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Location: Yokohama, Japan | Darkbar - 2016-03-07 9:03 AM
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Location: Frozen Tundra of Minnesota | Darkbar - 2016-03-07 7:03 PM
That was extremely well said, standing.
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Location: Lebanon, TN | <p>Alison, having just buried my Uncle (mum's brother) today this hits close to hear your news, but I feel privileged that you chose to share it with us here. Very classy lassie!</p><p>We haven't had too many interactions over the years, but I have always respected the positivity and encouragement you have offered others who gather here through our shared love of music and these beautiful instruments. May I wish you joy in every moment from here to the transition and I pray for strength for those you leave behind that they be comforted by their shared memories.</p>
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Location: NJ | sending much love to you allison
and shedding a tear.....(several) |
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Location: Orlando, FL | Alison, like many here, although we've never met I feel that I've come to know you through your posts. I am in awe of your strength and grace at this difficult time. But from all your words on the OFC, it just seems to fit. I wish you all the best, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Thanks for being here and sharing so much for so long. You have touched many who never had the pleasure of actually meeting you. Take care. |
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Location: Nashville TN. | I'm so sorry to hear that I proudly still wear the T-shirt I got from you. |
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Location: Atlanta, GA. | Peace be with you Allison. God Bless. |
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Location: Suisun City, Ca | standing - 2016-03-07 3:08 PM Allison, I'm not sure that a younger "me" would have believed that I would someday find myself reading an online posting from someone whom I've never met in person, yet which caused my eyes to tear-up, and left a little hole in my heart. Maybe it's different for younger folks who have grown up with the internet, and who are content and comfortable with the odd anonymity they find online, but I find some aspects of modern communication to be downright surreal. We can now make personal connections with people in distant places, and in ways that were unimaginable just a couple of decades ago. Sometimes, (if we're lucky, and avoid the trolls) we find like-minded comrades and form genuine friendships that are every bit as strong as if we were all regulars at the local coffee shop (when there used to be local coffee shops.) The OFC is one of those rare places, and you are one of the biggest reasons that we all stop in here for coffee on a regular basis. In the spirit of your courageous posting and positive attitude, please know that, although we are unavoidably saddened by the news, you've enriched many of our lives, you'll always be with us, and we look forward to any and every chance to "visit" with you again, whether here or in the next big gathering beyond. So, please, if and when you feel up to it, keep posting. I wouldn't worry about spelling and typos, most of us can't spell or type worth a darn anyway, (and we can't all blame it on our meds, either.) Thank you for your brave and honest post, I hope you find some comfort and relief in the outpouring of respect, praise, friendship and love expressed here. Peace… Perfect! Allison I've also never had the pleasure of meeting you. I feel this personally because of my own wifes struggles for the last 4 years. Your dignity and courage are an inspiration and please know that sometimes bad things happen to very good people. Dan |
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| Such a kind and warm message soothes the cold blow that comes with the word terminal.
Peace and love back to you.
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Location: When?? | Dear Miss Alison..
We’ve never met or corresponded. This thread appeared just days past my joining the OFC, and after reading every single reply I have since pondered what it is I could possibly write to you under such a minor capacity within the scores of those here whom have known and cherished you with historically elevated esteem. Your life's count has obviously touched an amazing number of people with loving dignity and enduring impact.
Music and guitars aside, we all possess a human existence with unique constructions and paths, and I would like for you to know that yours has now crossed with mine in a manner I will continue to hold with intrepid respect by proxy of those here I can learn of you from.
I write this on a Sunday known for resurrection, and with hopes that a truth in that may eventually lead everyone to a fresh and graciously ongoing association. With this, I wish you the highest levels of pride and enlightenment as you move forward to savor the reward you have earned ahead of us.
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Location: Seacoast NH | We never met. But in my years as a member of this forum only one person has ever PM'd me out of the blue, and it was just to say "Hey cool guitar! Hope you have a blast playing it and making music for many years to come!" That was you CS. Totally put a smile on my face that day, and as I recall it was a day I really needed one.
I'll keep on playing that Millennium and smiling when I think of your comments. And as was already said here much more eloquently than I ever could, your perspective is absolutely amazing and could only come from someone who has lived a full and happy life. Wishing you peace and happiness on your next adventure... |
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Location: Upper Left USA | So FedEx says it arrived at the shop today. I talked with Garret on Friday and he was sure that this would bring a big smile to Alison when she sees it. I've never been more broken hearted yet at the same time proud of being a part of this group. http://www.ovationfanclub.com/megabbs/photos/show-album.asp?albumid=44&photoid=5674 
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Location: Frozen Tundra of Minnesota | Bless Your Heart MWoody....
Well Deserved, Beautifully done. |
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Location: Yokohama, Japan | Beautiful. Most appropriate...you're all class, MWoody. |
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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | Well done Woody. Still praying ALison. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Thanks, Woody. And thanks, Alison. You deserve the honor. |
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| Alison, though we've never interacted directly, your posts here have brightened my life, and I thank you! |
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