Nov

4

2009

Farewell

I’m shutting up shop for a bit. MrSpud’s wonderful father died today and it doesn’t feel right to be wittering on here at such a time. There’s plenty to say of course, but he was an immensely private man and he would hate me to twitter on in public. So I will limit myself to saying that he was the BEST of men, and I am truly blessed to have had such a father-in-law. I loved him so dearly, and feel bitter on behalf of all of us that he’s been snatched away.

Only a few weeks ago I wrote that they broke the mould when they made my Grandad….and now I’m saying that they broke the mould when they made Batman (as the Megaboys call him) too. But it’s true. He was one a zillion… a LION of a man, so kind, so funny, so driven, so loyal, so smart, so unassuming, so optimistic….just ’so’…

There was a magnificent sunset this afternoon, right around when he died, shortly followed by a huge, harvest moon. Quite a show, quite a send off I thought…but then he was quite a man, so it was entirely fitting.

Farewell Batman. You never converted me to eggs benedict, or Scandi jazz…but you were on to a winner with those fruit beers. Cheers to you, lovely lovely perfect man xxx

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38 Responses to “Farewell”

  1. LoulaM, on November 4th, 2009 at 8:48 pm Said:

    I’m so sorry Spud, that is so sad. Sending lots of love to you all xxx

    RIP Batman xx

  2. Fidgeting Gidget, on November 4th, 2009 at 8:48 pm Said:

    Aww, Spud. I’m so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

  3. Liss, on November 4th, 2009 at 8:53 pm Said:

    Take care, I am very sorry for your loss.

  4. Janna, on November 4th, 2009 at 9:21 pm Said:

    Oh Spud. I don’t know what to say. That’s utterly devastating for you all. So sorry xx

  5. Kristina, on November 4th, 2009 at 9:33 pm Said:

    dearest Spud, I’m so sorry. I’m thinking about you and your family.
    Kristina
    xxx

  6. Jeannette, on November 4th, 2009 at 9:37 pm Said:

    What a terrible sad day for you and your family! My heart goes out to you and your loved ones.
    Take care sweet Spud!

  7. Ellie, on November 4th, 2009 at 9:53 pm Said:

    Oh Spud,sorry to hear your sad news. Take care and I’m sure there will be lots of us looking out for your return.

  8. Sara, on November 4th, 2009 at 9:54 pm Said:

    Many virtual hugs are crossing the ocean for you and your loved ones, Spud. I’m so sorry for the loss of someone who was so obviously dear.

  9. Steph, on November 4th, 2009 at 9:57 pm Said:

    I am so very sorry. His memory will live on forever xx All my thoughts are with you and the family xxx

  10. marion, on November 4th, 2009 at 10:02 pm Said:

    Love, peace and comfort to you all.
    Hugs.Hugs.Hugs.

  11. An Open Heart, on November 4th, 2009 at 10:10 pm Said:

    Aawww, Spud, I am sooo sorry. My heart aches for you and yours. Sending love and friendship…..come back as soon as you can.

    ♥
    S

  12. Kim, on November 4th, 2009 at 10:14 pm Said:

    I’m so truly sorry for your family’s loss.

  13. Bee, on November 4th, 2009 at 10:28 pm Said:

    I saw that harvest moon — huge and lovely.
    Beautiful tribute, even as you shied away from it.
    I’m so very sorry for your family’s loss.
    xx

  14. Sam, on November 4th, 2009 at 10:38 pm Said:

    My condolences to all Chez Spud.

  15. francesca, on November 4th, 2009 at 11:35 pm Said:

    I’m so sorry for your loss Spud. Lots of love to you and all your boys xxx

  16. Deb Daley, on November 5th, 2009 at 2:29 am Said:

    The Unity Prayer

    The light of God surrounds you
    The love of God enfolds you
    The power of God protects you
    The presence of God watches over you
    Wherever you are, God is.

    Amen

    Blessings to you and your family

  17. Lyanne(wife), on November 5th, 2009 at 7:45 am Said:

    Beautiful words. Thoughts are with you all and especially mrS. Xx

  18. Redbedhead, on November 5th, 2009 at 9:12 am Said:

    Love to you, Mr Spud and the rest of the family. My thoughts are with you. xxx

  19. Soozie, on November 5th, 2009 at 9:15 am Said:

    It was a beautiful harvest moon and your words shine just like it did. Lots of love to you all xxx

  20. Redhead, on November 5th, 2009 at 9:35 am Said:

    So sorry to hear your sad news.

  21. Clare, on November 5th, 2009 at 9:38 am Said:

    So sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself and your family. X

  22. The Fragrant Muse, on November 5th, 2009 at 11:27 am Said:

    You are right to take a break. I will miss you, as will everyone, but please be with your family and whenever you return we will be waiting with open arms. Sending love and deep condolences to you and Mr. Spud. XOXOXO Liz

  23. Karin, on November 5th, 2009 at 11:27 am Said:

    I am so sorry for your loss. He sounds like a wonderful man indeed. I wish you and your family a lot of strength.

  24. CatLadyLarew, on November 5th, 2009 at 12:02 pm Said:

    Love and hugs to you all, Spud.

  25. OTIN, on November 5th, 2009 at 3:33 pm Said:

    (((((HUGZ))))) Sorry to hear this. :(

  26. Lisa Fellows, on November 5th, 2009 at 4:51 pm Said:

    I’m so sorry to see your news Spud. Much love to you, MrS and the Megaboys x

  27. Daisy011078, on November 5th, 2009 at 8:27 pm Said:

    Thinking of you and MrS & your boys. x

  28. B, on November 5th, 2009 at 9:40 pm Said:

    I’m so sorry, Spud, we’re certainly going to miss you! Big hug to you, your husband and the Megaboys!

  29. Funky Slug, on November 6th, 2009 at 12:41 am Said:

    So very very sorry to hear that Judith. That’s terrible news… I really don’t have much else to add other than I’ll be thinking of you in these difficult times…

  30. Optimistic Pessimist, on November 6th, 2009 at 2:23 am Said:

    Hugs. Will be thinking of you lots.

  31. Top Bird @ Wee Birdy, on November 6th, 2009 at 2:43 pm Said:

    Oh, I’m so, so sorry to hear about your pa-in-law. Thinking of you and all the little spuds. xxxx

  32. Eliane, on November 6th, 2009 at 4:36 pm Said:

    sorry to read about death again. may the force be with you! hugs!

  33. Stacey, on November 7th, 2009 at 5:05 pm Said:

    So sorry, Spud! Blessings to you and yours at this time of grief.

  34. Hanzy, on November 7th, 2009 at 9:23 pm Said:

    i have no words to convey how sorry i am. sending love and strength to you and all your boys. xx

  35. Kate McP, on November 8th, 2009 at 11:10 am Said:

    Oh Spud. So, so sorry for you all. Much love xxx

  36. Amber, on November 8th, 2009 at 4:46 pm Said:

    Sending thoughts and prayers your way. What a wonderful person he sounds like and how lovely that he was surrounded by a loving family too. xxx

  37. marinik, on November 9th, 2009 at 8:27 pm Said:

    oh spud… i’m so sorry… my heart and thoughts are with you

  38. marinik, on November 11th, 2009 at 9:12 pm Said:

    just thinking of you…wanted to stop by and check on ya, hugs and kisses

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