Tuesday 28 March 2017

Hanging On No More

As he lived so he died. He took his leave gently, peacefully, without fanfare or drama.
Good for him.

A good-looking, tall,  civilised gentleman with a quick charm that made him liked everywhere has bowed out. We who are left behind are bereft.


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73 comments:

  1. Wisewebwoman28 March 2017 at 21:15

    Oh sweet one deepest sympathy. Words are so pointless, really. But know I am with you in grief - and joy too. You knew great live.

    XO
    WWW

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  2. Geo.28 March 2017 at 21:50

    Sad news indeed. My sincere condolences, dear Friko.

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  3. English Rider28 March 2017 at 21:53

    Friko, so sorry for your loss. Those of us who follow your blog have had warm glimpses of Beloved and no doubts whatsoever that your name for him rings true.
    Peace

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  4. MaryAnn28 March 2017 at 22:24

    So sorry the loss of your very special beloved.

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  5. Ellen D.28 March 2017 at 22:42

    Sorry to hear this sad news. I hope memories of happier times will comfort you during this difficult time.

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  6. Elephant's Child28 March 2017 at 22:54

    I am glad he was able to slip away gently, but my condolences to all those who grieve for his passing.

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  7. DJan28 March 2017 at 23:02

    I am so sorry to hear this, but glad it was not a lingering painful passing. :-(

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  8. Jenny Woolf28 March 2017 at 23:32

    I send my deep condolences. I am glad his end was peaceful. Look after yourself in the coming weeks.

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  9. Sandi29 March 2017 at 00:00

    My condolences, Friko.

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  10. Suman29 March 2017 at 00:05

    My deepest condolences, dear Friko. Thinking of you; take care.

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  11. e29 March 2017 at 00:16

    I am so sorry for you both, and for his children. Please take care and know you are thought of. I am glad he had the mercy of a peaceful end.

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  12. Lisa 29 March 2017 at 00:25

    You have my deepest sympathies for your loss.

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  13. shoreacres29 March 2017 at 01:35

    Even in grief, there is much to be grateful for: particularly that gentle, peaceful passing of which you spoke. Accept the comfort of family and friends -- and Millie, too -- and know that I am thinking of you.

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  14. RunNRose29 March 2017 at 01:37

    Heartfelt sympathy, Friko. Peace for you, but at what a price. A blessing that he went quietly. Please do take care of you. No need to hurry. Thank you so much for letting us know, You are not alone---we are all with you.

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  15. Anonymous29 March 2017 at 01:40

    Sorry seems inadequate, but I am very sorry to hear your news.

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  16. Red29 March 2017 at 02:21

    I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My sympathy to you.

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  17. nan_nc29 March 2017 at 03:55

    Just another one sending heartfelt sympathies.

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  18. ^.^29 March 2017 at 04:07

    My deepest sympathy, friend Friko ... Love, cat.

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  19. molly29 March 2017 at 04:20

    So glad to hear he died peacefully Friko, but sad for how bereft you must be feeling. When my father died many people at his funeral said to me that he was one of nature's gentlemen. From what you've told us about your Beloved it sounds like he was one too. May he rest in peace.

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  20. Vicki Lane29 March 2017 at 04:25

    I've come to know him and appreciate him through your posts. May his memory be a blessing. You are in my heart, dear Friko.

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  21. Yael29 March 2017 at 04:47

    Oh wie traurig...
    Ein lieber Mensch ist gegangen...
    Es bleibt die gute Erinnerung...
    Ich drueck Dich ganz fest...

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  22. Hilary Melton-Butcher29 March 2017 at 07:37

    Dear Friko - Beloved is at peace ... my thoughts to you in these early desperate days of life going on. He was as you know and others say a delightful man. With love Hilary

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  23. Librarian29 March 2017 at 07:42

    Eine traurige Nachricht, doch auch irgendwie tröstlich, dass er so gehen durfte, wie er gelebt hat.
    Ein Gentle Man (im wahrsten Sinne des Wortes) weniger auf dieser Welt.

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  24. Unknown29 March 2017 at 09:11

    Deepest sympathy to you. May you and your family know no more sorrow.

