Last night Ericka's brother called to let us know that she had been found deceased in Portland after a concerned property manager requested a wellness check.
While the kids and I have been on our own for going on six years, her presence always lingered as we wondered where she was, our grief incomplete. Now we grieve all over again, though with the closure of finality at last.
My heart is utterly broken, even though there was never any realistic possibility of reconciliation or redemption or whatever. At least she is finally at peace.
Brother, I am sorry – for your kids, for you, and for her. I only knew her when she was good, and those are memories I'll continue to cherish. _/\_
ReplyDeleteYou know me as stuckinlodi. I'm so sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry. Much love to you and the kids.
ReplyDeleteI'm logged in as Towa, but showed up as unknown. Whatever.
DeleteMy heart hurts for you. Sending love to you and the kids.
ReplyDeleteIt's shattering news. I've wondered so many times about her. Let there be peace. (Mary Lundeen)
ReplyDeleteMy love and condolences to you and the kids.
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