Dear Robin, somehow I fell off your caring bridge notices and I asked my brother to reach out to your cousins the Baker boys to tell me how you are. It seems to palliative care is where you are and I am a huge fan of palliative care having had the blessing of working at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center for nearly three years. Your writing is so beautiful and inspiring.
A dear friend of mine (Tallu Schuyler Quinn). who is far younger than either of us with 2 young children Is dying of a glioblastoma and also writes on this page. You two are the most inspiring warriors I have ever had the great honor to meet. I’ll never forget when you told me that I could not lose my practice. I practice still and always receive Great encouragement from you beloved cousin. I’m not on Facebook and would love to be in touch with Alice as well as you - always. If I can come and be of any assistance, please tell me because I love you and your wonderful family dearly. Mary Howell Schneider Kiger ♥️♥️♥️🙏🏻🙏🏻💐💐♥️♥️♥️
Dear Robin, You are a beautiful light, your face as well as your words radiates love, compassion and kindness. One of the things I admire so much about you is your strength and ability to tackle life's issues ; no matter what comes through and then deal with them to your specification.
I wish you peace and comfort xo much love
Robin, your beautiful spirit is shining so brightly and will be with us wherever we all are. I am so moved by your Buddhism - is there a book you might recommend that would be a good introduction? sending light and love to you and your family, Meg
love and witness to this. my heart feels sharp pangs and my eyes get wet. and deep inside i feel also a sense of calm and somehow held by you as i wonder what words to give to hold you. i feel held. this i know. i feel gratitude that our paths have crossed in such a beautiful way. life is beautiful and i see you. i feel you. right now is perfect.
Dearest Robin, I have no words to add to these other lovely comments your friends have shared. My heart is sad but I know you are doing the right thing... that is to take care of yourself, to love yourself and be kind to your body that has taken more than its share of a beating. I have loved you since the first time we met and always will. No matter what happens, you already have a special place in my heart and thoughts and will forever! Blessings, Phyllis (and Monty, too!!)
Robin, I am so appreciative of you sharing your open and wakeful heart. I love your words and messages about the present, breath and choosing to battle. Walking and relaxing with you on the shore. Immeasurable love and respect. Alice
Robin, thank you for teaching me how to fight. Although our versions of #winning were not the same, your wisdom and steel from those magnolias are forever with me. Love you.