I've mentioned my Great-Aunt Irene before. She'll be 108 in less than a month. Last week, Irene's daughter (her only child) died. I didn't attend the funeral, but I hear that as family and friends gathered to pay respects and to offer condolences and comfort, Aunt Irene shared her own solace: "My darling Marion and I had been together for 87 years."
:olafur eliasson, beauty
6.09.2008
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Wow. I'm sorry for your loss.
At the same time, your Great Aunt Irene's comment is beautiful and uplifting.
I would like to convey my condolences to you and your family at this time.
What a piercingly poignant thing for your great-aunt to say at her daughter's funeral.
I'm sorry for her and your loss, but it sounds like Aunt Irene has lovely perspective.
So sorry for your loss, Diana. And I agree with everyone else's comments here -- a truly touching and beautiful remembrance by your Great Aunt Irene.
Lori
Bless her. What an amazing story.
Many thanks for your kind words. Each one of you is a great inspiration to me.
Aunt Irene is extraordinary.
Oh my goodness. My heart is breaking for Great Aunt Irene. I wish you and your family much support and love.
I am going to read more about your Great Aunt Irene. She must be an amazing woman.
increible story!
How moving. I feel your sadness - and your great aunt's too. She sounds like an exceptional lady.
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