I came to this podcast with some trepidation, thinking of your mother Liz and what the news would be. So there I was in tears, for you all and remembering the loss of my parents, and then you said my name! I thought that didn't just happen, so I had to go back a bit, gather some composure , then replay it and listen carefully. It was very strange, I'm 67 and this is the very fist time I have been watching and listening via a screen and heard my name! After I left that message, I did think I must ask Oli, our eldest son how do I get a User Name, because, as you say, I did feel vulnerable. To think that a comment could help you be more vulnerable, yourself, is very humbling! Also Liz, you said our surname correctly, bloody hell I've yet to meet a New Zealander who doesn't struggle with our name. Both the spelling and pronunciation 😏 And no, I don't mind, as you say, we are out in the public domain, or some such thing. All that aside, I'm so sorry that the news is not good and that these weeks ahead will be an emotional roller coaster. To have loving and strong family support is a huge blessing . And further on, you will take comfort in the talk that you had with your Mum. I love the comment from @lorrainegulde1290 Brave birds still fly through the Fog. And I thought of Emily Dickinson's poem Hope is the thing with feathers, that perches in the soul and sings the tune without the words, and never stops at all... ❤🩹
Went through with 2 Cancer cases in my mums siblings, one just before Christmas, and one 2 years ago. I turned them to Natural remedies,late,but it made them last a lot longer. Had I got to them earlier, I believe they could have been saved. My heart goes out to you Liz and Brian, much love from me to you.
Thank you for sharing Liz. If there is one thing I would share in return is: never forget the power of hugs when you cannot find the words. A hug is a magic key to strength, to courage, and the ability to express from the heart.
Oh Lizzie this podcast must have been the hardest you have ever done. Tears rolling down my face listening to the heartache in your beautiful voice. Love you always. Lesley xx
It’s taken me 11 days to listen. I lost my mum five years ago this month. This brought back all the feels ❤️ THANK YOU SO MUCH for being so vulnerable and sharing such a powerful message 😘
So sorry to hear that. My heart is with you, my friend. I am so glad you were able to listen and it means a lot to me that it touched you. You are loved ❤️ Liz x
Oh Liz I am so very proud of you. The gift you gave today will reverberate around the world literally. Sharing your heart, strength and vulnerability with your extended whanau is a gift of aroha (love). Our arms and hearts surround your family. Brian, you are a very special man. Arohanui Tracy
I had been wondering how you were getting on. It is such a strange time to go through. The last time I was with my Dad when he was fully aware, he squeezed my hand. His was shaking with Parkinson’s. I knew that he was telling me that he was frightened of dying. I squeezed back. We held on for a minute or so. It was more meaningful than the “I love you” said after each visit. He couldn’t have had a long meaningful conversation but I wanted him to know that I was there for him and would do my best for him. Thank you for sharing. I loved your hand holding. Sending much love across the ditch!
Aww Liz it's totally heartbreaking😢, I've been there & it is the most difficult time for you & your family. I lost my brother & dad to cancer, both in the UK. The many flights over there to help care for them I was thinking what do I say. Just say what comes from the heart & be honest. It's not easy. Spend valuable time together & say all the things you want to say. My brother & dad were told they had weeks left. Both were very agitated because they didn't know what day they were going to die. We played their favourite songs, reminiced. Sometimes Just being there & holding their hand is enough. Big hugs to you Liz🤗 My life is not the same, grief comes in waves. It gets easier & I have the most wonderful memories.
Sending massive hugs to you and your family. Liz, never apologize for sharing your words and being emotional. I understand how hard this is. I am not good at saying the right thing in these situations but wish I had told both my parents what I was thinking and feeling when they were sick with cancer. Take care and look after yourselves 😢❤ Thank you for sharing. We are all with you on this journey.
