April 14, 2004
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Lou passed away last night from acute liver failure (see my April 9 blog). She died in her husband's arms. I didn't know her personally, just through the posts that she and her husband made on the Lymphoma board. Yet, through her simple posts, one could tell that she was one of those unique souls who one doesn't run across often. I'm sure she will be deeply mourned and missed by her family and friends. Her legacy to the rest of us, who were on the fringe of her community is one of strength, resolve, love, and wisdom.
Goodbye Lou.
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Oh, wow. This was the lady from the other day, who was giving up on cancer treatment to better enjoy her life, correct?
She had a beautiful spirit. The kind that ignites the stars.
No words...
I think sometimes the connections one makes in virtual reality are stronger than those in real life -- stripped, as they are, of the peripherals of appearance and other superficialities that make up our sensual perceptions. Certainly Lou must have a worldwide network of readers who mourn her passing deeply. I've only read the one piece of hers you posted, but can see her vibrant life-force just from that. Wherever she has gone, I hope she knows, or knew, how many she touched.
[[[Bob]]]
Lou touched our world in a very special and beautiful way.
Peace.
~Paloma
Just came by to check up on you. Sorry about Lou. Glad YOU'RE ok.
There are no words to express all the thoughts that come to mind.
"She died in her husband's arms."
This means more than anyone can understand I think. Our mom had Leukemia and lost the battle about 2 years ago and her biggest concern was, that as she declined, she not have to be in the hospital or anywhere besides home, with family and friends. We made that happen and I am ever so grateful we could.
Granted, our mom would have been 80 years young less than four months after her departure (late onset leukemia), so she'd had a complete life in terms of years and life expectancies. We just felt the last few years had so much discomfort and inconvenience. It seemed unfair since she was the best mom in the world.
I pray your treatments continue to help you and better yet, they find a cure for the Lymphoma soon. Thank you for sharing the story of this spirited lady and the reminder of how we somehow need to be more involved, whether by giving our time, money or at least support and encouragment to those looking for ways to beat this and other diseases.
{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}
Deb
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