Tuesday, August 1, 2006

Oh, no. I just found out that Estel, my brother-in-law passed away this morning. He was Robin's first husband. They'd been divorced for years, but was like a family member to us and was a friend of my first husband's. (We may need a score card)

He also had HepC, like she did. Damn this HepC all to hell. He'd been terminal for the past year, so it wasn't a big surprise to hear that he'd passed, but it sure does hurt. He absolutely adored Robin. She had that effect on people.

I just lit two candles on my altar beside a picture of Robin and I placed a picture I had of them both together by the candles. I lit some incense, rang a tiny brass bell, got out my handkerchief and sat down to write this.

Damn.

5 comments:

Karen said...

That is terrible, I will keep you all in my prayers and may he rest in peace, just as Robin is. *BIG HUGS*

Shirl said...

I am SO sorry, Susan, and you're right, this damn HEPC is horrid. My brother-in-law is still hanging in with weekly treatments, but they've been told that eventually they need to consider a liver transplant. Shoot.

Jeanne said...

I am very sorry for your loss.
Those who live forever in our hearts are never far away.
Blessings!

Sudeaux Lux said...

I hate to be such a bummer, but I have had so much death around me these past severl months.

It's easier to get out of a funk when you girls are so supportive.

xoxo

Sudeaux Lux said...

"When you come to the edge of all the life you know, Faith is knowing that one of two things will happen: Someone will be there to catch you or you will be taught to fly."

Thanks for catching me.