This is all new to me and I'm really not sure anyone might even care what I write and to whom I write about.... This media is sort of an electronic version of graffiti - of course without the artwork. So much is always on my mind, so I'm glad that I can express myself.
Perhaps something that I write can help, influence or amuse a reader - this is an abyss and the journey is about to begin. So hold on for an exciting ride!
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My apologies if you are reading this twice. Blogging is new to me and not sure my first comments went through.
Although I worked with Linda for a short time, she is one of those people that remains in your thoughts forever. There was something about her smile - not just warm but so kind and genuine. When I would pass her office and she would smile it just invited you in for a chat. Most of our chats consisted of how we were once again going to get rid of that extra ten pounds. And always we lamented on how hard it was to get it off and how easy (and fun) it was to put it back on.
I know the excruciating pain that comes with the loss of a parent and hope sharing a survival tactic my sisters and I used after the sudden loss of my dad will help you through those early days. When one of my three sisters or I "lost" it, we would declare the next hour dedicated to sharing funny dad stories. The laughter helped push away the sadness for awhile and reminded us once again how lucky we were to have such an incredible person in our lives. May your pain pass quickly and the joy of your memories overcome your grief. Bill & Donna Robbins
Dear Ira & family,
I am still in shock after reading the news about Linda, but I want to write this to thank you for allowing us all to share in your grief.
Almost 30 years ago, my family lost a close family member (my sister)in an accident. We were so paralyzed by grief, that we found it difficult - if not impossible - to communicate with others about it. I've often regretted that, not "allowing" my sister's many friends and acquaintances to share in my family's grief. But this was a long time ago - many eons away in terms of technology.. To be able to use your blog to share your grief with us - and allowing us to share it with you - is amazing. Thank you again.
Linda and I got to know each other more than 15 years ago. I was just starting out in the US meeting & incentive industry, having moved here from another country. I set out to promote my destination to as many companies as I possibly could, and was lucky enough to run into Linda at one of my very first appointments.
I was new, scared, and slightly wet behind the ears, but Linda immediately made me feel comfortable. In fact, she made me feel like a I was the best sales woman in the world! That unique ability to make others feel so "special" is just one of her many gifts, and because of that gift I have often credited Linda with giving me the best possible, and encouraging, start in the industry..
Over the years we became more and more friendly, even though we never spent time with each other on a regular basis. A chat now and then, but always trying to squeeze in that annual lunch. This year it was early spring, which must have been just a few months before she received her dreadful diagnosis.
Our lunches were always the same: five minutes about work, then all about family - hers and mine. Linda's incredible pride in her grandchildren, and all the wonderful trips she and her husband were able to share with them.
I also remember one early story, from one of her trips to Germany or Switzerland. Linda, who had recently become a grandma for the first time, beamed when she unveiled her special souvenir: a pair of miniature "lederhosen" for her new grandson. The cutest, funniest thing - and so typical Linda.
My warmest thoughts are with you all.
Marie Burewall
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