Christopher R Taylor Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 My older brother Joel died yesterday. He had been suffering from RSV for weeks and suddenly he just was gone. I know none of you know him or probably even care but he was the world to me. He was the one who got me into role playing games. He taught me to love the blues and Pat Metheny. He provided for me and housed me for decades when my health failed. He was my biggest fan, supporter, and promoter for my writing. I love him so much and I miss him so badly it hurts so much I can hardly breathe right. Everywhere I go, everything I see brings back a flood of memories and emotions and it is so hard to take. I just need to say something about him here because the whole world should have known my dear brother Joel Aaron Taylor. I want to shout it to the universe, I want everyone to know how wonderful he is and how much I miss him. Thank you for your patience with me. Christougher, Hugh Neilson, Hermit and 11 others 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pariah Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 My deepest sympathies to you, Christopher. It's a hard thing to lose a sibling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cancer Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 My condolences, Christopher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logan D. Hurricanes Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 I cannot imagine what you are going through right now. It must be awful. You have my sympathies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starlord Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 My condolences Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tombrown803 Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 My condolences. Sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclevlad Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 Take care of yourself in this time, sir. And those around you as you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ternaugh Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 My condolences to you and yours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Liaden Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 I'm so sorry you have to go through this, but it's a great tribute to your brother than he left such a legacy of love. The grief you feel now, as awful as it is, is a testament to how well Joel lived his life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duke Bushido Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 Rough, Chris. Wish you didn't have it,deal,with; wish you still had your brother. I wont lie and tell you that it gets better, but it does get easier to accept eventually. It always hurts, but eventually you can accept it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hermit Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 My sympathies for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragitsu Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 RSV? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoloOfEarth Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 My heart goes out to you, Christopher. I hope fond memories of Joel help sustain you through this difficult time, and pray the pain eases as quickly as possible. You remain as a testament to his great brotherly love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher R Taylor Posted December 6, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2022 RSV is Respiratory Syncytial Virus, it primarily affects kids but not exclusively. Its a severe respiratory disorder similar to pneumonia. Thank you for your kind thoughts everyone. I wish you all could have known him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazza Posted December 6, 2022 Report Share Posted December 6, 2022 Condolences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkdguy Posted December 6, 2022 Report Share Posted December 6, 2022 My condolences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rravenwood Posted December 6, 2022 Report Share Posted December 6, 2022 My condolences for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Liaden Posted December 6, 2022 Report Share Posted December 6, 2022 1 hour ago, Christopher R Taylor said: Thank you for your kind thoughts everyone. I wish you all could have known him. We know him through you. Thank you for sharing his story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DentArthurDent Posted December 6, 2022 Report Share Posted December 6, 2022 Thank you for sharing with us, the kindness your brother shared with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
csyphrett Posted December 6, 2022 Report Share Posted December 6, 2022 I am sorry about this, Chris. CES Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
death tribble Posted December 6, 2022 Report Share Posted December 6, 2022 My sincere condolences Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pattern Ghost Posted December 6, 2022 Report Share Posted December 6, 2022 Condolences, Christopher. Thanks for sharing your memories of your brother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawnmower Boy Posted December 6, 2022 Report Share Posted December 6, 2022 My condolences. Seeing this impact an online friend brings the RSV crisis a bit closer to home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Walsh Posted December 6, 2022 Report Share Posted December 6, 2022 My condolences. What a terrible tragedy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asperion Posted December 6, 2022 Report Share Posted December 6, 2022 17 hours ago, Lord Liaden said: I'm so sorry you have to go through this, but it's a great tribute to your brother than he left such a legacy of love. The grief you feel now, as awful as it is, is a testament to how well Joel lived his life. I agree with this comment. When my first wife died, everyone here was a great help. Regardless if the loss is sudden or gradual, it's still a surprise that we don't expect. MUCH condolences your way in this time of sadness from everyone in my house to yours, and blessings too. Lights a candle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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