Comments on: A loss for words.

By: sloaneberrent

sloaneberrent — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:51:51 +0000

Your strength in telling this story I hope brought you some peace, though, it's hard to come by when we face loss. The fact that your family is strong enough to have each other, is the real gift.

Telling stories about those we lost, where they were born, what they were about, is HARD, but those memories stay fresh and they're good for us.

My heart goes out to your and your family. Those tears of yours only show what a special and caring person you are. Being tough all the time is overrated. Being yourself, like you were here in your writing, is the best legacy your grandmother could ever have hoped for.

By: ericaprather

ericaprather — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:19:14 +0000

Really tough stuff, Micah. Beautiful post though. Life is such a balance of acceptance, loss, and gain. You are in my thoughts.

By: Brad F.

Brad F. — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:37:10 +0000

My condolences. I think I may be going through something like this myself soon, and I'm halfway around the world from my folks.

By: emmiej

emmiej — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:51:39 +0000

Micah I'm so sorry for your loss. I was “lucky”…had four living grandparents until 24. I've lost three in the last six years. It didn't matter that they were old or that I knew it was coming. It's always too soon. Beautiful post. No doubt she's proud.

By: Teddy P

Teddy P — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:07:26 +0000

Thank you for your thoughts, Micah, and my sincere condolences.

By: Lucretia (GeekMommy) Pruitt

Lucretia (GeekMommy) Pruitt — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 11:58:31 +0000

I always come to your blog a day or two after you write something that makes me cry... You have such a way with making me wish I were around for more of your stories and your insight.

I am so sorry for the loss of your grandmother - she must've been one amazing woman given how much just a couple of paragraphs makes me wish I'd known her.

My heart goes out to your whole family, Micah.

Clearly though, you are just one of many of an amazing family. And yeah, I think you're pretty amazing. "Black sheep" or not.

Take care of you, my friend. ((hug)) Some day? Let's grab a cup of coffee - you can tell me more stories about your Babu... I'd love to hear them.

By: matthewhelt

matthewhelt — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 06:14:55 +0000

My deepest condolences to you and your family, Micah.

By: kellytirman

kellytirman — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 05:09:08 +0000

That is beautiful – thank you for sharing.

By: agirlsgottaspa

agirlsgottaspa — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 05:07:55 +0000

I'm sorry for your loss Micah. Your grandmother sounded like a wonderful woman.

By: dllavoy

dllavoy — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 19:21:00 +0000

sorry for your loss, Micah. as always, your best writing is your most heartfelt.

By: Shannon Hurst Lane

Shannon Hurst Lane — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:42:31 +0000

When you had to leave yesterday, I could barely get across the world's longest picnic table to give you a hug. I wish I would've climbed over the table to give you a big Louisiana squeeze. You are in my thoughts, my friend.

By: Jesse Stay

Jesse Stay — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:05:27 +0000

So sorry to hear about this Micah. I lost both of my remaining grandparents in the last year and I know how you feel. Take some time to grieve and remember her life. If I can be of help please don't hesitate to e-mail or call.

By: msitarzewski

msitarzewski — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 06:54:53 +0000

“And I cried.” Me too, Micah. Perfectly written, and heart felt. All the best. :)

By: gradontripp

gradontripp — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 05:57:40 +0000

Micah, your grandmother lived an amazing life. Rest assured, black sheep or not, she loved you.

My condolences on your loss, Micah.

By: janegoodwin

janegoodwin — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 04:59:44 +0000

There are no "right" words for your loss. I can only say, along with all the other people who love you, that I'm sorry.

I'm really, really sorry.

Your tribute is beautiful.