Travels with le Monsieur
I’d like to express my sincere and heartfelt thanks to all of you who posted such lovely and kind notes of support over the last two weeks. I’m sorry if I’m not able to respond to them individually, but please know that I’ve read and appreciate every one. Doug was much loved by everyone in his family and community, and we will all miss him tremendously.
Doug (le Monsieur) passed away from ALS on August 6. The last few months have been difficult, and as a way to remember happier times, I thought I’d share a few of my favorite travel memories.
We began traveling to Europe in 2007, usually once yearly. It took a couple of trips to figure out our travel rhythm, which we continued to fine tune over the years. We under-scheduled, we over-scheduled, but got the hang of it over time.
Doug loved to plan our trips probably as much as taking them. He was a nervous flyer, so hated the actual process of getting there but did enjoy himself once we had arrived. He grew up in a family of “foodies,” so trying new restaurants and dishes, wine tasting, and ogling pastry shop windows were some of his favorite pastimes.
There were so many wonderful travel memories that never were captured in photos, as we were just too busy enjoying ourselves in the moment. And we don’t have a lot of photos of the two of us, as we often traveled on our own and rarely thought to stop to ask anyone to take our picture. But in going back through all of our travel photos over the last few days, here are a few snippets that stood out.
France
We’ve probably traveled more in France than anywhere, and had begun to feel comfortable there. Some of my best memories involve sitting under a cafe awning or ducking into a cozy spot on a rainy day.
In 2014, we spent a few days in the Loire Valley, and toured several of the chateaux there. It was raining the morning we visited the Chateau de Villandry, but the gardens were so beautiful, we didn’t want to miss them. After touring the inside, we spent a couple of hours wandering through the gardens under our umbrellas.
By the time we left, we were starving, and a little chilled, but hadn’t made any lunch plans. We found a flyer on our windshield for a local restaurant and decided to take a chance. We drove out of town, and pulled up to the back of a little stone farmhouse indicated on the flyer map.
What a hidden gem! We arrived at the tail end of the lunch hour, but they welcomed us anyway. We had the cozy dining room to ourselves, and enjoyed a marvelous meal with ingredients that had just been purchased fresh at the marché that morning.
And after lunch, we took a quick peek into the goat barn to thank the goats for their contribution to the lovely cheese course.
We talked about that meal for years afterward, and recommended the place to anyone we knew who would be visiting Villandry.
One of le Monsieur’s favorite things in Paris was watching the Eiffel Tower sparkle in the evenings. It was something special we never got tired of, and would always stop to enjoy the show.
Italy
We’ve had so many wonderful experiences on our visits to Italy. But two really stand out in my mind.
The first was during a visit to Venice in 2017. We’d booked some walking tours which were great. But life in Venice is all about the water. So we booked an evening gondola rowing lesson with a women’s rowing group, Row Venice.
It was such an amazing experience! The rowing itself isn’t difficult, and we took turns at the front oar while our instructor guided the boat at the rear. It gets quiet on the Grand Canal in the evenings, so we were able to go there to row and it was spectacular!
We visited Italy again in October of 2021. We arrived in the Piedmont region just in time for the start of truffle season. Our wine & food tour guide managed to arrange a private truffle hunt with a professional and his truffle dog. We drove to a “secret” spot and walked a bit into the woods. During our walk, the truffle hunter explained how the dogs are selected and trained. (It’s an intensive 4-year process!) Our wine guide translated.
Then he turned Kelly (the dog) loose. Here’s a video I posted on Instagram at the time:
After that, we went to lunch at a local spot that specialized in classic Piedmont dishes, including shaved truffle on top!
Japan
In 2016, we visited Doug’s brother and sister-in-law on their boat in Japan, and spent a few days sailing between small islands in the inland sea. We started off in Onomichi, which has a beautiful “temple walk” with amazing views of the area.
In the local market in Onomichi, we watched a couple outside their shop pounding rice to make mochi (I think?). They offered to let us try our hand, and it’s harder than it looks!
I could go on (and on), but will finish with this: enjoy the moments with those you love, and don’t wait until “someday” to do the things you’ve dreamed of. Go and make those memories now.
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Dear Susan,
Thank you for sharing such precious precious memories xx And for taking us along for the ride so many times over the years.
Big hugs from NZ
Hello Susan,
I’ve read just now of your husbands passing. My sincere sympathies . I realized from your other recent post that he was failing but did not realize how quickly this would be.
I hope you have a strong support group of family and friends to help with all there is to do, all while grieving. Hugs help too. Here is mine.
Caring thoughts,
Paulette Levy
Susan,
My heart goes out to you at the loss of your dear Doug. Wishing you strength and peace in the days ahead.
What a beautiful post. Sending you love and condolences…
I am so happy that you had these wonderful moments with your husband but just devastated for you for your loss. Hope your wonderful memories together help sustain you through this terrible time. Sending love
I am thinking of you and sending love. Peace be with you.
Susan, the memories you keep are a wonderful thing. I am so glad that you and Doug shared all of these adventures. You will always see him
happy in these photos. Take care of yourself.
Thank you, Susan, for this beautiful walk down your memory lane. My heart is with you.
