With a heavy heart, I want to let everyone know Laura passed early this morning. She played her last “passing shot” in this realm with dignity and grace. She wasn’t alone. She was surrounded with love. Our sister-in-law, niece and I spent yesterday afternoon with her. Everyone came by to give her love and say goodbye. The “important ones”, Tracy, Prince, Mamma and Wink kept her warm and safe till her peaceful transition. The love and support shown during her final moments are a beautiful reflection of the connections she nurtured, and It’s a testament to the impact she had on the lives of those around her.
“Losing” someone for 12 years is a deeply emotional experience. It’s sometimes very hard to put into words. But I can tell you it wasn’t always pretty! I can also tell you it requires tremendous resilience and strength I didn’t know I had. As Bob Marley said, “You never know how strong you are, until being strong is your only choice”. True that!! I also know that I could not have done it without the support of #Tracy Robinson, (“the Brit” or as Laura would sometimes say, “the Britch”), #Silverado SJC and their amazing staff, the numerous support groups I attended over the years, family, friends (especially my Bootcamp girls!) and of course my girlfriend, Jennifer.
I have lots of pictures and videos from almost 21 years together. Here’s rub about memories; they may both comfort and ache, as they serve as bittersweet reminders of moments shared and cherished. Remembering the joy, love and laughter that we shared will be a source of solace, (so they tell me…) and so will Ben & Jerry’s!!
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Our condolences Rhonda. She is in our sweet memories as well with her warm smile. Tri and Cengiz
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My sincere condolences to you, Rhonda, and all your loved ones who were family. I know you were an incredible partner, wife, and cheerleader for Laura and I hope you find comfort in all the ways you loved her unconditionally. The pain of transition is only experienced by those left behind; know a new star has been born in the night sky and she is always there gazing over you… look to the night sky when you need her and she is there. Always and forever. My sympathies, Deb
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Thanks for your kind words. Means a lot to me.
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So sorry Rhonda Laura was so lucky to have you looking out for her. The words you wrote were perfect.
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Thanks for all your love and support over the years. I still remember dancing at the “old folks home”! how fun.
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I’m so sorry to hear she’s passed. As I said the other day, I couldn’t see “my” Laura in those pictures, but the final notice is devastating. May she rest in peace and you make sure to take good care of yourself. Grief will always be there, but as you’ve learned, we build a life around it to survive. Take care, dear Rhonda.
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