Hi folks

I have not been very active over the last 6-8 weeks and my apologies for the lack of replies etc.

My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

I plan to start to circle back to BBSing and catch up (slowly) on my network admin, echomail, netmail etc.

If you're reading this and had emailed me to apply for a node number and not heard back in recent times, I'm sorry but it's family stuff that comes first and I hope you understand.

Mum's death was not unexpected, she had been suffering from dementia for the last few years and it had been a long slow goodbye with an uncertain end date... nothing I'd wish on anyone.

Any who that's the latest... I haven't completely dropped off the face of the earth but I have been juggling family and work a lot more these past few months.

I hope this finds you well, and as always thanks for being part of the fsxNet community.

Best, Paul

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My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

Sorry to hear that Avon, consolences and best wishes.

Good vibes headed your way from this part of the world.

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On Sun, 24 Nov 2024 13:59:42 +1300
"Avon" (21:1/101) <Avon@f101.n1.z21.fidonet> wrote:

Hi folks

I have not been very active over the last 6-8 weeks and my apologies
for the lack of replies etc.

My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been
busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling
a funeral etc.

Sorry for your loss.
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Hi Paul

Any who that's the latest... I haven't completely dropped off the face of the earth but I have been juggling family and work a lot more these past few months.

I'm sorry about your mum, that's tough.

Hope you're doing ok, and glad to hear from you.

Andrew

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Avon wrote to All <=-

My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been
busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

Very sorry to hear that, Avon. My best thoughts and wishes to you and
your family.



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I have not been very active over the last 6-8 weeks and my apologies for the lack of replies etc.

Its ok, Avon - you are a champion of this community. You've done more for BBSing than I could ever hope to do... you touch so many new sysops over so many years. You're OK to take the time that you need.

My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been
busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

I'm sorry for your loss - these times show, like decades of BBS history, that time passes. That we all go through... life. I'm sorry that your current experience includes this... experience.

I plan to start to circle back to BBSing and catch up (slowly) on my network admin, echomail, netmail etc.

If you're reading this and had emailed me to apply for a node number and not heard back in recent times, I'm sorry but it's family stuff that
comes first and I hope you understand.

You take all the time you need. Screw those new sysops trying to get on fsx. They'll be there when you come back round... the important part is that you will, Paul.

Mum's death was not unexpected, she had been suffering from dementia for the last few years and it had been a long slow goodbye with an uncertain end date... nothing I'd wish on anyone.

Any who that's the latest... I haven't completely dropped off the face
of the earth but I have been juggling family and work a lot more these past few months.

Again, apologies and understanding for what yer going thru. Thank you for being who you are in this community. The newbies will understand - later. I hope you had a good service and that you are able to let go in the ways that best suite you... I'm sorry, Paul.

I hope this finds you well, and as always thanks for being part of the fsxNet community.

You always put community over self. While I understand, please take the moments that you deserve - and know that this community will be right here standing with you when you're able to come back and pay attention.

Sorry, Paul. I feel you.



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On 24 Nov 2024, Avon said the following...

My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been
busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

I'm very sorry to hear that, Paul. :(
My deepest condolences to you.

Kind regards,
Bj”rn

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You take all the time you need. Screw those new sysops trying to get on fsx. They'll be there when you come back round... the important part is that you will, Paul.

I understand the vibe, but I am sure the new sysops didn't know, and I am sure they would be quiet understanding of the situation now that they do.

Andrew

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Hello Avon,

24 Nov 24 13:59, you wrote to all:

My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been
busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

Very sorry to hear that, my condolences and wishing you strength and comfort through these difficult times.

Best,
Floris


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I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. My deepest
condolences.

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Re: Update
By: Avon to All on Sun Nov 24 2024 01:59 pm

My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

Very sorry for your loss.

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Avon wrote to All <=-

My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been
busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

My condolences on your loss. I figured as such when you said you'd be
gone for a while and I hoped for the best. Moms can be hard, most
families I know of were matriarchies where mom is the center of the
family - mine, certainly.

