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Jun 28, 2023Liked by Calista Toner

That was a wonderful tribute to your family and upbringing. I’d like to say that grief goes away but it doesn’t, it just changes so there are more happy days and the memories more often make us smile than cry. My Uncle Don, your Grandpa probably read your piece with a smile on his face , a lifting of his shoulders and turned to tell the others in heaven how proud he is and that life goes on.

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That made me cry! Thank you for your words, I appreciate them.

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Jun 27, 2023Liked by Calista Toner

Beautifully said … a real heart felt piece - you did your Grandpa PROUD!!! You’re a fabulous writer ✍🏻

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Thank you, that’s very kind. He was a true role model. We all miss him very much.

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Jun 24, 2023Liked by Calista Toner

Beautiful tribute to a wonderful man.

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He was everything I aspire to be. Miss him very much.

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Jun 22, 2023Liked by Calista Toner

Callie, I am so proud of you! And I’m happily looking forward to reading your tonerstopics.

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Thank you -- I’ll try my best to be engaging! All my love <3

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