Peace, love and prayers with you at this difficult time. I have quietly enjoyed your posts for years and vicariously traveled through your travels. I hope you continue on your marvelous journey.
I am deeply saddened to hear this news. My condolences to you and everyone who loved him.
spent yesterday remembering with a friend who has lost his partner of over 50 years. Having just read your blog, don’t know if you’re familiar with this poem by Donna Ashworth:
When someone has gone,
you can bring them back
for just a little while
by talking them into life
by painting a picture
with your memories and your words
breathing their essence
back into existence
for just a few moments.
When someone has gone
you can see them again
for a minute or two
by being all the things they once were
by allowing their best traits
to filter through you
shaping your words,
your thoughts and your deeds
back out into this world.
When someone has gone
you can feel them again
for just a moment
by playing their music
and singing their favourite songs
by giving yourself up to the notes
that brought them alive
once upon a time
it will again.
When someone has gone
you can keep a part of them alive
by giving the love you had for them
a forever place in your life
a forever seat at your table
and a glorious chapter in your book.
Stories never die
tell them.
Denise,
It’s sad that all too often a loved one who has passed is rarely mentioned for fear of evoking “sad” memories.
Thank you for sharing this comforting poem.
Thank You Susan. You are loved by many. I hope to meeting you soon when you are back to doing color analysis. My heart goes out to you during these challenging times. I enjoyed the photos and commentary very much.
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved monsieur. May his memory be a blessing.
It is a blessing to have such good memories! Keeping you in my prayers.
Dear Susan,
I know you will get through these difficult times.
Lots of Love,
Emily
Dear Susan,
What a lovely, loving tribute to the richly rewarding times you spent with your husband Doug. I appreciate very much your generosity of spirit in sharing these photos and your recollections of traveling together. You’re right to remind us of how important it is to enjoy every moment we have with the people we cherish…
In peace,
Judith
Dear Susan, I lost my own lovely husband to a terminal condition a few years ago. We, too, loved to travel, and were best friends. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies and my prayers of peace and comfort. May Doug’s memory be a blessing.
Beautiful memories to cherish.
A beautiful post Susan, full of lovely memories. Sincerest condolences.
You have beautiful memories to cherish. My heartfelt condolences on your loss.
What lovely memories Susan.
It’s a beautiful tribute.
As we know, our loved ones live on in our hearts. souls and memories. I’m so glad you shared this. Your advice is so true. Enjoy every day and live your dreams. Take care of yourself.
Such wonderful memories Susan. Thank you for sharing them with all of us. You are so right, go make those memories now. Do not wait. Love to you and prayers for your peace.
Beautiful photos of beautiful memories. My thoughts and sympathy are with you and your family. Still, how lucky you are to have had such a wonderful life together! Thank you for sharing some of your experiences.
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I’ve not been on the blog lately so had no idea you were going through this. Sending you lots of love and hugs at this most difficult time.
What a lovely tribute, and what wonderful memories you have of a shared life well lived.
The two of you had some wonderful adventures together. I’m so sorry for your loss. Just know that we all love you and we’ll be here for you when you decide to return, whenever that is.
Susan, thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute to the life you shared with your husband. I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories give you some sense of solace during this difficult time.
What sweet memories, Susan. I’m so very sorry for your great loss.
Oh Susan. I am so sorry to read this sad news. You and your beloved husband have been in my thoughts these past few weeks, and I’ve wondered how you were doing.
I’m glad you have the memories you have. It looks like you were part of a great marriage. Lucky you….take those memories and the love you shared and hold it dear. Use it as a comfort and a guide in the coming days and weeks. Sending love and hugs, and prayers for peace for you. Take care.
I am so terribly sorry for your loss xo
Oh Susan, my heartfelt thoughts are with you. I don’t know where you have found the strength and determination to put together such a wonderful post, celebrating your lovely Monsieur. My heart goes out to you especially as my dearest husband was seriously ill last year and there were times when I did not know how that would resolve. Fortunately, he is still here, somewhat incapacitated but here. I know the thoughts that went through my mind and I can only try to put myself in your situation. There are no words that adequately describe the loss, but possibly the knowledge that you have so many thinking with so much sympathy and empathy might help in some small way.
May your wonderful experiences together be at least a little comfort to you at this very sad time. So very sorry for your loss.
Dear Susan,
I’m so sorry for your loss and hope you find comfort in wonderful memories like the ones you described in this post.
I wish you strength and courage, but judging by your work on this blog, I think you have that covered already.
Such wonderful memories…God Bless you.
Sending you a hug, Susan, and a thank you for sharing your beautiful memories with us, even during your grief. May those wonderful times comfort you.
All I can do is send you many hugs, my dear Susan. It is presumptuous to call you a friend, but I do feel somehow that you are. A lovely post, and a lovely couple. Blessed be. So, so sorry for what you are telling us in a beautiful way–that Monsieur has died. Thoughts and prayers.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. What a blessing to have so many beautiful memories.
Kathy Hathaway
God bless you and your family with peace in this difficult time, Susan. If producing content for your blog helps you, then by all means please do. But if you need time away, we will all be here patiently waiting for your return. ❤️
Sending you my deepest condolences. Thank you for sharing these beautiful memories.
