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October 31, 2015 by Tien Chiu

On hiatus

I got word this morning that my mother had passed. It was quite unexpected, but it sounds like she died peacefully and without suffering. I’m glad for that, as well as the fact that she kept her vigor and intellectual clarity to the very end, but I will miss her tremendously. I’m on a plane to Maryland and will likely be there for a few weeks.

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  1. Mary Coburn says

    October 31, 2015 at 2:52 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences.

  2. pattroche says

    October 31, 2015 at 3:28 pm

    Sincere condolences to you and your family, on the passing of your mother, Tien.

  3. Marta Sullivan says

    October 31, 2015 at 3:51 pm

    I am so sorry. I remember you posting pictures of her helping you with your candy making. Was that last year? She looked so vital.

  4. Trisha Goodstein says

    October 31, 2015 at 3:56 pm

    So sorry for your loss. 🙁

  5. Alice says

    October 31, 2015 at 3:59 pm

    So sorry to hear this. I know what a force she was in your life. Take care of yourself.

  6. Arleen wetmore says

    October 31, 2015 at 4:14 pm

    My heart goes out to you. Be thankful that you were a great daughter and that she was very proud of you.

  7. Holly Shaltz says

    October 31, 2015 at 4:19 pm

    My thoughts are with you – I still miss my mother, gone more than 21 years.

  8. Wanda Milwee says

    October 31, 2015 at 5:16 pm

    I’m so sorry, Tien. I lost my mother just two years ago and while she had Alzhimers and did not know us, I still miss her and my dad too. Your mom made such a good impression as seen through your blog entries. So lively and creative. She was “good stuff” and you are obviously carrying on her enthusiam for life.

  9. Sheila Carey says

    October 31, 2015 at 5:29 pm

    My best wishes for you and all of your family. I’ll be thinking of you in the days ahead.

  10. Carmen Martinez says

    October 31, 2015 at 5:57 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss. Losing a mother is the hardest thing. I know from my experience. You don’t get over it, you just get used to it.

  11. Sandra Rude says

    October 31, 2015 at 6:26 pm

    All best wishes. I know it’s difficult to lose a parent, especially one that you were so close to, and with whom you had such a lot in common. Just be happy for her, that she was able to enjoy life up until the end, with her wits and humor and creativity still firmly in hand.

  12. Linda says

    October 31, 2015 at 6:50 pm

    Tien, I’m so sorry about the loss of your mother. My thoughts are with you and your family.

  13. Deanna Baugh says

    October 31, 2015 at 8:17 pm

    I’m sorry for your loss. I’m so glad you have been able to spend time with her the past few years. I’m sending all my good thoughts and wishes.

  14. Rose says

    October 31, 2015 at 8:23 pm

    I’m so sorry to hear that your mom passed. My prayers are with you and your loved ones

  15. saganishiki says

    November 1, 2015 at 5:15 am

    So sorry for your loss. The photo of your mom from her August visit tells me what a wonderful mom she was, her smile is happiness.

  16. Cindi Moosey says

    November 1, 2015 at 6:25 am

    My the love you shared help you thru this tough times. I still so miss mine.

  17. Gretchen says

    November 1, 2015 at 6:33 am

    I’m so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Have a safe trip.

  18. Brucie says

    November 1, 2015 at 6:49 am

    Tien I am so glad she visited recently and you were able to have a grand time together. How great you have that memory and not one of her being ill.

  19. Dee says

    November 1, 2015 at 7:21 am

    I’m so sorry for your loss.

  20. Laurie says

    November 1, 2015 at 8:31 am

    I am so sorry your loss.

  21. Jami says

    November 1, 2015 at 4:09 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss. And you’re so fortunate that the last visit was so lovely and full of wonderful memories. Travel safely.

  22. Melissa says

    November 1, 2015 at 4:27 pm

    I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Goodness -you have so much going on in your life.

  23. Louise Yale says

    November 1, 2015 at 5:14 pm

    Condolences to you and your family.

  24. marjeanb says

    November 1, 2015 at 6:49 pm

    so sorry to hear of your loss. All the good things that you have shared with her, will always be yours to keep. The hard part is not being able to share all the rest of the lovely things still to come, but I do believe that they see them.

  25. Denice McMechan says

    November 1, 2015 at 9:27 pm

    So difficult when a loved one goes unexpectedly. I’m sorry. Know that she must have been so very proud of you and that you are very loved by many. Best.

  26. Becky Nelson says

    November 2, 2015 at 4:57 am

    I’m so sorry for your loss, it is NEVER easy losing someone you love.

  27. kherbaugh says

    November 2, 2015 at 6:03 am

    Tien, I will be thinking of you and your brother during this difficult time.

  28. Martha says

    November 2, 2015 at 6:55 am

    Tien, warm blessings and thoughts for you and yours. May your Mother enjoy her new journey.

  29. Suzanne Belcher says

    November 2, 2015 at 4:02 pm

    So sorry for your loss, Tien. May you find comfort and peace during this time of remembrance.

  30. terri says

    November 2, 2015 at 5:38 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Sending good thoughts and prayers your way during this time.

  31. Jill Reads says

    November 2, 2015 at 7:06 pm

    Oh Tien! I will be thinking of you. I’m glad that you got to see her this Spring, but very saddened at your loss.

  32. pat says

    November 2, 2015 at 10:54 pm

    So sorry to hear about your mother. Condolences and warm thoughts to you and the rest of your family.

  33. Ruth says

    November 3, 2015 at 6:13 am

    You are in my thoughts.

  34. Susan Hunts says

    November 3, 2015 at 9:43 am

    Sorry to hear of the loss your mother. My condolences to you and the rest of your family.

  35. Anne-Marie says

    November 4, 2015 at 2:30 pm

    I’m so sorry, Tien. My condolences.

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