I will need to change my name, Willow sadly passed away this morning, I don't know why or how just that he's gone, my life my world my best friend. I will be running soon just because I don't know what else to do
Goodbye Willow: I will need to change my name... - Bridge to 10K
Goodbye Willow
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ForbiddenPlanetGraduate10
Oh no. How awful. And just when you are about to retire. I think you have good family around you so I hope that will help. 🤞
Birdlady64Graduate10
Oh my goodness Sola, what can I say? What a terrible shock! My heart goes out to you. Sending you the biggest virtual hug.
RoxdogGraduate10
Oh Sola, what a terrible shock. I am so, so sorry to hear this news. Please take very good care of yourself and know that we are yhinking of you. Very big hug and love. X Bernice (Roxdog)
CBDBGraduate10
I am so, so sorry to read this. There are no words. Sending you loads of hugs. 🫂💙💚💛🤎🧡❤️💔
Doris8Graduate10
Oh Sola , how dreadful. I am so sorry and my heartfelt thoughts are with you. All the best to you and your family. A big 🤗 x
LottieMWAmbassador
oh Sola I am so sorry to hear this, you must be devastated Sending love x
Papillon17Graduate10
so sorry to hear this. Hope your ok? If needing a chat just message.
Sulley101Graduate10
Sola, I am so sorry to hear your sad news. My thoughts are with you. Xxx
Dexy5Graduate10
Sola, I’m so sorry to read this . I don’t know what to say, other than we , on the forum, are here for you . Big hugs from me. Look after yourself .
MeanmommabGraduate10
Oh Sola! I'm so sorry to hear your news! Sending love and kind thoughts to you and your family. 💔
lexi6Graduate10
Sola, what terrible news, I'm so very sorry, sending you big hugs from over here x
Curlygurly2Graduate10
Oh no, I am so sorry to read this. I hope that you can take some comfort from your friends here on HU, when you are ready xx
nowsterGraduate10
Oh no! That is such a shock! Thoughts and virtual hugs. 🤗
BluebirdrunnerGraduate10
Sola, that is heartbreaking news. So sorry. Big hug from me too. You have friends here. xxx
59erGraduate10
I am so shocked and sad to hear this news - your whole world turned upside down. I am thinking of you and your family and send my love to you all. ♥️
I’m so sorry to read this Sola. I hope you will find support and love and good memories to help you for the difficult days ahead. Thinking of you and sending virtual hugs.. Sue xx
Beachcomber66Graduate10
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VespinaGraduate10
Such sad and shocking news. I can’t begin to understand how you feel. I hope you have lots of support and we’ll all be thinking of you.
CmoiGraduate10
Oh Sola, I am so, so sorry to hear this utterly dreadful news. I know there's nothing I can do to fix this, but if I could, I would. Big hugs xxx
OldgirlrunsGraduate10
Oh Sola, there are no words to say how sorry I am to hear about your Willow. Sending a big hug to you and your family; run when you can but know that we on the forum will be here for you over the coming days and weeks.
KillerblueGraduate10
I am sooo sorry to hear this and I am finding it hard to believe. My heart goes out to you ❤️❤️❤️
AlMorrAmbassadorGraduate10
So sorry to hear about the passing of Willow, my deepest sympathy to you Sola, all the best to you, I know that you will have Willow in your memory for a long time when you resume running, a big hug from me.
WoollyweaverGraduate10
Oh no, how utterly dreadful for you. Sending you a big virtual hug 😘
RunBrianRunGraduate10
Oh goodness me, Sola. I am so so sad and sorry to hear this. Please know that we are all here for you as you have been for us. Sending big hugs your way. x
TailChaserGraduate10
Oh Sola, I’m so sorry to hear this. Big big hugs from Katnap and I xxx
MissUnderstandingAdministratorGraduate10
Sola, I am so, so sorry to hear this awful news. I can’t begin to imagine how you must be feeling. It was so obvious how much you meant to each other and he touched many lives on here too. Please know we’re all thinking of you and sending love and hugs and all the support we can.
