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Enchantress
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0 posted 2006-02-05 07:24 PM




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Fellow Passions members,
It is always so difficult to announce the illness or passing
of another Passions member.

This evening, I would ask you to gather in prayer
and leave your condolences for our Sunshine/Karilea,
whose brother Fagin/Robert, Passions member, writer & musician, passed on to a better place earlier today.

Please join hands with me in a circle of love and prayer
for Karilea and the family.

Karilea has asked me to share these words with you as well...

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"Please let the PiP members know that I am so proud that my brother Fagin [Robert] found the community that has been my home for so many years, appreciated so many of you; exchanged some words with fellow songwriters, and today, after a surgery that would have hopefully been able to send him home, even with his emphysema,

he fought hard, until the blood clot hit his heart.

Around 10:00 a.m. this morning, on a Sunday, February 5, 2006, in California, Robert Charles Rilling sought the sound of music.  It was his soul.  In so many of you, he found a community of life, of love, and living, and tried as he could, to be a part of my life, as he had given parts of his life, to music, and religion, as he saw it.

In this, our final years, days, and hours, we learned of a new appreciation that in reality, had always been ours.  Just as this same gift, belongs to all of you.  Please know that Robert saw in each of you that he was able to read, a very special gift.  One of understanding, compassion, and yes, even anger, and he understood that, very well, indeed.

He was pleased with his short time here, in PiP.  He was proud of his music, and grateful for our parents, who taught him so much.  He tried at one time, to lean away from certain things, only to find himself coming home.

He is truly at home now.  

Many of you have lost a beloved.  In that loss, you have come to grow, and nurture others in their loss.  All Robert, or I, might ever ask for, is that you always continue to love those who have lost someone, even if it only be a dear animal, or even a garden...

for he and I would have, and will always, understand."


© Copyright 2006 Nancy Lee - All Rights Reserved
Martie
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1 posted 2006-02-05 07:32 PM


Thank you for posting this, Nancy!  My thoughts and prayers are with Karilea and her family.
scorpio
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2 posted 2006-02-05 07:54 PM


My thoughts and prayers go out you Karilea and your family on the passing your brother Robert Rilling.  

believe in what your heart feels...

Kit McCallum
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3 posted 2006-02-05 07:55 PM


Karilea, I'm so sorry to hear this.
Please know that you and your family
are in my prayers and thoughts as well.

Not A Poet
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4 posted 2006-02-05 08:12 PM


I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed.

Ratleader
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5 posted 2006-02-05 08:23 PM


There is no such thing as "ready," no such thing as "long enough"....not when one we love is lost. There's also no such thing as comfort, but you know my thoughts, Karilea. You know my thoughts.

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ThisDiamond
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6 posted 2006-02-05 08:33 PM


Hugs Kar.
TD

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7 posted 2006-02-05 08:41 PM


~ so sorry for your loss Karilea ~
~ you and yours are in my thoughts and prayers ~

Bless Roberts bright soul


Mistletoe Angel
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8 posted 2006-02-05 09:14 PM






(angel healing and sympathy hugs) Karilea, know that we are all here for you and your whole family, and together may our healing circle of love comfort you and all your loved ones, as I know with all my heart Robert will forever be remembered and cherished by all of us, and now he is smiling down on all of us from up above, and will forever influence our hearts as we continue to sing poetry with him.

God Bless You, Robert, God Bless You Karilea and all your family, and God Bless You Nancy for sharing this with all of us, you all have golden hearts!



