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Post by Karen on May 3, 2005 16:13:22 GMT -5
I know...that night I actually pulled something in my jaw and was dehydrated from laughing so much. Especially when Patti oh so innocently offered her meatballs as well... LOL!! {{Erin}}
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Post by Wendy on May 3, 2005 16:19:02 GMT -5
{{{Jan}}} It's been the same for me - the tearing. Patti was (I'm having trouble saying 'was) such a beautiful person - inside and out. What a tribute this site is to her humanity! I'm with Shan on doing what it takes to keep us all together and build on what Patti and Vlad and the original S'cubies have started. I was thinking about what a blessing all of you N'ubies have been. Like babies, you have breathed new life and excitement into the place. A lot of that is because of Patti's devotion to our S'cubie home and how she made it such a welcoming haven. I really believe Patti would want us all to carry on with the board. This place means so much to so many people and I know Patti would want us to always have this place to come home to. The outpouring of support from S'cubies far and wide, S'cubies old and new has been amazing. While we are all thinking of ways to honor Patti, I would like to make a small suggestion. I would like for us to all come together at a particular time and do something to honor her. I'm not sure what, maybe all release balloons at the same time for her, or all make a pact to be on the board, just something that we can all take part in at the same time, no matter where on this planet we live.
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Post by Rob on May 3, 2005 16:30:16 GMT -5
Last night, after we finally got the news, I kept thinking about S'cubiefest, remembering how happy Patti was. And it was absolutely killing me to know she wouldn't be there in September to watch Serenity with us, or reprise her duet of "I'll Never Tell" with Rob, or just joke with us with that wonderful, soft drawl of hers. But as I kept flashing on images from S'cubiefest, remembering Patti's face when she first saw the umbrella we gave her for being Board Protector, it occured to me how lucky she was--because she knew, without doubt, how much we loved and valued her. She knew she'd built something very special, and that she had friends--a family--who would always cherish and be there for her. She knew she belonged somewhere, that she'd never be alone, and that she mattered so much to so many people. And knowing all of that is such a rare and precious gift, one that far too many people go their whole lives without experiencing. I'm so glad and so thankful Patti felt that in her life, because she was far too special for it to have been otherwise. Patti, you were our patron saint, and will forever be our Board Protector. I'm remembering when Rae and I collaborated on that umbrella...though "collaborated" might not be the operative term. She did all the lovely creative work that went into it. My little creative contribution was the inscription on the little plate attached to it: Every Night You Save Us I'll never forget how moved she was at the sight of it.
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Post by Queen E on May 3, 2005 16:32:55 GMT -5
I'm remembering when Rae and I collaborated on that umbrella...though "collaborated" might not be the operative term. She did all the lovely creative work that went into it. My little creative contribution was the inscription on the side: Every Night You Save Us I'll never forget how moved she was at the sight of it. Hey Rob. {{{ROB}}}
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Post by Rob on May 3, 2005 16:36:45 GMT -5
Hey. ((Erin)) You doing ok?
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Post by leftylady on May 3, 2005 16:38:06 GMT -5
I've only been reading the boards for a relatively short time and posting for even less, but even in this brief span I have come to see what a close group the S'cubies are and know what a loss this will be to the community. It is especially touching to see everyone come together in the sadness just as in the laughter.
I was just looking over the list of reviews. How fitting are the titles of the episodes of Patti's reviews " Special" and "Do No Harm".
I see that Spring has dedicated tonight's VM discussion thread to Patti's memory. We know she will be there in spirit.
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Post by Jan on May 3, 2005 16:39:24 GMT -5
I'm remembering when Rae and I collaborated on that umbrella...though "collaborated" might not be the operative term. She did all the lovely creative work that went into it. My little creative contribution was the inscription on the little plate attached to it: Every Night You Save Us I'll never forget how moved she was at the sight of it. Hi, Rob. I wish I had seen it. What a joy to have been part of something she must have loved so much.
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Post by Queen E on May 3, 2005 16:44:21 GMT -5
Hey. ((Erin)) You doing ok? I'm OK...it seems to all be coming out in tired. And thinking "God, the last thing I said to her was, 'Can I ask you for a favor?'" Went for a walk at lunch time...that seemed to help a bit. How are you? I was worried about you last night...
