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Offline marakeshsparrow

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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #930 on: January 25, 2008, 02:26:45 PM »
I thought I should stop by and just drop a line.  This is the first time I've been on the forum in a while.  And it's been to hard this week.

But this is for Jackie. 

I wasn't very close with her.  But I knew from the moment I'd met her, what a sweet and wonderful person she was. 

Some people just shine.  And she was one of them.  I remember she was the very first person I met when I nervously wandered to the Adobo Grill for the Midwest slash bash.  She was standing outside having a smoke--and there was something about her.  Something friendly, and something familiar.  I moved towards her and I guess she could tell I was a Brokie, because she gave me a huge bear hug and walked me inside.  I've never forgotten that.

My thoughts go out to her family, and all the people her life has touched.  I'm sure she's having a ball wherever she be. 
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #931 on: January 25, 2008, 02:29:23 PM »
Jari,

Like you, I would never consider myself someone who had an intimate relationship with the other side.  That is the first dream I have ever had like that.  I dream of my mom and dad and it is always in a family setting somehow and those dreams seem so totally natural, just part of sleeping well I would say.  But this one,  this one was something else entirely.  I have never dreamed about the people I was with and I have never dreamed about the hotel in Jackson Hole, in fact I have not even thought about that hotel in a very long time.  But this dream seemed so incredilbly real, it was stunningly vivid.  My dreams never wake me but this one did.  In all honesty, it frightened me.  The fear only lasted until I realized it was a dream, but for those few seconds, I'll bet my blood pressure was nearly off the charts.  I will never forget this dream for as long as I live.
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #932 on: January 25, 2008, 02:50:24 PM »
Marakesh-- this one's from Melissa's vid

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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #933 on: January 25, 2008, 03:03:10 PM »
That's Maureen, 3rd from right in the above pic, standing next to Rodney.

I sent Maureen a copy of Paula's post, and here's her reply:

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Dearest John:

I'm moved to tears. 

Jackie certainly raised a golden, prize-winning son who chose for his bride the perfect daughter-in-law for Jackie and her family.

Many Many blessings to Jackie's family both related and not...but all related in spirit and in love.

I love You...John-John

Maureen
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #934 on: January 25, 2008, 03:16:14 PM »
Quote from: marakeshsparrow on January 25, 2008, 02:26:45 PM
I thought I should stop by and just drop a line.  This is the first time I've been on the forum in a while.  And it's been to hard this week.

Thanks so much for stopping by - it's good to hear from you.  And thanks to (the other) Jess for posting your pic.
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #935 on: January 25, 2008, 04:09:16 PM »
Is anybody out there??  I need to talk.

Paula
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #936 on: January 25, 2008, 04:10:46 PM »
Quote from: JackiesDIL on January 25, 2008, 04:09:16 PM
Is anybody out there??  I need to talk.

Paula

Hi Paula - I'm about if I can help

Sal     ;D
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #937 on: January 25, 2008, 04:14:39 PM »
Hello beautiful people,

Alright,in one hour I will be leaving to the airport and I am asking all who are attending to PLEASE give Adrian a final head count for Saturday and another for the folks that will be staying with Paula and her family...Gosh...saying all this sounds so insane...we're actually having a slumber party with Jackie's family.......whew...so many emotions here

Okay...Adrian is going to call me as soon as I touch the ground in DC and I have to immediately contact Paula...so please send him a PM ASAP!

I'm so looking forward to seeing you there,and remember,those who couldn't make it...PLEASE know that you will be mentioned and thought of tomorrow...our hugs and tears will be from ALL OF US!...you HEAR me?

God Bless

your amiga,

Nellie XO
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #938 on: January 25, 2008, 04:14:55 PM »
Hi Paula

I am here too...

How are you doing darling?
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #939 on: January 25, 2008, 04:17:34 PM »
Paula, I'm here as well.

I read your post from last night not long ago, it was really very touching.  Thank you for taking the time to come here and post it.

Monica
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #940 on: January 25, 2008, 04:20:47 PM »
Quote from: JackiesDIL on January 25, 2008, 04:09:16 PM
Is anybody out there??  I need to talk.

Paula

Paula,

If you need to speak by telephone, I would be pleased to do so.  I am Malcolm, Jackie's friend (and host in Texas this past May/June).

xxxxxx

I have been in touch with Jessica.  Best wishes and best love to everyone.

Malcolm


post edited by LoveEmBoys to remove personal information.  I have PMd your phone number to Paula, Malcolm
« Last Edit: January 25, 2008, 04:29:00 PM by LoveEmBoys »
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #941 on: January 25, 2008, 04:24:55 PM »
Safe journey, (((Nellie)))   
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #942 on: January 25, 2008, 04:29:29 PM »
Best wishes Nell.  As I told Fritz, please leave a tear behind for me.   :-*

Mitchell
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #943 on: January 25, 2008, 04:29:43 PM »
Quote from: JackiesDIL on January 25, 2008, 04:09:16 PM
Is anybody out there??  I need to talk.

Paula

Paula...my gosh....I tried calling you,the line is busy
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Re: "Jackie's Friends"
« Reply #944 on: January 25, 2008, 04:30:29 PM »
I'm sitting here in Jackie's apt, just balling my eyes out.  Everything around me just reminds me of her, smells like her, brings memories of her.  I just can't stop crying.  I'm here still, all alone, because I'm trying to burn her photos to disks, so that I can have them ready for slideshows tomorrow.  I want to show you all how much you mean to her, how she cherished every moment with you, how she held thoughts of all of you so deeply in her heart and soul.  I want to get the shows together, and make copies of disks for all of you.  I want everything to be perfect, my God!  I didn't even feel this way about my wedding day.  I had a couple of weeks to plan that one; this is just to fast.  It wasn't supposed to happen this way.  Sorry I'm rambling, I can barely see the keyboard, and I'm shaking to hard to make any sense.  Thanks for listening.
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