Recollecting and connecting

[greatbearmd]

Often is the time I regretted getting to know someone. In this case, it was danbearnyc, whose erudite commentary seemed found in so many friend's entries. Being already saddled with an overly large 'friends list' and having trouble keeping up with everyone as it was, I have been hesitant adding even more folk to my alphabet soup knowing that it would

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[djmadadam]

This is the second acquaintance now in just the span of a week and a half that has passed away. I kind of feel numb.

[kymutt]

It is sad when someone you know, even indirectly in such a manner, leaves before you get a chance to truly know them. It is, in my opinion, a sign of your character that in such a moment, you realize and embrace the connections you've made. The pledge to maintain, strengthen, and expand those connections is admirable...and though I don't know the individual who passed (like you, I knew of him via friends' LJs) I have a feelin' he is most pleased that he could be a catalyst in this. Big hugs to you, Phil.

[teddyb]

A very thought-provoking post, Phil. Thanks for writing that. You put down in words many things I've been thinking over the past few days, but expressed them far better than I could.

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, and thanks for being one of the people whose friendship I have come to treasure as a result of meeting in this online community.

Big hugs to you, bud!

[2stroker]

You are one of the people I want to meet in person someday soon! I hope it is sooner rather than later too. Dan and I talked about getting together a few times,we lived fairly close,but it never was to be. Sad how that happens .

[arktos62]

It's hard when this kind of thing happens. But it's also a wakeup call to the rest of us to make the most of the time we still have. I hope that time will include a meeting with your good self. In the meantime, be assured of my good wishes to you and yours in the coming days and the coming year.