Sincere condolences to you ❤️
SunnytomGraduate10
really sorry to hear your sad news xx
Instructor57Graduate10
Oh Sola !!!I am so shocked and sorry to hear this sad news .
I have just seen this post .
I have no words other than you are certainly in my thoughts .
Lots of love and big hugs !
I hope you have some family around you at this time .
Sorry I hadn't seen this before my post went up 😟😟😟
❤️ xxx
linda9389Graduate10
Oh Sola. I'm so, so sorry. Words are totally inadequate. My heart absolutely goes out to you 💙 One day at a time, one step at a time; lean on anyone and everyone who offers support. My thoughts - along with those of so many others here - are with you xxx
Frizzbomb67Graduate10
oh Sola I’m so sorry to hear your sad news. What a shock it must be. In all of your posts you come as a pair 😢 look after yourself and let your family take care of you for a while. Sending hugs 🤗 🤗
ReadandrunGraduate10
There are just no words but so sorry to hear this devastating news and am sure the whole community are thinking of you at this time.
IrishprincessGraduate10
Oh Sola, what an awful shock for you and all of Willow’s loved ones. I am so very sorry for your grief.
Surround yourself with people who love you and lean on them.
I’m sending you a tight hug. You are in my thoughts xxx
I'm so sorry my lovely 🌹Always around if you want to talk about anything or nothing x
RunWillieGraduate10
I’m so sorry Sola. You are in my thoughts and prayers x
Oh I am so very sorry to hear this awful news. Thinking of you and the family and sending very best wishes through such a difficult time.
Jools2020Graduate10
Dear Sola, I’m so sorry to read this. What a terrible shock for you. Thinking of you. I hope you will get the support you need. Such sad news.
JonathanPGraduate10
I'm so sorry to hear this very sad news - take care
JoP61Graduate10
So sorry 💜
LeeU60minGraduate
I really don't know what to say, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Maisiecat1Graduate10
So so sorry for your loss. I've never met either of you but feel I know you from your wonderful posts. What devastating news. Thinking of you Sola. 💕
ReggitGraduate10
oh no! There’s nothing I can say, hope you have the support you need at this terrible time. Take care.
I’m so sorry to hear this, Sola! What an utterly dreadful shock for you. Sending you hugs. Val x
Mudita11Graduate10
This is such sad news, I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you Sola x
TimeInNatureGraduate10
so sorry to read this news Sola.
Take care of yourself and do whatever works for you be that run, walk or sit in a corner x
Oh Sola I am so so sorry to read this such sad news. Sending you my condolences x
I'm so sorry, Sola. Please take comfort from knowing you have a virtual community here to help keep you upright. Look after yourself. x
tmbtrainGraduate10
I am so sorry for your loss Sola, take care and sending you my warmest wishes at this hard time.
doggytailGraduate10
So sorry to hear this sad news 🤗♥️
FreecloudGraduate10
Very sorry to read this, such a shock. It was always great to read about the two of you from your tales. Best wishes and hugs.
Kevin41Graduate10
like many others I am lost for words. I am truly sorry for your loss
BBrunGraduate10
I’m so sorry to read this. I always enjoy reading your posts. You are a true inspiration for me. I hope that all the love expressed in this forum will give you some comfort in the difficult days ahead.
Oh Sola, I’m so sorry to hear that. We lost my dad suddenly 11 years ago and the shock was awful. It was worse for my mum of course and she misses him still but she sees my sister and me often, and her granddaughters, which helps. Thinking of you and your family at this dreadful time, Alison xx
JackapoodleGraduate10
I am so, so sorry to hear this awful news. My thoughts are with you and your family 💜
LookslikejamesGraduate10
I'm so very sorry for your loss x
Wavy-chick28Graduate10
oh what awful news, sending hugs and strength xx
KnittingrunnerGraduate10
on no! That’s such awful news. Sending you hugs and thoughts of love. Xx
So sad to read your post. Sending love and prayers. We’re here to support in any way we can, whether you’re running or not . Take care x
Kirst13Graduate10
Sending warm thoughts.. Such a sad shock and no words seem enough.
