My paternal grandfather passed away two weeks ago. It has been a very hard loss for me. My Yeh-Yeh was the central male father figure in my life, and I’m still stunned that he is gone. Up until his passing, I was still talking to him at least once every week, and he was in perfect health until the very end. These days I have moments of clarity, but each day so far has also brought long bouts of intense sadness.
As many of you know, I was in New York for all of last week for his funeral. I apologize to everyone whom I was supposed to see but didn’t. There will be more time when I go back again. Thank you to everyone who has extended his or her condolences. It means a lot to me.
New entries will hopefully be up and running again in the next day or so. Thank you so much to everyone who has sent news items and stuff. I’m also catching up on the excellent conversations. You guys and gals are the best.
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I’m sorry for your loss Jaehwan. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
So Sorry to hear about the passing of your Grandfather Byron, and especially as he was the central male father figure in your life. You and your family have my sincere best wishes and my deepest sympathy.
Thus spoke Claudius the King to Prince Hamlet regarding the death of his father.
“Tis sweet and commendable in your nature, Hamlet, to give these mourning duties to your father: But, you must know, your father lost a father; That father lost, lost his, and the survivor bound in filial obligation for some term to do obsequious sorrow…”
Sorry to hear of your loss Bryon, you have my condolences.
Take care.
Sorry to hear the news Byron. Grieve completely during this time and honor your grandfather’s memory well throughout the rest of your lifetime (which I am sure you will).
Sorry to hear, Byron. Take care and I hope you and your family are doing well.
I’m sorry for your loss. having been to far too many funerals than I care for, grieving for a loved one is the hardest part of living. Take the time you need for the process, for reflection. And most of all be there for your family and for each other.
I’m sorry for your loss, B. Hang in there.
Best to you and your fam. Hang in there.
My sincerest apologies about your loss. I hope he lived a full and happy life. I pray that he has found peace away from this chaotic world.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
-DZL
Sorry to hear about your loss, B. There’s really no way to prepare yourself for the day your loved ones are gone. Wishing you the best during this time.
Stay strong.
I send you my deepest condolences. A clear moment to reflect. May time bring you peace.
-L
Thanks so much guys (and Anna). It means a lot.
I’m sorry to hear for your loss Byron. Your latest blog about your grandpa was very telling of all the great things brought by the older generation.
Thanks, Eric. It’s amazing when you think about how different generations face so many different conditions.