I’ve spoken with Sarah.

Ros passed away last night. It seems she passed in her sleep, on the couch.

Sarah will try to pop in tomorrow, today has been quite difficult for her. (She’s given the ok for me to pass on the news.)

oh… poor Sarah.

Cobbett has also passed.

That is so very very sad.

Ros was a beautiful person and a lovely friend. I’m devastated.

I’m speechless. Give me a while to gather my thoughts.

Divine Angel said:

I’ve spoken with Sarah.

Ros passed away last night. It seems she passed in her sleep, on the couch.

Sarah will try to pop in tomorrow, today has been quite difficult for her. (She’s given the ok for me to pass on the news.)

sad news.

Fuck.

Bloody. What terrible news.

Condolences to Sarah and the grandkids.

What can I say. I rarely get to forum during the day and miss most of the news. This is a bit of a shock. This is going to leave a big hole in the forum. She will be sorely missed.

My condolences to all that knew her.

Ooof. Such sad news.
Ros….too soon.
Feeling for Sarah. And the lovely kidlets.
Hugs.

Damn, that was sudden. I don’t know what to say. It’s a huge loss to all concerned.
My condolences to the family.
☹️

I feel very guilty for not calling her last week. I kept putting it off because she obviously wasn’t in a communicative mood in the forum so I thought she may not want to talk.

When she did peep in the forum I asked her “How are things going?” but there was no response. I really should have called her then.

Oh, that’s so sad.

Peak Warming Man said:

Oh, that’s so sad.

And she had so much genuine knowledge not google knowledge, about horses, cattle and rural life.
I’m going to miss her

Such sad news for Sarah and her family. SM was always one of the the most thoughtful and conscientious members of the forum who had sadly left us all so suddenly and way before her time. I’m glad she passed peacefully in her sleep because death had always scared her so I’m glad she didn’t suffer either mentally or physically. Death can strike at any time and behoves us to be kinder to one another. xox

Divine Angel said:

I’ve spoken with Sarah.

Ros passed away last night. It seems she passed in her sleep, on the couch.

Sarah will try to pop in tomorrow, today has been quite difficult for her. (She’s given the ok for me to pass on the news.)

Oh, gosh, that took my breath away, i had to sit down quickly.

Witty Rejoinder said:

Such sad news for Sarah and her family. SM was always one of the the most thoughtful and conscientious members of the forum who had sadly left us all so suddenly and way before her time. I’m glad she passed peacefully in her sleep because death had always scared her so I’m glad she didn’t suffer either mentally or physically. Death can strike at any time and behoves us to be kinder to one another. xox

We don’t know the circumstances yet. She was often haunted by deep sorrows and she’d been withdrawing from the forum for some time, not interacting.

She knew that Cobbett didn’t have much longer to go. I really should have called her for a long chat, but that’s these internet relationships for you.

We take them too much for granted and I’d easily forget that I could talk with Ros any time on the phone. We very seldom did.

Ros was such a wonderful person, so empathetic and kind always.
My heart goes out to Sarah and her family.
I feel very sad tonight

Ironically we did talk on the phone quite a lot many years ago, when I was in a suicidal position and she helped guide me back to facing life again. She was a huge help.

If only we’d lived closer to each other, we could have met in real life more frequently. Last time we got together was before Brett left her, quite a long time ago.

Sad news indeed.

My sympathy to Sarah and all the family.

Such shocking news.

Condolences and sympathies to all.

Hug your loved ones tight.

Bubblecar said:

We don’t know the circumstances yet. She was often haunted by deep sorrows and she’d been withdrawing from the forum for some time, not interacting.

She knew that Cobbett didn’t have much longer to go. I really should have called her for a long chat, but that’s these internet relationships for you.

We take them too much for granted and I’d easily forget that I could talk with Ros any time on the phone. We very seldom did

Sarah’s hoping to pop on tomorrow to answer questions and such. As you can imagine, today’s been a lot.

She did say her mum has been quite ill for some time. Cobbett, also ill, was distressed at being in a strange place (Sarah’s place) without his “mum”. He was euthanised today.

Paisley is also with Sarah, but she believes a neighbour is considering taking the dog.

Car, it’s hard not to beat yourself up at times like these. She knew she had friends here. This forum (in various iterations) has been around for a very long time. We’ve met other forumers in person, we stay in touch on the internet. Many here tend on the lone side; interacting with actual people can be daunting and just too much.

It’s ok you didn’t reach out. It’s ok that we don’t post every day. It’s ok to take time for yourself when needed.

SM is well loved by all of us. We all could have reached out in some form or other. All of us share your guilt.

Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

We don’t know the circumstances yet. She was often haunted by deep sorrows and she’d been withdrawing from the forum for some time, not interacting.

She knew that Cobbett didn’t have much longer to go. I really should have called her for a long chat, but that’s these internet relationships for you.

We take them too much for granted and I’d easily forget that I could talk with Ros any time on the phone. We very seldom did

Sarah’s hoping to pop on tomorrow to answer questions and such. As you can imagine, today’s been a lot.

She did say her mum has been quite ill for some time. Cobbett, also ill, was distressed at being in a strange place (Sarah’s place) without his “mum”. He was euthanised today.

Paisley is also with Sarah, but she believes a neighbour is considering taking the dog.

Car, it’s hard not to beat yourself up at times like these. She knew she had friends here. This forum (in various iterations) has been around for a very long time. We’ve met other forumers in person, we stay in touch on the internet. Many here tend on the lone side; interacting with actual people can be daunting and just too much.

It’s ok you didn’t reach out. It’s ok that we don’t post every day. It’s ok to take time for yourself when needed.

SM is well loved by all of us. We all could have reached out in some form or other. All of us share your guilt.

Well written, Ms Angel. Thank you.

SM often announced her appearance on the forum by handing out thistles, a reference to Eeyore from the Winnie-The-Pooh stories.

She saw herself in the character, and, like Eeyore, was compassionate and friendly, often thinking of others. Over the years she’s sent me story ideas she knew she’d never write, quotes she thought I’d like, and offered hugs when she knew I was having a hard time. Some of her beautiful artwork was exhibited at Salamanca art space, of which my uncle is CEO. When Mini Me was born, SM sent me some charcoal drawings, which I recently rediscovered when cleaning out Mini Me’s room.

Tomorrow I’ll track down a little Eeyore memento and wear it in SM’s memory.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eeyore

Divine Angel said:

Tomorrow I’ll track down a little Eeyore memento and wear it in SM’s memory.

Thank you.

God no.

Just terrible.

Unbelievable.

dv said:

God no.

Just terrible.

Unbelievable.

It’s going to take a lot of getting used to. I feel empty.

Lovely picture sarahs mum posted last month, of her with baby Sarah.

Bubblecar said:

Lovely picture sarahs mum posted last month, of her with baby Sarah.

….. being Mother’s Day just a few days ago, too.

Oh, fuck, fuck, fuck, fuck.

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So sad, the only consoling thought is she will live on in her art.

Bubblecar said:

Lovely picture sarahs mum posted last month, of her with baby Sarah.

I love that Sarah now crochets things for other babies.

Bloody.

I’m just sitting here staring at the computer screen hoping things will change and knowing they won’t.

And trying to talk myself out of going and getting a drink or two (more likely several), knowing how difficult the last 162 days has been. But who’s counting?

I’ll miss you Ros. I’ll miss you.

:(

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Don’t really have anything good or articulate to say. She was such a big-hearted and talented person. Only met her the once irl but we were in touch on FB all the time. I have her coo etching in my office still. Must be devastating for Sarah.

Hey MV, do you need to talk? I’m still awake

She stayed with us many years ago when she came to WA for an art thing. She always went on about how much she enjoyed the way we played the papers’ weekly quiz together.

I have a number of her prints… and still have one of Sarah’s blankets SM asked her to make for miss j.

We chatted a lot when Sue was arrested and spent many nights talking the case through over the years.

She was a decent and pure hearted person.

Michael V said:

Bloody.

I’m just sitting here staring at the computer screen hoping things will change and knowing they won’t.

And trying to talk myself out of going and getting a drink or two (more likely several), knowing how difficult the last 162 days has been. But who’s counting?

I’ll miss you Ros. I’ll miss you.

:(

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You’ve been hit by far too many sorrows Michael, my sympathies.

Sarahs mum was often beset by sorrows. She didn’t expect that she’d end up on her own, spending so much time warding off the sorrows as best she could.

I’m much the same. And now I’ve suddenly lost a lovely friend and feel I could and should have appreciated her so much more.

I’m devastated. I cant find the words to express my sorrow. So many lost opportunities. We never met in person, I was always wanted to visit her in Tassie, but never did..

She was a very special lady.

So sorry for Sarah and her family.

SM will be missed.

Divine Angel said:

Hey MV, do you need to talk? I’m still awake

Ta.

I don’t know.

Arts said:

She stayed with us many years ago when she came to WA for an art thing. She always went on about how much she enjoyed the way we played the papers’ weekly quiz together.

I have a number of her prints… and still have one of Sarah’s blankets SM asked her to make for miss j.

We chatted a lot when Sue was arrested and spent many nights talking the case through over the years.

She was a decent and pure hearted person.

I’ve always expected to be able to retire wealthy and tour Australia, catching up with the various SSSFers.

Sarahs Mum was one of the people that I wanted to visit.

I’m sad that I didn’t get wealthy enough to travel, because now I’ve missed that opportunity, and I’m poorer for it.

Bubblecar said:

Michael V said:

Bloody.

I’m just sitting here staring at the computer screen hoping things will change and knowing they won’t.

And trying to talk myself out of going and getting a drink or two (more likely several), knowing how difficult the last 162 days has been. But who’s counting?

I’ll miss you Ros. I’ll miss you.

:(

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You’ve been hit by far too many sorrows Michael, my sympathies.

Sarahs mum was often beset by sorrows. She didn’t expect that she’d end up on her own, spending so much time warding off the sorrows as best she could.

I’m much the same. And now I’ve suddenly lost a lovely friend and feel I could and should have appreciated her so much more.

Ta.

You look after yourself now.

Kingy said:

Arts said:

She stayed with us many years ago when she came to WA for an art thing. She always went on about how much she enjoyed the way we played the papers’ weekly quiz together.

I have a number of her prints… and still have one of Sarah’s blankets SM asked her to make for miss j.

We chatted a lot when Sue was arrested and spent many nights talking the case through over the years.

She was a decent and pure hearted person.

I’ve always expected to be able to retire wealthy and tour Australia, catching up with the various SSSFers.

Sarahs Mum was one of the people that I wanted to visit.

I’m sad that I didn’t get wealthy enough to travel, because now I’ve missed that opportunity, and I’m poorer for it.

:(

Michael V said:

Kingy said:

Arts said:

She stayed with us many years ago when she came to WA for an art thing. She always went on about how much she enjoyed the way we played the papers’ weekly quiz together.

I have a number of her prints… and still have one of Sarah’s blankets SM asked her to make for miss j.

We chatted a lot when Sue was arrested and spent many nights talking the case through over the years.

She was a decent and pure hearted person.

I’ve always expected to be able to retire wealthy and tour Australia, catching up with the various SSSFers.

Sarahs Mum was one of the people that I wanted to visit.

I’m sad that I didn’t get wealthy enough to travel, because now I’ve missed that opportunity, and I’m poorer for it.

:(

i always planned to visit her in Tassie, but it wasn’t to be. When I lived in Tassie, it was only 20 minutes away from where she lived, but I didn’t know her then. So many regrets.

Oh no… this is terrible news…

AussieDJ said:

Such shocking news.

Condolences and sympathies to all.

Hug your loved ones tight.

May her memory be a blessing

as OCDC said, fuck

SCIENCE said:

as OCDC said, fuck

also what Michael V said

SCIENCE said:

as OCDC said, fuck

Yeah. This is awful.

Divine Angel said:

I’ve spoken with Sarah.

Ros passed away last night. It seems she passed in her sleep, on the couch.

Sarah will try to pop in tomorrow, today has been quite difficult for her. (She’s given the ok for me to pass on the news.)

Oh, That was not expected. :(
I liked Ros. She was always friendly.

Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

We don’t know the circumstances yet. She was often haunted by deep sorrows and she’d been withdrawing from the forum for some time, not interacting.

She knew that Cobbett didn’t have much longer to go. I really should have called her for a long chat, but that’s these internet relationships for you.

We take them too much for granted and I’d easily forget that I could talk with Ros any time on the phone. We very seldom did

Sarah’s hoping to pop on tomorrow to answer questions and such. As you can imagine, today’s been a lot.

She did say her mum has been quite ill for some time. Cobbett, also ill, was distressed at being in a strange place (Sarah’s place) without his “mum”. He was euthanised today.

Paisley is also with Sarah, but she believes a neighbour is considering taking the dog.

Car, it’s hard not to beat yourself up at times like these. She knew she had friends here. This forum (in various iterations) has been around for a very long time. We’ve met other forumers in person, we stay in touch on the internet. Many here tend on the lone side; interacting with actual people can be daunting and just too much.

It’s ok you didn’t reach out. It’s ok that we don’t post every day. It’s ok to take time for yourself when needed.

SM is well loved by all of us. We all could have reached out in some form or other. All of us share your guilt.

Thanks.

I was planning to go to Tassie soon for a friends 70th. SM was going to get a visit. Now sadly that can never happen. :(

Just gave the sad news to Spocky, we’re both shattered by this terrible news.
Both of us give condolences to Sarah.

Daisy again:

oh
that’s so sad
oh dear

(I’ve forgotten her forum name, but Mandi)
Poor darling. When we visited her two years ago she was in a bit of a state .. but she welcomed us into her home and we had tea and biscuits and she proudly showed us all the etchings she had stashed away in her plan drawers.
And we met Cobbett and he was lovely.. I have several photos
I am really, really sad to hear this.

