I am sorry to write that Loren, seen here in the picture with me, died on Monday. Loren was 51 and died on her birthday. Loren had been ill for some long time but like the brave lady she was, she made it back from New Zealand to her birthplace Scotland, for a holiday. The photo of us, the last time we were together, was taken in Edinburgh 2008. I will treasure it.
Loren wrote for Whiskey Creek Press - the marvellous Highland Rebel - and also for Robert Hale Limited. She has two books with them and a third which will come out in February. I will give you more details nearer the time.
Loren was the world to me. She practically forced me to start writing again after I had gone through a dry period of six years. Loren was always there for me and not only for me but for many people. She would always want to know how you were? How were you coping with your problems, she never complained about herself. There are people who are touched by something special, and that was Loren.
Loren will be greatly missed by her partner and her son and the hundreds (and that is not an exaggeration) who were blessed by knowing her.
Loren - rest in peace.
10 comments:
What a touching tribute. I am so sorry for the loss of your friend and fellow writer.
Thank you, Kathy.
Truly a touching tribute to your friend. Condolences.
Thank you, John. Kind of you to stop by.
What sad news. I am so sorry for your loss, Margaret. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers, as are Loren's partner and son.
Thank you, Sarita, much appreciated.
Margaret - how I wish you could have been with me at Loren's afternoon of remembrance held in her garden on Saturday.
The sun shone and the tributes flowed and each and every one of us there were amazed at the huge number of people whose lives were enhanced by knowing Loren.
There wasn't a dry eye when she was piped "home" by two members of the local Highland band. After that the champagne corks popped in all directions as we toasted her with her favourite tipple.
She would have loved the afternoon, and I know she was with us in spirit.
Loren, you were a special lady with the cheekiest sense of humour and you have no idea how much you were loved and how much you'll be missed.
Thank you for sharing this with us, Kaye, it is much appreciated.
So sorry to hear about the passing of your friend, and a fellow Whiskey Creek Press author, Margaret. Losing someone is never easy. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie
Thank you, Debbie, for your kind words.
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