Love,
Noah Eaton


"If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other"

Mother Teresa

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9 posted 2006-02-05 09:16 PM


What incredibly sad news...I am so sorry for your loss, Karilea. I wish you and your family strength to get through such a great loss...
littlewing
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10 posted 2006-02-05 09:22 PM



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11 posted 2006-02-05 09:29 PM


I am so terribly sorry to hear this news Karilea, and may it help you at this time to remember what a driving force he was in your going forward with your book.  May you find your soul comforted by the memory of a brother pushing you forward because he believed in you.  Now you can draw comfort from the memories of your life together as you knew it on this plain, and may that bring you some comfort.  May his soul now rest in eternal peace.  
Titia Geertman
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12 posted 2006-02-05 09:51 PM



Dearest Karilea

When words are not enough
for the mourning deep inside
I'll send you lots of knuffels
by a peaceful white dove's flight

And when you're sad, just listen
to the sound of her white wings
Then you'll know he is not far
touching his musical strings

You will smile in knowledge of
that he has found a final place
Where you will meet again some time
when you have reached your end of days

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

You and your family are in my heart sweet friend


Like scattered leaves...my words will flow

Marge Tindal
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13 posted 2006-02-05 10:21 PM


Nance~
I appreciate you for letting us know~

Karilea~
*Huglets* of love and understanding in the
huge loss of Robert~

Your message to us all, in your own time of grief, is a blessing from the heart of you that each of us will heed~

May your family all know that our continual thoughts and prayers are with you~

Sincerely~
~*Marge*~

~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~
Email -   noles1@totcon.com

iliana
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14 posted 2006-02-05 10:41 PM


Thank you, NancyLee.

Karilea, if you are reading, please know my thoughts, prayers and love are being sent to you in your time of grieving.  I'm here for you.  *hugging you*........jo

[This message has been edited by iliana (02-06-2006 01:11 AM).]

latearrival
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15 posted 2006-02-05 11:09 PM


Karilea, With my arm around your shoulder I shed a tear for you and yours. But also know deep within my heart, that Robert is in a better place. Sincerely, martyjo
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16 posted 2006-02-05 11:15 PM


Karilea:  Deepest condolences in the loss of your dear brother. My heart goes out toyou and your family.

Love
Betty Lou

Betty Lou Hebert

sandgrain
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17 posted 2006-02-05 11:21 PM


I'm so sorry, Karilea.  

Can't help but wonder if these poets are gathered

You and your family will definitely be in my Prayers.

God bless

    Rae

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18 posted 2006-02-06 12:17 PM


My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Somewhen soon Sun will shine again

Love and warm stuff
as always
Mushy
x x x x

Tomorrow is another day I don't know what it holds
but I can face the future with courage brave and bold

Footprints In My Heart
Kethry

Dark Angel
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19 posted 2006-02-06 02:41 AM


I'm so sorry for your loss Karilea, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.



Maree

PhaerieChild
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20 posted 2006-02-06 03:06 AM


My prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
nakdthoughts
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21 posted 2006-02-06 05:24 AM


With you in spirit, Karilea...

And I know you have the strength to  get through this and will have you and your loved ones in my thoughts and prayers~~

M

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22 posted 2006-02-06 05:53 AM



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23 posted 2006-02-06 05:53 AM






arthur
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24 posted 2006-02-06 05:59 AM


my prayers and thoughts are with you

The pain does not go away
But you do find the strength  to cope,to remember and to smile at the memories

arthur

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25 posted 2006-02-06 07:53 AM





Heaven's Light just got a little bit brighter.

Robert is once again in the arms
of his loved ones who have gone
before him, with God, and the angels.

God speed, Robert!

Karilea, I am wrapping you in love.

Love, Peace, and Eternal Light,

Candle

Linda

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26 posted 2006-02-06 09:15 AM


Thank you for this beautiful posting, Enchantress.

Karilea: I am so very sorry for your loss. We will all miss Fagin's words and the melodies that played through them... My heart hurts for you and your family... my thoughts and prayers are with you.

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27 posted 2006-02-06 10:03 AM


Karilea,

I'm so very sorry...my heart is with you...

Larry C
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28 posted 2006-02-06 10:15 AM


Karilea,
I can only imagine the pain of your loss. I am so sorry. I pray that each of you find the strenth and courage to carry on. But mostly I pray you experience peace.


