Our tech team has launched updates to The Nest today. As a result of these updates, members of the Nest Community will need to change their password in order to continue participating in the community. In addition, The Nest community member's avatars will be replaced with generic default avatars. If you wish to revert to your original avatar, you will need to re-upload it via The Nest.
If you have questions about this, please email help@theknot.com.
Thank you.
Note: This only affects The Nest's community members and will not affect members on The Bump or The Knot.
Spoke to Samantha's mother yesterday
What a strong woman.
It is amazing that she has lost two kids now to this disease (familial dysautonomia) yet she remains so resilient. Her son died when he was 12 (19 years ago). Now her daughter, who was 28 years old, died from complications from the disease.
I knew her growing up (like a 2nd mom to me) and I asked her if she minded if I called more often and her response was to call 'anytime I like.'
After all she has been through, she still made *me* feel better. So, even though I am still obviously upset about Samantha's passing, she was able to give me some closure. Gosh, I am just tearing up thinking about our conversation.
Thanks for letting me share & I appreciate everyone's support - even if I have been a bit anti-social lately (on here and on FB).
You will forever be my best friend. I can almost feel our hugs. I will ensure everyone will know (now and in the future) what a genuine, kind, loving person you were...I already miss your laughter and our daily conversations. I love you, Samantha. May 20, 1983- February 20, 2012
Re: Spoke to Samantha's mother yesterday
there is nothing natural about losing a child. it's truely a sin. that poor woman.
i don't know if i posted when you told everyone about your friend but if i didn't, i'm very sorry. i know we b!tch back and forth to each other but this isn't the time for that.
that'll come later
Lauren, no grudges
I know when it comes down to it, you know what matters. LOL about that coming later. I don't know how she does it. I really don't. I wish I had just an iota of her strength. At least I will be able to remain in contact with her husband and mom - so that is significant to me.
Natalie - The boys are doing well considering. Her mom was telling me how Danny (the older one) wanted to help carry her mom's coffin and bury her. So sad. He is such a smart, mature kid.
The good thing is that both of her boys are happy, healthy, and THRIVING. They will only be carriers of disorder...which isn't a big deal. It is amazing she was able to have these wonderful children.
I try to think of these things I just miss her so freaking much.
Thanks for everyone's concern.
You will forever be my best friend. I can almost feel our hugs. I will ensure everyone will know (now and in the future) what a genuine, kind, loving person you were...I already miss your laughter and our daily conversations. I love you, Samantha. May 20, 1983- February 20, 2012