I apologize for being MIA and not visiting blogs last week. I'd lost a dear, dear friend to diabetes. The type of friend who is more like family. He was a big brother to me, and I'm sure I'll hear his advice and wisdom in my head forever. He believed in raising kids with love, respect and patience. He was genuine, kind and hated seeing anyone suffering or being treated unfairly. He was a hero in my book.
It so happens that he passed away the same month that Brenda Novak's Annual On-Line Auction for the Cure of Diabetes is being held. I know that my friend would want nothing more than to see others win the battle against diabetes. He'd want to prevent others from suffering.
Please check out the auction. My bid last year resulted in invaluable feedback from an editor. Not a writer? There are auction items for everyone, including kids. Hurry though. The auction closes May 31st.
Peace and good health.
I'm so sorry about your friend. Diabetes sucks. And as so often, we don't realize the symptoms are as serious as they are.
ReplyDeleteNo one is ever forgotten as long as he is loved. May your friend rest in peace.
My condolence to you and your friend's family. It's good that you are helping as much as you can to do something about diabetes.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry, Rula.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry for the loss of your friend.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear of the death of your friend, Rula. Big, big hugs. And you're so right--Brenda's auction is valuable in so many ways. Thank you for the reminder!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much everyone.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear of your loss. He sounded like a good man.
ReplyDeleteHi Clarissa! Thanks, he really was. And thanks for following too :)
ReplyDeleteSorry about you friend.
ReplyDeleteThose auctions are always great. I can't imagine what the bids are up to now.
Thanks, Stina. Yes, I remember how, last year, the bids started to really come in near the end. All for a good cause :)
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