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While I have continued to read HCR's letters over the past few days, I have been remiss about posting anything myself. My "little" brother died on Saturday, and there is a huge hole in my heart. We all have a family story and he was a significant part of mine. I no longer have a verifier, one who can validate or refute my memories.

All this to say, thank you, Heather, for your overview of the past four years, especially one that echoes my own. I wouldn't want them repeated, but I certainly needed to have them chronicled. May we never have to live through anything even vaguely similar. The damage inflicted upon us by 45 and his lackeys will be haunting us for decades to come.

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I love your comment “I no longer have a verifier, one who can validate or refute my memories.” I lost my best friend, my sister, 3 years ago and this really describes perfectly part of my heartbreak! I am so sorry!

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My deepest sympathies to you, too, Deborah -- and my thanks.

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My deepest condolences to you and Deborah.

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Thank you, Marlene.

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I am sorry for your loss, Rowshan. May your brother’s memory be a blessing.

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Ditto...

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Thank you, Deb!

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Thank you, Suzette!

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My deep condolences. I've had a similar loss of family memory and even though several members, now gone, left written stories, those accounts are only paper leaves covered in dead ink. Nothing can compensate for loved ones lost.

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For sure, Dan! My heartfelt sympathies to you, too!

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Rowshan, no need to apologize. We are all grieving with you. And we are glad you're back.

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That's very sweet, Linda. My thanks to you!

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So very sorry to know that you are mourning your dear brother, Rowshan. I join my voice with all the others here... you are not alone. Take care.

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Many, many thanks, Judith!

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Blessings, Rowshan.

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Thank you, Lynelle! I feel those blessings ❣️

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Rowshan, sincere condolences for your loss.

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Many, many thanks, Daria❣️

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Rowshan, I feel very strongly for you. Such a sibling is a treasure.

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Thanks so much, Lindsay❣️

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There's nothing to thank, Rowshan. All my best to you!! Lindsay

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Rowshan, we send you our deepest sympathy. Hoping your warm memories will carry you through.

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How kind, Carla! Thank you!

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May your understandable grief be lifted at not also having to read about the destructive actions of DJT. Peace be with you. It has been a sorrow-filled time. 💙

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It has, indeed, Marcy! Thank you.

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Rowshan, I’m so sorry for your loss of your brother. My condolences to you and your family. Marian

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Thanks so very much, Marian!

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Rowshan, you're welcome. Take care. Best, Marian

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Sincere condolences for your loss.

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Thank you, Lynn.

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I, too, send condolences, Rowshan. I am so very sorry for the loss of your brother, your verifier. May you be blessed with comfort in this time of grief.

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Oh Rowshan, I am so sorry, and I am aching for you and your family. We care and we’re glad you are here. I wish I could give you a hug....

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I send you my heartfelt condolences, Rowshan. I lost both my "little" brothers much too soon, and you just said eloquently something that I remember feeling but had no words for, that "I no longer have a verifier, one who can validate or refute my memories." Peace to you. You're not alone.

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My deepest sympathies to you, Rowshan.

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