Thank you both....Liz, thank you for courage in baring your soul and Brian, for your love and support for your beautiful wife.💖 It was very emotional vlog for us😢 Experiencing you in person vlog adds another layer of emotion and authenticity. We can see you, hear you and feel you more.💖 Spend every last moments with mum, not in sadness but in appreciation of the moments you still have with her.💖 You are truly remarkable. Stay resilient, knowing that we cherish you and your family dearly. Our thoughts are always with you and your mom. Lots of love 💖
Just wrote a massive comment then lost it so rather than write it again l will agree totally with you you must say everything before it's to late l watched both my adopted parents die they are not happy memories, as one of those who see you guys about fairly often everyone here on face book can know l will pass their hugs on in person because even though we have just been talking about what to say sometimes a physical action can say volumes ❤
This was a good one, Liz thank you for your experience it's always the little things that make big things happend. Fist bump to Bri a good example of what us males should always do, be present when our loved ones really need us 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
Sending lots of love and hugs. thanks for sharing. It's been a tough 2024 ♥♥♥♥ 🫂🫂🫂🫂. Well done Liz, that was an amazing, powerful moment you shared with your mom (as we sit here listening fighting back our own tears). She knows how much you meant/mean to each other, again, well done! We love you guys❤
I didn't with my father. I got caught up being busy with his care, then didnt realise that he had slipped into unconciousness. The chance was gone. My mothers Alzheimer symptoms caught me by surprise, worsening, due to a bad and unexpected fall and she also slipped into unconsciousness, so quickly, then the realisation, again, it's too late. My son, killed two yrs ago, after having gone through so many yrs with cancer, a serious accident, business loss during Covid, a breakup and all involved with that, causing so much heartache, despair, which caused him to collapse at home, PTSD. Things I wanted to say, but felt that I couldn't talk to him about, until his physical and mental health improved, to for now just give him some peace and space. To heal. Then to lose him, words unsaid, in such a sudden and tragic accident. The loss some days unbearable. I so agree with your words here Liz. And Brian. Never put it off for fear of it not being the right time. Never. Don't do that to your loved one, nor yourself. They need to hear it, as much as you need to say it. Thank you both. 🌹🌹🕊
Tucson, AZ is thinking about you both! Special thanks to Liz for opening up!! 14:30 Please don't think it's not interesting?! Not only relatable, but personal guilt I should've been back home for similar reasons. 18:50 It wasn't just Brian, but we were all trying to hold your hand in support!! 24:50 Just like Wendy, Thanks again for opening up, I know I'm shy, but listening to you both always makes me feel like I'm at home!! Wishing nothing but positive thoughts! Kiwi kindness, Greetings, & Kia Kaha from the U.S.!!
I came to this podcast with some trepidation, thinking of your mother Liz and what the news would be. So there I was in tears, for you all and remembering the loss of my parents, and then you said my name! I thought that didn't just happen, so I had to go back a bit, gather some composure , then replay it and listen carefully. It was very strange, I'm 67 and this is the very fist time I have been watching and listening via a screen and heard my name!
After I left that message, I did think I must ask Oli, our eldest son how do I get a User Name, because, as you say, I did feel vulnerable. To think that a comment could help you be more vulnerable, yourself, is very humbling! Also Liz, you said our surname correctly, bloody hell I've yet to meet a New Zealander who doesn't struggle with our name. Both the spelling and pronunciation 😏
And no, I don't mind, as you say, we are out in the public domain, or some such thing.
All that aside, I'm so sorry that the news is not good and that these weeks ahead will be an emotional roller coaster. To have loving and strong family support is a huge blessing . And further on, you will take comfort in the talk that you had with your Mum.
I love the comment from @lorrainegulde1290 Brave birds still fly through the Fog. And I thought of Emily Dickinson's poem Hope is the thing with feathers, that perches in the soul and sings the tune without the words, and never stops at all...
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Thank you so very much, Wendy. Often it is the little things that have the greatest impact. Thank you for gifting that ❤️ Liz
Thank you!! So real, so sincere 💔💔
Thank you for being with us. Thank you ❤️
Sending so much love. Here any time you want to talk. You have so much courage
Thank you, Jen, my lovely friend ❤️
Went through with 2 Cancer cases in my mums siblings, one just before Christmas, and one 2 years ago. I turned them to Natural remedies,late,but it made them last a lot longer. Had I got to them earlier, I believe they could have been saved. My heart goes out to you Liz and Brian, much love from me to you.
Thank you my lovely friend. We appreciate you, Andy ❤️
@@ItsaDrama ❤️
Thank you for sharing Liz.
If there is one thing I would share in return is: never forget the power of hugs when you cannot find the words.
A hug is a magic key to strength, to courage, and the ability to express from the heart.
Thank you my friend ❤️
Thank you dear brave lady. The love that is all around you is almost touchable. xxx
Thank you Christine ❤️
Liz and Brian, Know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love from Mark and MJ
Thank you both so very much, all our love back to you xxx ❤️❤️
"Brave birds still fly through the fog". You are all doing such a wonderful job of supporting and caring for your Mum. Thinking of you. ❤
What a beautiful quote...Thank you so very much, Lorraine ❤️
Thankyou for being so candid about your journey💟 I eyes were leaking, remembering the hours we spent with our mum
Thank you. Much love to you, Carolyn ❤️
You two are wonderful humans :) You make the world better. :)
Thank you, Michael. What a very lovely thing to say ❤️
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You are such sn inspirational lady, Liz! ❤️
Your mum was SO proud of you, I hope you know how much!
Lots of love from the UK xx
Thank you so much ❤️
Oh Lizzie this podcast must have been the hardest you have ever done. Tears rolling down my face listening to the heartache in your beautiful voice. Love you always. Lesley xx
I love you too, Les. And so does mum ❤️ ❤️
It’s taken me 11 days to listen. I lost my mum five years ago this month. This brought back all the feels ❤️ THANK YOU SO MUCH for being so vulnerable and sharing such a powerful message 😘
So sorry to hear that. My heart is with you, my friend. I am so glad you were able to listen and it means a lot to me that it touched you. You are loved ❤️ Liz x
Oh Liz I am so very proud of you. The gift you gave today will reverberate around the world literally. Sharing your heart, strength and vulnerability with your extended whanau is a gift of aroha (love).
Our arms and hearts surround your family. Brian, you are a very special man.