I’m so sorry about the loss of your husband, Doug. I’m so glad you’ve been able to have those magical moments on your many trips.
Sending you so much love. thank you for sharing your memories. <3
Susan, I want to extend my deepest condolences to you & all of your family. These are precious memories indeed.
I’ve followed you for years and have loved watching your travels with your husband. I’m so sorry for your loss, especially to ALS.
Lots of love and prayers to you and your family.
My heart goes out to you, Susan. So enjoyed this post and your pictures and memories of your travels with your husband. Thank you for sharing. Blessings to you and your family.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I know you’re taking comfort from your many wonderful memories (and even those from day to day).
Beautiful!
Awwww thank you Susan. This is is a lovely tribute. He clearly enjoyed travels with you.
And your advise is well taken.
Doug’s life looked well and truly lived. A lesson to us all. My condolences Susan to you and your family.
Thank you for sharing your special moments with us. You inspire. ♥️
What beautiful, bittersweet memories; thinking of you during this season of what must be immense grief.
Oh so sorry for your loss! Oh what amazing memories you have of times you shared. So kind of you to share with others. The love is obvious. Glowing. Hugs.
Thank you for sharing these memories and photos. What special experiences you enjoyed together! My heart goes out to you at this sad time.
Such sweet memories! Thank you for sharing your heart with us. Life will be less colorful without le Monsieur.
My sincere condolences to you and your family – my heart goes out to you Susan. And what wonderful memories- thank you for sharing.
May Doug be blessed with happiness, and free from all pain and suffering.
And you, as well.
Oh Susan, I am so very sorry! I had no idea you had lost your beloved Monsieur, only that he had recent health issues. I am a long time reader but rarely comment.
What precious & amazing memories! I know you find solace in them. My husband and I also began traveling to France in 2001 and many countries since. We are in our 70’s now and will continue as long as we can, making those memories. Keeping you close to my heart in the days ahead!
Thank you for the beautiful memories .. Maria
My sincere sympathies. May his memory be a blessing. Warm hug to you and your family
I had tears in my eyes as I looked at your photos and read your beautiful tribute to your husband. My husband and I also loved to travel also and we were lucky enough to go to many places throughout Europe. Like you and your husband, we made it a point to sample all the local culinary fare. Although he died in 1998 — obviously many years ago — your reminiscences revived my own memories of the wonderful times I shared with my husband in my marriage. Those memories are what keep our loved ones alive inside of us. My sincere condolences on your loss.
Thank you for sharing some of your beautiful memories of adventures shared with your husband Doug. The photos exude such love and joy! My sincere condolences for your loss.
Susan,
What a wonderful tribute to your Doug. No doubt these memories are a comfort and you will treasure them always. Thank you for sharing them. You are in my thoughts.
Thank you for these wonderful pictures.
Such amazing places.
Heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved Doug. Thank-you for sharing some of the wonderful memories you made together. Those memories and the love you shared will never leave you.
What a lovely way to celebrate your lovely husband with so many memories you made together . As you rightly said , don’t wait for someday , enjoy every day you have together so you each have happy memories.
Thinking of you and your family during these difficult times and sending strength to you all .
Very sorry for your loss. What beautiful pictures and wonderful memories; thank you for sharing.
This is a beautiful tribute.
Lovely memories. I pray these memories sustain you during these difficult days. Travel is one of the most enriching experiences in life. I could not agree more with you that one should not wait for “someday”. My father is suffering from Parkinsons disease . My parents traveled the world for years – I am so happy they did so and that they did not wait for “someday”. I wish you peace and solace.
So very sorry Susan to hear of the passing of your beloved husband. What wonderful memories you made together. May you find peace and comfort in the coming days with those memories in your heart.
Such wonderful memories to cherish. They will bring you comfort. My sincere condolences.
So sorry to hear your husband passed. And thank you for the pictures and memory photos. Indeed…do things with friends and family. Each day is precious.
Dear Susan, I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing some travel memories and photos of you and Doug. May you find comfort and solace in all those happy and cherished memories of time together. Take good care.
My thoughts are with you–what a beautiful life. I am so sorry.
My deepest sympathies to you all on your loss; I’m so very sorry. What beautiful words and photos you’ve shared with all of us. A lovely tribute indeed.
My prayers are with you and your family at this time. I hope that you will be blessed with a great support group and many friends in the days ahead!
Susan, What a lovely tribute to your darling husband. Take care of yourself and feel blessed that you have such loving memories. Kathleen
I have had the privilege to meet Monsieur and know from our brief moments that he was a kind man. I am so sorry to read he is gone and cannot imagine the grief you must feel.
Greetje
Thank you for sharing and stay strong my dear. You had a beautiful life with him! I think we ladies will( or have) to face this at some point. Take good care of yourself. Hugs to you:)
Susan, I am so sorry for your loss. I don’t know you personally, but your words really hit home this morning. My husband and I love to travel as well. And your pictures just made me realize to “seize the day” and not put things off. Like Doug, I loved seeing the Eiffel Tower twinkle at night. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Thank you for sharing these precious memories. You were lucky in love. See sorry for your sad loss.
So sorry for your loss. I’m glad you have such wonderful memories of your time together!
