I apologize for my sudden absence, friends.
I flew to California last week to talk about books, art and process with my editor and current illustrator, and I got all caught up in things.
In a good way.
There was humor, wisdom and inspiration to spare, and I hope to access a little of that once I’m settled back at my desk.
But in the meantime, I am pausing with my family to say farewell to my father-in-law who has finally succumb to a seemingly endless one-on-one with cancer. Dear Jack — husband, dad, and granddad, lover of dogs. Attendant to poetry lovers and hummingbirds. You will be missed, but we’re grateful you’ve finally been given real rest.
We shall find peace. We shall hear angels,
we shall see the sky sparkling with diamonds.
— Chekov
Be well, everyone, and I’ll be back with regularity soon.
Oh Liz, I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs to you and your family.
My love to you and your family, Liz.
Liz, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love and peace to you and all your family.
Hugs and prayers to you and yours, Liz.
I’m so sorry, Liz. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sending love
I love the big comfort that accompanies the gathering around the death of a loved one. My thoughts are with you.
xo Bern
Sorry for your loss. I hope you find peace and light and room to relax this weekend. Miss you.
sparkling with diamonds
love that. peace and blessings to your family, liz.
-annette
Liz, I’m so sorry to hear about your father-in-law. Cancer is hard, and so is grief. I hope you and your family are finding comfort amid the sadness. It’s amazing to me how our bodies can hold so many strong emotions at once.
Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time. Hugs.
Thank you so much, everyone, for your kind and thoughtful wishes…