Arohanui
Tracy
Tracy. Thank you so very, very much ❤️
I had been wondering how you were getting on. It is such a strange time to go through. The last time I was with my Dad when he was fully aware, he squeezed my hand. His was shaking with Parkinson’s. I knew that he was telling me that he was frightened of dying. I squeezed back. We held on for a minute or so. It was more meaningful than the “I love you” said after each visit. He couldn’t have had a long meaningful conversation but I wanted him to know that I was there for him and would do my best for him.
Thank you for sharing. I loved your hand holding. Sending much love across the ditch!
Thank you so much, Shelley ❤️
Aww Liz it's totally heartbreaking😢, I've been there & it is the most difficult time for you & your family. I lost my brother & dad to cancer, both in the UK. The many flights over there to help care for them I was thinking what do I say. Just say what comes from the heart & be honest. It's not easy. Spend valuable time together & say all the things you want to say. My brother & dad were told they had weeks left. Both were very agitated because they didn't know what day they were going to die. We played their favourite songs, reminiced. Sometimes Just being there & holding their hand is enough. Big hugs to you Liz🤗 My life is not the same, grief comes in waves. It gets easier & I have the most wonderful memories.
Sending you so much love and gratitude, Sue. My heart is with you ❤️ Liz x
Sending massive hugs to you and your family. Liz, never apologize for sharing your words and being emotional. I understand how hard this is. I am not good at saying the right thing in these situations but wish I had told both my parents what I was thinking and feeling when they were sick with cancer.
Take care and look after yourselves 😢❤
Thank you for sharing. We are all with you on this journey.
Thank you, Susan. My heart is with you ❤️
Thank you both....Liz, thank you for courage in baring your soul and Brian, for your love and support for your beautiful wife.💖
It was very emotional vlog for us😢
Experiencing you in person vlog adds another layer of emotion and authenticity. We can see you, hear you and feel you more.💖
Spend every last moments with mum, not in sadness but in appreciation of the moments you still have with her.💖
You are truly remarkable. Stay resilient, knowing that we cherish you and your family dearly. Our thoughts are always with you and your mom. Lots of love 💖
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Renata and Saviz ❤️
Just wrote a massive comment then lost it so rather than write it again l will agree totally with you you must say everything before it's to late l watched both my adopted parents die they are not happy memories, as one of those who see you guys about fairly often everyone here on face book can know l will pass their hugs on in person because even though we have just been talking about what to say sometimes a physical action can say volumes ❤
Thank you John ❤️
Thank you, thank you, thank you !!!
Thank you, Jenny ❤️
This was a good one, Liz thank you for your experience it's always the little things that make big things happend. Fist bump to Bri a good example of what us males should always do, be present when our loved ones really need us 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
Thank you my friend ❤️
Big hugs to you😢❤my mum passed away when I was around 12
I'm so sorry. My heart is with you ❤️
@@ItsaDrama thank you
Keep going team.
😢 I L❤❤ve this channel
Thank you ❤️
Sending lots of love and hugs. thanks for sharing. It's been a tough 2024 ♥♥♥♥ 🫂🫂🫂🫂. Well done Liz, that was an amazing, powerful moment you shared with your mom (as we sit here listening fighting back our own tears). She knows how much you meant/mean to each other, again, well done! We love you guys❤
We love you both too, very much. Thank you for being who you are ❤️
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I didn't with my father. I got caught up being busy with his care, then didnt realise that he had slipped into unconciousness. The chance was gone.
My mothers Alzheimer symptoms caught me by surprise, worsening, due to a bad and unexpected fall and she also slipped into unconsciousness, so quickly, then the realisation, again, it's too late.
My son, killed two yrs ago, after having gone through so many yrs with cancer, a serious accident, business loss during Covid, a breakup and all involved with that, causing so much heartache, despair, which caused him to collapse at home, PTSD. Things I wanted to say, but felt that I couldn't talk to him about, until his physical and mental health improved, to for now just give him some peace and space. To heal. Then to lose him, words unsaid, in such a sudden and tragic accident. The loss some days unbearable.
I so agree with your words here Liz. And Brian. Never put it off for fear of it not being the right time. Never. Don't do that to your loved one, nor yourself. They need to hear it, as much as you need to say it. Thank you both. 🌹🌹🕊
Lesley...We are so very, very sorry for your loss and heartache. Please know that you are in our thoughts ❤️ Liz and Brian xx
@@ItsaDrama I appreciate your kind words so much Liz and Brian. Thank you. 🌹🌹
Tucson, AZ is thinking about you both! Special thanks to Liz for opening up!! 14:30 Please don't think it's not interesting?! Not only relatable, but personal guilt I should've been back home for similar reasons. 18:50 It wasn't just Brian, but we were all trying to hold your hand in support!! 24:50 Just like Wendy, Thanks again for opening up, I know I'm shy, but listening to you both always makes me feel like I'm at home!! Wishing nothing but positive thoughts! Kiwi kindness, Greetings, & Kia Kaha from the U.S.!!
You are truly wonderful. Thank you so, so much for this lovely message ❤️❤️Liz and Bri xx