(Really racking my brain here… um, MusicMan?/)
This is terrible news. Thank you for letting us know. Ros and i have had occasional chats through FB, but not in a while. My condolences to Sarah and her family.

Badchap:
She was my very first friend on Facebook. She wrote; *waves cordially. I’m glad I have a couple of beautiful etchings that I love. I’m very sorry to hear this sad news.

Dropbear:
so sorry to hear this. a shock to wake up to. I never met Ros either but she was always a kind hearted, sensitive good person and obviously an incredibly loving mother.

Carmel:
What sad news to wake up to. Ros was a wonderful, kind and generous spirited person. I hope Sarah knows how much we all loved her mum, but more importantly how very much her mum loved her – she was so proud of Sarah.

jj:
jj sends love

“… remembering her lining up coffee cups for us all in the middle of the night … “

Pun Gent

So sorry to hear this. She was one of the foundation members that mate the forum the wonderful place it was. My deepest condolences to everybody who loved her.

Rule303

Ah fuck 😞
I’m sorry to hear it

The first question I ever answered on SSSF, way back when, possibly 1999, was a cleaning question from sm.

I’m so glad I had the pleasure of meeting Ros IRL. She hosted Mrs V and me for lunch with a lovely and very generous spread of wonderful foods.

And gave us a lovely framed print of the Sydney Harbour Bridge (imagined before completion), while we were there. Thank you Ros.

We have four more prints as well, so Ros will live on in our lives through her art.

Not good news is it.

Will miss Sarah’s Mum, she was always friendly on here.

not see this until just now, that’s hit me a bit, going to go for a walk

I go away for a couple of days, come back and peek at the forum…. tragic news…. oh dear…

Very very sad indeed

From Sarah on Facebook:

Some very sad news. In the early afternoon of Tuesday 13th my mum, Ros Meeker, passed away in her sleep at home in Snug. Whilst she was struggling with various health issues, this was very sudden and I’m still in shock about it. Thank you to everyone who has already reached out to pass on well wishes.

A memorial will be held at (address) on Wednesday 21st at 12.30 – All Welcome.

There will be a live stream available for those too far away.

~~~

She provides a link for the livestream, but I won’t post it publicly. I guess I can email it to people?

renee spam 819 at gmail dot com (no spaces, obvs)

Cymek said:

Not good news is it.

Will miss Sarah’s Mum, she was always friendly on here.

That’s something like eight of us have gone now.

Bugger

This is devastating news.

I never met Ros IRL, but hoped to. That’ll never happen now. I never met sibeen, either, even when I lived in the next suburb.

I’ve never actually met anyone on here, and I think I’d like to before it’s too late.

Divine Angel said:

From Sarah on Facebook:

Some very sad news. In the early afternoon of Tuesday 13th my mum, Ros Meeker, passed away in her sleep at home in Snug. Whilst she was struggling with various health issues, this was very sudden and I’m still in shock about it. Thank you to everyone who has already reached out to pass on well wishes.

A memorial will be held at (address) on Wednesday 21st at 12.30 – All Welcome.

There will be a live stream available for those too far away.

~~~

She provides a link for the livestream, but I won’t post it publicly. I guess I can email it to people?

renee spam 819 at gmail dot com (no spaces, obvs)

Thanks for that DA, email on its way.

And I’ve just realised I haven’t yet expressed condolences to Sarah and her children and the rest of the family. They must be all be as shell-shocked as I am and I’m sure they’ll understand.

Love and sympathies to all. Ros was unique and we’ll all miss her so very much.

This is terribly sad news. I liked Ros very much. As a newbie on the Scribbly Gum forum and forums in general, ‘Sarah’s Mum’ was the first handle I clung to for guidance. She really seemed to know what she was doing and was always kind. I will miss her.

btm said:

Bugger

This is devastating news.

I never met Ros IRL, but hoped to. That’ll never happen now. I never met sibeen, either, even when I lived in the next suburb.

I’ve never actually met anyone on here, and I think I’d like to before it’s too late.

Yes, do it.

Divine Angel said:

I’ve spoken with Sarah.

Ros passed away last night. It seems she passed in her sleep, on the couch.

Sarah will try to pop in tomorrow, today has been quite difficult for her. (She’s given the ok for me to pass on the news.)

I am so sorry for Sarah’s and her families loss.

Sending big hugs!

Divine Angel said:

From Sarah on Facebook:

Some very sad news. In the early afternoon of Tuesday 13th my mum, Ros Meeker, passed away in her sleep at home in Snug. Whilst she was struggling with various health issues, this was very sudden and I’m still in shock about it. Thank you to everyone who has already reached out to pass on well wishes.

A memorial will be held at (address) on Wednesday 21st at 12.30 – All Welcome.

There will be a live stream available for those too far away.

~~~

She provides a link for the livestream, but I won’t post it publicly. I guess I can email it to people?

renee spam 819 at gmail dot com (no spaces, obvs)

Thanks for doing this Divine Angel.

I was trying to work out how long it has been since we went to Geoff D’s funeral.

ms spock said:

Divine Angel said:

From Sarah on Facebook:

Some very sad news. In the early afternoon of Tuesday 13th my mum, Ros Meeker, passed away in her sleep at home in Snug. Whilst she was struggling with various health issues, this was very sudden and I’m still in shock about it. Thank you to everyone who has already reached out to pass on well wishes.

A memorial will be held at (address) on Wednesday 21st at 12.30 – All Welcome.

There will be a live stream available for those too far away.

~~~

She provides a link for the livestream, but I won’t post it publicly. I guess I can email it to people?

renee spam 819 at gmail dot com (no spaces, obvs)

Thanks for doing this Divine Angel.

I was trying to work out how long it has been since we went to Geoff D’s funeral.

2013. I still have the funeral program.

Divine Angel said:

From Sarah on Facebook:

Some very sad news. In the early afternoon of Tuesday 13th my mum, Ros Meeker, passed away in her sleep at home in Snug. Whilst she was struggling with various health issues, this was very sudden and I’m still in shock about it. Thank you to everyone who has already reached out to pass on well wishes.

A memorial will be held at (address) on Wednesday 21st at 12.30 – All Welcome.

There will be a live stream available for those too far away.

~~~

She provides a link for the livestream, but I won’t post it publicly. I guess I can email it to people?

renee spam 819 at gmail dot com (no spaces, obvs)

Sarah has put the link and all the information on Ros’s facebook page, so if you were a facebook friend of hers, you can get the information there.

Arts said:

Divine Angel said:

From Sarah on Facebook:

Some very sad news. In the early afternoon of Tuesday 13th my mum, Ros Meeker, passed away in her sleep at home in Snug. Whilst she was struggling with various health issues, this was very sudden and I’m still in shock about it. Thank you to everyone who has already reached out to pass on well wishes.

A memorial will be held at (address) on Wednesday 21st at 12.30 – All Welcome.

There will be a live stream available for those too far away.

~~~

She provides a link for the livestream, but I won’t post it publicly. I guess I can email it to people?

renee spam 819 at gmail dot com (no spaces, obvs)

Sarah has put the link and all the information on Ros’s facebook page, so if you were a facebook friend of hers, you can get the information there.

The post is set to Public.

https://www.thehenryjones.com/artist/ros-meeker/

https://acuads.com.au/conference/article/picturing-familiar-ground/

Had a lovely call from the ex-Ross sister, saying they can take me down to Hobart and accommodate me for sarahs mum’s memorial, if I feel up to it. It’s in the same venue that was my Mum’s funeral.

There really should be someone there to represent the 25 years she’s been enriching the forums, so I hope I can manage it.

Divine Angel said:

ms spock said:

Divine Angel said:

From Sarah on Facebook:

Some very sad news. In the early afternoon of Tuesday 13th my mum, Ros Meeker, passed away in her sleep at home in Snug. Whilst she was struggling with various health issues, this was very sudden and I’m still in shock about it. Thank you to everyone who has already reached out to pass on well wishes.

A memorial will be held at (address) on Wednesday 21st at 12.30 – All Welcome.

There will be a live stream available for those too far away.

~~~

She provides a link for the livestream, but I won’t post it publicly. I guess I can email it to people?

renee spam 819 at gmail dot com (no spaces, obvs)

Thanks for doing this Divine Angel.

I was trying to work out how long it has been since we went to Geoff D’s funeral.

2013. I still have the funeral program.

Awwww wow! And we spoke at that funeral. I do think of folks often but I am not good at keeping in contact. So good to read all the folks here right now.

kii said:

Arts said:

Divine Angel said:

From Sarah on Facebook:

Some very sad news. In the early afternoon of Tuesday 13th my mum, Ros Meeker, passed away in her sleep at home in Snug. Whilst she was struggling with various health issues, this was very sudden and I’m still in shock about it. Thank you to everyone who has already reached out to pass on well wishes.

A memorial will be held at (address) on Wednesday 21st at 12.30 – All Welcome.

There will be a live stream available for those too far away.

~~~

She provides a link for the livestream, but I won’t post it publicly. I guess I can email it to people?

renee spam 819 at gmail dot com (no spaces, obvs)

Sarah has put the link and all the information on Ros’s facebook page, so if you were a facebook friend of hers, you can get the information there.

The post is set to Public.

in that case the link can probably be posted here

Bubblecar said:

Had a lovely call from the ex-Ross sister, saying they can take me down to Hobart and accommodate me for sarahs mum’s memorial, if I feel up to it. It’s in the same venue that was my Mum’s funeral.

There really should be someone there to represent the 25 years she’s been enriching the forums, so I hope I can manage it.

That would be wonderful Mr Car! I hope you can make it if you are up to it.

ms spock said:

Bubblecar said:

Had a lovely call from the ex-Ross sister, saying they can take me down to Hobart and accommodate me for sarahs mum’s memorial, if I feel up to it. It’s in the same venue that was my Mum’s funeral.

There really should be someone there to represent the 25 years she’s been enriching the forums, so I hope I can manage it.

That would be wonderful Mr Car! I hope you can make it if you are up to it.

Thanks ms spock. We’ll see. I’m in a pretty frail mental state now, it’s hit me like a hammer.

If I’m not up to it maybe I could send a little speech for someone else to read.

Bubblecar said:

Had a lovely call from the ex-Ross sister, saying they can take me down to Hobart and accommodate me for sarahs mum’s memorial, if I feel up to it. It’s in the same venue that was my Mum’s funeral.

There really should be someone there to represent the 25 years she’s been enriching the forums, so I hope I can manage it.

I’d really appreciate it if you could represent Mrs V and me.

Bubblecar said:

ms spock said:

Bubblecar said:

Had a lovely call from the ex-Ross sister, saying they can take me down to Hobart and accommodate me for sarahs mum’s memorial, if I feel up to it. It’s in the same venue that was my Mum’s funeral.

There really should be someone there to represent the 25 years she’s been enriching the forums, so I hope I can manage it.

That would be wonderful Mr Car! I hope you can make it if you are up to it.

Thanks ms spock. We’ll see. I’m in a pretty frail mental state now, it’s hit me like a hammer.

If I’m not up to it maybe I could send a little speech for someone else to read.

I am not surprised Mr Car you are in a pretty frail mental state now, and it’s hit you like a hammer. You two were close from what I read on the forum. It’s good thinking that if you’re not up to it maybe you could send a little speech for someone else to read.

Biggest hugs from me to you!

Michael V said:

btm said:

Bugger

This is devastating news.

I never met Ros IRL, but hoped to. That’ll never happen now. I never met sibeen, either, even when I lived in the next suburb.

I’ve never actually met anyone on here, and I think I’d like to before it’s too late.

Yes, do it.

I concur with my learned colleague.

Hello to you Mr V and best wishes to Mrs V.

ms spock said:

Bubblecar said:

ms spock said:

That would be wonderful Mr Car! I hope you can make it if you are up to it.

Thanks ms spock. We’ll see. I’m in a pretty frail mental state now, it’s hit me like a hammer.

If I’m not up to it maybe I could send a little speech for someone else to read.

I am not surprised Mr Car you are in a pretty frail mental state now, and it’s hit you like a hammer. You two were close from what I read on the forum. It’s good thinking that if you’re not up to it maybe you could send a little speech for someone else to read.

Biggest hugs from me to you!

Thanks.

Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

We don’t know the circumstances yet. She was often haunted by deep sorrows and she’d been withdrawing from the forum for some time, not interacting.

She knew that Cobbett didn’t have much longer to go. I really should have called her for a long chat, but that’s these internet relationships for you.

We take them too much for granted and I’d easily forget that I could talk with Ros any time on the phone. We very seldom did

Sarah’s hoping to pop on tomorrow to answer questions and such. As you can imagine, today’s been a lot.

She did say her mum has been quite ill for some time. Cobbett, also ill, was distressed at being in a strange place (Sarah’s place) without his “mum”. He was euthanised today.

Paisley is also with Sarah, but she believes a neighbour is considering taking the dog.

Car, it’s hard not to beat yourself up at times like these. She knew she had friends here. This forum (in various iterations) has been around for a very long time. We’ve met other forumers in person, we stay in touch on the internet. Many here tend on the lone side; interacting with actual people can be daunting and just too much.

It’s ok you didn’t reach out. It’s ok that we don’t post every day. It’s ok to take time for yourself when needed.

SM is well loved by all of us. We all could have reached out in some form or other. All of us share your guilt.

That is so beautifully written Divine Angel. So true!

This is the oldest post by sm in my archives. Note that I was not able to salvage anything from 2000 or 2001.

