Comments on: Flagstaff Sky Race and Searching for My Lost Brother

By: Gretchen

Sun, 29 Nov 2015 19:59:33 +0000

I am so sorry for you and your family, Jen. I can only imagine the pain of this loss, but what you wrote here is beautiful. Thank you for sharing it. As a writer, I find it nearly impossible to put words to my deepest pains. You have done an amazing job with that. Hugs to you and your family!

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By: M @readeatwriterun

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 23:47:56 +0000

Oh Jen. My heart breaks for you. Words are so meaningless at a time like this, but I am glad you felt your brother with you and were so close to have so many good memories of him. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

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By: Kelly Bertelson

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 20:47:31 +0000

Way to keep running Jen. You are an inspiration and my heart goes out to you.
xo

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By: Eric Martin

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 20:40:10 +0000

My deepest condolences on your loss, Jen. I lost my only brother several years ago, which led to my return to running and ultimately trail running. You seem to be dealing with the loss openly and honestly, which in my experience helped greatly. Thank you for sharing what I’m sure was a very painful and personal race report. The hole in your heart that you described, will not disappear, but I promise that with time it will fill with the memories and love that you have for your brother. I applaud you on the foundation that your family is starting in his name. As someone who struggled with chemical dependency following retirement from a career in the performing arts, I relate to that directionless feeling that your brother struggled with. You and your family are honoring his memory in the best way possible, by helping others. Thank you again for sharing your experience!

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By: Jason

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 17:45:08 +0000

This is heartbreaking – I’m so sorry for your loss.

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By: David Nowaczewski

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 14:33:04 +0000

Jen,

I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your memories of your brother in such a beautiful way. Be assured of my prayers for you and yours as you move forward, and I ask you to keep me in yours. Eternal rest grant unto Michael, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him.

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By: Ultramarathon Daily News, Wed, Oct 14

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 12:27:17 +0000

[…] this:Â Powerful race report and a moving message to her brother by Jen […]

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By: Monique Koewler

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 08:21:33 +0000

Thank you for sharing! So beautiful and so well written! I had goosebumps and tear filled eyes while reading this.

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By: Janet Gilbert Kafel

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 05:09:13 +0000

Dear Jen
Thank you for this beautiful tribute to your brother. Your run that day was the best way to honor, love and cry for your brother. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us.
Love to all my Papez cousins. Janet

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By: Jen Hammond

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 03:15:47 +0000

Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

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