Mum's death was not unexpected, she had been suffering from dementia
for the last few years and it had been a long slow goodbye with an uncertain end date... nothing I'd wish on anyone.

I fear I'm going down the same road - my mother fell 5 weeks ago, broke
her hip and elbow. She's in an inpatient rehab facility now and we're
shopping for memory care facilities for her - she won't be able to go
home and live alone any more. The fall was more of an accellerant - we
were headed towards memory care for a while.

I hope this finds you well, and as always thanks for being part of the fsxNet community.

We're trying to keep the place tidy. So far, it's been pretty
politics-free, which is impressive.




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Hello Avon,

24 Nov 24 13:59, you wrote to All:

Hi folks

I have not been very active over the last 6-8 weeks and my apologies
for the lack of replies etc.

My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been
busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

I plan to start to circle back to BBSing and catch up (slowly) on my network admin, echomail, netmail etc.

If you're reading this and had emailed me to apply for a node number
and not heard back in recent times, I'm sorry but it's family stuff
that comes first and I hope you understand.

Mum's death was not unexpected, she had been suffering from dementia
for the last few years and it had been a long slow goodbye with an uncertain end date... nothing I'd wish on anyone.

Any who that's the latest... I haven't completely dropped off the face
of the earth but I have been juggling family and work a lot more these
past few months.

I hope this finds you well, and as always thanks for being part of the fsxNet community.

sorry for your loss Paul! take your time!

Regards,
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Re: Update
By: Avon to All on Sun Nov 24 2024 01:59 pm

My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

Mum's death was not unexpected, she had been suffering from dementia for the last few years and it had been a long slow goodbye with an uncertain end date... nothing I'd wish on anyone.

I'm really sorry to hear that. Condolences to you and your family. :(

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On 24 Nov 2024, Avon said the following...

I have not been very active over the last 6-8 weeks and my apologies for the lack of replies etc.

My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been
busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

Mum's death was not unexpected, she had been suffering from dementia for the last few years and it had been a long slow goodbye with an uncertain end date... nothing I'd wish on anyone.

Prayers and thoughts with you all, Paul. Being there, dealing with supporting our surviving parents when it happens, and trying to do our best for the parent who has died is what we get left with as events do what they will do.

We all are thinking of your family and of you, and much appreciate that you've shared with us.

Condolences and Godbless,

Steve
K9ZW

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My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been
busy in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

My condolences. Dementia is something we've not had to deal with yet but,
as my parents are both around 80 I worry about it.


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Hi Avon,

I have not been very active over the last 6-8 weeks and my apologies for
the lack of replies etc.

My mum/mom passed away a few weeks ago and because of that I've been busy
in the lead up to her death supporting my dad and then juggling a funeral etc.

Take your time. We'll all still be here when you return.
Thanks for all you do.

Louis


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Avon,

My prayers and thoughts to you and your family. My mother-in-law is in late stage dementia, I know what you've been going through.

73, Matty

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On 23 Nov 2024 at 05:49p, Al pondered and said...

Sorry to hear that Avon, consolences and best wishes.
Good vibes headed your way from this part of the world.

Thanks Al, appreciate the kind thoughts :)

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On 24 Nov 2024 at 12:16p, apam pondered and said...

I'm sorry about your mum, that's tough.
Hope you're doing ok, and glad to hear from you.

Thanks Andrew, we're on the mend, starting to circle back to my hobbies now.

Kerr Avon [Blake's 7] 'I'm not expendable, I'm not stupid and I'm not going' avon[at]bbs.nz | bbs.nz | fsxnet.nz

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On 23 Nov 2024 at 08:33p, Gamgee pondered and said...

Very sorry to hear that, Avon. My best thoughts and wishes to you and your family.

Thanks Gamgee, appreciate the kind thoughts.