From: sarahs mum ®	03/04/2002 15:12:14
Subject: re: Whos Who?	post id: 2261
i do like the word ‘grok’. i have used it pretty continually over the years. many people don’t grok it.

dv said:

This is the oldest post by sm in my archives. Note that I was not able to salvage anything from 2000 or 2001.

From: sarahs mum ®	03/04/2002 15:12:14
Subject: re: Whos Who?	post id: 2261
i do like the word ‘grok’. i have used it pretty continually over the years. many people don’t grok it.

Ta.

:)

dv said:

This is the oldest post by sm in my archives. Note that I was not able to salvage anything from 2000 or 2001.

From: sarahs mum ®	03/04/2002 15:12:14
Subject: re: Whos Who?	post id: 2261
i do like the word ‘grok’. i have used it pretty continually over the years. many people don’t grok it.

In those distant days sarahs mum used to post her art school essays for me to proofread and suggest improvements, and I enjoyed doing it.

She showed me around the art school and the various departments. I also accompanied her to one of Sarah’s high school play performances, and later, Sarah’s uni revue at the Theatre Royal.

We subsequently met up for various gallery openings and exhibitions, usually involving excess drinking and lots of bonhomie :)

Should have been so much more of that, but we were separated by distance and lack of transport. We only had a couple of get-togethers after I moved to the northern midlands.

It’s madness really.

ms spock said:

Michael V said:

btm said:

Bugger

This is devastating news.

I never met Ros IRL, but hoped to. That’ll never happen now. I never met sibeen, either, even when I lived in the next suburb.

I’ve never actually met anyone on here, and I think I’d like to before it’s too late.

Yes, do it.

I concur with my learned colleague.

Hello to you Mr V and best wishes to Mrs V.

^ ^^ ^^^

Bubblecar said:

dv said:

This is the oldest post by sm in my archives. Note that I was not able to salvage anything from 2000 or 2001.

From: sarahs mum ®	03/04/2002 15:12:14
Subject: re: Whos Who?	post id: 2261
i do like the word ‘grok’. i have used it pretty continually over the years. many people don’t grok it.

In those distant days sarahs mum used to post her art school essays for me to proofread and suggest improvements, and I enjoyed doing it.

She showed me around the art school and the various departments. I also accompanied her to one of Sarah’s high school play performances, and later, Sarah’s uni revue at the Theatre Royal.

We subsequently met up for various gallery openings and exhibitions, usually involving excess drinking and lots of bonhomie :)

Should have been so much more of that, but we were separated by distance and lack of transport. We only had a couple of get-togethers after I moved to the northern midlands.

It’s madness really.

That is amazing that you read sarahs mum art school essays and proofread them and gave sarahs mum suggestions for improvements. That is a lovely thing to do for her. I am that you glad that enjoyed doing this. You two have been very good friends.

It would have been fun, I would imagine, to see her art school and the various departments. Seeing Sarah’s high school play performances and Sarah’s uni revue at the Theatre Royal would have been a blast.

I am so glad you went to gallery openings & exhibitions lots of bonhomie :) sounds like fun.

Being separated by a lack of transport and distance is a tough to manage. I am so sorry that you only saw her for a couple of get togethers after you moved to the north midlands.

I always saw the way you two interacted and I admired your friendship. I am not so good at being friends or keeping in contact. So I thought you did a great job. Of course none of this helps with the tremendous grief you have now and the grieving you will do in the next few months. I am feeling for you Mr Car.

SCIENCE said:

ms spock said:

Michael V said:

Yes, do it.

I concur with my learned colleague.

Hello to you Mr V and best wishes to Mrs V.

^ ^^ ^^^

Heya SCIENCE

ms spock said:

SCIENCE said:

ms spock said:

I concur with my learned colleague.

Hello to you Mr V and best wishes to Mrs V.

^ ^^ ^^^

Heya SCIENCE

g’day and when we get free time which might be 6 months out we’re hoping to do more of a tour before more people drop out

SCIENCE said:

ms spock said:

SCIENCE said:

^ ^^ ^^^

Heya SCIENCE

g’day and when we get free time which might be 6 months out we’re hoping to do more of a tour before more people drop out

I am sure a lot of folks want to meet up now before we lose any more of our forumites!

Bubblecar said:

Had a lovely call from the ex-Ross sister, saying they can take me down to Hobart and accommodate me for sarahs mum’s memorial, if I feel up to it. It’s in the same venue that was my Mum’s funeral.

There really should be someone there to represent the 25 years she’s been enriching the forums, so I hope I can manage it.

That would be good if you could be our representative, but only if you are up to it. Take care of yourself too.

Brindabellas said:

Bubblecar said:

Had a lovely call from the ex-Ross sister, saying they can take me down to Hobart and accommodate me for sarahs mum’s memorial, if I feel up to it. It’s in the same venue that was my Mum’s funeral.

There really should be someone there to represent the 25 years she’s been enriching the forums, so I hope I can manage it.

That would be good if you could be our representative, but only if you are up to it. Take care of yourself too.

Take an orange.

ms spock said:

SCIENCE said:

ms spock said:

Heya SCIENCE

g’day and when we get free time which might be 6 months out we’re hoping to do more of a tour before more people drop out

I am sure a lot of folks want to meet up now before we lose any more of our forumites!

Must be time, then for a pudd.
If not real, then by Zoom or something

Neophyte said:

Brindabellas said:

Bubblecar said:

Had a lovely call from the ex-Ross sister, saying they can take me down to Hobart and accommodate me for sarahs mum’s memorial, if I feel up to it. It’s in the same venue that was my Mum’s funeral.

There really should be someone there to represent the 25 years she’s been enriching the forums, so I hope I can manage it.

That would be good if you could be our representative, but only if you are up to it. Take care of yourself too.

Take an orange.

:-)

She was more Scribblybum than SSSF – so maybe a gum leaf?

AussieDJ said:

ms spock said:

SCIENCE said:

g’day and when we get free time which might be 6 months out we’re hoping to do more of a tour before more people drop out

I am sure a lot of folks want to meet up now before we lose any more of our forumites!

Must be time, then for a pudd.
If not real, then by Zoom or something

***nods****

A Zoom Pud could be a good idea.

Neophyte said:

Brindabellas said:

Bubblecar said:

Had a lovely call from the ex-Ross sister, saying they can take me down to Hobart and accommodate me for sarahs mum’s memorial, if I feel up to it. It’s in the same venue that was my Mum’s funeral.

There really should be someone there to represent the 25 years she’s been enriching the forums, so I hope I can manage it.

That would be good if you could be our representative, but only if you are up to it. Take care of yourself too.

Take an orange.

You can never go wrong with a good orange.

Brindabellas said:

Neophyte said:

Brindabellas said:

That would be good if you could be our representative, but only if you are up to it. Take care of yourself too.

Take an orange.

:-)

She was more Scribblybum than SSSF – so maybe a gum leaf?

Hello Brindabellas

I wonder if anyone has some artwork of Sarah’s Mum that has eucalyptus leaves on it? I have some of her artwork packed up.

I had the sudden urge yesterday to log in to make sure there wasn’t a new obituary I needed to know about. Then I got busy.
Then today I felt the need to log in and check in to make sure Bubbles was OK but then I heard the news through the grapevine. :(

Ros has extended her hospitality to myself and others several times when I visited her and she was top of my list of people to visit when I eventually got back down that way.

She will always be in my heart, and her artwork will continue to impress visitors to my home and the pieces of her art I have gifted to others still remains loved and cherished by the recipients.

I will miss you greatly, SM.

Woodie said:

I’m speechless. Give me a while to gather my thoughts.

Yeah this

sarahs mum posted this when sibeen died, and I think it fits here, too
sarahs mum said:

So fill to me the parting glass and gather as the evening falls
And gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all
Ah
But since it fell into my lot that I should rise and you should not
I’ll gently rise and softly call good night and joy be to you all
Fill to me the parting glass and gather as the evening falls and gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all.
Fill to me the parting glass
And gather as the evening falls and gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all goodnight and joy be to you all.

btm said:

sarahs mum posted this when sibeen died, and I think it fits here, too
sarahs mum said:

So fill to me the parting glass and gather as the evening falls
And gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all
Ah
But since it fell into my lot that I should rise and you should not
I’ll gently rise and softly call good night and joy be to you all
Fill to me the parting glass and gather as the evening falls and gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all.
Fill to me the parting glass
And gather as the evening falls and gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all goodnight and joy be to you all.

Thanks btm.

btm said:

sarahs mum posted this when sibeen died, and I think it fits here, too
sarahs mum said:

So fill to me the parting glass and gather as the evening falls
And gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all
Ah
But since it fell into my lot that I should rise and you should not
I’ll gently rise and softly call good night and joy be to you all
Fill to me the parting glass and gather as the evening falls and gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all.
Fill to me the parting glass
And gather as the evening falls and gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all goodnight and joy be to you all.

She was a lovely soul and I know she would wish me and all of us joy in the years ahead.

But I can’t think of any years ahead without sarahs mum, without crying :(

For those wondering about Cobbett Cobain,

Dark Orange said:

For those wondering about Cobbett Cobain,

He was a lovely doggo, as sarahs mum would say.

It’s a complete bastard of a universe in so many ways.

Even the smallest, simplest wish – to turn back time just a few little days, so I can call sarahs mum and have a final chat – will not come true.

But I’ll be doing a lot of wishing in the days ahead, and none of them will come true.

There’s not much else I can do.

Dark Orange said:

For those wondering about Cobbett Cobain,

Beautiful pupper.

Divine Angel said:

Dark Orange said:

For those wondering about Cobbett Cobain,

Beautiful pupper.

Now running at Rainbow Bridge (eyes are leaking again)

btm said:

sarahs mum posted this when sibeen died, and I think it fits here, too
sarahs mum said:

So fill to me the parting glass and gather as the evening falls
And gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all
Ah
But since it fell into my lot that I should rise and you should not
I’ll gently rise and softly call good night and joy be to you all
Fill to me the parting glass and gather as the evening falls and gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all.
Fill to me the parting glass
And gather as the evening falls and gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all goodnight and joy be to you all.

ta.

SCIENCE said:

:)

SCIENCE said:

Lovely stuff. I wish I was there that early, but I started posting in 2001.

There Should Be a Garden Somewhere

Where we can all meet, all of us
Who are brimming over with love,
But so often for people who are distant
Or very close, but just gone too soon.

Just gone a day too soon for a final chat,
A final embrace and a final thanks for all you are.

I was talking to son#2 last night about Ros, remembering when she kept me company, via Messenger, as I was waiting while mr kii had surgery. It was at a hospital in El Paso. The previous day Trump had been at the hospital after that mass shooting in a nearby Wal-Mart. Ros kept me distracted as I was really anxious about a lot of things.

Oh look….. a Nana Mouskouri look alike!!!

Woodie said:

Oh look….. a Nana Mouskouri look alike!!!

That’s twice today!!

Fred Wong……….

kii said:

I was talking to son#2 last night about Ros, remembering when she kept me company, via Messenger, as I was waiting while mr kii had surgery. It was at a hospital in El Paso. The previous day Trump had been at the hospital after that mass shooting in a nearby Wal-Mart. Ros kept me distracted as I was really anxious about a lot of things.

She was such a good friend to so many of us.

I’m doubting I’ll be fit to attend the memorial in person (but I might possibly – depends on how I feel as the days unfold).

I wonder if DA could contact Sarah and ask if she would be happy to read out a short speech I could write (in consultation with the forum), celebrating sarahs mum’s enrichment of our forums throughout her 25 years of participation.

Bubblecar said:

I’m doubting I’ll be fit to attend the memorial in person (but I might possibly – depends on how I feel as the days unfold).

I wonder if DA could contact Sarah and ask if she would be happy to read out a short speech I could write (in consultation with the forum), celebrating sarahs mum’s enrichment of our forums throughout her 25 years of participation.

Will do

Dark Orange said:

For those wondering about Cobbett Cobain,

He looks good here.

Hi gang.
This is Sarah (It’s been too long and I’ve lost my own login bits)

I can’t even say how thankful I am for everyone who has sent kind wishes my way and for all the lovely words about Mum.

I also just want to say thankyou to everyone for continuing to be such a community for her. As you know, she really isolated herself physically, but had this huge group of friends online to rely on.

I would absolutely love it if Bubblecar could make the service (although, not sure I’d recognise him now), but I’ve organised a time in the service for some notes from the forum to be read out. So if you want to designate a spokesperson, or collectively come up with a few sentences then they’ll be spoken.

I don’t need it until midday Tuesday, so there’s a little time.

I’ve written a few thoughts

Divine Angel said:

I’ve written a few thoughts

I’ll check back in tomorrow, but there should be time for maybe 2 or 3 short notes?

Thank you, Sarah, hope you’re holding up alright.
I’ll have a few words to be said

Hugs for Sarah.

btm said:

sarahs mum posted this when sibeen died, and I think it fits here, too
sarahs mum said:

So fill to me the parting glass and gather as the evening falls
And gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all
Ah
But since it fell into my lot that I should rise and you should not
I’ll gently rise and softly call good night and joy be to you all
Fill to me the parting glass and gather as the evening falls and gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all.
Fill to me the parting glass
And gather as the evening falls and gently rise and softly call goodnight and joy be to you all goodnight and joy be to you all.

Completely coincidentally, I’ve picked this song as part of the ceremony. There’s an Ed Sheeran version of it that I love.

