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Chris Grace's avatar

I'm so sorry for your loss and hope that fond memories will soften your grief. Wishing you safe travels and all the time and space you need. Peace to you both and to your families.

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Melissa Joulwan's avatar

Thank you for your kind words!

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Elizaebeth's avatar

Your episodes are all the sparkly fun that helps counterbalance the noxious news cycle. Wonder and joy and gentle goodness. Thank you both. SSoP is a gift; do not feel obligated to rush back from this family time. Come back when it feels good to stretch your imaginations this way again. Until then, know that you are both held in our hearts.

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Melissa Joulwan's avatar

Thank you, sweet friend! Making the show is a bright spot for us, too!

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Diane workman's avatar

And a piece of flippancy….

When I read

“ nearly extinct but back from the brink” I felt a dr Seuss moment coming on!!

Thankyou..it’s now a little song in my head..for the day..possibly the month…sigh

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Melissa Joulwan's avatar

That's funny! Now it's playing in my head with a techno beat :-)

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HReece's avatar

Peace be with you both at this difficult time💔

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Kristin's avatar

Loved the episode! Making plans to see fireflies!!✨

You know we will all be here when you return. Please take care of yourselves!✌🏼❤️

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Melissa Joulwan's avatar

Oh! Please let us know if you go to see the fireflies. That seems so magical!

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Sidra Jeffries's avatar

Thank you for another wonderful episode. That Nevada Barr series sounds so fun! I am very sorry for your loss, may their memory be a blessing. Please take all the time you need for your family, the podcast will be here when you are ready for it again.

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Melissa Joulwan's avatar

So glad you enjoyed this episode! I hope you give the Nevada Barr series a try; they're a good time!

Thank you for your kind words.

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Ginger DeBrosse's avatar

My deepest sympathies to you and yours.

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Melissa Joulwan's avatar

Thank you so much.

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Ann Bassett-Hite's avatar

So sorry to hear of your loss. Take good care of yourselves and know that we will be waiting patiently for our favorite podcast SSoP to resume when it's time.

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Melissa Joulwan's avatar

Thank you for your kindness!

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Debi Morton's avatar

I’m sorry for your loss and appreciate you letting us know. Of course, you should take all the time you need; grief is all-consuming hard work.

This week’s episode about National Parks was wonderful!

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Melissa Joulwan's avatar

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed the new episode!

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Diane workman's avatar

Take care of yourselves first Mel and Dave, we will all be here when you are ready to return…

Remember all the happy, silly times you shared with your loved one..and laugh….

Hugs Diane from bundanoon

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Melissa Joulwan's avatar

Thank you! Hugs back.

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KC's avatar

Praying for peace and comfort for you both, and your families, during your time of loss. Take care of yourselves.

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Beatrice Mulligan's avatar

So sorry to hear about your loss. Many blessings to you and your loved ones.

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Meg Longley's avatar

So sorry for your loss! Hope your visit is comforting and you can share happy memories.

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lizzie's avatar

Sending love to you and your families ❤️‍🩹

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Kathy's avatar

So sorry for your loss, sending sympathy to you both.

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Maggie Ostroff's avatar

Go easy on yourselves. We all we be here when you get back. Prayers to you, Dave, and your families.

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