strength for the many hard moments ahead.
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Oh, gosh. I'm so sorry for your loss. We all will be thinking of you.
ReplyDeleteMay her memory be for blessing.
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ReplyDeletePlease permit me to extend my deepest sympathies and condolences regarding your mother's passing. I'm saddened to hear of your family's loss.
Although we've never met, I've read your column, blog and books over the decades and have felt a sort of astrological kinship to you as we share both the same birth month, June, and birth year, 1960, as well as a similar perspective. We've also both shared having our parents live long and fulfilling lives. My mother passed November of 2024 and although my father is still present and relatively healthy, her passing has certainly left a tremendous void in my life.
I feel though that as long as I live, so will she, through my mental and physical being, as well as cherished memories, knowledge transmitted, and the love that she felt for me and I for her.
I wish that I could express my thoughts as well as you, but please know that the profound love of a mother for her child extends beyond the corporeal world and remains profoundly present and deeply felt within our sprirtual core.
Jim
I'm so sorry to hear this. May her memory be a blessing.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear this. May her memory be for a blessing, with many memories. Cherish the family!
ReplyDeleteI'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. No matter how old we are, no one's ever ready to lose their mom. If we were fortunate, mom's love would be one of the most pure and unconditional loves we will know in our life.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry, Neil. And my condolences to your family.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry for your loss of your mother. That's a hard one. Mine died in 1987. Let no one tell you how, or how long, to grieve.
ReplyDeleteMy deepest condolences to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteYou & your family are in my heart. I'm so sorry
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry. Thinking about your family…your father.
ReplyDeleteMy sincere condolences.
ReplyDeleteMy sincerest condolences - I have been there and know the melancholy.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry for your loss
ReplyDeleteI was so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. It doesn't matter how old you are when you lose a parent, it is a significant and painful loss. My mother died 46 years ago when I was 33. There isn't a day that I don't miss her, want to tell her or ask her something. May good memories sustain you.
ReplyDeleteSandy
A sad milestone — sorry to read this news and hope you and the family are bearing up well under the circumstances. The more I meet people of our vintage and even younger whose parent died long ago, the more I realize how comparatively lucky you and I have been to have had our parents for so long (albeit with dementia haven taken its relentless toll on my mother and your father)
ReplyDeleteWhen I saw your mother’s baby picture at first I was startled because I have a similar picture of me. And my parents almost named me June because I also have a June birthday. I was so sad to learn she has died. Losing your mom is so hard. Don’t listen to people who try to tell you it’s okay because she lived to her nineties. It’s never okay. Time helps you and so does keeping busy. I am so sorry.
ReplyDeleteMay the good Lord welcome your mother into paradise. One who dies and is thought of, never truly dies. Our condolences to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteSo very sorry for you Neil. You have my deepest sympathies. You should take as much time off as you like without any question. I wish you peace.
ReplyDeleteMy sincere condolences on the death of your beloved mother. Praying for your dad and the rest of the extended Steinberg family. Judy
ReplyDeleteDo not listen to folks who say it’s okay because your mother got to live to her nineties. It’s never good to lose your mom. We survive now on memories.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry for your loss, Neil.
ReplyDeleteLove and comfort to you and yours, Neil.
ReplyDeleteOur mothers always remain in our hearts.
ReplyDeleteMy deepest sympathies to you & yours
ReplyDeletePlease accept my sincere condolences. My heart goes out to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteHoping you find comfort in the sower of family, friends, and readers. My condolences.
ReplyDeleteMay her memory be a blessing - ×–×›×¨×•× ×” לברכה. My prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss. May your memories lessen the pain as time goes on.
ReplyDeleteNeil,
ReplyDeleteMy deepest condolences.
So very sorry for your loss, Neil. She must have been a pretty great lady. Wishing you peace and comfort.
ReplyDeleteMay your memories bring you peace. May your family surround you with love. It is a profound moment, and it will unfold further as you navigate the loss. For now, I send condolences and strength for the many hard moments ahead.
ReplyDeleteFrom Kate in Chicago: Condolences to you and your family, Neil! May her memory be a blessing!
ReplyDeleteNeil, Thinking of you and your family during this very sad time.
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