Some years ago, I posted a piece following the death of Malcolm, my wonderful Scottish father. A few hours ago I was present when my equally wonderful French-Canadian mother, Claire Marie-Ange Buchanan, 95, breathed her last. I am closing the office for a number of days.
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Very sorry Mike. You know me and the guys are here.
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Thanks Andy.
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Mike, please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences upon the loss of your dear mother!! I am so very sorry to hear of her passing. Given what a fine, resolute, strong, dedicated and brave man that you are it’s easy to surmise that you came from two truly wonderful and exemplary parents. You are such a great guy, Mike! And thank you for all your tireless dedication!! You’re in my thoughts and meditations, Mike!
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Thanks Chris, much appreciated.
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My consolations on the passing of your mother. She reached the same age (95) my mother reached. There is no greater feeling of solitude. Again, my consolations.
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Thanks Rob, appreciated.
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Very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing, I’m sure she was a proud Quebecer.
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Thanks Steve, she was. She lived in England for the last 30+ years of her life, but to the end, whenever she referred to “we”, she meant Canadians!
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My condolences on you loss.
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Thanks Nigel.
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Condolences Mike..
I don’t really know you, other than from the work you do, but from what I have seen, your parents did a mighty fine job…
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Thanks Rob, too kind!
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Condolences
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Thanks Mark, appreciated.
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Mike my sincerest condolences. My Father died 20 years ago at 96 and I am still not over it.
Your mother must have been proud of you fighting for what you believe in. My respect to you and yours.
Seamus
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Thanks Seamus, very kind.
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