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Old 10-19-2014, 01:33 PM
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So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
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Old 10-19-2014, 03:16 PM
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The support here has really been wonderful guys. I wish I could articulate my feelings but right now everything is a haze.

But if you don't mind indulging me for a moment I'd like to share a couple of stories because I have no one else to speak to tonight. Writing them out makes me feel like they have more substance, if that makes sense.

I could never beat him at pool, but he would intentionally miss to let me win because he didn't want to hurt my feelings, even the times our games would last hours (I was that bad).

He helped me do my paper round every day for two years. He only asked I pay him a can of tizer a day.

I still can't beat his time trials on Mario Kart.

He once fell asleep on the train and ended up in another part of the country. Despite not turning up to interview, he still managed to get the job over the phone.

I have hundreds. It just helps to type them out.
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Old 10-19-2014, 03:22 PM
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Thats really nice Thomas big hugs dude
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Old 10-19-2014, 03:26 PM
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Great stories, Thomas.
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Old 10-19-2014, 03:39 PM
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I am so very sorry for your loss.
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Old 10-19-2014, 04:17 PM
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So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for you and your family.
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Old 10-19-2014, 04:20 PM
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He sounded so good and kind Thomas. So glad you have so many good memories of him.
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Old 10-19-2014, 04:45 PM
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G'day Tom

Hugs and condolences mate.

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Old 10-19-2014, 04:56 PM
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Your memories of your brother are sweet. Hold onto to them, Thomas.
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Old 10-19-2014, 05:09 PM
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It's wonderful you have good memories. Keep them like treasure. I'm very sorry for your loss.
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Old 10-19-2014, 05:21 PM
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Very sorry to hear Tom, prayers sent.
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Old 10-19-2014, 05:36 PM
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So sorry Thomas. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Old 10-19-2014, 05:55 PM
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Thomas I am so very very sorry... I am without words, but my heart hurts for you.

Thank you for sharing those stories about your dear brother. they are precious things, those beautiful memories. He sounds like a terrific brother.

I believe in Heaven- a perfect peace and loving light.

prayers for you and your family.
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Old 10-19-2014, 05:58 PM
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So sorry Thomas. I think what you said about honoring his memory by not drinking is a beautiful gift to his memory and to yourself. Your SR friends are thinking of you!
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Old 10-19-2014, 06:05 PM
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So very sorry for your loss.
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Old 10-19-2014, 06:10 PM
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I am so sorry. You sound strong and I admire you for how you are coping with this terrible loss. Try and take care of yourself.
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Old 10-19-2014, 06:17 PM
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So sad to hear about your loss. Here's a link you might find helpful. Give them a look. They may be able to help you make sense of what happened.

Coping with Suicide Loss - The Samaritans

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Old 10-19-2014, 06:29 PM
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Thoughts, prayers, and comfort to you and your family.
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Old 10-19-2014, 07:03 PM
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So sad and sorry to hear, Tom.
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Old 10-19-2014, 07:19 PM
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So sorry for your loss. Hugs.
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