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Lewis,
I'm riding Hit The North on the 16th, it'll be the closest ride I'll get to the funeral. If its ok with you I plan to ride a lap with my balloon attached to my bike and then at an appropriate place I'll stop, take a moment and release it.
Hope thats ok with you?
sorry If I made a bad comment earlier. It is just that when I was in Afghanistan, I regularly used to see families lose their kids through bombs and crossfire. rip George in peacefull heaven
Frankzbonez your not the only one thats been on tour. I also been on tour but my last one was Herrick 13 with 16 air assult so I also been and done it..
And I honestly thought I saw it all then.. Obviously not because having to do BLS On your own son no walk in the park..
Any how I dont keep grudges thank for your message.
ninkynonk mate you can do the balloon thing when ever you like and thanks for taking the time to do that.
Would it be possible to take a pic please.
Much love lewis
I have got a little paper bag with wild flower and sunflower seeds ready to send off with the balloon
I can't read this topic without my eyes feeling hot/welling up for many many reasons.
been holding off posting anything on here.. didn't really know what to put.
still don't..
thoughts are with you and your family.
take care.
just seen this and now have massive goose bumps, as a dad I can't imagine your pain. I'll leave it at as anything else I type is irrelevant right now.
I've been reading this thread since you started it, stuck for words & welling up each time you post (or someone else posts up a moving story)
Anyway, I'm sat here with my little girl hanging off my ankles & although I'm still stuck for words I thought I'd share the picking her up & squeezing her that bit more - I'd been doing it unconsciously all week.
Anyway, I'm off to NZ in less than a week, but I'd love to take a balloon & let it off for you while I'm away
Kudos for being so open about this - I'd be in bits
Mark
I've been reading this thread since you started it, stuck for words & welling up each time you post (or someone else posts up a moving story)
+1
I nearly didn't go to work this morning because my 4yo got upset I couldn't sit with him and watch star wars before immediately I left. Before this thread it would might have been trivial but now seems to have massive importance.
Still thinking of you all and will be doing so on the day.
Mark, email me your address and I'll get a couple sent tomorrow.
Done! Thanks bearnecessities
cant imagine what your going through
take care of each other
Balloons delivered this morning, will wait for an appropriate time to release them while thinking of wee spongebob - thoughts and best wishes to Brudders clan. x Gixer family x
I got mine today thank you Rich they look amazing..
Rich, received my balloons this morning thanks they look great!
Lewis, keep us posted on the date and hopefully we'll be able to make a nice thread full of all the pictures! You're doing a tremendous job keeping your family going in what must be such a difficult time.
My families thoughts are with you.
Chris.
Yep, balloons received this morning - thanks Rich.
Bearnecessities. Thank your for the ballon received today. You d'man!
J
Balloon received here. Thanks Bearnecessities...
Balloons received here today. Thanks bearnecessities - top work.
Balloons received they are lovely thanks bearnecessities x
Lewis thanks for all you fantastic posts and pictures the ballons will be floating away somewhere in peak district direction or Ladybower area x
ok to take pic please so i can copy and print to place in memory box
balloons received here as well Rich. thanks.
Lewis, still thinking of you and your family.
Will take a pic of the balloon release for you.
Take care,
Martin
Balloons received in Stockport. Thanks again bearnecessities.
Have been inspired to buy 6yr old daughter her first proper mtb this week. We are heading out to Ladybower next weekend to release the balloons. Can't stop cuddling her or her two younger siblings. Keep smiling Bruders, and never underestimate how much poor George's story has opened other people's eyes. Thinking about you lots (and lots), Orm.
I had work phone me yesterday (royal mail) asked if i was ok then said (not directly) but asked when i would return to work..
I did think going back would be a good idea but currently i dont think i can face people right now.
Its not as if they are paying me (not worked a full year so only entitled to 5 days worth which i know is better than some firms so grateful for that)
is this a catch 22 or am i just being lazy??
Hardly lazy mate; only you know your own state of mind, you'll make the right choice I'm sure.
As you know though, there's something to be said for trying to re-establish your routine for the sake of yourself (and others); facing people may only get harder as the more time passes.