Susan,
I am so sorry for your loss of Doug. I hope that your wonderful memories of your time together help ease the heartache of losing your dear one. Hugs to you.
I am so sorry. Thank you for sharing your pictures with us.
Thank you for sharing these beautiful memories with us Susan. I think I must have started following you around 2007 or 8. You’re a friend I look forward to every week. If you ever want to visit Petaluma and Sonoma County come visit! You have been so generous with your time, your expertise and your thoughts on fashion and style. I can’t imagine how hard it has been to have your husband pass—I hope you’ve had lots of support from family and friends.
What lovely and precious travel memories, how wonderful to have and thank you for sharing. Hugs
Hello, friend (I’ve never met, but feel like I have because of your blog).
I’m so sorry to hear about your husband’s death. I was surprised when you wrote recently of his journey with ALS. Now you are on another difficult journey yourself. Sending you much love and grace in the days ahead. Be good and compassionate with yourself.
My heartfelt condolences to you, Susan.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I also recently lost my husband/travel partner of 38 years. Wishing you strength and love, Susan. Your memories are beautiful! Thank you for sharing. Hoping we both find our new travel rhythm.
Always enjoy your blog & posts. We’ve got this!
Thank you for sharing some of your lovely travel memories with us. You are in my thoughts, I hope you are doing as well as can be expected.
Dear Susan:
I am so sorry for your loss. Reading your blog this morning brought tears to my eyes and your reminder about doing what you can with your partner NOW is so relevant. Never think you have unlimited time. My thoughts are with you.
I’m so sorry to hear about Doug’s passing. I owe you thanks for the fashion and living inspiration. My husband and I traveled every year, mainly to Italy. He died of glioblastoma in 2016. I hope you travel again.
Dearest, dearest, lady. So sorry for your loss. Losing your life partner is, in my opinion, the most difficult time, it was was in my loss of my husband.
But you have some beautiful memories.
Thank you for sharing your travels. Being a caregiver brings a whole different dynamic and, in my case, I didn’t fully grasp the emotional toll because I was too busy simply moving through each day, and sometimes each hour.
Please take whatever time you need to grieve and feel the love that is still there. It really never goes away.
Dear Susan,
Deepest sympathies, I hope your happy memories will help heal your loss. Thank you for all of your lovely travel posts.
What a beautiful tribute to your husband and your shared love of travel and each other. I am so sorry for your loss.
My deepest condolences on Doug’s passing. May his memory be a blessing.
You made some wonderful memories with Doug! Thank you for sharing them with us.
Sending you a big hug.
Beautiful tribute. Thank you for sharing these special moments and memories with us.
what beautiful memories. so very sorry for your loss.
Susan, thank you for sharing your cherished travel memories with Doug. How wonderful that you had so many joyful times together. You and your family are in my thoughts. Sending you comfort during this difficult time.
Glenda
What a beautiful tribute. Thank you for sharing.
May your memories be a blessing, Susan, and may the love and support of your friends and family help you through this sad time. Your dear husband was so very lucky to have you by his side for all your amazing journeys.
so sorry to hear of the passing of your love and traveling companion.
hugs
Thank you for sharing these beautiful memories! I’m sending love and hugs your way – so hard losing those we love. ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing such beautiful moments! Life is precious and we should always remember the wonderful moments and people that make our lives special! I’m so sorry for your loss!
Dear Susan, as in Susan, you are a Dear One. I’ve just read your post and learned of your husband’s passing. I’m so sorry and appreciate very much you sharing the memories of your travels together. I’m sending support and care to you and your family in this time of sadness.
Wonderful photo tribute to a wonderful man.
Susan, Thank you for sharing these beautiful photos and wonderful memories. My heart goes out to you and your family. Look forward to your upcoming posts, Susan in AZ
Of course, le Monsieur was as stylish as his lovely wife! My condolences to you and all who loved your Doug. Thank you for sharing these happy photos – I hope they and the memories they capture bring you some solace during this very sad time.
Dear Susan, I am so sorry for your loss, but I am glad that you have so many happy memories to sustain you through your grief. I often look at travel photos of my late husband and it brings joy!
I love your blog and I hope that writing it will help you to keep going onwards.
Lorna
Susan I am so sorry for your loss and the suffering Doug must have endured. Your memories are priceless and I’m so glad you have them. I have been your fan for several years and hope you take time to grieve and move forward. All the best.
Susan,
What a beautiful post. I’m so sorry for your loss. Hold tight to the memories and please know that we are praying for you and your son. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Dear Susan,
My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. ALS is a terrible disease. Thank you for taking us along on your travels these past years and for reviewing these happy memories now. It is always later than we think and I am glad you got to enjoy these delicious adventures together as you did. Grief is difficult to navigate. Take your time in resuming your blog. We will be here when you are ready.
Blessings to you.
Penelope
What wonderful memories you made with your husband! Thank you for sharing them and for reminding to “make those memories now!” I bid you peace.
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely memories with le Monsieur. Sending hugs.
May our Lord comfort you and give you strength. You are so correct about doing those things you’ve always wanted to do…now—not later. I know we will never regret our wonderful travels together.
Blessings and best wishes to you.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful memories. It’s a reminder that we need to enjoy life and our loved ones while we can. Thinking of you.
