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Big Hugs for Tigtag((((hug))))

Bunnyinthelights
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As many of you know, Tig's Mum has recently taken very poorly and sadly passed away today.
I'm sure she could use some DFW support for what must be a terribly sad time for her and her family.
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  • skint_spice
    skint_spice Posts: 13,487 Forumite
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    so sorry to hear that Tig, not much I can say but my thoughts are with you. x
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  • fermi
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    My condolences Tigtag. :(

    I saw your thread on the BR board the other day. Any help that we can offer is yours.
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  • Snaggles
    Snaggles Posts: 19,503 Forumite
    Tigtag, I am so so sorry to hear about your Mum - I don't know what to say really, because I know nothing can take the pain away, but your friends are here to love and support you in any way we possibly can. Sending all my love to you and your lovely family. Speak soon sweetheart. xxx
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  • nearlyrich
    nearlyrich Posts: 13,698 Forumite
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    Tigtag I am so sorry, having just experienced the same thing 5 weeks ago I fully understand the pain you are feeling.

    The lovely people on the boards helped me to get through the first hard days x x
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  • Mozette
    Mozette Posts: 2,247 Forumite
    Condolences to TigTag, and to you too Nearlyrich. Sorry to hear your bad news.
  • sallyx
    sallyx Posts: 15,815 Forumite
    Tig Tag
    Sending you and your family all my love and prayers. Its such a hard time when you loose someone so close. Take time to grieve and everyone here will be here to support you
    xx
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  • Gemmzie
    Gemmzie Posts: 14,876 Forumite
    Can't really add much else, but your lovely friends are here when you need them :)
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  • LouiseJ
    LouiseJ Posts: 11,156 Forumite
    I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mum Tigtag, sending my love to you and the rest of your family at this very sad time. x
    But these things take time, I know that I'm, the most inept that ever stepped.
  • System
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    Oh Tig, Im so sorry to hear this news. Im so sad for you and the rest of your family but glad that you made it to be with her when she passed away. Thinking of you at what must be an incredibly difficult time You have my deepest sympathy x x
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  • Herewegoagain
    Herewegoagain Posts: 2,370 Forumite
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    So sorry to here ur sad news tig tag, I lost my Dad and every day since I manage to find something everyday that reminds me of him and usually end up smiling about something he said or did, thats what keeps him alive to me. It takes a while but it helps.

    Love Hugs and Cuddles to you, your family and anyone that has lost someone close to them xx
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