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I realize this isn't exactly Hacker News, but sharing the source of my inspiration brings me more comfort than just about anything I've ever posted here. She wa
by edw519 15y ago
I realize this isn't exactly Hacker News, but sharing the source of my inspiration brings me more comfort than just about anything I've ever posted here. She was the perfect mother for an introverted, achievement-oriented nerd trying to find his way in the world. Thanks for letting me share.
[UPDATE: Thank you all for your kind words. It really means a lot to me.]
- mechanical_fish 15y agoBy the authority invested in me by a highly arbitrary karma algorithm, I decree that people with sufficient HN karma get to make a post inviting other HN members to mourn the passing of their mother. When we have to -- but not before; remember that we are nothing if not lean and agile -- we can have the debate about the karma cutoff for mourning. My initial proposal is: 1. (Incidentally, more condolences, and I apologize if it is inappropriate to be slightly silly at the memorial. It's my family tradition. I can't let my late grandfather down. ;)
- AceJohnny2 15y agoI'm glad for you having such a great person as inspiration in your life. My condoleances for her passing.
- aqrashik 15y agoMy condolences, sorry for your loss
- gacba 15y agoIn the words of Joni Mitchell, "We don't know what we got til it's gone..." My condolences.
- comatose_kid 15y agoEd, we met at the YC offices over a year ago. My sympathies and comfort go out to you and your family. If you're ever back in town let me know and I'll buy you a drink.
- shailesh 15y agoMy deepest condolences.
- Irene 15y agoSo sorry to hear of your loss. What a beautiful and touching tribute. May all mothers live long, very long
- Arjuna 15y agoI am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing a glimpse of her remarkable impact on your life.
- grellas 15y agoEd, your moving tribute to your mom reminds us that achievers in life are not only those who build companies or who "change the world" in some public sense - but also all the good, decent, and loving people who spend their lives quietly helping and inspiring others - your mom quite evidently among them. I went through this too in the past couple of years and there are few things in life more painful, even when we expect it. Your mom must have been a very special person. I am sorry for your loss.
- pasbesoin 15y agoThank you for sharing this. My condolences.
- projectileboy 15y agoPerfectly appropriate. You're one of a small handful who make Hacker News what it is, at its best. I'm sorry for your loss.
- SingAlong 15y agoSorry for your loss Ed. I opened the link expecting no surprise. And closed the tab realizing how much I love to see my parents happy, no matter what. Thanks for the lovely and inspiring post.
- soonerjm 15y agoBeautiful eulogy. So sorry for your loss, Ed.
- mattdeboard 15y agoMy condolences.
- krat0sprakhar 15y agoSorry for your loss, Ed. My condolences.
- dhimes 15y agoMy condolences. I hope you can find some peace in the coming days.