What a lovely and inspiring tribute to your husband. I can’t imagine the myriad of complicated emotions you must be feeling at this time and I hope you find comfort in the love and support you receive.
Oh Susan, I am so so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband. Thank you for sharing your stories and photos with us and sending you much love. We will be here when you are ready.
I’m so sorry, Susan. What adventures you had together. I hope your memories will one day be a source of comfort and, eventually, inspiration to continue living a big life. ❤️
Thank you for sharing your wonderful memories!
I am so sorry to hear about your husbands passing. I know you have so many wonderful memories to help you through your sorrow.
Susan,
I’m adding my condolences to those of so many others., This shows the extent of your influence through your blog. We all share a little in your life, both the joys an sorrows. As a community we support you and look forward to being reunited through your postings. Take time to grieve and savor the memories of your happy times together.
Your love for your husband, and the joy you shared is evident. I’ve followed your travels with Le Monsieur for a few years now, living vicariously and dreaming of traveling with my own husband when he retires. My heart breaks for you, and I pray for you to find peace and comfort, Susan.
What a wonderful life the two of you have been living. Thanks for allowing us to share your happy memories.
Thank you for sharing this part of your life with us. Treasure the memories.
What beautiful memories. So sorry for your loss.
With deepest sympathies, Barb Walliman
What a beautiful tribute!
I hope that the wonderful memories you have made help sustain you during your grief. Happy memories of Doug will forever be in your heart. Take care of yourself I. This difficult time too.
Dear Susan,
my heart is breaking for you. Such a wonderful, loving tribute to your husband Doug. Keep those memories close and try to heal. Doug will remain close in your heart. Loving hugs to you and your family.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your memories and beautiful pictures. There are no words to take away the pain of losing a loved one. I hope these memories help.
Susan,
I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. So beautiful to have all these memories. Thank you for sharing these treasured moments with us and reminding us that the future is indeed NOW. Prayers go with you. Take Care
Dear Susan,
I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing all these beautiful memories! And for reminding us that life is precious, and precarious. As the ancient rabbis said, we have to live as if we carry two slips of paper in our pockets. One says that we will live for a very long time, and one that today is our last day. We must live as if both are true. It seems to me that this is the essence of what you have shared, and what you both strived for in your decades of marriage.
May you find comfort and support along the long journey of mourning.
I am so sorry to hear about le Monsieur. Thank you for sharing these wonderful travel memories. He sounds like the perfect traveling companion…knowledgeable, engaged, adventuresome, imaginative, and with a lovely sense of humor.
Thinking of you! Glad for this post to hear from you and know that you are persisting. (Don’t know if that is the best word but you know what I mean, you are… surviving? hanging in there?). Thinking of you. I am catching up on your older posts while you take as much time as you need for yourself. Sending you much love.
What a beautiful life you had together. The memories you made. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sending thoughts of peace and love.
So very sorry for your loss.
Susan, my heartfelt condolences. May all your wonderful memories bring you some comfort.
Sorry to hear about your husband. From what you shared here it looks like he really enjoyed your travels and was lucky to have been able to experience the world the way you both did. Beautiful pictures they are now your treasures!!
My deepest sympathy. Your tribute to Doug was
full of memories and wonderful pictures you will
cherish forever. You can see the love and joy in
those travels. Take care.
Your post was a loving tribute to your dear husband. My condolences to you are sent with prayers. One day at a time.
Woman, take your time and grieve. You’ll never regret that.
I’m so sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband. Sending you so much love and strength in your grief.
What a beautiful tribute to your husband! My deepest sympathies to you and your family. My thoughts are with you.
I am so very sorry Susan praying for you and your family.
I’m so very sorry, Susan. Sending you lots of love.
Such a wonderful tribute to your husband and your life together. My sincerest condolences – may his memory be a blessing, to you and all who loved him.
Deepest condolences on Doug’s passing. And what a lovely tribute this post is; thank you so much for sharing these lovely memories. May remembering the good times always bring you strength and peace when you need it.
Susan: Thank you for sharing such lovely memories. I’m so sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss, looks like a lovely life.
Such precious memories, and how generous of you to share. My heart aches for you, and my thoughts are with you and your family.
What a beautiful tribute to your husband. You have many lovely memories to keep in your heart and remember him with love. I send you love and prayers for your loss. I’ve been through this and after 23 years, I still hold my memories and remember them each day. Everyone’s walk through grief is different so you are doing what is best for YOU!
Oh Susan, such lovely memories for you and thank you for sharing them with us, as you didn’t often post photographs of Le Monsieur. Wishing you and young Monsieur only the best.
Susan D
My heartfelt condolences to you, Susan. It’s a fairly recent widow. I know how difficult it is. Thank you for sharing those moments.
Thank you so much for sharing your very precious memories.
Dear Susan, I’m so sorry to learn that your darling husband passed away. Sending much love during this difficult time for you and your son.
Susan,
Your memories are wonderful! Such a good reminder to be grateful every day and enjoy our loved ones in the present. I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. I hope your memories comfort you. ❤️❤️sending a gentle hug and much sympathy.
My heart goes out to you for the loss of your dear le Monsieur. I hope your happy memories will help you through this difficult time.
