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Old 09-July-2009, 07:41 PM
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Henrik, my condolences.
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Henrik, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts as you work things out - my best wishes to you.
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Henrik,
Just to add, my thoughts are with you too. We look forward to your return.
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You will be in my thoughts with this sad news Henrik.
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As I've said before, this sort of thread is the only place where I'll make "me, too" posts.

So me, too.
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I, too, am sorry to hear this, Henrik. My condolences.
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Henrik, my condolences to you and yours.
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Aw, darn it.

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Like Gillian said: me, too.
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Henirk, Very sorry for you and your loved ones.
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Me too--come back soon.
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My sympathies as well, Henrik. pete
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There is never anything one can say that really helps in situations like this. Nonetheless, my sympathies, Henrik.
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As Van Rijn said words are not enough in these sad situations....

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Thank you all for the kind words.
Though you may feel it's very little to do, they do help me in this situation.

If anyone wants to help the family or just read a bit more about who she was and how she died, check my post in my visitor messages.

The funeral will be Friday, I expect to get back to moderating some time next week.
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Dear Henrik

Deepest condolences to you. I am so sorry. Words are useless just now.
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Wow. Unbelievable. Doesn't seem fair. Anne's family are in my thoughts and prayers, Henryk. My little problems seem very petty now.

Doesn't sound like it should have happened:

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I hope the family is consulting a good lawyer. Seriously. A kid just starting out on life shouldn't have to put up with that.
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If anyone wants to help the family or just read a bit more about who she was and how she died, check my post in my visitor messages.
I nearly lost a mother-in-law this way, so I know that it can happen.

Again, my condolences, Henrik. It's a very kind and generous thing for you to do.
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Sending some cosmic vibes your way, Henrik. <<<vibes>>>

My condolences to you.

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