Another here who has been thinking of you and your family every day. I look forward to receiving my balloon so that my daughter Liliana can be a part of something special. I know that it will bring her joy, and hope that the photo I will send for the memory box can bring some measure of comfort to you.
After Gordons contribution, I asked my wife to draw a picture of George sitting in a willow tree. Here's a copy, I can send a better one to your email. We'd like to post the picture too if you'd want to have it.
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All our love,
Rich, Maria and Liliana
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That's amazing I would love to have one.. What ever best for you
Thank you
That is so nice 🙂
im really saddened to read this & it has upset me immensely. my heart goes out to you & your family in this difficult tragic time.
For those that have been unable to read the whole thread:
It's a lot to read and you may have understandably read the first few pages and skipped to here.
If so, there are some balloons available for release, to celebrate the appreciation of life and extra cuddles that George has brought to so many. There have already been balloons requested from the most Northernly, to Southernly reaches of these isles. Some are also on their way to New Zealand.
The emerging intention is for balloons to be released on little George's funeral (date tbc) and pictures to be taken and posted on here, although however if you wish to celebrate George and his beautiful life in privacy, then that is equally welcome. This is for everyone to celebrate George, in whatever way they deem best.
If you would like to participate in passing your love to George and paying homage to him, his parents, siblings and those that have benefited from his short life in this showing of love, then please do.
This is with George's parents blessing. No money is required, neither offer of such either. If you live outside of UK, then that is no obstacle, any address is fine.
Please send your address to richardmcoulter@hotmail.com and balloons will be sent to you, to be released on the day of George's funeral, or at some time you feel fit.
Thank you.
Bruders, go back to work when you and your family are ready, not before. Taking the step is a big one and it's got to be right for you.
Thought with you and yours.
I have two beautiful daughters and can't imagine life without them,so my heart goes out to you and your family. I hope that a little piece of the wee fella stays with everyone here - your story is a reminder that we should treasure every minute with our own. Best wishes
Balloons received thanks Richard...
Excellent drawing richpenny ..
Bruders - As far as returning to work, only you can judge when you'll be ready for that. If you're still busy with making arrangements or if your presence is needed by others in the family, then being off of work is probably justified.
I think that you said that your older kids are back in school; did that return to routine help them? Likewise, getting back to work will give you a more normal routine and probably help get your mind on other things. Sadly, life without George is the "new normal." 🙁
Another very real concern has to be financial. If you are like the vast majority of us, there isn't much money left after all of the bills are paid. So more than a short time without money coming in from work could lead to a huge amount of stress for you and your family when the bills are due. Please don't get your finances into a situation that will compound the stress on you and your family.
Balloons received this morning. Thanks Richard.
balloons received here as well
will double check with harry the spider first but he says its ok i'll release mine at HTN
Richard thanks again received another batch..
Still no update im afraid waiting on the coroner (hope we get the all clear wed).
Shall keep you all posted
thanks again people
Your post made me cry. I'm so sorry and saddened to hear about the loss of little george. I have one child, Matthew who is now five, and I can't imagine life without him. I'm truly heartbroken for you and your family.
I believe you'll find strength to support each other and move forward together. I know there's nothing I can say that could possibly make a difference, but if there's anything I could do to help, please just ask.
Sean
George's short life was a butterfly wing that altered the course of so many Singletrack user's storms.
He has made this world a much better place.
Bruders,
Sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest thoughts are with you and your family.
I run a t-shirt business and can make you some special George t-shirts and caps for the little ones at the funeral. Let me know and I can get some sent over.
In fact I am happy to make some for the adults too and anyone who may want one at STW. I can also send transfers in the post so you can iron them on to anything you like.
Is it ok to use some of the photos you have posted on this thread to make a memorial montage?
Karl
PS. Don't know why, but my post was removed earlier?
I am not promoting my business in any way, except to offer a free gesture to Bruders and the memory of George. Apologies to the mods if it appeared otherwise.
Balloons rec'd, thanks Rich.
@ RichPenny - that's a fantastic picture.
Read your original post a while ago & just wanted to add my support, am a father of two & know exactly how the love feels.
I found this & thought it would be a good thing to do?
http://fsid.org.uk/page.aspx?pid=992
received the balloons yesterday...thanks Richard!!