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  25. sweffling29 March 2017 at 09:13

    Sad, sad news from a dignified couple. I am so sorry for your loss. Bereft indeed.
    As one dictionary defines it: “You’ve lost what you most loved, and you're never going to get it back. You've gone beyond just plain grief-stricken — you're bereft.”
    Thinking of you at this desolate time, with love.

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  26. Autolycus29 March 2017 at 11:14

    So sorry. Wishing you peace, and care for you as you cared.

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  27. Penny O'Neill29 March 2017 at 11:27

    Dear Friko, I am sorry, so sorry. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers and may you find some peace among the sympathy and condolences. Penny

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  28. Mary29 March 2017 at 12:00

    I am so sorry. I'm a widow and understand what you are about to go through. My heart goes out to you.

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  29. FlowerLady Lorraine29 March 2017 at 12:15

    Dearest Friko ~ I am so sorry for your loss. Like Mary above, I'm also a widow and my heart aches for you.

    I am glad your Beloved went peacefully.

    Love, hugs & prayers ~ FlowerLady

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  30. Soulweavings29 March 2017 at 12:57

    So sorry Friko to hear your news of Beloved. You will miss him dearly.

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  31. Starting Over, Accepting Changes - Maybe29 March 2017 at 13:39

    Beloved is such a beautiful word to describe your partner. I loved reading it and it touched me so. I am so sorry for all you have gone through these past months and the grief you experiencing now.

    With sincere sympathy,
    Arleen

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  32. Cloudia29 March 2017 at 14:38

    Dear Friend; Please accept my deepest condolences. Just get through this hour, this day. So many of us are sending you are loving concern and prayer. Please let us hear from you hen you are ready. We care. ALOHA, U

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  33. Joyce F29 March 2017 at 14:55

    A blessing for both of you that he slipped away peacefully. My heart aches for you. Take gentle care.

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  34. Jeanie29 March 2017 at 14:56

    Through all your posts over many years I have come to know Beloved as the dear man you described. It is such a wonderful name, so fitting. I know your journey has been a tough one in recent months and I send you my deepest wishes for peace and healing and so very sorry for the loss of your life partner. Feel the embrace of love from across the world to help comfort you.

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  35. ellen abbott29 March 2017 at 15:33

    so it's over and he has passed through the veil peacefully and with dignity. an end we can all wish for. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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  36. Rita29 March 2017 at 15:52

    Deepest sympathies.
    Peace.

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  37. Elle Clancy29 March 2017 at 17:10

    Dear Friko, so sorry. Your Beloved truly sounded like a lovely soul.

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  38. Anonymous29 March 2017 at 18:45

    A peaceful end is all we can wish for, for both ourselves and our loved ones. You blog post was a lovely tribute to your Beloved. Deepest sympathies.

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  39. Lori W.29 March 2017 at 20:26

    I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for letting your followers get to know this wonderful man. Wishing you peace and comfort in your memories as you grieve.

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  40. Janie Junebug29 March 2017 at 20:37

    My condolences.

    Love,
    Janie

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  41. My Journey To Mindfulness29 March 2017 at 22:02

    thinking of you...

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  42. Pondside30 March 2017 at 02:26

    With sympathy.....so sorry for this loss and the many that are attached to it. You will miss your Beloved so much
    I send you my deepest wishes for the comfort of your wonderful memories, enough strength to get through the days and weeks ahead and a huge measure of grace at every turn.
    Thinking of you.

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  43. Susan30 March 2017 at 03:16

    We send you our deepest sympathy and love. We are grateful for the good times we had with you both, and we carry the memory of Beloved deep in our hearts.

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  44. Renée30 March 2017 at 06:54

    ein grosser zen-meister hat einmal zu seinem schüler gesagt, dass, auch wenn er stirbt, er immer bei ihm sein wird... in der hoffnung, meine worte würden dir ein ganz klein wenig trost spenden können, möchte ich dir wünschen, dass beloved immer bei dir sein wird...! renée

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  45. joared30 March 2017 at 08:00

    My sympathy to you as loss is never easy though there can be a relief our loved one is freed from further pain and discomfort. Celebrate his life -- your years together. Take time for yourself as you feel able. Don't rush into anything, especially after all services end, family leaves, you're truly on your own. Hogs!

