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I have had a crappy month. I am so sorry to announce the passing of my wife and first mate Brenda. It was sudden and unexpected. We had been Brats only a short time last year and our first gathering was the one we put on last August. It was so darn hot Brenda only came down for the pot luck. Some of you met her for a few hours. She was looking forward to cruising this summer and getting to know more Brats. Having lost our little Madison earlier this month and now Brenda, suffice to say I'm looking hard at life choices. It's short folks. I'm going to need to do all the tidy up of estate etc and then I think I'll go "walk about" for a while. I have family and friends hove to alongside at the moment and will get thru this period. I'll be on the water a lot this summer and hope to cross paths with many of you. When I first floated the idea of a C-dory to Brenda she said.."aren't they cute?" Being aboard the boat she says she always felt safe and secure. Keep a thought for me will you, I'm getting thru this but have had better years. I'll see you on the water and we'll hoist a beer to my lost mate. George
 
George, our hearts go out to you. I am so sorry and I feel so helpless.

You are among friends here, and we all hope you can find something from our hearts to help you.

Mike
 
OMG -

George my words will do little to ease the grief. The old adage about "time heals all wounds" seems cliche but it is true.

My recent personal experience with the quick loss of a mother and two dogs sustains the concept of a "walk about " as a good idea.

Hang in there - it'll get better :thup
 
George,

I didn't know Brenda, but I am so sorry to hear of her passing. What a terrible shock for you. I will keep you in my thoughts and hope for smoother sailing in the future. For now, take good care of yourself.

Best regards,

Kathleen :rose
 
George, our hearts go out to you. "Crappy month" doesn't begin to describe this situation. Life is fragile, and everyone understands that this ordeal is one heart beat away. Lean on those friends and family who are with you right now, and know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of the C-Brat family here.

Our sympathies,
Jim & Joan B.
 
Susan and I are very sorry to hear of your wifes passing. We remember you both from the wonderful gathering you put on. I have to say if susan passed Walkabout is all I would be good for. should you see us on the water from a distance Please stop and say Hi, as we will.
 
Too much to bear George, so very sorry for you. Remember the good times please with all you have loved. We'll be thinking of you.

Charlie and Sally
 
Marie and I send our heart felt sympathy. I cannot envision loosing my spouse--it is too painful. Our very best--and hope to meet you in the PNW this summer.
 
George, my heart goes out to you. I enjoyed meeting both of you at Nanaimo and can only imagine the grief you are dealing with. Know that you will be among friends when and if you are ready to congregate with us again.

Warren
 
Thank you so much everyone. I felt when we bought a C-Dory we were getting so much more than a boat. I have been blown away how much more we got. Having caring like minded folks who share the love of cruising and being on the water means so much.

Warren I look forward to seeing you at Montague, no worries once I get underway again I'll be doing more boating than ever. Brenda would want me to make new goals, dream new dreams and keep moving ahead. The gathering is unchanged please come

I'm thinking about how Bill and El have made a life about not working full time after 50 ish , I'll be working on it. See you out there soon, George :thup
 
Oh George, our hearts just sank as we read your message. We remember your first mate Brenda well from the wonderful gathering you both hosted last summer. We just don't even know what to say. "Crappy month" doesn't even begin to describe it. As Jim said, "life is fragile" and to be cherished.
You are a special fellow and your two messages sound very healthy to us -- grieving deeply yet looking to what tomorrow can bring.
Please accept our deepest condolences. We hope to spend some time with you this summer in Montigue. Bob & Betsy Burks
 
George,

Joe and I were just talking about Naniamo and the wonderful time we had there last year. We're so very sorry to hear about Brenda. Please accept our condolences.

Most sincerely,
Ruth and Joe
R-MATEY
 
George -

We just read your post about Brenda - we both have tears in our eyes and heartfelt sympathy and support for you. Such a special time we four have shared together - our lives have been brighter because of the time you two shared with us. Our thoughts are with you. Yes, walkabout and eyes ahead to the future - certainly the best choice and what Brenda would have wished for you. There is solace on the water for you as well - and good friends to be with. You are in our thoughts during this rough passage. Yes -life is short, every moment precious and treasured - memories are there to relish and sustain - and future moments to be lived as the two of you framed them - she will always be there for you, as a guide and support. She would have wished the best for you - and you cherish her by continuing with head up and an optimistic view ahead.
 
Thank you so much Bill and El for your kind thought ans words, as always your posts nurture and inspire me. I 'll get through this tough patch and you're right, Brenda would want me to keep on my path. Thanks again George
 
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