“losing love
Is like a window in your heart
Everybody sees you’re blown apart
Everybody sees the wind blow”
-lyrics from Graceland / Paul Simon
My father- my dad, passed away peacefully yesterday morning at the age of 90. It feels a bit weird to announce something so deeply personal here. But, this loss felt too big for me not to honor it.
Years ago, when I first started this blog, my dad (at the age of 80) was one of my first loyal readers. I remember seeing his photo in my Google reader follower count and getting such a kick out of how up to date he was with technology. I think he got a kick out the fact that I was finally getting back to my “design roots” – he was a graphic designer and an art director, back in the “Mad Men“ days of advertising.
Anyway, I don’t tend to get too personal with stuff here. I like to keep it mostly, if not all – design and style related. NOT because I’m trying to fool anyone into thinking my life is picture perfect. Rather, it’s because talking about aesthetics and fashion, interior design, etc. can be such a great distraction from most of life’s challenges. At least it is for me. Which, at the end of the day is why I’ll probably be back to regular blogging and social media sooner than later. I’m going to need this…
XX,
Sue
Hi,
I’m a procrastinating with work and wanted to look at beautiful spaces, and your blog is what I wanted. Looking through your beautiful spaces, I stopped at this post bc the house is beyond perfect. But as I was reading, your tribute to your dad was so lovely. I see his one year anniversary just passed. The time passes but the memories are still vibrant. May God continue bless your dad. Claire
Claire – Thank you SO much. That was SO lovely of you to write to me. Means a lot!
xx
Sue
Sue, I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet dad. I think it’s wonderful that you posted about this, in tribute to him. I am starting a blog for ladies of a certain age, who are in a transition, some of whom might be grieving a marriage, a job, or a loved one, like me. I don’t think grief is talked about enough. Thank you for this conversation.
I am so sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace in your cherished memories.
I’m so sorry for your loss.. I hope in the days ahead your wonderful memories will ease the pain of your loss.
I never comment on blogs…but I feel your pain and loss 10 years out from my father’s death, but my mother died 2 yrs ago ..and I know the hardest part of adjusting is that youfeel abanded.like you are an orphan. I can only tell you to keep the memories and know you are whole. When we lose our parents we lose a part of who we are, but nothing can take that away from us.
Bless You
Hang in there. I’m in a similar situation and I’m grateful for bloggers like you who take me away into a world of blissful distraction if even for a few minutes ?
Oh Sue, I am so sorry!!! Dads are such special people and I know losing yours must be heartbreaking!! I am thinking about you and sending lot of love!
XOSissy
So sorry for your loss. Sweet to read how your dad followed your blog. ❤
It’s the hardest thing in the world….losing a loved one! Prayers are prayed for you and your family this morning…..May it bring you peace to know that although he isn’t here ….. he is always in your heart!
So sorry to hear about your father. Prayers to you and your family.
I am sorry for your loss.
Losing parents is heart bending. Sending you my warmest regards.
Hey Sue. I am so sorry for your loss. Enjoy the days coming to celebrate his life and all he brought to yours. Peace be with you.
I am sorry Sue. So happy I had a chance to know your dad when I came to sleep over your house during our post-season camp get-togethers. 10 years ago when I was freshly dealing with the loss of Howie, you graciously invited me to come to Vermont with your family to take my mind off of my heartbreak. You were just starting Zhush and we spent time looking through magazines and it was really amazing to watch your stylish self come to life to share with others. So thank you for the distractions that you have provided for so many of us when we need to escape somewhere beautiful and stylish at the same time.
I’m really sorry for your loss.
I will say a prayer for you and your family.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. A father’s love is something so very special to a daughter and can never be replicated. I will remember you in my prayers.