Thank you for taking the time to share your memories with us during your grief. May those small glimmers comfort you and your family.
Your last thoughts of:
“ enjoy the moments with those you love, and don’t wait until “someday” to do the things you’ve dreamed of. Go and make those memories now.”
Are So True…..Life is Short.
Hugs
Suz from Vancouver
I’m so glad that you have so many beautiful memories. Take care of yourself and take time to grieve. We will be here when you decide to return.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful memories of your husband. My condolences; may his memory be for a blessing.
I am very sorry for your loss. The travel memory’s was lovely ❤️❤️
Susan, Sending you a heartfelt condolences on your loss. What a beautiful post and tribute. Kindness in your healing process.
May God bless you as you grieve and remember times spent with your lovely husband. Your advice to not wait for someday has been ringing in my head for quite some time. I think your story and wise words are the inspiration needed. Much love, Linda
I join your community in expressing my sympathy. I hope it helps to know that I care about you. You remind me of how to live and how to hold onto hope and the good in life even when it’s hard. God walks with you.
Loving memories. May they carry you through the days ahead. Peace be with you.
Susan, I’m so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. Thank you for sharing this beautiful post.
I am so sorry to learn of Doug’s passing. I hope the memories of your travels bring you comfort during this difficult time.
ps: my husband and I also enjoyed a leisurely lunch in the courtyard of the goat farm in Villandry. It’s absolutely charming and was one of the highlights of our trip.
You’ve been on my mind the last several weeks and my heart breaks for your loss. You are so right and wise to do and celebrate your time together in the moment. You’ve made some wonderful memories with your husband. Thank you for sharing them.
My condolences to you, Susan. This very special message somehow made its way to my inbox, while most do not, and I feel honored to share in these beautiful memories. Thank you.
Susan, My very deepest condolences on Doug’s passing. What a very difficult time. I’m glad though that you two had the opportunity to create so many beautiful memories. Thank you for sharing with us. Our hearts are with you.
So very sorry..I know the last journey with him was the hardest. Take care and know that so many of us are thinking of you
Dear Susan: My condolences and prayers on the passing of your wonderful, devoted husband, Doug. I am grateful that you were able to have so many wonderful memories through your travels. May you be blessed with peace. I believe that life is eternal and that we will all be together again after this life. Whether that is your belief or not, memories are eternal. Thank you for taking the time to share these memories. Your posts have uplifted and helped me so many times!
Thank you, Susan, for sharing such lovely memories/photos. Your travels have inspired some of mine – and I’m so glad you got to share such wonderful trips with “Le Monsieur”.
What a hole is left in our lives when those we love and cherish are gone – I hope you are surrounded by love and support.
Thoughts and prayers remain with you in the loss of your beloved husband. Thank you for sharing your memories of special happy times together.
Susan. my sincere sorrow in hearing the sad news. You have always exemplified nothing but class and dignity, even now. You will be in my prayers and thoughts that you may find comfort and peace.
Beautiful memories to cherish and hold close. Thank you for sharing. ❤️
Thank you for sharing your beautiful memories. Please take care.
What wonderful memories and experiences you both shared with each other! Thanks for sharing, and know that at lot of people are thinking about you at this time. And making memories with loved ones is always good advice that is easy to forget sometimes.
What a beautiful tribute to your husband. I am so sorry for your loss. I just want you to know that you bring a lot of joy into my life and lots of great ideas. This has been a difficult journey and I hope you have the space to process all that has happened and know that those loyal to you will be patient and excited for your return when you are ready.
Susan, So very sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing your lovely memories, and know you inspired at least one person to create some memories of her own.
That was completely lovely and a wonderful tribute to Doug.
I am so very sorry for the loss of your husband,Susan. ALS is a cruel disease and watching him decline can’t have been easy. Take lots of time for yourself in the next few months, and be gentle with yourself. I hope all your wonderful memories will be a comfort to you and your family.
What a lovely post. You’ve shared so much with us over the years. I have no words that will make what you are going through any better. Just know you are in our thoughts. Sending you my sincerest condolences.
Oh, no…. I am so sorry for your loss and very impressed that you found the energy and joy to brave the bruises as you created his post. I have followed you for several years, matching your travels to my own, borrowing your ideas, celebrating your discoveries. My own husband died just one year ago, too quickly and too young and so I know a bit of the journey you are on and will be on. Blessings to you.
Jane
This was a lovely tribute to your husband. I am so sorry for your loss.
Dear Susan,
You are the epitome of grace and open-heartedness. Thank you for sharing your photos and memories, and for the reminder to appreciate the present day. Sending you warmest condolences from La Jolla, and hoping you are finding comfort and support from your friends.
Memories are precious gifts to remember loved ones by. It lets us smile through the sorrow of their loss. Thanks for sharing some of your memories with us. You will be in my thoughts and prayers going forward.
Susan I am so saddened to hear about the loss of your beloved husband. My thoughts are with you and your family and this sad time.
May his memory be for a blessing.
Baruch Dayan ha’emet.
✡️
Sincere condolences to you and your family. Thank you for sharing your special memories and for your advice about enjoying the moments with loved ones and not waiting for “someday” to do things.
