Like others, I have nothing useful to say except to let you know that we're all thinking of you. (Well, that's not useful either, but I want you to know it). Tell us where you are going to be and when in the near future -- when visits might be welcome and where they'd be (and what state of health we should be in).

Erik, Like everyone else reading this entry, I'm sure, I'm crying. Keep going, comrade, as long as you can. We won't forget you--until it's our turn to go. Thank you for everything, not the least being the intimate record you've shared with us. --David

I love you both deeply.

Dear Erik, heartbreaking is the right word. My mom and sister don't use internet well so I will say from me, my mom, my sister, we pass along all the strength and love the Kish women have to give. You, Marcia, all in the family will be in our thoughts and hearts. Andrea Kish

Dear Erik, this is heartbreaking. It’s hard to find words.

Dear Erik and Marcia, i wish so hard this was not a real entry. So much love, i.

Dear Erik - You have brought insight, understanding and warm heartedness to the discipline and so many of us within it. Your influence reverberates far beyond the rooms where you have taught, your students, colleagues, lectures, books, articles, studies, and letters. You have helped us think beyond the deeply rooted problems in societies--where our discipline too often stops-- to consider real solutions that would engender human flourishing. There is no time horizon for your ideas, or for your kindness. With much love, Margaret

This is so hard. I spent the evening chatting with some you have such a huge influence on. And others who just feel you’re what makes Wisconsin so great. So many of us are here for you, and you’ve built the kind of community where we are also here for each other. I hope you find some comfort in that. With love, Shamus

We are devastated but, please, note that the doctor´s prediction is pure astrology. Don´t give up! Twice in her life Irene´s doctors gave her a short period of time to live and she is still alive. The doctor may be wrong! Please, stay alive for the benefit of an immense community of friends and admirers.
much love Boa and Irene

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