I have no words. I really liked her, and... just no words. Also thoughts on how many of you I never met IRL and that it's something I'd like to do very much. (I'll let Nilly know after Shabbat).

Java cat, thank you for letting us know.

I know death is part of life and a big taboo and all, but sometimes its existence feels so messed up.

I was really inspired by her clearing out after her husband's death, and enjoying, vicariously, trips to Vegas and other pleasures that she was finding in her new life.

Yeah.

In minor turning-of-the-earth news, I'm looking forward to changing the clocks this weekend, because having it be dark in the afternoon is a bummer, but I HATE getting to work before the sun is above the buildings!

I feel like I need to set something on fire in my yard this weekend, for Connie. She needs a viking-style memorial.

You know, that's a really good idea. Except possibly for Atropa.

I was thinking we don't have Connie's husband to keep the fire under control.

I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. Thanks for sharing the family's messages, Java cat. They are very sweet.

I seem to recall Connie and Elena were good friends. I suppose they were probably connected on FB already. I was just wondering if we should try to let any of the diaspora know.

Is anyone still in touch with vw bug?

Yes, on Facebook, Cindy.

Man, that's a shame. Connie was cool.

Oh, god damn it. Three weeks ago? Fuck Facebook's shitty algorithms.

I am really going to miss her.

Very sad about Connie. It seems terribly unfair, somehow.