If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane,
I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

LeeJ
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29 posted 2006-02-06 11:27 AM


Kari, I don't know what to say, or how to say, I'm so sorry.  Please accept my heartfelt condolences, thoughts and prayers for you and yours.  Kari...God bless you all....
Poet deVine
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30 posted 2006-02-06 11:45 AM


Oh dear. I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.
kayjay
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31 posted 2006-02-06 12:39 PM


Thank you, Nancy, for this most thoughtful post.

Time will ease, but not easily.  Hugs and much love, Ken

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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32 posted 2006-02-06 03:35 PM


I, too am so sorry, Kari.

I felt like I knew him.


Goodknight
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33 posted 2006-02-06 06:31 PM


hugs - Paul
SmartChick
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34 posted 2006-02-06 08:35 PM


Oh Karilea, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you the biggest, warmest hug.
Sunshine
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35 posted 2006-02-07 08:45 AM



My brother would have been overwhelmed. He read many of your works, he came back to me and told me that I found my "niche" in your friendships. He realized a great number of talented poets, and enjoyed so many of you, and your interactions with him.

Over the first 24 hours, there was some allowance of numbness. He had looked forward to returning to his stepdaughter and granddaughter.  As I struggle with my own selfish thoughts, knowing that over the past year, I did pray for peace to come to him, and that he experience no more pain, the fullness of our relationship is what I need to center on, to somehow cross this void he's managed to leave in my soul.

You would all be pleased to know, I think, that his voice pushed me up and out of bed this morning, early. I have read your wonderful emails, and thank you for your love and thoughtful words. You are all exceptional writers, knowing what to say, allowing me to be me.

Robert is in his element now, and is in a place where he can nag me a lot, and for once, I cannot talk back to him, and hear his teasing chuckle that he's one-upped his sis.

Thank you all for allowing the musician to play his songs for you.

Love,

K



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36 posted 2006-02-07 10:08 AM


hugging you....in my thoughts and prayers...
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37 posted 2006-02-07 11:03 AM


Oh sis, I am so sorry for this loss. This is the first time I've been online since Saturday.
My heart hugs to you and the rest of the family and friends. He was such a joy to read!  

garysgirl
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38 posted 2006-02-07 12:55 PM


Karilea, I am so, so sorry for your loss of your brother.
I hope your heart can feel my heart hugs reaching out to yours.
With love and hugs,
Ethel

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39 posted 2006-02-07 04:31 PM




Only time can take away the pain,
but will have your memories of a wonderful man forever.
Sending you hugs in your time
of grief.  Marti

Bridget Shenachie
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40 posted 2006-02-07 07:14 PM


Dear Karilea,

You have been in my thoughts and prayers since I learned about this.  May God be with you and yours and may He bless you with peace and beautiful remembrances of Robert.

Shenachie

iliana
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41 posted 2006-02-08 04:05 AM


Miss you, Karilea.  
Margherita
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42 posted 2006-02-08 08:38 AM


I am so sorry to hear this sad news and I reach out with a big hug for you dear Karilea.
Within your souls you will always be connected and your dear brother's songs will resound in your heart forever.
May the awareness of this truth be of comfort to you and to your family.
((((((((((Karilea)))))))))
Thank you dear Nancy for the touching post.
Love and hugs.
Margherita

sandgrain
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43 posted 2006-02-09 11:33 AM


I'm sorry for your loss, Karilea.  May angels be at your side to ease your aching heart.  Prayer for your family is being said.

  ((((hugs))))
    Rae

Irie
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44 posted 2006-02-10 03:12 PM


Another candle lit ...


May you and yours find peace during this time.

Hugs to you all

~Sheri

"Don't wait for your ship to come in ... Swim out to it"

Sunshine
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45 posted 2006-02-10 08:42 PM


To all of the members who have known such love, such loss, and then experienced fate...

I have a story to share with you.

I can feel Robert nudging me to tell it a little faster, please.

My brother left us on Sunday, February 5.  On February 6, my husband came across a co-worker's lab puppies for sale.  She had brought two to work.  One male, one female.  The female was shy, and retiring.  The male was all pup, lanky, loopy, loping, and full of love.  [I'm sure the female was, too, but she was just...shy....]

