Friday, August 12, 2011

16 March, 1957 to 12 August, 2011



I don't want the sun to go down on this day. It's strange that yesterday as we drove to say our goodbyes it was such a perfect afternoon and everything looked so especially beautiful. Returning only 24 hours later it is equally as perfect and yet today I don't want the sun to go down. Everything is different now, tomorrow a new life begins for us all, one without my darling brother in it. He was so brave, so unbelievably strong against the odds and till the very end.


My darling Michael. For all the things you'll never do, and all the things you'll no longer see, I will always carry you with me and you'll always be here. Thank you for always loving me so and making me feel so very special.


28 comments:

Kiki said...

What a beautiful post for your brother. I want you to know there are so many of us who have sore hearts reading this.

I wish I was close by for a wine and the softest tissues ever.

xKx

Jo said...

oh... I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family, and I'm shedding a tear for you right now... much love, Jo x

visiteur said...

if I could send you all the courage of the world, I would do it. You are all in my thoughts. xoxo, Christelle

Jeana Marie said...

I am so, so very sorry for your loss.

Angie said...

A beautiful post.

Thinking of you.

Christie said...

So sorry Vic

x

Julia said...

V, I am so, so sorry. You're world is forever altered. My love to you and yours right now. x

Sandy said...

My heart is aching for you and your family. I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. Thinking of you and sending you hugs. xx

leslie said...

so, so sorry to hear this news, vic. i know virtual hugs from a relative stranger don't really help, but i am sending them anyway. x

CC said...

Beautiful words, Victoria. I am so, so sorry for your loss.

Anna said...

I can't put into words how sorry I am. I've been reading a while and I think this is my first comment. Your tribute to your brother (and the wonderful picture) is beautiful. I wish that you feel his love always. Thank you for sharing a little of your family with us. xo

Manda said...

thinking of you x x

Susan said...

such a beautiful post for you brother. Hope you can find strength and comfort during this impossibly hard time. xx

Anonymous said...

sad news victoria,
your words are lovely.
i hope you can find some comfort in the memories you shared with your brother.
thinking of you and your family...
catherine.
x

Sarah said...

Oh Vic oh Vic oh Vic.

(big deep breath)

(speechless)

(sending warm hugs and thoughts your way)

Bek said...

So sorry. Thinking of you x

Lindsay said...

I'm so sorry for your loss Victoria. Lots of love Lindsay x

two little buttons said...

so sorry victoria, what a beautiful post. may yur wonderful memories help you through.
love and peace xoxo

Soo said...

I'm so sorry for your loss.
Thinking of you and your family.
xS

Pina said...

Oh, I am so sorry for your loss, Victoria. Thinking of you. ox

Wendy said...

We have never met but I love to visit this lovely space of yours. Iam so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful way to remember your brother.

Wendy

Emily said...

So very sorry for your loss, Victoria. Thinking of you and your family x

Evie said...

im so sorry for your loss my thoughts and condolences are with you and your family xx

Preets said...

We don't know each other, but I love your blog -- you have a beautiful family and approach to life. Wishing you all the strength in the world during this difficult time. I hope you and your family will be able to find comfort in each other and in your shared memories of your brother.

Anonymous said...

What a gorgeous heartfelt post! You brother was very blessed to have such a caring sister. Take care.

one claire day said...

I'm so sorry to hear of your very sad loss. Thank you for your lovely comment at my blog about my own loss. It's a tough time... hope you're doing okay.

Anonymous said...

We don't know each other, but I do follow and enjoy your blog. My heartfelt condolences for your family's loss. Your words have made me cry today. Light and strength to you all. xx

Kristi said...

i am deeply sorry victoria. x.