Memorial Service (lack thereof)

[astarte59]

After an very stressful Tuesday, my father (Atara's ex-husband) and I decided it would be best for both my brother and the rest of the immediate family to not hold an official service. It pains me knowing that all of my mom's friends who would have been able to make it to a memorial service won't be able to say goodbye in the traditional way. But

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[shapinglight]

I would like to make a donation in Atara's name (via Paypal, if that's possible, as I live in the UK) but there is no need to send me anything in return.

[tod_hollykim]

Maybe if your mother's friends can work it out somehow, there could be a memorial gather that is also a fund raiser for MS?

[anotherglimpse]

Sarah..I am definitely interested in making a donation to MS Society; I think that is a wonderful idea. I am also willing to help organize an informal get together if Atara's friends are interested. I'll email you my email if you want to post it.

I send you strength, courage and even though we know you're not very "huggy," lots and lots of hugs.

Cynthia

[astarte59]

It would mean a lot if you would organize something. I have to admit that I just don't have the energy or time to do it myself. Thank you so much, both for offering to help and for the kind words.

good idea

[biowriter]

I really think you made the right decision. Many of the feelings that would be shared in a traditional memorial service can be shared in this space, and what matters most is you and Brad. I also think the donation is a great idea, and sharing some of your mom's things. Make sure you keep the best for yourself, though.

Thank you so much for keeping all of us informed at what must be an incredibly hard time for you. Much love.

[anysia]

As a long time lurker on the Tim Powers Yahoo group, and visits here, I wanted to extend my condolence to you and your family for your loss. I never got to meet her in person, but I very much enjoyed her posts on the Powers group, and her icon library she created here.