Originally Car asked for a little speech he could read (if able) so I trawled through the threads. Go brainstorm, change it up, add some humour.
~~~
There’s no way to fully articulate twenty five years of friendship. Ros has always been a font of knowledge, a friendly soul, and the first person to reach out if you were having a bad time.

We may be an online community, but we have forged real friendships. Many of us met Ros in real life: as a host, she was gracious and welcoming with a spread of wonderful foods. Generously, she sent many of us her artworks. Some were purchases, others she gifted us for special occasions, such as a birth. We hold those pieces dear to us now, a special, personalised memento of her immense talent and willingness to share a piece of her world seen through her eyes.

She was especially proud to be part of art exhibits, such as the Hunter Island Press Exhibit at Salamanca Arts Centre in 2020. Last Christmas, she was so excited that all her mini prints sold from such an exhibition. Her works encompassed different media, from charcoal to pencil to etchings. Her etching press was one of her most prized possessions.

One of her earliest posts was about her favourite word, grok. “Many people don’t grok it,” she said. Ros loved word games and puzzles, posting her results in friendly competition with other forumers. When staying with a forumer interstate for an art exhibition, Ros enjoyed completing the weekly quiz in the paper with her.

A lot of the forum community are also friends on Facebook. Ros would share a quote, idea, thought, that she thought was of interest. Each of us has a personal memory of those private chats, whether they were about a particular court case, an idea for a story, questions about rural life, or a thousand other things. Ros had a lot of knowledge to share.

In announcing her arrival on the forum, she’d post hands out thistles, a reference to Eeyore, from the Winnie The Pooh stories. She saw herself in Eeyore. Like Eeyore, she was compassionate, a deep thinker, and considerate. And, of course, thistles represented her Scottish heritage, of which she was so proud.

Her handle on the forum was sarahs mum. She was so, so proud of Sarah! Recently, Ros posted a photo of baby Sarah on her lap. Ros loved to regale us with stories of her beloved grandkids, Henry and Madeline. Whether it be Book Week or a birthday or a trip to visit Gran, Ros was eager to share.

We all share heartbreak and sorrow at the loss of Ros. For those who hadn’t met her, she was at the top of the list… One Day. For those who have met her, she was at the top of the list to visit again. Ros is described as a beautiful person, a lovely friend, thoughtful and conscientious, empathetic and kind, big-hearted and so talented, decent and pure-hearted, a loving and proud mother, wonderful, generous.

She will be sorely missed by all of us. We grok it.

Divine Angel said:

Originally Car asked for a little speech he could read (if able) so I trawled through the threads. Go brainstorm, change it up, add some humour.
~~~
There’s no way to fully articulate twenty five years of friendship. Ros has always been a font of knowledge, a friendly soul, and the first person to reach out if you were having a bad time.

We may be an online community, but we have forged real friendships. Many of us met Ros in real life: as a host, she was gracious and welcoming with a spread of wonderful foods. Generously, she sent many of us her artworks. Some were purchases, others she gifted us for special occasions, such as a birth. We hold those pieces dear to us now, a special, personalised memento of her immense talent and willingness to share a piece of her world seen through her eyes.

She was especially proud to be part of art exhibits, such as the Hunter Island Press Exhibit at Salamanca Arts Centre in 2020. Last Christmas, she was so excited that all her mini prints sold from such an exhibition. Her works encompassed different media, from charcoal to pencil to etchings. Her etching press was one of her most prized possessions.

One of her earliest posts was about her favourite word, grok. “Many people don’t grok it,” she said. Ros loved word games and puzzles, posting her results in friendly competition with other forumers. When staying with a forumer interstate for an art exhibition, Ros enjoyed completing the weekly quiz in the paper with her.

A lot of the forum community are also friends on Facebook. Ros would share a quote, idea, thought, that she thought was of interest. Each of us has a personal memory of those private chats, whether they were about a particular court case, an idea for a story, questions about rural life, or a thousand other things. Ros had a lot of knowledge to share.

In announcing her arrival on the forum, she’d post hands out thistles, a reference to Eeyore, from the Winnie The Pooh stories. She saw herself in Eeyore. Like Eeyore, she was compassionate, a deep thinker, and considerate. And, of course, thistles represented her Scottish heritage, of which she was so proud.

Her handle on the forum was sarahs mum. She was so, so proud of Sarah! Recently, Ros posted a photo of baby Sarah on her lap. Ros loved to regale us with stories of her beloved grandkids, Henry and Madeline. Whether it be Book Week or a birthday or a trip to visit Gran, Ros was eager to share.

We all share heartbreak and sorrow at the loss of Ros. For those who hadn’t met her, she was at the top of the list… One Day. For those who have met her, she was at the top of the list to visit again. Ros is described as a beautiful person, a lovely friend, thoughtful and conscientious, empathetic and kind, big-hearted and so talented, decent and pure-hearted, a loving and proud mother, wonderful, generous.

She will be sorely missed by all of us. We grok it.

That should do nicely.

Divine Angel said:

Originally Car asked for a little speech he could read (if able) so I trawled through the threads. Go brainstorm, change it up, add some humour.
~~~
There’s no way to fully articulate twenty five years of friendship. Ros has always been a font of knowledge, a friendly soul, and the first person to reach out if you were having a bad time.

We may be an online community, but we have forged real friendships. Many of us met Ros in real life: as a host, she was gracious and welcoming with a spread of wonderful foods. Generously, she sent many of us her artworks. Some were purchases, others she gifted us for special occasions, such as a birth. We hold those pieces dear to us now, a special, personalised memento of her immense talent and willingness to share a piece of her world seen through her eyes.

She was especially proud to be part of art exhibits, such as the Hunter Island Press Exhibit at Salamanca Arts Centre in 2020. Last Christmas, she was so excited that all her mini prints sold from such an exhibition. Her works encompassed different media, from charcoal to pencil to etchings. Her etching press was one of her most prized possessions.

One of her earliest posts was about her favourite word, grok. “Many people don’t grok it,” she said. Ros loved word games and puzzles, posting her results in friendly competition with other forumers. When staying with a forumer interstate for an art exhibition, Ros enjoyed completing the weekly quiz in the paper with her.

A lot of the forum community are also friends on Facebook. Ros would share a quote, idea, thought, that she thought was of interest. Each of us has a personal memory of those private chats, whether they were about a particular court case, an idea for a story, questions about rural life, or a thousand other things. Ros had a lot of knowledge to share.

In announcing her arrival on the forum, she’d post hands out thistles, a reference to Eeyore, from the Winnie The Pooh stories. She saw herself in Eeyore. Like Eeyore, she was compassionate, a deep thinker, and considerate. And, of course, thistles represented her Scottish heritage, of which she was so proud.

Her handle on the forum was sarahs mum. She was so, so proud of Sarah! Recently, Ros posted a photo of baby Sarah on her lap. Ros loved to regale us with stories of her beloved grandkids, Henry and Madeline. Whether it be Book Week or a birthday or a trip to visit Gran, Ros was eager to share.

We all share heartbreak and sorrow at the loss of Ros. For those who hadn’t met her, she was at the top of the list… One Day. For those who have met her, she was at the top of the list to visit again. Ros is described as a beautiful person, a lovely friend, thoughtful and conscientious, empathetic and kind, big-hearted and so talented, decent and pure-hearted, a loving and proud mother, wonderful, generous.

She will be sorely missed by all of us. We grok it.

Nice work. I would just add a “&” between the last two words “Wonderful & Generous”.

Hi Sarah, thanks for taking the time to drop by here. I know this is a difficult time, but truly, thanks for making the effort to include us in the remembrance.

waves & HUGZ for Sarah. (when you check back in)

So sorry for your loss of your mum. We all have, or will lose our mum at some stage. Your mum is the very first person you ever met in your life. The person you have known the longest.

I fondly remember when you came to stay when I lived in Sydney and we went down The Imperial Hotel (home of Priscilla) to watch the drag show and snuck you in when you were underage. 😮How naughty of us!!

You’d know I’ve met Ros a number of times, in Sydney, and at her home and my home up here in Northern New South Wales. Good memories. Ros’ favourite tipple? Pink gin.😁

You take care, remember your mum fondly, and I’ve got just one think to say to you.

SAUSAGES!!!

Damn, I missed Sarah. I’ve only just got up.

I’ll have a proper read in a moment….

Hi to Sarah, and thanks for that speech DA.

There are so many things I could add in any speech about Ros, but obviously we have to keep it brief for this service.

But maybe you could work this into it somehow:

Bubblecar says: She had a strong love of Scotland, reflecting her father’s side of the family, and enjoyed recounting her adventures on her Scottish travels, and sharing aspects of the culture, particularly the songs. A musician herself, she always encouraged my music and art and I regarded her as a special soulmate on the forums. Her leaving us far too soon is a huge loss, but she’ll be with me in fond memory for the rest of my days.

Divine Angel said:

Originally Car asked for a little speech he could read (if able) so I trawled through the threads. Go brainstorm, change it up, add some humour.
~~~
There’s no way to fully articulate twenty five years of friendship. Ros has always been a font of knowledge, a friendly soul, and the first person to reach out if you were having a bad time.

We may be an online community, but we have forged real friendships. Many of us met Ros in real life: as a host, she was gracious and welcoming with a spread of wonderful foods. Generously, she sent many of us her artworks. Some were purchases, others she gifted us for special occasions, such as a birth. We hold those pieces dear to us now, a special, personalised memento of her immense talent and willingness to share a piece of her world seen through her eyes.

She was especially proud to be part of art exhibits, such as the Hunter Island Press Exhibit at Salamanca Arts Centre in 2020. Last Christmas, she was so excited that all her mini prints sold from such an exhibition. Her works encompassed different media, from charcoal to pencil to etchings. Her etching press was one of her most prized possessions.

One of her earliest posts was about her favourite word, grok. “Many people don’t grok it,” she said. Ros loved word games and puzzles, posting her results in friendly competition with other forumers. When staying with a forumer interstate for an art exhibition, Ros enjoyed completing the weekly quiz in the paper with her.

A lot of the forum community are also friends on Facebook. Ros would share a quote, idea, thought, that she thought was of interest. Each of us has a personal memory of those private chats, whether they were about a particular court case, an idea for a story, questions about rural life, or a thousand other things. Ros had a lot of knowledge to share.

In announcing her arrival on the forum, she’d post hands out thistles, a reference to Eeyore, from the Winnie The Pooh stories. She saw herself in Eeyore. Like Eeyore, she was compassionate, a deep thinker, and considerate. And, of course, thistles represented her Scottish heritage, of which she was so proud.

Her handle on the forum was sarahs mum. She was so, so proud of Sarah! Recently, Ros posted a photo of baby Sarah on her lap. Ros loved to regale us with stories of her beloved grandkids, Henry and Madeline. Whether it be Book Week or a birthday or a trip to visit Gran, Ros was eager to share.

We all share heartbreak and sorrow at the loss of Ros. For those who hadn’t met her, she was at the top of the list… One Day. For those who have met her, she was at the top of the list to visit again. Ros is described as a beautiful person, a lovely friend, thoughtful and conscientious, empathetic and kind, big-hearted and so talented, decent and pure-hearted, a loving and proud mother, wonderful, generous.

She will be sorely missed by all of us. We grok it.

Thanks DA

Bubblecar said:

Hi to Sarah, and thanks for that speech DA.

There are so many things I could add in any speech about Ros, but obviously we have to keep it brief for this service.

But maybe you could work this into it somehow:

Bubblecar says: She had a strong love of Scotland, reflecting her father’s side of the family, and enjoyed recounting her adventures on her Scottish travels, and sharing aspects of the culture, particularly the songs. A musician herself, she always encouraged my music and art and I regarded her as a special soulmate on the forums. Her leaving us far too soon is a huge loss, but she’ll be with me in fond memory for the rest of my days.

I think maybe you could write your own few paragraphs, since you two were particular friends.

The rest of us maybe can suggest a few small additions or edits to DA’s work??

Just a suggestion of course …

Sarah, unfortunately I won’t be able to make it in person, I’m feeling too fragile. But I’ll be there in spirit and of course we’ll all follow the live stream.

party_pants said:

Bubblecar said:

Hi to Sarah, and thanks for that speech DA.

There are so many things I could add in any speech about Ros, but obviously we have to keep it brief for this service.

But maybe you could work this into it somehow:

Bubblecar says: She had a strong love of Scotland, reflecting her father’s side of the family, and enjoyed recounting her adventures on her Scottish travels, and sharing aspects of the culture, particularly the songs. A musician herself, she always encouraged my music and art and I regarded her as a special soulmate on the forums. Her leaving us far too soon is a huge loss, but she’ll be with me in fond memory for the rest of my days.

I think maybe you could write your own few paragraphs, since you two were particular friends.

The rest of us maybe can suggest a few small additions or edits to DA’s work??

Just a suggestion of course …

Yeah that was just a first few things that came into my mind and I’m not properly awake yet :)

I’ll write a slightly longer effort later and post it here, but not too long ‘cos poor Sarah will have a lot of speaking to get through I should think.

