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Hannah Dennison's avatar

Thank you for sharing this. It touched my heart and my soul.

Luisa A Jones's avatar

Thank you for sharing this beautiful, heartfelt tribute to your brother.

Fiona Woodifield's avatar

So sorry for your loss. Such a beautiful post, it's brought tears to my eyes and also I wanted to say I can so relate, as I couldn't write at all when I lost my dear dad three years ago. Especially not my usual light hearted romances!

In desperation I wrote anything, mostly miserable depressing stuff about how devastated I was, which I kept on a word document. It was like turning the tap on and eventually I was able to write more cheerfully again and create the next novel, though it took time.

So lovely about the hare, totally understand as since losing both my mum and dad, there have been such encounters, particularly with butterflies, which is a great comfort. Sending a huge hug xx

Barbara Copperthwaite's avatar

I’m so sorry for your loss. The little signs and moments really help, though, don’t they. Thanks so much for sharing your experience with me.

Nicola Blackwell's avatar

Beautifully written Barbara and your love for your brother shines through so strongly. ❤️

Barbara Copperthwaite's avatar

That’s very kind of you; thank you.

Wordkindling's avatar

What a heart-breaking post, Barbara. Thank you for your bravery in writing it.

Barbara Copperthwaite's avatar

Thank you for taking the time to read it.