Kerr Avon [Blake's 7] 'I'm not expendable, I'm not stupid and I'm not going' avon[at]bbs.nz | bbs.nz | fsxnet.nz

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On 23 Nov 2024 at 07:34p, paulie420 pondered and said...

You always put community over self. While I understand, please take the moments that you deserve - and know that this community will be right
here standing with you when you're able to come back and pay attention. Sorry, Paul. I feel you.

Thanks Paulie... appreciate the thoughts and best wishes, yep we're on the mend now and starting to re-engage with hobbies :)

Kerr Avon [Blake's 7] 'I'm not expendable, I'm not stupid and I'm not going' avon[at]bbs.nz | bbs.nz | fsxnet.nz

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On 24 Nov 2024 at 06:44a, Zip pondered and said...

I'm very sorry to hear that, Paul. :(
My deepest condolences to you.

You're a top bloke Zip :) Appreciate the kindness.

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On 24 Nov 2024 at 10:04a, Floris van Unen pondered and said...

Very sorry to hear that, my condolences and wishing you strength and comfort through these difficult times.

Thanks Floris for your kindness and for thinking of me.

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On 25 Nov 2024 at 03:11a, tenser pondered and said...

I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. My deepest
condolences.

Thanks Tenser, I feel really supported by the community here... I'm a lucky lad.

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On 24 Nov 2024 at 09:36a, Codefenix pondered and said...

Very sorry for your loss.

Thanks Codefenix, really appreciate you taking the time to drop me a note.

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On 24 Nov 2024 at 09:07a, poindexter FORTRAN pondered and said...

My condolences on your loss. I figured as such when you said you'd be
gone for a while and I hoped for the best. Moms can be hard, most

Thanks poindexter... yep let's chat some more we do have a fair bit in common. I'll respond more fully at a later date.

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On 24 Nov 2024 at 06:52p, Roon pondered and said...

sorry for your loss Paul! take your time!

Thanks Roon, appreciate your kindness.

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On 24 Nov 2024 at 02:46p, Nightfox pondered and said...

I'm really sorry to hear that. Condolences to you and your family. :(

Thanks Nightfox, so very kind of you, thanks man...

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On 24 Nov 2024 at 03:58a, k9zw pondered and said...

Prayers and thoughts with you all, Paul. Being there, dealing with

We all are thinking of your family and of you, and much appreciate that you've shared with us.

Thanks k9zw, I feel really supported, appreciate your kind words.

Kerr Avon [Blake's 7] 'I'm not expendable, I'm not stupid and I'm not going' avon[at]bbs.nz | bbs.nz | fsxnet.nz

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On 25 Nov 2024 at 10:38a, Dumas Walker pondered and said...

My condolences. Dementia is something we've not had to deal with yet
but, as my parents are both around 80 I worry about it.

Yep as have I and more so now I guess, thanks Dumas I hope your folks are doing well :)

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On 25 Nov 2024 at 08:57p, Satchmo pondered and said...

Take your time. We'll all still be here when you return.
Thanks for all you do.

Thanks Louis, appreciate you taking the time to drop me this note :)

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On 26 Nov 2024 at 04:43p, Matty pondered and said...

My prayers and thoughts to you and your family. My mother-in-law is in late stage dementia, I know what you've been going through.

Thanks Matty, I'm sending good vibes your way also... it's a long slow goodbye :(

Kerr Avon [Blake's 7] 'I'm not expendable, I'm not stupid and I'm not going' avon[at]bbs.nz | bbs.nz | fsxnet.nz

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Thanks Andrew, we're on the mend, starting to circle back to my hobbies
now.

I'm glad you're on the mend. Feel free to disregard the message I sent
you on Agency (I think I sent one anyway) but that was before I knew what
was happening. Deon sorted me out.

There is lots of support here for you if you need it, lots of people who
care, and I don't think any body would be upset if it takes more time to
get back to usual.

Take care,
Andrew

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