Much love and sympathy to you. This is very sad news. Xx
Knitruntalk60minGraduate
Words seem so inadequate at times like this. We are all holding you in our hearts and hope you find some comfort in your running. Take care
RowersGraduate10
Dear Sola, I'm so sorry to read this 😢 sending love x
VragtesGraduate10
So very sad to learn of this. Sincere condolences. Hoping running provides some solace. As I run, I note the the cycle of beauty of nature and am comforted that life goes on and hope is restored, however sad or anxious I am at that time.
oaprunnerGraduate10
Sorry to hear your sad news.
So sorry to hear this news. Sending loads of love to you x
johnt46Graduate10
Sorry to read this Sola, my thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Jericho2332Graduate10
I've not been on the group (or ran) for around a year but this headline came into my inbox this morning and I felt I had to come on and offer my deepest condolences. So so sorry for your loss x
Sandie1961Graduate10
Oh Sola, I am so so sorry to hear such sad news and just as you were preparing for retirement. Words are utterly inadequate, but you are in my thoughts and sending big hugs xxx
BlackberrypieGraduate10
Hugs for you and your furry companion.
CantsoimgonnaGraduate10
You've both been an inspiration to me on this forum. I'm just so very sorry to hear about Willow's death. Wishing you gentle days and peaceful sleep. X
LiflufGraduate10
I am so sorry to hear your sad news. I hope you have good support and you find that running helps to ease your heartache ❤️
So, so sorry to hear your sad news, Sola. I really feel for you. Take care of yourself. x
CalcanGraduate10
So, so sorry to hear this. Thinking of you.
Orangemini11Graduate10
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
LeotigrisGraduate10
Oh Sola, I don't know what to say, I am so, so sorry to here this sad news.
Runnin-gGraduate10
So sorry for your loss, so sad 🥲 Take care of yourself xxx
Runninggirl5960minGraduate
OMG, I'm so sorry Sola. My thoughts are with you and your family x
GoogleMeGraduate10
What rotten rotten news, I am so sorry. I loved hearing about your life together and the way in which you worked to meet each other's different needs and desires. Please let us enfold you in our massive forum arms as you process all this.
How devastating - I'm so very sorry to hear. Even when he wasn't running with you, he seemed to be there in spirit, encouraging you on or waiting for you with a cup of tea. Your posts always seemed brimming with the warmth and love of yours and Willow's deep connection. Condolences and love ...
NitefliteGraduate10
How devastating. I am so sorry.
Scruff5560minGraduate
Sola. I am so very sorry to hear this very sad news. Please know that we are all thinking of you at this very sad time.
Kat332zzGraduate10
So sorry to hear that, sending hugs to you.
I have logged back in after many months to say how sorry I am, Sola, to hear your news. What a massive shock. My heart goes out to you. Running's a good idea, but you need to be very kind to yourself for a long time to come. Sending loads of love- I always enjoy reading your posts but take some time for yourself too. Thinking of you xxx
Sola, I am filled with sadness for you. What a desperate shock and devastating loss. You are in my thoughts
CantstopmenowGraduate10
Sola, I am so very sorry and shocked to hear your sad news. May you feel the love and support of your family and friends around you. Sending my love, prayers and sympathy, x💐
00marksGraduate10
What a shock. I'm so sorry to hear about this. It must be incredibly difficult for you.
RunningJ123Graduate10
Oh Sola... How awful... What a dreadful shock... Sending you hugs
Thoughts are with you, such sad news x
Lumaca011260minGraduate
So sorry to hear this heartbreaking news, Sola. Sending a huge virtual hug
apatsyfGraduate10
Dear Sola, there is nothing I can say that will comfort you at this terrible time. Know that I am so very sorry to hear of your devastating loss of your dear Willow. Sending love and hugs, thinking of you both, as you will always be together in spirit. Xx
SybilwGraduate10
Devastated for your loss. All your virtual friends are here if you need them.
beth_fGraduate10
I’m so sorry to read this Sola. Sending you the biggest hugs xx
LeosmitGraduate1060minGraduate
So saddened to read this. Thoughts with you.
