That is heartbreaking news, RI! I am terribly sorry. I am here for you if you need to talk. It is all a little much for me—the way the world is going—and I have not faced such a terrible loss of a family member. My heart goes out to you and your family.Res Ipsa wrote: ↑Mon Sep 15, 2025 2:13 amThanks, Kish. Things are rough for me right now. About 20 months ago my mom had some health issues and came to live with my family. I’ve spent most of my time and energy since then helping her get physically and mentally well. This summer, she was doing so well that she moved into a wonderful assisted living facility about a mile from my home. She quickly made lots of friends and was really enjoying herself for the first time in a couple years. And then last week she just dropped dead while getting ready for bed. I’m still mostly numb and not very functional. My sibs and I are supporting each other, and I have solid support from friends and family. Kirk’s murder and the vicious backlash hit me especially hard. I’ll get through, but it’s all too much for me right now.
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Dude, RI, I’m sorry to hear that, too. Losing your mom feels awful.Res Ipsa wrote: ↑Mon Sep 15, 2025 2:13 amThanks, Kish. Things are rough for me right now. About 20 months ago my mom had some health issues and came to live with my family. I’ve spent most of my time and energy since then helping her get physically and mentally well. This summer, she was doing so well that she moved into a wonderful assisted living facility about a mile from my home. She quickly made lots of friends and was really enjoying herself for the first time in a couple years. And then last week she just dropped dead while getting ready for bed. I’m still mostly numb and not very functional. My sibs and I are supporting each other, and I have solid support from friends and family. Kirk’s murder and the vicious backlash hit me especially hard. I’ll get through, but it’s all too much for me right now.Kishkumen wrote: ↑Sun Sep 14, 2025 7:12 pm
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I'm so sorry to hear that, RI. My heart goes out to you and your loved ones. I'm sure you will, but don't forget to give yourself time and care.Res Ipsa wrote: ↑Mon Sep 15, 2025 2:13 amThanks, Kish. Things are rough for me right now. About 20 months ago my mom had some health issues and came to live with my family. I’ve spent most of my time and energy since then helping her get physically and mentally well. This summer, she was doing so well that she moved into a wonderful assisted living facility about a mile from my home. She quickly made lots of friends and was really enjoying herself for the first time in a couple years. And then last week she just dropped dead while getting ready for bed. I’m still mostly numb and not very functional. My sibs and I are supporting each other, and I have solid support from friends and family. Kirk’s murder and the vicious backlash hit me especially hard. I’ll get through, but it’s all too much for me right now.
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Res, it saddens me that you are going through this right now. Please take the best possible care of yourself during this difficult time.Res Ipsa wrote: ↑Mon Sep 15, 2025 2:13 amThanks, Kish. Things are rough for me right now. About 20 months ago my mom had some health issues and came to live with my family. I’ve spent most of my time and energy since then helping her get physically and mentally well. This summer, she was doing so well that she moved into a wonderful assisted living facility about a mile from my home. She quickly made lots of friends and was really enjoying herself for the first time in a couple years. And then last week she just dropped dead while getting ready for bed. I’m still mostly numb and not very functional. My sibs and I are supporting each other, and I have solid support from friends and family. Kirk’s murder and the vicious backlash hit me especially hard. I’ll get through, but it’s all too much for me right now.
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Thank you all for your kindness. It means more than you know.
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Res Ipsa,Res Ipsa wrote: ↑Mon Sep 15, 2025 2:13 amThanks, Kish. Things are rough for me right now. About 20 months ago my mom had some health issues and came to live with my family. I’ve spent most of my time and energy since then helping her get physically and mentally well. This summer, she was doing so well that she moved into a wonderful assisted living facility about a mile from my home. She quickly made lots of friends and was really enjoying herself for the first time in a couple years. And then last week she just dropped dead while getting ready for bed. I’m still mostly numb and not very functional. My sibs and I are supporting each other, and I have solid support from friends and family. Kirk’s murder and the vicious backlash hit me especially hard. I’ll get through, but it’s all too much for me right now.Kishkumen wrote: ↑Sun Sep 14, 2025 7:12 pm
I hope all is well with you, RI. I miss having you here with us, and I am glad you check in now and then. I hope your family is making it OK in this terrible time. Thank you for your concern. I hope someday I can live up to your positive estimation of my character.
Death of one's mother is hard. It will take some time to get your feet solid again. My prayer and good wish for you
Kirk's murder is tragic for our country leaving a dark cloud for us all at this time.
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Thank you, Huck.
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I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. I know what it's like to lose one's parents.Res Ipsa wrote: ↑Mon Sep 15, 2025 2:13 am
Thanks, Kish. Things are rough for me right now. About 20 months ago my mom had some health issues and came to live with my family. I’ve spent most of my time and energy since then helping her get physically and mentally well. This summer, she was doing so well that she moved into a wonderful assisted living facility about a mile from my home. She quickly made lots of friends and was really enjoying herself for the first time in a couple years. And then last week she just dropped dead while getting ready for bed. I’m still mostly numb and not very functional. My sibs and I are supporting each other, and I have solid support from friends and family. Kirk’s murder and the vicious backlash hit me especially hard. I’ll get through, but it’s all too much for me right now.
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Thanks for your kindness, Gunnar.
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