Arts said:

Divine Angel said:

Originally Car asked for a little speech he could read (if able) so I trawled through the threads. Go brainstorm, change it up, add some humour.
~~~
There’s no way to fully articulate twenty five years of friendship. Ros has always been a font of knowledge, a friendly soul, and the first person to reach out if you were having a bad time.

We may be an online community, but we have forged real friendships. Many of us met Ros in real life: as a host, she was gracious and welcoming with a spread of wonderful foods. Generously, she sent many of us her artworks. Some were purchases, others she gifted us for special occasions, such as a birth. We hold those pieces dear to us now, a special, personalised memento of her immense talent and willingness to share a piece of her world seen through her eyes.

She was especially proud to be part of art exhibits, such as the Hunter Island Press Exhibit at Salamanca Arts Centre in 2020. Last Christmas, she was so excited that all her mini prints sold from such an exhibition. Her works encompassed different media, from charcoal to pencil to etchings. Her etching press was one of her most prized possessions.

One of her earliest posts was about her favourite word, grok. “Many people don’t grok it,” she said. Ros loved word games and puzzles, posting her results in friendly competition with other forumers. When staying with a forumer interstate for an art exhibition, Ros enjoyed completing the weekly quiz in the paper with her.

A lot of the forum community are also friends on Facebook. Ros would share a quote, idea, thought, that she thought was of interest. Each of us has a personal memory of those private chats, whether they were about a particular court case, an idea for a story, questions about rural life, or a thousand other things. Ros had a lot of knowledge to share.

In announcing her arrival on the forum, she’d post hands out thistles, a reference to Eeyore, from the Winnie The Pooh stories. She saw herself in Eeyore. Like Eeyore, she was compassionate, a deep thinker, and considerate. And, of course, thistles represented her Scottish heritage, of which she was so proud.

Her handle on the forum was sarahs mum. She was so, so proud of Sarah! Recently, Ros posted a photo of baby Sarah on her lap. Ros loved to regale us with stories of her beloved grandkids, Henry and Madeline. Whether it be Book Week or a birthday or a trip to visit Gran, Ros was eager to share.

We all share heartbreak and sorrow at the loss of Ros. For those who hadn’t met her, she was at the top of the list… One Day. For those who have met her, she was at the top of the list to visit again. Ros is described as a beautiful person, a lovely friend, thoughtful and conscientious, empathetic and kind, big-hearted and so talented, decent and pure-hearted, a loving and proud mother, wonderful, generous.

She will be sorely missed by all of us. We grok it.

Thanks DA

and thanks from me as well.
She reached out to everyone. Including me. She was everything DA so eloquently stated. Sorely missed.

Bubblecar said:

Hi to Sarah, and thanks for that speech DA.

There are so many things I could add in any speech about Ros, but obviously we have to keep it brief for this service.

But maybe you could work this into it somehow:

Bubblecar says: She had a strong love of Scotland, reflecting her father’s side of the family, and enjoyed recounting her adventures on her Scottish travels, and sharing aspects of the culture, particularly the songs. A musician herself, she always encouraged my music and art and I regarded her as a special soulmate on the forums. Her leaving us far too soon is a huge loss, but she’ll be with me in fond memory for the rest of my days.

OK DA scrub that :)

As party_pants says, it’s best if I offer a few paragraphs of my own for Sarah to read, if she can fit them in, to reflect my special relationship with Ros over the years.

So here they are, from Bubblecar:

I first met Ros online, in the Self Service Science Forum, an odd place for two artists to meet, but we shared a love of science as well as art and music. Ros was still an art student in those days and she’d post her entire art essays in the chat thread, for me to review and suggest improvements, which I enjoyed doing. Her wide tastes and interests, deep humanity and sense of humour made her a special friend from the beginning.

We met in real life at her exhibitions and other functions, including some of Sarah’s theatrical performances. She was always enjoyable company.

When I had to move from Hobart to the northern midlands, the personal meetings petered out but she was always there in the forum. Shortly afterwards I experienced a personal crisis and left the forum, but she reached out, sending me one of her prints with her phone number on the back, and she then became a vital support during those dark days. I am forever grateful.

Then followed many years of sharing interesting, happy and sometimes troubled moments in the forum. We had our differences, but much in common – we were both fairly isolated individuals, both living with mental illness and both soldiering on with various creative projects. Our general worldviews were similar and in many quiet ways, she was my soulmate in the forum. I deeply regret that we weren’t able to spend more time together “in real life”, but the distances and lack of transport were profound for both of us.

During her last days she’d withdrawn somewhat from the forum and we were worried, but I left it too late to have a final conversation, calling her the day after she left us. And she left us far too soon, and will be so very deeply missed. But her encouraging spirit will be a source of quiet strength for me for the rest of my days.

Bubblecar said:

Bubblecar said:

Hi to Sarah, and thanks for that speech DA.

There are so many things I could add in any speech about Ros, but obviously we have to keep it brief for this service.

But maybe you could work this into it somehow:

Bubblecar says: She had a strong love of Scotland, reflecting her father’s side of the family, and enjoyed recounting her adventures on her Scottish travels, and sharing aspects of the culture, particularly the songs. A musician herself, she always encouraged my music and art and I regarded her as a special soulmate on the forums. Her leaving us far too soon is a huge loss, but she’ll be with me in fond memory for the rest of my days.

OK DA scrub that :)

As party_pants says, it’s best if I offer a few paragraphs of my own for Sarah to read, if she can fit them in, to reflect my special relationship with Ros over the years.

So here they are, from Bubblecar:

I first met Ros online, in the Self Service Science Forum, an odd place for two artists to meet, but we shared a love of science as well as art and music. Ros was still an art student in those days and she’d post her entire art essays in the chat thread, for me to review and suggest improvements, which I enjoyed doing. Her wide tastes and interests, deep humanity and sense of humour made her a special friend from the beginning.

We met in real life at her exhibitions and other functions, including some of Sarah’s theatrical performances. She was always enjoyable company.

When I had to move from Hobart to the northern midlands, the personal meetings petered out but she was always there in the forum. Shortly afterwards I experienced a personal crisis and left the forum, but she reached out, sending me one of her prints with her phone number on the back, and she then became a vital support during those dark days. I am forever grateful.

Then followed many years of sharing interesting, happy and sometimes troubled moments in the forum. We had our differences, but much in common – we were both fairly isolated individuals, both living with mental illness and both soldiering on with various creative projects. Our general worldviews were similar and in many quiet ways, she was my soulmate in the forum. I deeply regret that we weren’t able to spend more time together “in real life”, but the distances and lack of transport were profound for both of us.

During her last days she’d withdrawn somewhat from the forum and we were worried, but I left it too late to have a final conversation, calling her the day after she left us. And she left us far too soon, and will be so very deeply missed. But her encouraging spirit will be a source of quiet strength for me for the rest of my days.

Beautifully put, Mr Car.

AussieDJ said:

Bubblecar said:

Bubblecar said:

Hi to Sarah, and thanks for that speech DA.

There are so many things I could add in any speech about Ros, but obviously we have to keep it brief for this service.

But maybe you could work this into it somehow:

Bubblecar says: She had a strong love of Scotland, reflecting her father’s side of the family, and enjoyed recounting her adventures on her Scottish travels, and sharing aspects of the culture, particularly the songs. A musician herself, she always encouraged my music and art and I regarded her as a special soulmate on the forums. Her leaving us far too soon is a huge loss, but she’ll be with me in fond memory for the rest of my days.

OK DA scrub that :)

As party_pants says, it’s best if I offer a few paragraphs of my own for Sarah to read, if she can fit them in, to reflect my special relationship with Ros over the years.

So here they are, from Bubblecar:

I first met Ros online, in the Self Service Science Forum, an odd place for two artists to meet, but we shared a love of science as well as art and music. Ros was still an art student in those days and she’d post her entire art essays in the chat thread, for me to review and suggest improvements, which I enjoyed doing. Her wide tastes and interests, deep humanity and sense of humour made her a special friend from the beginning.

We met in real life at her exhibitions and other functions, including some of Sarah’s theatrical performances. She was always enjoyable company.

When I had to move from Hobart to the northern midlands, the personal meetings petered out but she was always there in the forum. Shortly afterwards I experienced a personal crisis and left the forum, but she reached out, sending me one of her prints with her phone number on the back, and she then became a vital support during those dark days. I am forever grateful.

Then followed many years of sharing interesting, happy and sometimes troubled moments in the forum. We had our differences, but much in common – we were both fairly isolated individuals, both living with mental illness and both soldiering on with various creative projects. Our general worldviews were similar and in many quiet ways, she was my soulmate in the forum. I deeply regret that we weren’t able to spend more time together “in real life”, but the distances and lack of transport were profound for both of us.

During her last days she’d withdrawn somewhat from the forum and we were worried, but I left it too late to have a final conversation, calling her the day after she left us. And she left us far too soon, and will be so very deeply missed. But her encouraging spirit will be a source of quiet strength for me for the rest of my days.

Beautifully put, Mr Car.

Thanks.

Lovely words DA and Bubblecar. And lovely to see see you here Sarah, I have been in my thoughts.

“She was my soulmate on the forum”.

Oh Car 😢 I’m so glad you’re able to put some words together of your own. Only you can share your bond with her.

On reflection, I don’t think I can add much to what DA has said, and most of what I feel is expressed in my first post in this thread.

dv said:

On reflection, I don’t think I can add much to what DA has said, and most of what I feel is expressed in my first post in this thread.

I think we need to be aware of how much is said, especially if Sarah is reading this at the funeral. It can be a difficult responsibility.

Bubblecar said:

Hi to Sarah, and thanks for that speech DA.

There are so many things I could add in any speech about Ros, but obviously we have to keep it brief for this service.

But maybe you could work this into it somehow:

Bubblecar says: She had a strong love of Scotland, reflecting her father’s side of the family, and enjoyed recounting her adventures on her Scottish travels, and sharing aspects of the culture, particularly the songs. A musician herself, she always encouraged my music and art and I regarded her as a special soulmate on the forums. Her leaving us far too soon is a huge loss, but she’ll be with me in fond memory for the rest of my days.

I regarded her as a special soulmate on the forums – beautiful and poetic.

ms spock said:

Bubblecar said:

Hi to Sarah, and thanks for that speech DA.

There are so many things I could add in any speech about Ros, but obviously we have to keep it brief for this service.

But maybe you could work this into it somehow:

Bubblecar says: She had a strong love of Scotland, reflecting her father’s side of the family, and enjoyed recounting her adventures on her Scottish travels, and sharing aspects of the culture, particularly the songs. A musician herself, she always encouraged my music and art and I regarded her as a special soulmate on the forums. Her leaving us far too soon is a huge loss, but she’ll be with me in fond memory for the rest of my days.

I regarded her as a special soulmate on the forums – beautiful and poetic.

I found all her posts informative and friendly. She was one of the first to contact me directy.

kii said:

dv said:

On reflection, I don’t think I can add much to what DA has said, and most of what I feel is expressed in my first post in this thread.

I think we need to be aware of how much is said, especially if Sarah is reading this at the funeral. It can be a difficult responsibility.

Sarah isn’t reading it. I’ve organised for the celebrant to have a section where she reads out any messages. But yes, probably best if it doesn’t go on too long.

roughbarked said:

ms spock said:

Bubblecar said:

Hi to Sarah, and thanks for that speech DA.

There are so many things I could add in any speech about Ros, but obviously we have to keep it brief for this service.

But maybe you could work this into it somehow:

Bubblecar says: She had a strong love of Scotland, reflecting her father’s side of the family, and enjoyed recounting her adventures on her Scottish travels, and sharing aspects of the culture, particularly the songs. A musician herself, she always encouraged my music and art and I regarded her as a special soulmate on the forums. Her leaving us far too soon is a huge loss, but she’ll be with me in fond memory for the rest of my days.

I regarded her as a special soulmate on the forums – beautiful and poetic.

I found all her posts informative and friendly. She was one of the first to contact me directy.

That is a special connection to treasure roughbarked.

Ok team,
I think the bits that DA has put together and the few paragraphs that Bubblecar has written will be a good amount to slip into the service.

Can you do one more proof read (if you want) and then shoot completed notes through to my email sairy.james@gmail.com

Also, I just want to say again that it’s been so lovely reading all these special words.

SARAH said:

Ok team,
I think the bits that DA has put together and the few paragraphs that Bubblecar has written will be a good amount to slip into the service.

Can you do one more proof read (if you want) and then shoot completed notes through to my email sairy.james@gmail.com

Also, I just want to say again that it’s been so lovely reading all these special words.

Thanks a lot Sarah. Must be such an overwhelming time for you.

SARAH said:

Ok team,
I think the bits that DA has put together and the few paragraphs that Bubblecar has written will be a good amount to slip into the service.

Can you do one more proof read (if you want) and then shoot completed notes through to my email sairy.james@gmail.com