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  46. Catherine30 March 2017 at 17:03

    It seems to have happened so fast! I am so sorry that you have lost your Beloved. Be kind to yourself, take your time. You were so much to one another.

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  47. Far Side of Fifty30 March 2017 at 18:33

    My sympathy, one day at a time. The struggle is over for him and now the struggle to live without him is your sad task. :(

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  48. Suz31 March 2017 at 01:52

    My deepest condolences

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  49. SmitoniusAndSonata31 March 2017 at 13:54

    I am so sorry ...

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  50. Pauline1 April 2017 at 12:35

    My condolences, Friko. Sending a virtual hug because words are never enough by themselves.

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  51. Heidrun Khokhar, KleinsteMotte1 April 2017 at 17:27

    So sorry for your loss.
    You hoped for a peaceful parting and that was granted but now comes your pain of the loss of your love.
    May your strength and courage help you through this hard period of mourning but do take time to celebrate his wonderful life beside you.
    Hugs

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  52. kj1 April 2017 at 17:51

    I am so very sorry, friko. please allow your blog and your friends here to offer whatever comfort we can. please share your feelings and memories and slowly and surely, your footing ahead.
    love
    kj

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  53. Sally Wessely1 April 2017 at 19:50

    Dearest Friko, please accept my deepest and most sincere condolences.

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  54. Lorrie2 April 2017 at 02:13

    Dear Friko, I've been away and just read this sad news. My deepest sympathies for a loss that is achingly profound. Your words through the years have presented your Beloved as the gentleman you've described. May you find strength and grace for the days ahead.

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  55. Ur-spo2 April 2017 at 14:38

    At times like these we all try to reach out with words of comfort and meaning but come up with only lame and useless ones. The thing that matters is seeing all the Love here that surrounds you at this time. I am saddened for you loss.

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  56. LilliStJohn2 April 2017 at 15:25

    Dear Friko - Gently and peacefully your beloved has passed - know that you are in our thoughts, offering you deepest condolences.

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  57. Gerlinde de Broekert4 April 2017 at 00:18

    My sincere condolences for your loss .

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  58. Freda4 April 2017 at 12:51

    Thank you for your bravery in sharing this journey. Peace be with you as you take each hour a step at a time. Freda from Dalamory

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  59. Bea5 April 2017 at 00:48

    Mein herzlichstes Beileid, liebe Friko.

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  60. Anaconda5 April 2017 at 05:51

    So sorry to hear of your loss! May he rest in peace. A sad day for those left behind, even for those who did not know him, but I hope you will find some comfort in having had such a Beloved in your life. Love and sympathy xxx

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  61. Carola Bartz6 April 2017 at 23:12

    I am so sorry, Friko. Some comfort that he could go peacefully. I hope you find peace as well.

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  62. Frances7 April 2017 at 14:14

    Dear Friko, I am very saddened to read this post, and send you my deepest condolences. As others have already written, I thank you for allowing me to feel as if I also knew your Beloved...just a little. xo

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  63. Kathy7 April 2017 at 22:30

    Without broadband for some time, so have only just read this. So very sorry to hear your sad news, Friko. My deepest sympathy. Be kind to yourself as you were kind to your Beloved as you grieve his loss.

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  64. Terra 8 April 2017 at 00:13

    Friko, how sad your dear one is gone. My darling one died suddenly 4 months ago, and it has been rough. Send me an email with your postal address and I will send you a card, dear friend. Terra thekilns at yahoo.com

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  65. suenosdeuomi9 April 2017 at 18:54

    My profound condolences. It is good to hear that the passing happened peacefully. My heart goes out to you.

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  66. Pauline9 April 2017 at 23:49

    So sorry Friko to hear you have lost your Beloved. I can't imagine your grief. You have my heartfelt sympathy.

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  67. the fly in the web20 April 2017 at 20:39

    I am so sorry for your dreadful loss.

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  68. Jono23 April 2017 at 15:33

    I never know what to say. Just keep putting one foot in front of the other.

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  69. Cloudia21 May 2017 at 16:19

    Thinking of you <3

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  70. Hilary6 November 2017 at 14:26

    Oh Friko. I am so sorry for this sad loss of your Beloved. It's been much too long since I've made some blog visits and I'm so saddened to read this post. My heart goes out to you, dear lady. Wishing you peace and healing. <3

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