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Post by SpringSummers on May 3, 2005 16:46:20 GMT -5
I've only been reading the boards for a relatively short time and posting for even less, but even in this brief span I have come to see what a close group the S'cubies are and know what a loss this will be to the community. It is especially touching to see everyone come together in the sadness just as in the laughter. I was just looking over the list of reviews. How fitting are the titles of the episodes of Patti's reviews " Special" and "Do No Harm". I see that Spring has dedicated tonight's VM discussion thread to Patti's memory. We know she will be there in spirit. leftylady: So nice to hear from you. Thanks for adding your voice and sympathies. ROB & RAE: What a wonderful and inspired thing the umbrella was.
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Post by Queen E on May 3, 2005 16:46:57 GMT -5
I've only been reading the boards for a relatively short time and posting for even less, but even in this brief span I have come to see what a close group the S'cubies are and know what a loss this will be to the community. It is especially touching to see everyone come together in the sadness just as in the laughter. I was just looking over the list of reviews. How fitting are the titles of the episodes of Patti's reviews " Special" and "Do No Harm". I see that Spring has dedicated tonight's VM discussion thread to Patti's memory. We know she will be there in spirit. Thank you so much...and one of the things I love about this board is that we tried to make it (especially Patti) a place that feels homey without making newcomers feel like they have no place. It's strange how those things seem to resonate much more, isn't it? And we're happy to have you here, leftylady, even if we're sad and babbling...
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Post by Matthew on May 3, 2005 16:51:26 GMT -5
I'm remembering when Rae and I collaborated on that umbrella...though "collaborated" might not be the operative term. She did all the lovely creative work that went into it. My little creative contribution was the inscription on the little plate attached to it: Every Night You Save Us I'll never forget how moved she was at the sight of it. It was beautiful, Rob. I'm glad I got to be a part of it.
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Post by Wendy on May 3, 2005 16:53:11 GMT -5
I plan to step back now, as members who have been here longer share their thoughts, memories and feelings. I've shared my impressions and now I sit in silent tribute. Please know that I am here, available if anyone needs anything I can help with. Please let us all know about the registration program. Please know my heart bleeds for all your pain. (And hey- my name is Gerrie, though I don't envision this type of situation since I am surrounded by numerous people constantly. I just wanted to be more than a pixi at this moment in time) {{Gerrie}}
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Post by leftylady on May 3, 2005 16:54:08 GMT -5
Thank you so much...and one of the things I love about this board is that we tried to make it (especially Patti) a place that feels homey without making newcomers feel like they have no place. It's strange how those things seem to resonate much more, isn't it? And we're happy to have you here, leftylady, even if we're sad and babbling... And I'm very glad to be here.
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Post by Cal on May 3, 2005 16:54:29 GMT -5
Patti,
Where do I even start? I can't believe that you are never going to read this. I can't believe that I'm never again going to see your name when I log on to the board.
Thank you for all the kind words you ever said to me. Thank you for all the hugs you ever gave. Thank you for being there for me. Thank you for your warmth and generosity that reached across the ocean and touched my soul. Thank you for being the sweetest, kindest person anyone could ever hope to meet. Thank you for being you.
You once said that you would be my friend no matter what. And you were. When I almost turned away from S3, you were the one who persuaded me to stay. And I'm so glad you did.
I sometimes wonder why we allow ourselves to love people as much as we do, when the pain we go through when we lose them is so hard to bear. But I wouldn't give up one second of the time I spent on this board with you, Patti. You enriched my life more than you will ever know. The pain I'm feeling now is nothing compared to the thought of never having known you at all. It is better to have loved and lost, than to never have loved at all. How very true that is.
I've been trying all day to find the right words to express how I'm feeling. How we're all feeling. But how can I ever put an emotion such as that into words?
You were a wonderful woman, Patti. Warm, friendly, loving and kind. You were strong, feisty and so much fun. You were our Board Protector and our very special friend.
Where do we go from here? It's going to be so very hard without you, Patti. But we will survive. I believe that with all of my heart. And I really do believe that you will be with us every step of the way.
I love and miss you so very much.
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Post by Wendy on May 3, 2005 16:57:55 GMT -5
Been a very, very long time since I posted a word on these boards, but I heard about Patti through the grapevine. I'm not sure what to write -- mostly, just wanted to share my condolensces to those that care about Patti. You're all in my prayers. God bless. David W. Crenshaw {{Dave}}
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