DocEmmett60minGraduate
Oh Sola, saddened to hear. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
My thoughts are with you and your family and friends at this sad time. My sincerest condolences. I’ve loved reading your posts and have drawn inspiration from them.
So sorry to hear this, sending bug hugs 🤗
mamajaneGraduate10
I may not know you personally but have followed your posts and am so sorry to hear your news. Thinking of you and your family. Xx
Oh no Sola, what a shock, absolutely devastating. I loved reading your posts and could feel the love you had for one anther shining through. he was such a comfort and support with his cups of tea! I was intending to go to the roof top hot pool in Bath after your wonderful description of it. We all feel your loss, as we felt part of your life. As others have said, take care of yourself. xx
Sorry to hear this! My thoughts are with you.
Shake-and-runGraduate10
So sorry to read of Willow’s sudden passing. Our furry companions fill special places in our hearts and when they go they leave such a big hole in our lives. I hope you find comfort in your memories and the knowledge that Willow will always be with you in your heart. Take care xxx
Willow was my partner of 10 years sorry, it's his musical name
Oh Sola, I’m sorry. An even bigger hole. You must be heart broken.
NordicrunnerGraduate1060minGraduate
So sad to read this Sola, sorry for your loss ❤️
pinkglenGraduate10
my heartfelt condolences to you and your family
My deepest sympathy Sola, so very sad to hear and so sudden. Be gentle with yourself and hopefully the love of family and friends will help ease the pain of your loss ❤️❤️
Week7Graduate10
Oh I am so sorry to hear this terrible news. I know that there is nothing that I can say to make you feel better but please know that I am thinking of you at this terrible time. I hope that you receive and feel able to accept all the kindness and support from those around you.
I totally get your need to run at this time. One foot in front of the other is all that is required.
Thinking of you.
Week7
I am so sorry for your loss. I am not active on this forum but regularly read your inspiring posts. My sincere condolences x
dynamodiGraduate10
So very sorry to hear this. Take time to recover from your loss. Thinking of you
Ping-pong60minGraduate
Oh my! I opened this thinking it would be saying that he had stopped running for some reason.
I can’t imagine how you must be feeling.
I’ve always loved reading your posts about your running together, him sometimes waiting in the car or having a cup of tea or a meal waiting for you at home, and I would think how lucky you were and that everyone should have a Willow in their life.
There’s never a good timing but it seems especially cruel just when you were about to retire.
Sending all good wishes and condolences to all family and friends.
Take care of yourself.
Tina xx
Sloppysox60minGraduate
So sorry to hear your devastating news
dijepGraduate10
I have only just read this as I haven't been on HU much recently and I am so sorry to read it.
What a terrible shock for you, your family and friends. Keep them close and work through it at your place. Look after yourself.
Hugs hugs and more hugs 🤗🤗🤗
Run46Graduate10
Oh my goodness Sola, I am so very sorry, my heart is breaking for you 💔 Yes if you feel you can then run, walk, whatever you need...fresh air is always a good idea.
Sending love ❤️
So sorry, such sad news. Our thoughts are with you xxx
FolkylassAdministrator
Oh Sola…. I have only just read this now…..
My deepest condolences to and your family. There really are no words. What a shock for you all…..I’m so sorry Sola. I have really no other words except you are in my thoughts.🙏🙏
Message any time Sola if you need to chat.
Sending you and yours a virtual hug❤️xxx
Dendev75Graduate10
I’m deeply sorry and saddened to read this. My thoughts are with you and your family - look after yourself and each other ❤️ x
TetleyteagirlGraduate10
so very very sad to hear of your devastating loss Sola, what a terrible shock for you and your family. Sending you a huge virtual hug, we are all hear thinking of you.
Hedgehogs123Graduate10
Im so so sorry, I realise that words have little effect, but Im sure everyone on here will send you their heartfelt wishes. What horrible news as i log in for the first time for a while. I hope you have people around you who can give support at this awful time. Take great care x💝
I am so sorry to read this Sola, thinking of you x
Cookscat60minGraduate
hi , so sorry to hear that xxxx
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