Also, I just want to say again that it’s been so lovely reading all these special words.

I’ll have a couple more read throughs and send it tomorrow morning. Sarah, thank you for allowing us to say a few words about your mum. She was a valued forum member and dedicated friend. I can’t imagine the work you’ve been doing since Tuesday, make sure you take a moment to look after yourself when you need to.

Everyone’s invited to suggest edits, I’m completely open.

SARAH said:

Ok team,
I think the bits that DA has put together and the few paragraphs that Bubblecar has written will be a good amount to slip into the service.

Can you do one more proof read (if you want) and then shoot completed notes through to my email sairy.james@gmail.com

Also, I just want to say again that it’s been so lovely reading all these special words.

I am really feeling for you Sarah!

You have so much on and you came here to let folks talk about their special connections and moments with your Mum; that is very kind and generous of you to do that.

There’s a lot of tears for you from me and all the best.

ms spock said:

SARAH said:

Ok team,
I think the bits that DA has put together and the few paragraphs that Bubblecar has written will be a good amount to slip into the service.

Can you do one more proof read (if you want) and then shoot completed notes through to my email sairy.james@gmail.com

Also, I just want to say again that it’s been so lovely reading all these special words.

I am really feeling for you Sarah!

You have so much on and you came here to let folks talk about their special connections and moments with your Mum; that is very kind and generous of you to do that.

There’s a lot of tears for you from me and all the best.

But, please, don’t be a stranger. Visit us often.

AussieDJ said:

ms spock said:

SARAH said:

Ok team,
I think the bits that DA has put together and the few paragraphs that Bubblecar has written will be a good amount to slip into the service.

Can you do one more proof read (if you want) and then shoot completed notes through to my email sairy.james@gmail.com

Also, I just want to say again that it’s been so lovely reading all these special words.

I am really feeling for you Sarah!

You have so much on and you came here to let folks talk about their special connections and moments with your Mum; that is very kind and generous of you to do that.

There’s a lot of tears for you from me and all the best.

But, please, don’t be a stranger. Visit us often.

Yeah, I’ll stick around for sure.

SARAH said:

AussieDJ said:

ms spock said:

I am really feeling for you Sarah!

You have so much on and you came here to let folks talk about their special connections and moments with your Mum; that is very kind and generous of you to do that.

There’s a lot of tears for you from me and all the best.

But, please, don’t be a stranger. Visit us often.

Yeah, I’ll stick around for sure.

That’d be nice.

Look after yourself.

AussieDJ said:

ms spock said:

SARAH said:

Ok team,
I think the bits that DA has put together and the few paragraphs that Bubblecar has written will be a good amount to slip into the service.

Can you do one more proof read (if you want) and then shoot completed notes through to my email sairy.james@gmail.com

Also, I just want to say again that it’s been so lovely reading all these special words.

I am really feeling for you Sarah!

You have so much on and you came here to let folks talk about their special connections and moments with your Mum; that is very kind and generous of you to do that.

There’s a lot of tears for you from me and all the best.

But, please, don’t be a stranger. Visit us often.

I don’t know how much science knowledge I’ve got. But if anyone needs baby rearing advice or book recommendations I’m your girl.

Other specialist subjects are Formula 1 and crocheting.

Lord knows I need help crocheting.

I can be crotchety, at times.

SARAH said:

AussieDJ said:

ms spock said:

I am really feeling for you Sarah!

You have so much on and you came here to let folks talk about their special connections and moments with your Mum; that is very kind and generous of you to do that.

There’s a lot of tears for you from me and all the best.

But, please, don’t be a stranger. Visit us often.

I don’t know how much science knowledge I’ve got. But if anyone needs baby rearing advice or book recommendations I’m your girl.

Other specialist subjects are Formula 1 and crocheting.

Crocheting assistance is always useful.

Michael V said:

I can be crotchety, at times.

And for those that are into music. They are just crochet.

Hi Sarah!!!

HUGZ

From Woodie.😁

More thoughts for your mum too. 🥹

SARAH said:

AussieDJ said:

ms spock said:

I am really feeling for you Sarah!

You have so much on and you came here to let folks talk about their special connections and moments with your Mum; that is very kind and generous of you to do that.

There’s a lot of tears for you from me and all the best.

But, please, don’t be a stranger. Visit us often.

I don’t know how much science knowledge I’ve got. But if anyone needs baby rearing advice or book recommendations I’m your girl.

Other specialist subjects are Formula 1 and crocheting.

Ooooh, Formula 1.

That’s what they feed baby race drivers once they are weaned.

SARAH said:

kii said:

dv said:

On reflection, I don’t think I can add much to what DA has said, and most of what I feel is expressed in my first post in this thread.

I think we need to be aware of how much is said, especially if Sarah is reading this at the funeral. It can be a difficult responsibility.

Sarah isn’t reading it. I’ve organised for the celebrant to have a section where she reads out any messages. But yes, probably best if it doesn’t go on too long.

Cool, not sure where I got the impression that Sarah is reading the messages.

Amongst many regrets: I never jammed with sarahs mum.

She judged herself a pretty good rhythm guitarist, and I never heard her play.

She could have accompanied me on all sorts of musical adventures, just for fun.

Bubblecar said:

Amongst many regrets: I never jammed with sarahs mum.

She judged herself a pretty good rhythm guitarist, and I never heard her play.

She could have accompanied me on all sorts of musical adventures, just for fun.

That’s a regret I also share.

btm – I couldn’t find it in the Vale SM thread, this is from Ros’s fb page.

A memorial will be held at Turnbull Funerals in Leticia Street, North Hobart, on Wednesday 21st at 1230pm – All Welcome.
There will be a live stream available for those too far away. https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0NzIwMTQwNzE2Mjk0ODcmb25lcm9vbS1hZG1pbiZjb3B5×2xpbms=

kii said:

btm – I couldn’t find it in the Vale SM thread, this is from Ros’s fb page.

A memorial will be held at Turnbull Funerals in Leticia Street, North Hobart, on Wednesday 21st at 1230pm – All Welcome.
There will be a live stream available for those too far away. https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0NzIwMTQwNzE2Mjk0ODcmb25lcm9vbS1hZG1pbiZjb3B5×2xpbms=

A sad day. :(

kii said:

btm – I couldn’t find it in the Vale SM thread, this is from Ros’s fb page.

A memorial will be held at Turnbull Funerals in Leticia Street, North Hobart, on Wednesday 21st at 1230pm – All Welcome.
There will be a live stream available for those too far away. https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0NzIwMTQwNzE2Mjk0ODcmb25lcm9vbS1hZG1pbiZjb3B5×2xpbms=

Thanks kii.

kii said:

btm – I couldn’t find it in the Vale SM thread, this is from Ros’s fb page.

A memorial will be held at Turnbull Funerals in Leticia Street, North Hobart, on Wednesday 21st at 1230pm – All Welcome.
There will be a live stream available for those too far away. https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0NzIwMTQwNzE2Mjk0ODcmb25lcm9vbS1hZG1pbiZjb3B5×2xpbms=

If you just click on the link will the zoom just start or do you need a live link?

ms spock said:

kii said:

btm – I couldn’t find it in the Vale SM thread, this is from Ros’s fb page.

A memorial will be held at Turnbull Funerals in Leticia Street, North Hobart, on Wednesday 21st at 1230pm – All Welcome.
There will be a live stream available for those too far away. https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0NzIwMTQwNzE2Mjk0ODcmb25lcm9vbS1hZG1pbiZjb3B5×2xpbms=

If you just click on the link will the zoom just start or do you need a live link?

Try this link

You need to register your name.

Bubblecar said:

ms spock said:

kii said:

btm – I couldn’t find it in the Vale SM thread, this is from Ros’s fb page.

A memorial will be held at Turnbull Funerals in Leticia Street, North Hobart, on Wednesday 21st at 1230pm – All Welcome.
There will be a live stream available for those too far away. https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0NzIwMTQwNzE2Mjk0ODcmb25lcm9vbS1hZG1pbiZjb3B5×2xpbms=

If you just click on the link will the zoom just start or do you need a live link?

Try this link

You need to register your name.

Will our forum names do?

roughbarked said:

Bubblecar said:

ms spock said:

If you just click on the link will the zoom just start or do you need a live link?

Try this link

You need to register your name.

Will our forum names do?

Probably, just give it a try. I used my real name.

Bubblecar said:

roughbarked said:

Bubblecar said:

Try this link

You need to register your name.

Will our forum names do?

Probably, just give it a try. I used my real name.

Well, Ros knew my real name. So that won’t hurt.

Bubblecar said:

ms spock said:

kii said:

btm – I couldn’t find it in the Vale SM thread, this is from Ros’s fb page.

A memorial will be held at Turnbull Funerals in Leticia Street, North Hobart, on Wednesday 21st at 1230pm – All Welcome.
There will be a live stream available for those too far away. https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0NzIwMTQwNzE2Mjk0ODcmb25lcm9vbS1hZG1pbiZjb3B5×2xpbms=

If you just click on the link will the zoom just start or do you need a live link?

Try this link

You need to register your name.

Thanks Mr Car!

roughbarked said:

Bubblecar said:

ms spock said:

If you just click on the link will the zoom just start or do you need a live link?

Try this link

You need to register your name.

Will our forum names do?

It’s probably for some sort of online guest book, that they’ll give me. So whatever names are fine.

Five minutes and counting.

Bubblecar said:

Five minutes and counting.

Heya Mr Car

Sending big hugs and lots of love,
Spocky.

Bubblecar said:

Five minutes and counting.

All in and ready to go.

ms spock said:

Bubblecar said:

Five minutes and counting.

Heya Mr Car

Sending big hugs and lots of love,
Spocky.

Cheers ms spock.

Little Henry and Maddie :)

Woodie said:

Bubblecar said:

Five minutes and counting.

All in and ready to go.

Up the top there is Camera 1 Camera 2 and Slideshow you can change your angle to watch the funeral.

I’m watching now. Sending love to everyone

A nice recent snap of Ros but it’s not terribly clear in the video.

Brindabellas said:

I’m watching now. Sending love to everyone

Right back atcha Brindabellas

Spocky and Billzilla.

***hands around some tissues to Brindabellas, Woodie and Mr Car***

Bubblecar said:

A nice recent snap of Ros but it’s not terribly clear in the video.

A clearer version on the Slideshow view

Bubblecar said:

A nice recent snap of Ros but it’s not terribly clear in the video.

You can it clearly on the ‘slideshow’ tab

AussieDJ said:

Bubblecar said:

A nice recent snap of Ros but it’s not terribly clear in the video.

A clearer version on the Slideshow view

Ta.

Her husband Brett has just arrived in a wheelchair.

Bubblecar said:

AussieDJ said:

Bubblecar said:

A nice recent snap of Ros but it’s not terribly clear in the video.

A clearer version on the Slideshow view

Ta.

Her husband Brett has just arrived in a wheelchair.

…motorised.

AussieDJ said:

Bubblecar said:

A nice recent snap of Ros but it’s not terribly clear in the video.

A clearer version on the Slideshow view

***nods***

Bubblecar said:

Bubblecar said:

AussieDJ said:

A clearer version on the Slideshow view

Ta.

Her husband Brett has just arrived in a wheelchair.

…motorised.

oh wow, I didn’t know

…and a piper, but there’s no sound :(

There was sound (music) but not now that it’s started.

Brindabellas said:

Bubblecar said:

Bubblecar said:

Ta.

Her husband Brett has just arrived in a wheelchair.

…motorised.

oh wow, I didn’t know

Ex-husband I should have said.

No probs with sound now.

Sound is back.

Bubblecar said:

…and a piper, but there’s no sound :(

We didn’t get any sound then either. I can hear now this women is talking.

Looks like it is probably firefox’s security settings that won’t let the site work for me. I’ve tried turning everything else off.

Each of the cameras has a different audio feed.

There’s also audio on the Slideshow.

(But then, I would notice that)

roughbarked said:

Looks like it is probably firefox’s security settings that won’t let the site work for me. I’ve tried turning everything else off.

https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0NzIwMTQwNzE2Mjk0ODcmb25lcm9vbS1hZG1pbiZjb3B5×2xpbms=

This link is working for me roughbarked.

Pretty sure that’s how Mr Mutant settled on Mini Me’s name, there’s a Cecily Street on his way to work back then.

ms spock said:

roughbarked said:

Looks like it is probably firefox’s security settings that won’t let the site work for me. I’ve tried turning everything else off.

https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0NzIwMTQwNzE2Mjk0ODcmb25lcm9vbS1hZG1pbiZjb3B5×2xpbms=

This link is working for me roughbarked.

Any joy, roughbarked?

I’m wearing my scottish brooch today (it was my great great great Aunt’s)

AussieDJ said:

ms spock said:

roughbarked said:

Looks like it is probably firefox’s security settings that won’t let the site work for me. I’ve tried turning everything else off.

https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0NzIwMTQwNzE2Mjk0ODcmb25lcm9vbS1hZG1pbiZjb3B5×2xpbms=

This link is working for me roughbarked.

Any joy, roughbarked?

Trying in Safari. Looks to be loading.

Cobbett! 💔

Divine Angel said:

Cobbett! 💔

I know – I’m blubbing

roughbarked said:

AussieDJ said:

ms spock said:

https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0NzIwMTQwNzE2Mjk0ODcmb25lcm9vbS1hZG1pbiZjb3B5×2xpbms=

This link is working for me roughbarked.

Any joy, roughbarked?

Trying in Safari. Looks to be loading.

Hopefully, there’ll be a replay available after the service.

AussieDJ said:

roughbarked said:

AussieDJ said:

Any joy, roughbarked?

Trying in Safari. Looks to be loading.

Hopefully, there’ll be a replay available after the service.

Safari told me it blocked three trackers so I went back to Firefox and made a tracker exception for the one streaming site. Still blank.

roughbarked said:

AussieDJ said:

roughbarked said:

Trying in Safari. Looks to be loading.

Hopefully, there’ll be a replay available after the service.

Safari told me it blocked three trackers so I went back to Firefox and made a tracker exception for the one streaming site. Still blank.

Bugger!

Good HUGZ for all.

Woodie said:

Good HUGZ for all.

I’ll go along with that and share the HUGZ.

Woodie said:

Good HUGZ for all.

Aye.

roughbarked, this video will be online for 90 days, so you have plenty of time to sort it out.

+1 (multiple times)

Go n-éirí an bothar leat Ros!
(May your journey be successful)

Woodie said:

Good HUGZ for all.

And more hugs.

Bubblecar said:

roughbarked, this video will be online for 90 days, so you have plenty of time to sort it out.

https://support.oneroomstreaming.com/knowledge/how-do-i-view-a-oneroom-service

Woodie said:

Good HUGZ for all.

HUGZ

Sadly, once again, we can’t hear the piper.

Bubblecar said:

Sadly, once again, we can’t hear the piper.

Yes, I’m sad about that too.