Sincere condolences to you and your family. Thank you for sharing your special memories and for your advice about enjoying the moments with loved ones and not waiting for “someday” to do things.
My heart goes out to you and your family on the loss of your wonderful husband. Thank you for sharing these memories. Your France and Italy posts mean a lot as my husband and I will be spending ten days in France the end of September followed by ten more in Italy in early October. As a French lyricist wrote: “I wish you shelter from the storm, a cozy fire to keep you warm, but most of all, when snowflakes fall, I wish you love.”
May Doug rest in peace and may his memory be a blessing
Susan, my deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband. When I started following bloggers for mature women I thought it was just fun with fashion. Then Beth shared on her blog when she lost her husband then later that year I lost my husband. So many women of our age reached out sharing their family losses. Your blog and others are more than about fashion I discovered.
Thank you for sharing, you touch many….
Susan, thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute to your husband- clearly he, and you, lived and shared a life well lived and loved. I hope these wonderful memories sustain you as you move forward. My heartfelt condolences to you, your son and all who loved Monsieur.
So sorry to hear about this. Sending love and deep symphony. Take care of yourself. Molly Pollard, Richmond, Va
Susan,
I’m so sorry to learn of your husband’s passing.
I lost my dad to ALS and remember well and with great fondness the time we spent together after his diagnosis.
It’s clear from your blog that you are a person of intelligence, ability and level-headedness. Even so, I would like to gently remind you to put your personal well-being at the top of your priorities in these days.
My sincere condolences, Susan. Thank you for sharing your beautiful memories, and for reminding me to photograph the ones I’m making. Sending hugs and much love, Roxanne
Susan,
Even though we’ve never met, I feel as if I know you from following your blog for so many years. I am so sorry for your loss, and my heart goes out to you. Thank you for sharing your lovely travel photos and memories–your shared love of travel is so clear in the photos. May similar warm memories bring you comfort and peace. Hugs to you.
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your beloved husband, Doug. Thank you for sharing some lovely memories that the two of you created.
Oh my, what joyous memories you have with your beloved husband! I am so sorry to learn of his passing. My prayers are with you and your family.
This beautiful, evocative post confirms that you are a superb model for “leading a balanced, adventurous and delicious life”!
Susan,
I’m so very sorry for the loss of your dear husband Doug. May your fond memories keep him alive in your heart. Thank you for sharing your wonderful travel memories so we have an opportunity to meet him through your eyes and heart. Sending condolences and hugs to you and all who knew and loved Doug.
I remember reading your accounts of these trips, so well. And I remember Doug, and his warmth, and enthusiasm. He was there when you did my colors, and I think of him often when I wear marine blue. I’m so sorry he’s gone. All my love to you, and I hope you have a warm community around you.
Prayers for comfort and peace for you and all who loved this dear soul. I’ve walked in your shoes. Nurture yourself and do only what must be done. I promise, God will give you the grace to get thru this time.
So sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. My husband passed away a year ago, and for me the passing of time does make things easier to bear. You will always miss him but have wonderful memories.
My best wishes!
Suzanne
What a beautiful post! You have many great memories of a beautiful but too brief life together. Sending love and peace to you and all who knew him.
I am very sorry about the loss of your dear husband
What a lovely tribute to your husband and your relationship. I can’t imagine how terribly you’ll miss Doug, but you are showing us some courageous and wonderful ways to honor and live as our husbands would wish (or we would wish for them) to continue. Thank you.
A very handsome man. A handsome couple. I hope your photos and memories bring you some comfort. A really big hug across the internet.
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your Monsieur Doug.
I will keep you in my heart. Please be very gentle with yourself. You bring us such joy, please know,we strangers care for you and send soft loving embraces.
Dear Susan,
I’m so sorry about your husbands passing. I love the memories you have shared with all of us.
Thinking of you and your family.
Beautiful post! I’ve heard it said that any trip is really three trips in one… there’s the planning, the actual travel, and then reliving the memories. I’m so glad that you have those memories and that you chose to share some of them with us today.
I apologize to Sue for posting such a personal comment, but I feel it is appropriate. I am Doug’s brother. Before he passed he wrote a beautiful ‘Epilogue’ that he wanted us to see after he was gone. Here is an excerpt:
“…current situation aside, I’ve been staggeringly fortunate! I’ve had the unconditional love (and periodic support) of a wonderful hodgepodge of family. I’ve been blessed with a beautiful son who has taught me more about life & humanity than I could have ever imagined – and a brilliant, beautiful wife I am in awe of beyond any words of description (my partner, my soul-mate, she has indeed been the miracle in and the love of my life!). ”
Sue was definitely the best thing to happen to Doug. Thank you Sue for being there for him and bringing so much joy into his life.
Love,
Bruce
Thanks so much, Bruce. He was truly a gift in my life as well.
what a wonderful tribute
My deepest condolences to your family. Thank you for sharing your memories with us. Thank you for reminding us to seize the day and take time to live our dreams. You are the second person this week to tell me not to wait for someday, but to take the time to make those memories.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine how awful it has been. Le Monsieur seems to have been a lovely man and you do have some wonderful memories (thank you for sharing with us). Sending you love, strength and hugs.
