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Unread post by Flabbergasted »

Simon, I am so sorry to hear that!

I can only second what you said about Mama Kerstin´s sense of humor and her ability to create lasting bonds almost instantly, simply by being herself, with no need for ingratiation or pleasantries.

As I wrote in a private message some months ago, when I said good-bye to her and assured her we would soon meet again, she just shook her head and said “no”. She may of course have meant “you are just being polite, I don´t believe you will be back”, but there was no doubt in my mind she meant “you won´t find me when you return”.

She will be missed. God rest her soul.
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I am so sorry for your loss, Simon. No words can ease your pain, but know that you are in my prayers tonight. Nice picture of you and mom.
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Deepest condolences, Simon, on the loss of your Mother.

Let memories of the times you shared together give you comfort. Her life was enriched because of you.

Regards,

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Sorry about the (temporary) loss of your mom, dear Simon. May she rest in peace!

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My condolences on the passing of your wonderful mother Simon.
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I'm so sorry for your loss Simon. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers in the season ahead.
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Simon, my support to you and your family in these hard times.

And cherish the fact you could talk with your mother about all the things that don't happen around us, a rich experience most of us don't or didn't have.
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Simon,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Kerstin was a wonderful woman with so many talents who made the world a better place. She will be missed.

Kham
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Very sorry to hear that Simon - best condolences to you & family.
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I am extremely moved & touched by all the beautiful messages here. I thank you all very, very warmly. For all the 'impersonal / abstract' nature of internet communications, I can nonetheless sense & feel the sincerity of your kind words of condolence - I love you all. Most of you, of course, have NOT met my mom (nor yours truly, for that matter) in person. Only one day has passed since the passing of my dear mama - so I'm writing while still weeping profusely - in fact, I can hardly read / or spell-check what I'm typing right now, due to that fountain of tears blurring my eyesight! Fortunately, I'm surrounded by many good friends today.

My mother is "dead"- but one cannot say that she's "gone". To those who got to know her, she won't ever "go away".
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Simon, sincerest condolences from all here. I hope you are all bearing up.
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My condolences to you and your family, Simon.
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Simon, I am sorry to hear of your mother's passing. You have my deepest sympathies.
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Thank you to the forum members being genuinely supportive. This research might not have ever existed without Simon, and Simon might not have ever existed without this incredible and beautiful person. I feel I cannot really express myself about this subject through this kind of forum and I tried sending you an e-mail Simon. I will also be on Skype and I will try giving you a call.
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Sorry for your loss, Simon.
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