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Post by woodeye on May 11, 2023 9:23:59 GMT -6
I would like to Thank all of my gardening friends here on the forum for their continued prayers and support during the 2+ year battle that my brother had against lung cancer and heart disease. He never gave up on living, but knew all during the course of battle that the odds were for the most part against him.
When he first got the diagnosis of lung cancer in January 2021, he and I had "the talk". It was a conversation that neither of us enjoyed, but was of upmost importance. At the end of our conversation that day, he told me that he would fight it and never give up. I assured him that I would be with him all the way through, for as long as the battle lasted.
Unfortunately, the battle for his life took many turns, some expected, some not. I learned a lot along the way, some good things, some things not so good. There were many highs and lows, but sadly, there were not many good days during his last 2 months.
Time will heal some things about the loss of my younger brother and best friend, but the memory of all the good times we had together will never fade.
I have made a decision to forego additional gardening in the Iron Curtain this year, and my hope is that all the members of this forum understand my decision to do so. Make no mistake, I've not lost the will to garden, I plan to begin anew in 2024.
Thank You so much for your prayers and support, which gave me the strength to deal with all things, some about Chester, some about me.
Chester passed away in his sleep May 5, 2023. I Thank God for letting me enjoy having him as a brother and best friend for 66 years, and allowing him to pass peacefully from this life.
Thank You All Sincerely, Teddy
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Post by amyinowasso on May 11, 2023 9:34:29 GMT -6
I am so very sorry to hear this. There are no words. May you find comfort in the time a head.
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Post by chrysanthemum on May 11, 2023 18:09:27 GMT -6
Thank you for sharing your “final thoughts” with us, Woodeye. I am so sorry that you have suffered this loss, and I certainly understand that other things need to take priority over the garden at this point in time. I will keep praying for you as you grieve.
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Post by macmex on May 11, 2023 18:57:33 GMT -6
Understood. My prayers are still with you!
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Post by heavyhitterokra on May 11, 2023 20:37:20 GMT -6
Teddy,
That is a heart wrenching tragedy. My condolences. My heart goes out to you. If you lived near me, I'd garden on your behalf. There are no words for the sorrow I feel for you. You are a good man and have been a true friend for many moons. Please keep in touch.
Ron
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Post by FrostyTurnip on May 11, 2023 22:59:07 GMT -6
Woodeye,
The gate to my garden is always open for you. I think it’s going to be a good garden year. Mi casa, su casa. Hang on tight, my friend. This one is a doozy.
Yeshua bless you and shine his light on you.
bon
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Post by hmoosek on May 11, 2023 23:01:06 GMT -6
Teddy, I’m so proud to call you a friend and I know in my heart Chester was glad to have you as a brother and in his corner for his final fight. I also know these coming months will be hard for you as you process your loss and look back on your time with him. I pray to The Good Lord he gives you strength and peace. Next year will be our gardening year.
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Post by rdback on May 12, 2023 8:14:42 GMT -6
Teddy, since you and I have already "talked" there's no need in repeating it here, other than to say again, we're all here and if you need anything at all, just let us know. Take care my friend.
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