Bubblecar said:

Sadly, once again, we can’t hear the piper.

No audio, because the lectern mic is the only live mic in the room, and it it has been turned off.

Bubblecar said:

Sadly, once again, we can’t hear the piper.

***nods***

Bye Ms Mum.

wipes tear

Bubblecar said:

roughbarked, this video will be online for 90 days, so you have plenty of time to sort it out.

Yes. Thanks mate.

Henry heard the piper. Fingers in his ears

AussieDJ said:

Bubblecar said:

roughbarked, this video will be online for 90 days, so you have plenty of time to sort it out.

https://support.oneroomstreaming.com/knowledge/how-do-i-view-a-oneroom-service

Sarah has told us it’ll be available for 90 days.

ms spock said:

Woodie said:

Good HUGZ for all.

HUGZ

And from me too, Ros was much loved and will be missed

AussieDJ said:

Bubblecar said:

roughbarked, this video will be online for 90 days, so you have plenty of time to sort it out.

https://support.oneroomstreaming.com/knowledge/how-do-i-view-a-oneroom-service

Ta.

ruby said:

Henry heard the piper. Fingers in his ears

I saw that too

Brindabellas said:

ms spock said:

Woodie said:

Good HUGZ for all.

HUGZ

And from me too, Ros was much loved and will be missed

Missing her already.

Go well SM, peace be with you.

ruby said:

Henry heard the piper. Fingers in his ears

That made me giggle

Farewell lovely Ros.
You were special and loved.

Peak Warming Man said:

Go well SM, peace be with you.

recording is already available

Brindabellas said:

Peak Warming Man said:

Go well SM, peace be with you.

recording is already available

https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0NzIwMTQwNzE2Mjk0ODcmb25lcm9vbS1hZG1pbiZjb3B5×2xpbms%3D&fbclid=IwY2xjawKaGZlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0MWNwUHMzTUVtSnNyYlJXAR77Cl2W9mVYg_aJdztlqQ5pczu8zvKF_CwSxBrG7ubpie_fkvDQQI4QeqQJVw_aem_DofD-k6rtQBSWOcXUGDUFw

It was a nice service, all too brief but well done. I’ll be revisiting it and seeing if I can save it on my own pooter.

As for the bagpipes, I’ll be composing and performing (on my digital bagpipes) a fine piece or three dedicated to sarahs mum, and much more besides.

Bubblecar said:

It was a nice service, all too brief but well done. I’ll be revisiting it and seeing if I can save it on my own pooter.

As for the bagpipes, I’ll be composing and performing (on my digital bagpipes) a fine piece or three dedicated to sarahs mum, and much more besides.

Thank you.

It was a very touching funeral service.

Bubblecar said:

It was a nice service, all too brief but well done. I’ll be revisiting it and seeing if I can save it on my own pooter.

As for the bagpipes, I’ll be composing and performing (on my digital bagpipes) a fine piece or three dedicated to sarahs mum, and much more besides.

I would love to hear your compositions. And I’m here if you need to reach out.

I love that the foliage was from her own garden. Such a special touch.

Bubblecar said:

It was a nice service, all too brief but well done. I’ll be revisiting it and seeing if I can save it on my own pooter.

As for the bagpipes, I’ll be composing and performing (on my digital bagpipes) a fine piece or three dedicated to sarahs mum, and much more besides.

Awww that is lovely!

Brindabellas said:

Bubblecar said:

It was a nice service, all too brief but well done. I’ll be revisiting it and seeing if I can save it on my own pooter.

As for the bagpipes, I’ll be composing and performing (on my digital bagpipes) a fine piece or three dedicated to sarahs mum, and much more besides.

I would love to hear your compositions. And I’m here if you need to reach out.

I wish Ros had been able to hear a lot of more my music, but I’ve been been very slow about getting any of it out there.

But she knew that and of course we all expected her to be around for a very long time yet.

But on the bagpipes, she did get to hear this little (not very good) recording I posted the other day, and approved of it with a smile. Me performing a well-known Renaissance dance called La Volta.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RA5vdh3xjKgMAl8wxcOTMnsErXUavGIQ/view?usp=sharing

Divine Angel said:

I love that the foliage was from her own garden. Such a special touch.

Aye, well done :)

My Mum’s funeral was in the same venue. She had more conventional flowers from all sorts but the biggest display was from the Labor Party.

Bubblecar said:

Brindabellas said:

Bubblecar said:

It was a nice service, all too brief but well done. I’ll be revisiting it and seeing if I can save it on my own pooter.

As for the bagpipes, I’ll be composing and performing (on my digital bagpipes) a fine piece or three dedicated to sarahs mum, and much more besides.

I would love to hear your compositions. And I’m here if you need to reach out.

I wish Ros had been able to hear a lot of more my music, but I’ve been been very slow about getting any of it out there.

But she knew that and of course we all expected her to be around for a very long time yet.

But on the bagpipes, she did get to hear this little (not very good) recording I posted the other day, and approved of it with a smile. Me performing a well-known Renaissance dance called La Volta.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RA5vdh3xjKgMAl8wxcOTMnsErXUavGIQ/view?usp=sharing

listening now

A lovely piece, Parpyone.

Woodie said:

Bubblecar said:

Brindabellas said:

I would love to hear your compositions. And I’m here if you need to reach out.

I wish Ros had been able to hear a lot of more my music, but I’ve been been very slow about getting any of it out there.

But she knew that and of course we all expected her to be around for a very long time yet.

But on the bagpipes, she did get to hear this little (not very good) recording I posted the other day, and approved of it with a smile. Me performing a well-known Renaissance dance called La Volta.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RA5vdh3xjKgMAl8wxcOTMnsErXUavGIQ/view?usp=sharing

listening now

A lovely piece, Parpyone.

Ta.

Did you get through that,Parpyone?

RUOK??

Woodie said:

Did you get through that,Parpyone?

RUOK??

Yes, it was a healing moment, as I expected.

There’ll be sorrow ahead, and regrets, but less distress. And a lot of love.

As sarahs mum would have very much wanted

Bubblecar said:

Woodie said:

Did you get through that,Parpyone?

RUOK??

Yes, it was a healing moment, as I expected.

There’ll be sorrow ahead, and regrets, but less distress. And a lot of love.

As sarahs mum would have very much wanted

❤️

Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

Woodie said:

Did you get through that,Parpyone?

RUOK??

Yes, it was a healing moment, as I expected.

There’ll be sorrow ahead, and regrets, but less distress. And a lot of love.

As sarahs mum would have very much wanted

❤️

^ ditto.

I want to throw a big rant about things but it’s probably contrary to Comfort In Dump Out. It’s just such a rotten damned thing to occur.

dv said:

I want to throw a big rant about things but it’s probably contrary to Comfort In Dump Out. It’s just such a rotten damned thing to occur.

It is, but I don’t think Comfort In Dump Out was the real theme.

It was just a quick goodbye, to help the real mourning proceed with less distress, and with a little more insight into the person we’re mourning, from other people.

And the rotten damnedness of it all has been preoccupying me ever since we knew Ros had gone.

And I’ve been blaming myself, because I might have been able to do something about it.

Bubblecar said:

And the rotten damnedness of it all has been preoccupying me ever since we knew Ros had gone.

And I’ve been blaming myself, because I might have been able to do something about it.

You keep saying this. What do you mean?

dv said:

I want to throw a big rant about things but it’s probably contrary to Comfort In Dump Out. It’s just such a rotten damned thing to occur.

Yep.
I’m so glad I met Ros. And had some deep chats about rotten damn things.

kii said:

Bubblecar said:

And the rotten damnedness of it all has been preoccupying me ever since we knew Ros had gone.

And I’ve been blaming myself, because I might have been able to do something about it.

You keep saying this. What do you mean?

I knew there was something wrong.

Ros had withdrawn from the forum. She didn’t post on election night and thereafter just posted the Heather Cox Richardson updates and the Wordle.

I tried to engage her but with no success. I asked her “How are things going?” with no reply.

I interpreted this as her wanting me to give her a call, but I kept putting it off. I expected her mood to change.

I should have given her a call before it was too late, and I may then have been able to understand that she needed urgent medical attention.

Anyway I apologise to Sarah for posting such stuff in this thread.

And I think dv should apologise too for dismissing the memorial so harshly.

Bubblecar said:

Anyway I apologise to Sarah for posting such stuff in this thread.

And I think dv should apologise too for dismissing the memorial so harshly.

I … don’t think I’ve done any such thing.

dv said:

Bubblecar said:

Anyway I apologise to Sarah for posting such stuff in this thread.

And I think dv should apologise too for dismissing the memorial so harshly.

I … don’t think I’ve done any such thing.

“Comfort in Dump Out?”

Bubblecar said:

dv said:

Bubblecar said:

Anyway I apologise to Sarah for posting such stuff in this thread.

And I think dv should apologise too for dismissing the memorial so harshly.

I … don’t think I’ve done any such thing.

“Comfort in Dump Out?”

isn’t there a search engine or something for this kind of understanding

SCIENCE said:

Bubblecar said:

dv said:

I … don’t think I’ve done any such thing.

“Comfort in Dump Out?”

isn’t there a search engine or something for this kind of understanding

OK, fuck pop culture.

Sorry dv, I didn’t realise you were quoting something.

Anyway, let’s all be at peace :)

Bubblecar said:

dv said:

Bubblecar said:

Anyway I apologise to Sarah for posting such stuff in this thread.

And I think dv should apologise too for dismissing the memorial so harshly.

I … don’t think I’ve done any such thing.

“Comfort in Dump Out?”

Perhaps you’re unfamiliar with the phrase. It means we support people closer to the tragedy and are supported by those less close. There being people much closer than I to the tragedy, I want to be circumspective in my own expressions of personal grief.

dv said:

Bubblecar said:

dv said:

I … don’t think I’ve done any such thing.

“Comfort in Dump Out?”

Perhaps you’re unfamiliar with the phrase. It means we support people closer to the tragedy and are supported by those less close. There being people much closer than I to the tragedy, I want to be circumspective in my own expressions of personal grief.

Doesn’t mean they’re invalid. You should talk about it.

Divine Angel said:

Bubblecar said:

SCIENCE said:

Bubblecar said:

“Comfort in Dump Out?”

isn’t there a search engine or something for this kind of understanding

OK, fuck pop culture.

Sorry dv, I didn’t realise you were quoting something.

Anyway, let’s all be at peace :)

Perhaps you’re unfamiliar with the phrase. It means we support people closer to the tragedy and are supported by those less close. There being people much closer than I to the tragedy, I want to be circumspective in my own expressions of personal grief.

Doesn’t mean they’re invalid. You should talk about it.

ah well we’re bystanders so go right ahead

meanwhile we apologise for being impersonal and aloof but continue to be impersonal and aloof

also we apologise for fucking up the quoting

dv said:

It was a very touching funeral service.

There you are then, I missed this post.

It was indeed, and I apologise again for misinterpreting things.

I’m the old stupid fat uncle who drinks too much scotch at the funeral, and makes an unfortunate scene.

Bubblecar said:

I’m the old stupid fat uncle who drinks too much scotch at the funeral, and makes an unfortunate scene.

There was a dude with long hair at the service, thought it was you for a second but he wasn’t nearly as well dressed.

Bubblecar said:

dv said:

It was a very touching funeral service.

There you are then, I missed this post.

It was indeed, and I apologise again for misinterpreting things.

No need. Be kind to yourself.

dv said:

Bubblecar said:

dv said:

It was a very touching funeral service.

There you are then, I missed this post.

It was indeed, and I apologise again for misinterpreting things.

No need. Be kind to yourself.

Yes Mr Car
Look after yourself

Thank you to Sarah for letting us be a part of the service, that was very special.
My thoughts are with Sarah and her hubby and Henry and Madeline. And Ros’s sister too.

ruby said:

Thank you to Sarah for letting us be a part of the service, that was very special.
My thoughts are with Sarah and her hubby and Henry and Madeline. And Ros’s sister too.

It was a fine speech from Alison, with some lovely insights into Ros’s early years.

ruby said:

Thank you to Sarah for letting us be a part of the service, that was very special.
My thoughts are with Sarah and her hubby and Henry and Madeline. And Ros’s sister too.

Everything Ruby said. It’s gracious of Sarah for including the forum. Love to all

SCIENCE said:

Bubblecar said:

dv said:

I … don’t think I’ve done any such thing.

“Comfort in Dump Out?”

isn’t there a search engine or something for this kind of understanding

I didn’t know what it meant. Now I do.

Divine Angel said:

ruby said:

Thank you to Sarah for letting us be a part of the service, that was very special.
My thoughts are with Sarah and her hubby and Henry and Madeline. And Ros’s sister too.

Everything Ruby said. It’s gracious of Sarah for including the forum. Love to all

Hi gang.
Thought I’d pop in and say hi/thankyou. Of course I was always going to include something, and getting in here over the last few days has really made me see how close you all still were.

Everyone goes through grief differently and as said, you were all so close in your own way. Don’t feel like you’re doing it wrong or anything.

It really was a lovely service. If you want to chat about anything, you know where to find me.

Hi Sarah,

It was a lovely service, very moving. So great seeing you and your kids, and hit home how long we have all known each other.
hugs to you and your beautiful family. Going to miss your mum

SARAH said:

Divine Angel said:

ruby said:

Thank you to Sarah for letting us be a part of the service, that was very special.
My thoughts are with Sarah and her hubby and Henry and Madeline. And Ros’s sister too.

Everything Ruby said. It’s gracious of Sarah for including the forum. Love to all

Hi gang.
Thought I’d pop in and say hi/thankyou. Of course I was always going to include something, and getting in here over the last few days has really made me see how close you all still were.

Everyone goes through grief differently and as said, you were all so close in your own way. Don’t feel like you’re doing it wrong or anything.

HUGZ for Sarah.

It was a great tribute to your mum. Thanks for giving us the privilege to view and participate.

SARAH said:

Divine Angel said:

ruby said:

Thank you to Sarah for letting us be a part of the service, that was very special.
My thoughts are with Sarah and her hubby and Henry and Madeline. And Ros’s sister too.

Everything Ruby said. It’s gracious of Sarah for including the forum. Love to all

Hi gang.
Thought I’d pop in and say hi/thankyou. Of course I was always going to include something, and getting in here over the last few days has really made me see how close you all still were.

Everyone goes through grief differently and as said, you were all so close in your own way. Don’t feel like you’re doing it wrong or anything.

Thanks Sarah. It was a very comforting service.

