I greatly enjoyed the verbal sparring with your Mom at Liberty Shores and Clearbrook Inn. We all have fond memories of her playing piano with you turning pages and keeping her on track at the piano. Wonderful times indeed.
Hi Mike! Elaine and I were just talking about Mom's days with The Four Star Singers! That was a blast. And I came across a video on my phone of her playing "She'll be Comin' 'Round the Mountain" with you all where she played the 'Rooster' verse in a minor key. Hilarious! I hope you are well.
I am doing well. Turning 80 in September. We are still doing sing-alongs at Liberty Shores and Brookdale in Poulsbo. I'm pleased to see you and Elaine doing some gigs.
What a beautiful tribute, Pete. May memories of your Mom be a comfort and a blessing to you, and to all who loved her. Sending a wide expanse of love your way.
So sorry to hear this news. I just watched the video the other day and thought how lucky all three of you were; they look like cool parents and so much fun. My "uncle-dad" is now in a care home and the family is dealing with the same thing. It's so difficult. He remembers our names, just not *who* we are.
You and your family made her last days here so comfortable and special. That is as perfect a send off as anyone could ever wish for! (star eyes)
(Where are the emojis I've become so dependent on to express my feelings?!)
That story is one heck of a tearjerker and I have to go cry now...But! I do believe our spirits live on once our bodies give up. All of that energy and love doesn't just go away. I believe our loved ones are more alive than they *ever* were here; because we are all spiritual beings having a human experience. (Just overheard that on TV the other day and thought "Yeah...yeah, that's true.")
And I believe it is true. So I *do* believe that your mom and dad can and will reunite and that we will *all* be reunited with our loved ones again someday...Somehow!
(Hmmmm emoji with the monacle)
Personally, a *tiny* part of me is excited to see what it's all about when it's my time...
Thank you, Lea. The best advice I received for being with Mom as her dementia progressed was to "meet her where she is." That served me well. I wish you the best with your 'uncle-dad. Thanks for the rest of your note.
Your mom and dad were very fine people. I remember how happy they were watching you perform at The Bayou back in the day. You were lucky to have had them
Hi BroGreg... lucky, indeed. I have so many fond memories of them hanging out at shows. From the grungy clubs of early 90s Seattle to Madison Square Garden. I'm glad you got to spend some time with them.
I greatly enjoyed the verbal sparring with your Mom at Liberty Shores and Clearbrook Inn. We all have fond memories of her playing piano with you turning pages and keeping her on track at the piano. Wonderful times indeed.
Hi Mike! Elaine and I were just talking about Mom's days with The Four Star Singers! That was a blast. And I came across a video on my phone of her playing "She'll be Comin' 'Round the Mountain" with you all where she played the 'Rooster' verse in a minor key. Hilarious! I hope you are well.
I am doing well. Turning 80 in September. We are still doing sing-alongs at Liberty Shores and Brookdale in Poulsbo. I'm pleased to see you and Elaine doing some gigs.
Glad to hear you are still doing the sing-alongs. Thanks... it feels great to be out gigging again. Take care.
Real sorry to hear about Jan, Pete. She was a special lady. Sending condolences to you and the family.
Thank you, Brad. Special, indeed.
So sorry Pete.
Thanks, Jerry. In other news, I met Janice at McCabe's! If possible, could you ask them to send me a copy of the picture of us together?
Om mani padme hum ☮️❤️🕉 may you meet again. 🙏🦋
Thanks, Jeaneen.
RIP JD
Thanks.
So happy you were able to spend those moments by her bedside, and that she heard the song.
Thank you, John. I'm happy she was able to hear the song too. I played the demo for her after I wrote it too.
Thanks for posting Pete. Will listen to Kid again today for her.
Thanks, Jason.
Pete I am so very sorry for your loss.She sure sounds like a very neat gal. Sending you love in this time of sorrow.
Thanks, Jen. She most certainly was.
Very sorry for your loss Pete.
Thank you, Kevin.
Very sorry Pete & Family for your loss, what an awesome lady. Wishing you healing ❤️🩹
What a beautiful tribute, Pete. May memories of your Mom be a comfort and a blessing to you, and to all who loved her. Sending a wide expanse of love your way.
Thanks, Eli!
What a beautiful tribute. Deepest sympathies for your loss.
Thank you, Andrew.
So sorry to hear this news. I just watched the video the other day and thought how lucky all three of you were; they look like cool parents and so much fun. My "uncle-dad" is now in a care home and the family is dealing with the same thing. It's so difficult. He remembers our names, just not *who* we are.
You and your family made her last days here so comfortable and special. That is as perfect a send off as anyone could ever wish for! (star eyes)
(Where are the emojis I've become so dependent on to express my feelings?!)
That story is one heck of a tearjerker and I have to go cry now...But! I do believe our spirits live on once our bodies give up. All of that energy and love doesn't just go away. I believe our loved ones are more alive than they *ever* were here; because we are all spiritual beings having a human experience. (Just overheard that on TV the other day and thought "Yeah...yeah, that's true.")
And I believe it is true. So I *do* believe that your mom and dad can and will reunite and that we will *all* be reunited with our loved ones again someday...Somehow!
(Hmmmm emoji with the monacle)
Personally, a *tiny* part of me is excited to see what it's all about when it's my time...
Take good care of and go easy on yourselves.
-lea
Thank you, Lea. The best advice I received for being with Mom as her dementia progressed was to "meet her where she is." That served me well. I wish you the best with your 'uncle-dad. Thanks for the rest of your note.
‘You better believe it’ what could be more beautiful, rich, and full circle than that? ❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️
Hi Jyl- yes... it was a lovely moment I will cherish.
Your mom and dad were very fine people. I remember how happy they were watching you perform at The Bayou back in the day. You were lucky to have had them
Hi BroGreg... lucky, indeed. I have so many fond memories of them hanging out at shows. From the grungy clubs of early 90s Seattle to Madison Square Garden. I'm glad you got to spend some time with them.
If there is anything your fans can do, let us know. Also know that you are never alone, you and your family are in our thoughts.
Thanks, Brian. Sweet of you to offer. The outpouring of well wishes has been a gift. My heart is full.