I’m visiting my granddaughter in Wisconsin today, and I got some heartbreaking news from family out West just yesterday, which I’m not going to share. Sorry. Personal family tragedy.
I noticed, though, that my grandnephew Alex (who is fine!) made a birthday request last week on Facebook for donations to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline ‘1-800-273-TALK (8255)’. What a peculiar and good thing for a teenager to do…but sadly appropriate right now.
I’ll just mention that, and let it go. I’m in a strangely helpless place right now.
JoeBuddha says
If what happened is what you’re implying, my heart goes out to you. I’ve been there and it’s not fun. Take care of yourself and your sanity.
DonDueed says
So very sorry to hear this, PZ. Sending best wishes to you and your family.
nancyholst says
Such a good cause. Donated.
DanDare says
Best wishes and commiserations PZ. Having a large network of followers online is probably little help. Be close to your real life peeps.
Susan Montgomery says
Condolences and best wishes.
KG says
Very sorry to hear this. Condolences.
twoangstroms says
Sorry that you’re facing a tragedy, PZ. Please remember to take care of yourself as well as others. That’s too easily overlooked.
That cause is a worthwhile one and thanks for sharing.
rietpluim says
So sorry to hear this. Best wishes to you and your family.
Nerd of Redhead, Dances OM Trolls says
My deepest sympathy. Best wishes to you and your family.
angusdoig says
Sorry you’re going through this right now, but I wish you the best of luck in dealing with it
christoph says
So sorry for your loss.
BTW, there are some very good suicide prevention videos on YouTube, a lot of them by a user with the name “Psych2go.”
opposablethumbs says
I’m so very sorry, PZ. I hope there is lots of loving support there in rl for those who need it right now, including support for you too.
Sean Boyd says
I’m so sorry, PZ. Take care of yourself.
voyager says
My condolences.
bodach says
So sorry to hear this; my condolences. Hug your wife more today.
Rob Grigjanis says
All the best to you and your family.
davidc1 says
Sorry to hear your sad news ,take care .
psanity says
Oh, PZ, I’m so sorry.
I want to remind you, and everyone, that the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, and most local crisis helplines wherever you are, also offer counseling and support to survivors of the victims of suicide.
It’s such a helpless feeling. It’s good that you’ll have a grandchild to cuddle for the next few days. Travel safe.
nomdeplume says
You know all your online friends are thinking of you and sending good wishes your way.
Jazzlet says
Sorry your family has had a tragedy. Alex is clearly a thoughtful lad. Hope Iliana is thriving and giving you some comfort just by being her adorable self.
Sastra says
So very sorry to hear this, PZ. My condolences.
Giliell says
I am very sorry. These are terrible times, when we can’t even hold each other in our pain and grief.
WMDKitty -- Survivor says
Oh, man. That’s rough. I’m sorry.
wsierichs says
Please accept my sympathies in what I know is a very painful situation.
chrislawson says
Sorry to hear your news. We’re here if you want.
blf says
Condolences.
Don Quijote says
¡lo siento!
maireaine46 says
So sorry to hear of the tragedy in your family. Glad you are with daughter and family now. Cherish them.
brightmoon says
So sorry for your loss. These types of tragedies always affect you more than you realize. Please take care of yourself .