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Anukampa Lisa Walden's avatar

You walked us all through a difficult time for you with grace, sorrow, and beauty in your writing. My hearts' condolences to you and your family. As commenters wrote, this is indeed a moving, and loving, tribute to a beautiful soul.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thanks for the kind words, Anukampa.

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Anne Christenson's avatar

Beautiful. Hard to type with the tears running down my face but wanted to thank you for sharing this experience in such a thoughtful and open way. It’s such a moving tribute to a sweet soul.

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Karloff's avatar

This is the most beautiful tribute I have ever read. I don't know how you did it. Take care.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thank you for your kinds words, Karloff. I am humbled.

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Adam Sieff's avatar

May his memory be a blessing. Best wishes to you and your family.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thanks for the kind words, Adam. And thanks for the music you share. Incidentally, on your last release, I immediately confused Charles Owens (from Richmond) with the great LA treasure Charles Owens, who I first heard on John Mayall's 1972 Movin' On. I gotta get out of the house more...

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Adisa M Nickerson's avatar

Thank you for sharing this. Wishing you comfort.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thanks for the kind wishes, Adisa.

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Randy from Burke, VA's avatar

Heard the devastating news via Shaun Williams and Steve Epling. Gripping hands, classmate. Truly exceptional words on a nearly unimaginable grief. There is simply nothing worse than losing a child -- at whatever age. Thoughts, prayers and condolences for your entire family. Hope your many awesome memories of him can be of comfort, throughout your prolonged grief.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thanks for the kind words, Randy. Our hearts are open and we feel your love.

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Tosh Berman's avatar

These are such beautiful words. I went through this not long ago, and it is such a difficult process. Keep steady and write on.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thanks, Tosh. You too - I really enjoy reading your posts. Oh, happy belated birthday to a fellow Leo...

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Steve S's avatar

Tyler, this is a beautifully written piece that honors your son and the love of those who raised and knew him. Thank you for being willing to share it with all of us.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thanks, Steve. We appreciate your kind words. We love you guys.

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dm's avatar

While I cannot speak for God, you are more than worthy. Already, you are helping others via this incredibly thoughtful composition. So well done. Wishing you and your loved ones peace.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thank you for the kind words, dm.

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Jeff Dayton-Johnson's avatar

Please accept my deepest condolences and warmest solidarity. Thank you for the lessons of this beautiful piece.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thank you for your kind words, Jeff. When's the next Now's The Time post coming? I miss those.

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Leon Burton's avatar

A beautifully simple and human piece on the bewilderment of loss. My Dad passed away a couple of weeks ago and I'm still working through my feelings and emotions....and seeking to honour his passing by searching for the positive. Music will surely be helping me along this new path. Wishing you and your family strength and peace x

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Tyler King's avatar

Thanks for the kind words, Leon. My deepest condolences to you for your loss. Yes, music is helping me too.

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Daniel Pauly's avatar

He was a wonderful young man. Peace to all of you.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thanks, Dan. He loved our trip to the BWCA. I'll always treasure that time we spent togerther.

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Mark Berkeley's avatar

Such tender words. May you and all the family find their own peace with this life lived.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thanks for the kind words, Mark.

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Masayuki Hatta's avatar

May music give you comfort.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thanks, Masayuki. May we ALL feel comfort in music.

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Tyler King's avatar

Thanks, C.L. I am very grateful for your support and thanks for walking with me.

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