Sorry for causing a silly little scene earlier :)

Brindabellas said:

Hi Sarah,

It was a lovely service, very moving. So great seeing you and your kids, and hit home how long we have all known each other.
hugs to you and your beautiful family. Going to miss your mum

Same here, and best wishes for Sarah and family.

SARAH said:

Divine Angel said:

ruby said:

Thank you to Sarah for letting us be a part of the service, that was very special.
My thoughts are with Sarah and her hubby and Henry and Madeline. And Ros’s sister too.

Everything Ruby said. It’s gracious of Sarah for including the forum. Love to all

Hi gang.
Thought I’d pop in and say hi/thankyou. Of course I was always going to include something, and getting in here over the last few days has really made me see how close you all still were.

Everyone goes through grief differently and as said, you were all so close in your own way. Don’t feel like you’re doing it wrong or anything.

Sarah, you are a real sweetheart! Thank you so much in one of the most difficult times in your life being so kind to the online folks. Weeping a bit here for you.

SARAH said:

Divine Angel said:

ruby said:

Thank you to Sarah for letting us be a part of the service, that was very special.
My thoughts are with Sarah and her hubby and Henry and Madeline. And Ros’s sister too.

Everything Ruby said. It’s gracious of Sarah for including the forum. Love to all

Hi gang.
Thought I’d pop in and say hi/thankyou. Of course I was always going to include something, and getting in here over the last few days has really made me see how close you all still were.

Everyone goes through grief differently and as said, you were all so close in your own way. Don’t feel like you’re doing it wrong or anything.

Dearest Sarah – I managed to have my phone on my desk to watch the service, sneakily whilst still “working” today.
Thank you so much for allowing us all to be present… I so loved “meeting” your little ones on the screen. Almost as much as meeting your mum finally in person two years ago, in her little home in Snug.
She has always been – in my opinion and in that of most others here I think – one of the most loved forumites. The privilege of being on the receiving end of just a smidge of her kindness, generosity, warmth and wit will stay with me forever.
And thank you to BC and DA and everyone else who contributed to the beautiful words read out on our behalf.
I am, as are we all, better off for having known her.
Mandi x (the original “freak”)

I just watched the recording. A beautiful and touching service. I also loved that foliage from home was placed. Thank you, Sarah, for allowing us to be part of her farewell and, indeed, for bringing your mum, when you were a child, to this little corner of the internet where she shone so brightly.

freaky said:

SARAH said:

Divine Angel said:

Everything Ruby said. It’s gracious of Sarah for including the forum. Love to all

Hi gang.
Thought I’d pop in and say hi/thankyou. Of course I was always going to include something, and getting in here over the last few days has really made me see how close you all still were.

Everyone goes through grief differently and as said, you were all so close in your own way. Don’t feel like you’re doing it wrong or anything.

Dearest Sarah – I managed to have my phone on my desk to watch the service, sneakily whilst still “working” today.
Thank you so much for allowing us all to be present… I so loved “meeting” your little ones on the screen. Almost as much as meeting your mum finally in person two years ago, in her little home in Snug.
She has always been – in my opinion and in that of most others here I think – one of the most loved forumites. The privilege of being on the receiving end of just a smidge of her kindness, generosity, warmth and wit will stay with me forever.
And thank you to BC and DA and everyone else who contributed to the beautiful words read out on our behalf.
I am, as are we all, better off for having known her.
Mandi x (the original “freak”)

Beautifully written and expressed Freaky!

Here, here…

ms spock said:

freaky said:

SARAH said:

Hi gang.
Thought I’d pop in and say hi/thankyou. Of course I was always going to include something, and getting in here over the last few days has really made me see how close you all still were.

Everyone goes through grief differently and as said, you were all so close in your own way. Don’t feel like you’re doing it wrong or anything.

Dearest Sarah – I managed to have my phone on my desk to watch the service, sneakily whilst still “working” today.
Thank you so much for allowing us all to be present… I so loved “meeting” your little ones on the screen. Almost as much as meeting your mum finally in person two years ago, in her little home in Snug.
She has always been – in my opinion and in that of most others here I think – one of the most loved forumites. The privilege of being on the receiving end of just a smidge of her kindness, generosity, warmth and wit will stay with me forever.
And thank you to BC and DA and everyone else who contributed to the beautiful words read out on our behalf.
I am, as are we all, better off for having known her.
Mandi x (the original “freak”)

Beautifully written and expressed Freaky!

Here, here…

Yes, thanks very much for that freaky.

Bubblecar said:

ms spock said:

freaky said:

Dearest Sarah – I managed to have my phone on my desk to watch the service, sneakily whilst still “working” today.
Thank you so much for allowing us all to be present… I so loved “meeting” your little ones on the screen. Almost as much as meeting your mum finally in person two years ago, in her little home in Snug.
She has always been – in my opinion and in that of most others here I think – one of the most loved forumites. The privilege of being on the receiving end of just a smidge of her kindness, generosity, warmth and wit will stay with me forever.
And thank you to BC and DA and everyone else who contributed to the beautiful words read out on our behalf.
I am, as are we all, better off for having known her.
Mandi x (the original “freak”)

Beautifully written and expressed Freaky!

Here, here…

Yes, thanks very much for that freaky.

Ros had her own problems that plagued her but didn’t let that get in the way of giving and helping to others.

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Michael V said:

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Thanks.

SARAH said:

Other specialist subjects are Formula 1 and crocheting.

You sell yourself short, you are an artist in your own right. (I have one of your pieces here that I will get framed one of these days)

Called Turnbull Funerals, and only immediate family can download the service video, unless they have permission from the immediate family.

So they’re going to contact Sarah about it.

Bubblecar said:

Called Turnbull Funerals, and only immediate family can download the service video, unless they have permission from the immediate family.

So they’re going to contact Sarah about it.

Yep, they called me. They’re going to send an actual thumbdrive to Bubblecar. But I’m pretty sure I’ve got a download link somewhere in my emails also – if anyone wants it.

SARAH said:

Bubblecar said:

Called Turnbull Funerals, and only immediate family can download the service video, unless they have permission from the immediate family.

So they’re going to contact Sarah about it.

Yep, they called me. They’re going to send an actual thumbdrive to Bubblecar. But I’m pretty sure I’ve got a download link somewhere in my emails also – if anyone wants it.

Ah goodo, thanks Sarah :)

I assume they’ll call me to get my address.

Bubblecar said:

SARAH said:

Bubblecar said:

Called Turnbull Funerals, and only immediate family can download the service video, unless they have permission from the immediate family.

So they’re going to contact Sarah about it.

Yep, they called me. They’re going to send an actual thumbdrive to Bubblecar. But I’m pretty sure I’ve got a download link somewhere in my emails also – if anyone wants it.

Ah goodo, thanks Sarah :)

I assume they’ll call me to get my address.

I guess so…
I found the link. Happy to pass it on to anyone. just shoot me an email at sairy.james (at) gmail.com

SARAH said:

Bubblecar said:

SARAH said:

Yep, they called me. They’re going to send an actual thumbdrive to Bubblecar. But I’m pretty sure I’ve got a download link somewhere in my emails also – if anyone wants it.

Ah goodo, thanks Sarah :)

I assume they’ll call me to get my address.

I guess so…
I found the link. Happy to pass it on to anyone. just shoot me an email at sairy.james (at) gmail.com

How have you been?

Bubblecar said:

How have you been?

I think I’m ok. There’s been times in the past that Mum and I had gone this long without catching up, so it’s still not really feeling terribly different. There’s been times that I’ve seen a cool piece of art, or a funny meme that I would have normally sent her and thought, oh no, now I can’t send this to her. (Small things, i know)

I’m still flabbergasted as how much admin there is still to do, and how much legal stuff surrounds a will that is essentially “Sarah gets everything.”

SARAH said:

Bubblecar said:

How have you been?

I think I’m ok. There’s been times in the past that Mum and I had gone this long without catching up, so it’s still not really feeling terribly different. There’s been times that I’ve seen a cool piece of art, or a funny meme that I would have normally sent her and thought, oh no, now I can’t send this to her. (Small things, i know)

I’m still flabbergasted as how much admin there is still to do, and how much legal stuff surrounds a will that is essentially “Sarah gets everything.”

Yes, much the same here. “Sarahs mum would have liked this” has become a common everyday theme. And just feeling that bit more alone in the world.

My youngest sister and her husband have been daunted by all the red tape following the death last year of both his (very elderly) parents. Taking many months for the estate to actually leave the public trustees and go to the beneficiaries

Bubblecar said:

SARAH said:

Bubblecar said:

How have you been?

I think I’m ok. There’s been times in the past that Mum and I had gone this long without catching up, so it’s still not really feeling terribly different. There’s been times that I’ve seen a cool piece of art, or a funny meme that I would have normally sent her and thought, oh no, now I can’t send this to her. (Small things, i know)

I’m still flabbergasted as how much admin there is still to do, and how much legal stuff surrounds a will that is essentially “Sarah gets everything.”

Yes, much the same here. “Sarahs mum would have liked this” has become a common everyday theme. And just feeling that bit more alone in the world.

My youngest sister and her husband have been daunted by all the red tape following the death last year of both his (very elderly) parents. Taking many months for the estate to actually leave the public trustees and go to the beneficiaries

I’m still waiting for my mother’s will to be finalised. That’s years.

Mum doesn’t have a will. Dad has one of those write-your-own will kits from the post office. After sibeen died Mr Mutant and I were set to get our wills done, but we got stuck on where Mini Me would go, and never revisited the topic.

Divine Angel said:

Mum doesn’t have a will. Dad has one of those write-your-own will kits from the post office. After sibeen died Mr Mutant and I were set to get our wills done, but we got stuck on where Mini Me would go, and never revisited the topic.

Do it. Matthew V died intestate. It has been really difficult for his widow. This is despite one of Matthew’s good friends being a solicitor, and handling the affairs of the estate.

Divine Angel said:

Mum doesn’t have a will. Dad has one of those write-your-own will kits from the post office. After sibeen died Mr Mutant and I were set to get our wills done, but we got stuck on where Mini Me would go, and never revisited the topic.

we got our wills done after a close friend father finally died after laying in a vegetative state for 12 years where her mother couldnt do anything from a financial perspective in terms of selling the house, closing bank accounts, changing the electricity bill out from his name… anything…

well worth the conversations…

I had my children willed to my niece, who at the time had two younger children, so she could have used mine as slaves,…

Divine Angel said:

Mum doesn’t have a will. Dad has one of those write-your-own will kits from the post office. After sibeen died Mr Mutant and I were set to get our wills done, but we got stuck on where Mini Me would go, and never revisited the topic.

This is pretty much where me and Tim are at. But now that we’ve got a bit of a relationship with the team that did Mum’s will, we’ll probably just get them to do ours now. Kiddos will go to Tim’s parents, with some sort of caveat that they need to provide visiting time to any of my family who want to see them.

Divine Angel said:

Mum doesn’t have a will. Dad has one of those write-your-own will kits from the post office. After sibeen died Mr Mutant and I were set to get our wills done, but we got stuck on where Mini Me would go, and never revisited the topic.

I got my will done through the Public Trustee, it’s a free service.

SARAH said:

Divine Angel said:

Mum doesn’t have a will. Dad has one of those write-your-own will kits from the post office. After sibeen died Mr Mutant and I were set to get our wills done, but we got stuck on where Mini Me would go, and never revisited the topic.

This is pretty much where me and Tim are at. But now that we’ve got a bit of a relationship with the team that did Mum’s will, we’ll probably just get them to do ours now. Kiddos will go to Tim’s parents, with some sort of caveat that they need to provide visiting time to any of my family who want to see them.

That’s where we got stuck. Ideally I’d like her to go with my sister, however my sister is childless by choice so it’s unfair to plop a kid with her. I do not want her to go with my mum. Which leaves MIL and SIL. I don’t know if SIL would be willing. MIL probably would be, so I guess that’s the choice.

A friend in Melbourne said she’d be willing and able, however Mini Me has never met her, and you know, moving to Melbourne.

Assets etc are done, it will be “everything to Mini Me” in case of both our deaths.

Just had a call from Clare from Turnbull Funerals, asking for my address :)

Arts said:

I had my children willed to my niece, who at the time had two younger children, so she could have used mine as slaves,…

I see.

Divine Angel said:

Mum doesn’t have a will. Dad has one of those write-your-own will kits from the post office. After sibeen died Mr Mutant and I were set to get our wills done, but we got stuck on where Mini Me would go, and never revisited the topic.

Wills a super difficult, especially when you have dependents. Mrs ds has very specific wants that require trust structures and the like, but it gives her piece of mind so that’s good. We also have the advantage of having independent kids that can look after the dependent kids so anything happen.

SARAH said:

Divine Angel said:

Mum doesn’t have a will. Dad has one of those write-your-own will kits from the post office. After sibeen died Mr Mutant and I were set to get our wills done, but we got stuck on where Mini Me would go, and never revisited the topic.

This is pretty much where me and Tim are at. But now that we’ve got a bit of a relationship with the team that did Mum’s will, we’ll probably just get them to do ours now. Kiddos will go to Tim’s parents, with some sort of caveat that they need to provide visiting time to any of my family who want to see them.

intentions are one thing, but there is actually no way of enforcing this – all any of us can do is trust in the people we believe will do things in our best intentions.