CJ came home talking of this puppy....he was overwhelmed by it.  This is a bit out of the ordinary...especially for a registered dog. We are prone to mutts, thank you.

Our own beautiful and beloved Abby is getting old...and I knew exactly what my husband didn't tell me - he's preparing for her exit, with someone to be left behind, to hug, and hold, and take in the sobs of loss.  There has been so much loss lately...

but what CJ, my husband, didn't figure on, was some things outside the realm of real.

The papers show that this dog was born on 11-25 of last year.  My brother's birthday.

You already know about the lanky, loping, loopiness of a 3 month old pup...much like my brother in his growing up years.

Did I mention the pup is a blond Lab?  A "tow-head"...like my brother?

And that...if we needed one more check of "reality"...that it was less than 24 hours from my brother's passing to CJ's putting his eyes on this dog for the first time?

My brother loved it when I had to clean up his messes.  Guess what?  

The need for constant attention?  Robert adored it.  Yep...that too.

"What about Abby?" someone is asking.  Well, Abby is being the Grand Dame.  To give her the credit for her 12 years here, and 10 with us...she is accepting this younger dog...and will probably even teach him how to hold his leg just so.

Over the course of this week, when just seven days ago I wrote to my brother to tell him I would check in with him on Sunday, only to come home to his email, "can't wait to talk to you Sis!  I'm really doing good!  Have fun, and hurry home....Love, your brudder..."

I often wondered if he rhymed "brudder" with Scudder - he loved peanut butter so much....

Ah, for the young crowd, that's Laura Scudder's Peanut Butter - we had to buy 3# jars weekly.  That was Robert's dessert after a two-helping meal...

Poets...do me this one thing, if you wish.

Come back on this coming Sunday...leave a balloon note that will lift itself to Robert, and light a candle of love.  Down the road, there will be a day for me to go to his Memorial Service, when his family will know it is the right time, when they decide to let go.

I prayed to God some months ago to take my brother outside of his pain.  Yet I held and held to his love and my needs of him, our late getting back together, finding one another before just this moment.

I love him so very much.  He will never be so far away that I cannot touch him in my heart, nor in my dreams.  Some people think that we should just leave the dead alone.  I'm sorry.  I don't think that way.  I revel in memories...and in making new ones, every day.

My thanks and love to all of you...turn on your own heart light...take only the good from what once was, and turn the shine of it upon the world.

My love to you all.

Sunshine

" It matters not this distance now  " Excerpt, Yesterday's Love
~*~
KRJ

tracie66
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46 posted 2006-02-11 06:55 AM


Thanks Nancy or posting this.

Dearest Karilea (sunshiny girl)
my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family at the passing of Robert, you are all in my prayers.

beautiful message Karilea and I love the story about your new puppy, may he bring the joy and happiness that Robert did to you every day.
~hugs~
Tracie


Love is the life of the soul...
It is the harmony of the universe
                        — W. E. Channing



Denise
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47 posted 2006-02-11 02:52 PM


Karilea, I'm so very sorry for your loss.  (((HUGS)))

Revel in the memories.

Margherita
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48 posted 2006-02-11 05:12 PM


It looks like the puppy was the gift of your "brudder", dear Karilea, to be able to pause in joy in between the attacks of pain for his loss.

((((((((Karilea)))))))

With you now and tomorrow in thought and love.
Margherita

sandgrain
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49 posted 2006-02-11 10:25 PM


That puppy sounds like 'just what the doctor ordered' to bring forth all these wonderful memories of dear Robert.  I know there'll be hard days, but the beauty that grew over the years will ease the pain.  Thanks for sharing this with us, K.

God bless.

((((((warm hugs)))))))

       Rae

garysgirl
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50 posted 2006-02-16 03:21 PM


Karilea, thank you for sharing your story
of your new puppy and your "brudder" with
us. I know he would have loved those
"realities" you shared. I don't think they
were just coincidental.

My thoughts and prayers are still with you,
Sweet SunshinyOne.
Heart Hugs,
Ethel

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