HAPPY/SAD CHRISTMAS…
Thursday 20th December 2007
First of all, I want to wish a very Happy Christmas to all my readers… enjoy every minute. Christmas is a magical time, so make sure you spread some happiness… and take time out to be with family and friends.
My Christmas is not shaping up too well this year. A few days ago, my lovely dad died unexpectedly. He had a stroke, a little like Jude’s gran in Sundae Girl, and just didn’t get through it. I’m hurting so much right now, and missing him terribly.
Readers often ask who inspired me to write, or who was my hero, and the answer to those questions has always been my dad. He shared my love of art and writing and gave me enthusiasm, determination and love of life. He showed me how to dream big and how to do my very best to make the dreams happen, and he always, always believed in me, even when others did not.
Things are still very raw for me and it might be a while before I am able to reply to my emails, so please be patient. I know you will understand, because you’re the best, most loyal readers ever. There’s one thing I would love you to do for me this Christmas… if you are lucky enough to have a family, go and hug them right now and tell them you love them. After all, that’s what Christmas is all about.
im sorry about ure dad but i feel the same way as a couple of days ago my grandad died and my mum has flown out to new zealand for the funeral therefor wont be here for christmas. i feel very sad as i didnt see him alot because he was so far away its a very empty feeling. i know its hard as im trying to be strong but i just grit my teeth and bare through. i hope life gets better and enjoy every single secong of christmas as no one lives forever
yours loyally
kat xxxxxxxx
p.s i hope things go ok and keep writing as they keep me happy when im deeply sad they really get me through and hold me together.
I am really sorry, that your lovely father passed away.
It must be soooo upsetting.
Even still, make the most of your christmas.
tHERE Will still be loads more good things, come up in your life.
Abbyxx
I’m soo sorry cathy. I know what its like.
My grandad died in September.
11th September infact.
I was really upset when we heard the news because me and my brother were waiting in the car while my mum was shopping.Suddenly she ran up to the car and I could see she was crying.I knew what was up the second I saw the mobile phone in her hand and the tears in her eyes.My Grandpa had been unwell over the Summer.He had an operation and recovered but he’d been feeling sick over the past few weeks.It was a real shock. We drove to my Grandma’s house and there was an ambulance outside the house. We went inside and stayed in the sitting room while the ambulance people came in. My aunties and uncles and cousins visited. It was so scary seeing them all crying. I’d never seen them cry before. It made me realise that even adults cry. But at least my Grandpa died when he was asleep so he was in peace.I really,really,really hope you feel better Cathy. Your dad sounded like a true hero to me. Not the superhero,superman type but the hero that is always by your side and encourages you to never give up.Remember that your dad will never leave you. You should dedicate one of your books to him.I really,really really understand what your going through.I’m sure all your readers understand the situation your in too.
I really hope you feel better Cathy.
Have a great Christmas Cathy.
I’m praying for you and your family.
Loads of love,
Sarah xxx
Cathy, I’m so sorry. That trigerd memories for me too. My Uncle passed away a couple of weeks ago as well. I know there is a saying, everyone has to move on, but sometimes it’s just too hard to let go of the memories, too hard to let go of the love. Don’t worry Cathy. You have the rest of your family. And your fans will support you till’ the end, and i’m sure of that. Becasue if i can, everyone can! ..xxXxx..
Thinking of you and your family cathy.I hope that the love you share with your family and friends will help through this sad time and that you will be able to remember all the good times.Love Jaz.
I’m so sorry. I understand: Christmas eve would have been my Mum’s birthday. Face the sadness and feel it to the full.
I’m very sorry about your dad Cathy! I hope you have a good Christmas with your family!
I know how you feel,my grandad died a couple of weeks ago so christmas will be sad.Hi died a month tomorrow,24th. Sorry about your dad.
Natalie,big fan
sorry cathy! that must really make u feel bad! <:-( i feel ur pain! My favorite dog Tia just a mounth ago past away! she was so nice and it was her birthdat in like days!she was almost 8 in real years!she died from an enlarged heart! they said shed last till around christmas but i guess not! so the a week or 2 l8tr we got a new puppy! then he died from a ceaser! then our cat ran away! Now we hav one lost cat and we got another puppy her name is Lola shes really nice! shes fine now!
well i hope u feel better and none of ur pets die! and its good to remember all the good times u had wwith ur dad none of the bad! 🙂
merry christmas!
xoxoxoxoxo
-Alana
omg cathy im so sorry!!
he sounds like he was a really special person
what if in ur next book you put a dedictation to him or in his memory?
i really hope u have a great xmas