I normally don’t get too personal on this blog but I feel like this is something I need to share with you. If you follow me on Twitter, you have read some of my personal tweets about our family’s loss.
Early Thursday morning, my heart was ripped out. My brother who was just 28 years passed away suddenly. It has been a complete shock to my family. My heart aches. (He is pictured above in the dark blue jacket on his baptism/confirmation a couple of years ago. This was a proud moment and I love him so much.)
My brother was just four years younger than me and I never expected this to happen so soon. He always teased me about my blog in a good natured way. He would come into my office every day I worked when he got off work and ask me “How is Bargain Bri doing today.” Then he would ask me about his sweetheart (Sofia my youngest daughter), inquire about my other kids, and give me a gentle shoulder rub and make me smile in some way. Even on the days I was irritable with him. This past Tuesday, like he always does when he leaves my office he told me, “Love you Bri”.
I just remembered something this morning that made me smile. He teased me about his site but he wanted his own little corner called Bill’s Bargains. I can’t remember what he was going to do with it but he joked about it all the time!
***I just wanted to let you know in case the deals are sparse or I just plain mess them up. I have a couple of people who have been helping me with deals and coupon match ups for the past several months so you should still be getting plenty of deals as I just need something to keep my brain occupied at this time.
Thanks to all who have sent me kind emails, messages, and tweets.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Will be lifting your family in prayer.
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother! I cannot imagine how hard this is on you and your family. Please knoe that I will be praying for you and your family!
Sorry for your loss, Bri. Sounds like he was a helluva guy.
I’m so sorry I don’t know how u feel but if u wanna talk I’m here…I’ll pray for ur family
I am so very so sorry to hear about your loss. I teared up when I read your post and just felt the need to tell you how very sorry I am. May God comfort you in this time of need.
I am really so sorry for your loss. Try to not worry too much about “work” right now…as I am sure you can’t concentrate well at this time…and I certainly don’t blame you any for that! It’s a full system shock to lose a loved one. Just know that you and family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sometimes, it is just one day at a time…or even one second at a time. (hugs)
Will be keeping you and your family in my prayers. Sooo sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you. I pray God will give you comfort and peace that only He can.
Sheila
I am so truly sorry for your loss. It is unimaginable. My heart goes out to you and your family and God bless.
I’m a closet Bargain Briana fan. I have been following you for a while now and have never commented on your site. But you have been such a huge blessing to me by helping me save money and after reading your post, I had to comment for the first time. I was so sad to read your post. I will be praying for you and your family during this time of loss. Please don’t rush getting back to the blog…the bargains can wait. And it’s a reminder for all of us to be thankful for our loved ones.
{HUGS}
Oh Brianna! I am so sorry! I know what is feels like to lose a family member suddenly and I know what peace I recieved from God above. I can tell you it doesn’t take the pain away, but knowing you will be reunited again does help. Know that I will be praying for you.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t even begin the imagine the pain you must feel. Please know you are in my prayers.
I lost my brother 2 years ago….I truly understand how you feel. God be with you and your family, also with your brother. I will be praying for your family.
I am very sorry for your loss. I’m sending you and your family lots of peace, love, and happy thoughts.
Oh B! I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother!
Love you and sending hugs your way!
Sorry for your loss. Your brother sounds like a great guy. Sending you and family prayers.
I lost my baby sister a year and a half ago. Only a few things are more painful. My prayers go out to you nad your family. We appreciate all your work for us, but this blog is such a minor thing in comparison to what else is going on in your life right now. DOn’t worry about it at all. Take life one breathe at a time right now and focus on you and your family. Our hearts are going out to you.
My heart breaks for you. Please take all the time you need. I have a younger brother and cannot even comprehend how hard this must be. My thoughts are with you and your brother’s friends and family during this difficult time. Hugs.
I’m sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry Briana! I can’t even imagine what you are going through. My brother is 5 years younger than I am (he is 27) and just reading this made tears come to my eyes! You and your family are in my prayers!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I am so, so sorry for your family’s loss. You’re in my thoughts.
I am so so sorry for your loss. You can tell from your post that you and your brother had a very special bond.
Briana – I’m so sorry for your loss. I will keep him — and you — in my prayers.
Dear Bri, I’m so sorry to hear that you and your family have had this devestating loss. I just found your blog tonight, so you don’t really know me but believe me when I say I understand even if I don’t know exactly how you feel. I pray that the angels of God surround you and keep you comforted at this time. I will be lifting you and your family up in prayer.
My deepest sympathies,
Tracy