Hi everyone. I’m sorry I haven’t been around the internets the past few days. My father died on Tuesday. I’m in the busywork stage of bereavement—planning, traveling, paperwork—but I hope to be back into a regular blogging routine by the beginning of next week at the latest.
Longtime readers may know that Dad was a big comics fan and used to read comics to me when I was growing up. Here’s a post and a followup that I wrote about him a few years ago. I want to write more about him in the future, but I need time to wrap my brain around all that has happened.
In the meantime, talk among yourselves, and I’ll be back soon with news and some fresh reviews.
UPDATE: I’m not the only one having a bad week: David Welsh’s mother passed away this week as well. David has some words of wisdom for all families, so drop by and offer your condolences. And to all of you who have left notes here: Thank you. It really does help.
[...] Our condolences to Brigid Alverson on the loss of her father and to David Welsh on the loss of his [...]
Terribly sorry to read the news about your father’s passing. I pray that he is at peace and that this time is not too hard on you.
[...] most sincere condolences to CR contributor David P. Welsh on his loss, and a late wish for the same to Brigid Alverson, a much linked-to writer here. * one wonders if this humorous graphic novel were more about the [...]
I’m sorry to hear that your father died.
Sorry to hear the news. My best wishes are with you. And please- take all the time you need. Don’t be pressured by us.
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.
My condolences, Brigid. We’ll be here when you get back.