Much as I wish I could be upbeat on every post here - it's not always possible. Life's not like that. But there are always some bright spots to be found in the darkest days. I experienced both yesterday....
A Tribute to Christopher
I have a special fondness for some of my students. That's not really very PC for a tutor to say but it's the truth.
On Tuesday this week I said a cheery "Bye now" to one of my most loveable students. He replied "Bye bye - see you on Thursday"
He died the next day and we are all in shock and dismay and wishing we could have done something to change things.
I had helped him download a picture of a dove and he had written a poem on the computer.
He was a lovely man with a roguish sense of humour and always in good form. We will miss you very much Christopher.
...from your tutors at KLEAR, Kilbarrack - Pam, Lyndsey, Alice and Sinéad
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Thank you Linda
Well, later that day, Wednesday, I got a parcel in the post. Most unexpected. As I started to open it I was more and more convinced that someone on Ebay had posted me something by mistake 'cos I just knew I had not bought these things.
DH had a very disapproving look to his face which read "I thought we were on a tight budget this month?" I was denying buying these treasures of course.
It turned out that it was for me!...It was my PIF from Linda, Somewhere in Time blog. I had entered for her PIF ages ago. (Pay It Forward) and had forgotten all about it. Linda hadn't though and had sent me a fabulous bracelet that she had made for me...and an eyelash yarn scarf threaded with blue satin ribbon also handmade for me and some cards and notepad, and a lovely card full of good wishes..and all of it beautifully wrapped up.
A huge thank you Linda. I just love all of them and they arrived just when I needed a boost to the spirits. Well timed on your part.
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I'm so sorry about your friend!
I love your presents. By the way, funny timing. I need your address, please. You have my email address if you could send it there. I hate to spoil surprises, but I can't surprise you if I don't have your address, now can I? I've been waiting for the postman to bring your (very small) present so I could send it on to you.
Take care and be happy for Christopher, since I assume he is in a far better place.
Love to you.
Posted by: betty | January 29, 2009 at 01:59 PM
OH, I am so very sorry to read about Christopher.
Many blessings to all who knew and loved him.
Posted by: Tammy | January 29, 2009 at 02:27 PM
sorry to hear about your friend. Your PIF goodies look great, the bracelet is especially lovely.
Josie x
Posted by: Josie | January 29, 2009 at 02:39 PM
Sorry to hear your news. There seems to be so much sorrow these days. But look! There is a bright side of the day. Hope today is better.
mary
Posted by: Mary | January 29, 2009 at 04:08 PM
"The death of one man diminishes us all."
I'm sorry for the loss of such a young spirit. Like the song says, the good Lord calls us all home...
Sending hugs and heartfelt thoughts to you and all who knew and loved Christopher.
XXOO
Colleen
Posted by: colleen | January 29, 2009 at 08:35 PM
I`m truly sorry to hear the news.
May Christopher`s soul rest in peace....
Posted by: JapaneseKeane | January 29, 2009 at 09:32 PM
I am so very sorry to hear about Christopher.....My prayers go out to his friends and family.
~kimme
Posted by: Kimme | January 30, 2009 at 01:57 AM