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Sloane Davidson — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:51:51 -0000

Your strength in telling this story I hope brought you some peace, though, it's hard to come by when we face loss. The fact that your family is strong enough to have each other, is the real gift.

Telling stories about those we lost, where they were born, what they were about, is HARD, but those memories stay fresh and they're good for us.

My heart goes out to your and your family. Those tears of yours only show what a special and caring person you are. Being tough all the time is overrated. Being yourself, like you were here in your writing, is the best legacy your grandmother could ever have hoped for.

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ericaprather — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:19:14 -0000

Really tough stuff, Micah. Beautiful post though. Life is such a balance of acceptance, loss, and gain. You are in my thoughts.

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Brad F. — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:37:10 -0000

My condolences. I think I may be going through something like this myself soon, and I'm halfway around the world from my folks.

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emmiej — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:51:39 -0000

Micah I'm so sorry for your loss. I was "lucky"...had four living grandparents until 24. I've lost three in the last six years. It didn't matter that they were old or that I knew it was coming. It's always too soon. Beautiful post. No doubt she's proud.

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Teddy P — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:07:26 -0000

Thank you for your thoughts, Micah, and my sincere condolences.

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Lucretia M Pruitt — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:58:31 -0000

I always come to your blog a day or two after you write something that makes me cry... You have such a way with making me wish I were around for more of your stories and your insight.

I am so sorry for the loss of your grandmother - she must've been one amazing woman given how much just a couple of paragraphs makes me wish I'd known her.

My heart goes out to your whole family, Micah.

Clearly though, you are just one of many of an amazing family. And yeah, I think you're pretty amazing. "Black sheep" or not.

Take care of you, my friend. ((hug)) Some day? Let's grab a cup of coffee - you can tell me more stories about your Babu... I'd love to hear them.

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matthewhelt — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 21:14:55 -0000

My deepest condolences to you and your family, Micah.

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kellytirman — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:09:08 -0000

That is beautiful - thank you for sharing.

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agirlsgottaspa — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:07:55 -0000

I'm sorry for your loss Micah. Your grandmother sounded like a wonderful woman.

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dllavoy — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 10:21:00 -0000

sorry for your loss, Micah. as always, your best writing is your most heartfelt.

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Shannon Hurst Lane — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 23:42:31 -0000

When you had to leave yesterday, I could barely get across the world's longest picnic table to give you a hug. I wish I would've climbed over the table to give you a big Louisiana squeeze. You are in my thoughts, my friend.

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Jesse Stay — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 23:05:27 -0000

So sorry to hear about this Micah. I lost both of my remaining grandparents in the last year and I know how you feel. Take some time to grieve and remember her life. If I can be of help please don't hesitate to e-mail or call.

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msitarzewski — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 21:54:53 -0000

"And I cried." Me too, Micah. Perfectly written, and heart felt. All the best. :)

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gradontripp — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:57:40 -0000

Micah, your grandmother lived an amazing life. Rest assured, black sheep or not, she loved you.

My condolences on your loss, Micah.

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janegoodwin — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 19:59:44 -0000

There are no "right" words for your loss. I can only say, along with all the other people who love you, that I'm sorry.

I'm really, really sorry.

Your tribute is beautiful.

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Amani — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 19:08:21 -0000

Very nice post. Well written and I feel your pain. At least you got to say some final words.

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Suburban Sweetheart — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:50:49 -0000

This post is a beautiful tribute to your grandmother, Micah. Just because it's someone's time to go doesn't make it any less difficult. May her name be for a blessing.

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Ginger Cohen — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:44:41 -0000

I'm so sorry.

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jyamasaki — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:33:05 -0000

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family, Micah.

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Valencia112 — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:40:00 -0000

I found u through Marsha Collier's twitter message to u. Sorry for your loss.

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Jared Goralnick — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:33:36 -0000

What an incredible story, Micah. I'm sorry for your loss, but just because you haven't taken the traditional path that Bubby understands, doesn't mean that she's not so proud of you and that you haven't been a great grandson. Really, thanks for sharing this...and be well. Gam zeh ya'avor.

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Ross Kimbarovsky — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:53:41 -0000

Micah - I am truly sorry to hear about your loss. From the posts you've written about your family, it's very clear your grandmother was a remarkable woman. My deepest condolences to your family.

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Aaron Hockley — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:35:47 -0000

I'm sorry to hear of your loss; thank you for sharing this story with us. You'll be in my thoughts.

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Micah Baldwin — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:34:43 -0000

I bet they did. Here is a website I did for her like 8 years ago:
http://www.renakrasno.com/

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Tamara — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:30:56 -0000

I came to your post through Mona's Twitter post and had to leave a comment. I'm very sorry for your loss. Your story about your last words with her really made me remember what we went through with with my grandma. She passed away in August and she too was Jewish and born in Shanghai - perhaps they may have known each other then. My condolences to you and your family. If your babu was anything like my grandma, I'm sure you have amazing and wonderful stories to remember of her.