Cindy
Cindy Woods is my friend. She is a remarkable woman and a gifted artist. Beloved Cindy is in hospice care, her battle with cancer lost. Knowing her has been a revelation, a surprise, a delight and an education. Her unwavering gaze at the difficult things of life and her incredible line-drawings and sketches have made an enormous impression on me. She is a sweet, brave, amazing woman whose life is drawn out on her blog and on her Flickr site. I cannot recommend a visit to her site enough. She has touched me profoundly and I feel strongly that her’s is a talent and a spirit that needs to be broadcast far and wide. If you follow these links you will see what I mean.
November 20th, 2008 at 6:35 pm
Thank you for tthe link. Her blog is amazing.
November 20th, 2008 at 6:37 pm
And upsetting. The poor woman. I’m glad she’s so loved.
November 21st, 2008 at 5:12 am
Those of blessed with good health should really appreciate it.
November 21st, 2008 at 5:51 am
thank you for the links, sugar. her strength and generosity to share these intimate moments is inspirational and most certainly, sobering. xoxo
November 21st, 2008 at 9:11 am
Thanks for that Sam.
November 21st, 2008 at 9:54 am
She’s a brave and talented woman.
November 22nd, 2008 at 1:38 am
I went over today and saw the sad news. Condolences to all her friends and famiily.
November 22nd, 2008 at 10:42 am
Prayers for her friends and family.
November 23rd, 2008 at 5:32 pm
thoughts……
November 24th, 2008 at 5:25 am
I love the drawing she did of Ronda which seems to be done with love. So sorry Sam you have lost a friend. May she rest in peace.
November 26th, 2008 at 6:18 pm
I, too, am sorry you’ve lost a friend, Sam, and a most valued one. The last person I lost to “The Bitch”, (that would be cancer), was my brother, who had so much to offer, but bore it all with such equanimity and grace, that I became permanently humbled.
But, for you to call what you write ‘idiot stories’ is not fair at all to yourself, or those who enjoy reading your brainfarts. You really are a gifted story teller.
So, mourn, as you must. Feed your brain some beans for future use.
And Happy Thanksgiving, to you and yours.
November 27th, 2008 at 7:58 pm
Thanks for being Cindy’s friend.
November 28th, 2008 at 2:23 pm
Hey Sam, sorry to hear you lost your friend.
Give my love to D and the girls.
xxx
November 29th, 2008 at 3:33 am
Good! I know you’re OK ‘cos I saw you over at Randall’s. I suppose he is closer than me. Deeeeep sigh!
November 29th, 2008 at 9:22 am
thanks Sam. my aren’t we the lucky ones to have known her.
November 29th, 2008 at 10:55 am
I visited Cindy’s blog too, Sam, and yes, she was a fine artist. I liked the pictures of her family and the nurses who helped her — and how she obviously got to know the people who cared for her and was interested in their lives. It is so heartbreaking to lose a good, useful, talented friend.
December 3rd, 2008 at 4:26 pm
Wow, she seemed amazing. And Ronda’s tribute to her is just marvellous, lovely. Very sad for you and all who knew and loved Cindy. XXX
December 6th, 2008 at 7:29 pm
thank you for a soft and gentle tribute to your dear friend.
December 11th, 2008 at 2:31 pm
Spinechilling. Uplifting.
December 12th, 2008 at 9:17 am
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
December 12th, 2008 at 6:15 pm
i’m sorry for your loss. but i also miss you. you should really come back, because i’m never this nice.
December 16th, 2008 at 3:16 am
You should come back, Sam! We miss you!
December 18th, 2008 at 10:14 am
Sorry to learn of this Sam. I’m sure your love and support has helped.
Anna
x
December 20th, 2008 at 11:38 am
missing you, sugar. xoxox
December 22nd, 2008 at 8:51 am
Happy Christmas Sam and may 2009 be a really happy one for you and yours.xoxoxoxox
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:40 am
A big hug, Sam. And I wish you and all of yours a happy Christmas.
December 23rd, 2008 at 4:34 am
Happiness Sam, to you and the family this Christmas and beyond.
December 23rd, 2008 at 4:36 pm
Cheers, chaps. Bin missin’ you guys.