Mary
Susan,
I was saddened to learn of your Doug’s passing. I’ve so enjoyed reading of your exploits together over the years. It was easy to see how close you were and how much you enjoyed being together. Thanks for all the joy and delight you’ve shared with us.
Sending you many wishes for peace and ease…and taking some good care of yourself.
Hugs to you. Kate
Beautiful photos, beautiful memories. Thank you for sharing with us.
My deepest heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I hope you continue to focus on all of the wonderful memories you and he made together. Those of us who have experienced loved ones with ALS send you a special silent hug.
Dear Susan,
My condolences on the loss of your beloved Monsieur. My heart goes out to you now. What a wonderful life you had together. Thank you for sharing the lovely travel photos and stories, it’s a beautiful way to remember. My husband is also a Doug and as he says, “All the cool guys are named Doug”.
Thinking of you,
Brenda N.
I am so sorry for your loss. I also lost my dear husband this past July 7th from a long battle with cancer. My heart goes out to you. Take care.
I’m so very sorry for your loss.
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I have read and reread your final lines about not waiting for “some day”. So true.
What wonderful memories to bring comfort and a smile. Life is made up of all those little bits. May you find peace and have an easy mind as you take care of all the business that comes after loss. Sending hugs and hope.
Hello Susan.
My deepest sympathies on your loss. Wishing you peace and strength in this difficult time. And thank you for sharing such wonderful memories with your late husband.
My deepest condolences on your sad loss. You have wonderful memories to look back on which will be comforting.
My heart hurts for you. Such a tragedy for you, your son, and all the family. I am so glad you have all those wonderful travel memories and photos. I’ve watched all of your travels both near and far. You are correct, travel while you can and cherish those moments. May your husband rest in eternal peace.
I know he loved Las Vegas. Some pics would be nice. You have my sincere sympathy.
A beautiful remembrance of the the wonderful times you shared together. Sending you a loving blessing for healing during this time.
My sympathy to you, Susan! Thank you for sharing such wonderful memories- May they comfort you and carry you forward.
What a lovely tribute to le monsieur. I am so sorry for your loss – sending love and prayers from Seattle.
Thinking of you and your family, hugs from Australia.
So sorry for your loss.
May his memory be a blessing
My sadness for you is profound Susan. I hope you find a sense of peace soon and I look forward to being part of your online future when you are ready.
Susan,
Thank you for sharing these wonderful memories. I smiled as I looked through them, knowing these memories will sustain you as you relive these beautiful times together.
Peace to you and your family.
Dear Susan,
I am so saddened to hear of Doug’s passing.
I hope your memories serve as some comfort in this difficult time.
Being a devoted blog follower Doug seemed like a mensch and a great partner.
I hope to meet you in person one day & have my colors done as well.
Sending huge hugs, Kim
Susan,
Sending you love and condolences. So nice to have those memories.
Thank you for sharing these beautiful photos and memories of Le Monsieur and your wonderful advice to make memories now. I’m so sorry for your loss. May his memory be a blessing.
Oh Susan, I’m so very sorry to hear the news, but so glad you and Doug had so many wonderful travels and adventures, and that you have so many beautiful memories. Sending a hug and deepest condolences.
Dear Susan
Thank you for sharing your precious memories, I hope they bring you comfort at such a sad time.
Sending love and best wishes to you, from a long time follower in Australia.
What wonderful memories expressed so well. I have been thinking of you everyday, you are such a nice and positive women. This tribute is lovely and bittersweet. Come back when you are ready, we will still be here thinking of you.
Thank you for sharing these photos and stories, Susan. And may his memory be a blessing.
Dear Susan,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your beautiful pictures and memories of your travels together. Sending you warm wishes for comfort and peace.
Hilu
Thank you for sharing a few of your beautiful memories of Doug. You two enjoyed some fabulous adventures together!
My heartfelt condolences ion this loss.
Peace be with you, Susan.
Dear Susan,
Grieving with you. So sorry for your loss. Thank you for this beautiful post to remind us all how precious time spent with loved ones is. Make those memories. Love and sympathy to you and your family.
Just a beautiful tribute. How wonderful that you were able to travel as often as you did. My heart goes out to you and sincerely hope you will continue to travel and blog.
I’m sure Doug would expect nothing less of you!!
Thank you for sharing these beautiful memories Susan. I hope they continue to give you comfort. I agree 100% about not waiting to do the things you dream of ~ go and make those memories now.
Sending big hugs.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your post today was a beautiful tribute to your husband. I was widowed over 24 years ago, and I still think of my late husband everyday. Grief is a journey with no rules….May his memory be a blessing.
Thank you for sharing these beautiful memories with your guy. And thanks for reminding us all to savor what we have in front of us RIGHT NOW. You are so wise. Big hugs.
May your Monsieur’s memory be a blessing.
As a long-time reader, I’ve always been struck by your grace – in your writing, your responses to readers, and what you share about your approach to your own life, which we readers aspire to emulate. You are such a class act, even in times of so obvious challenge.
I hope you can feel the collective gratitude as support whenever you need it. Virtual hug!
I am pleased you have so many wonderful memories of Doug. May they Pro comfort and peace as you mourn.
Such lovely memories you will have of your beloved Doug. As one of your community of readers, my sympathy goes out to you in this time of sorrow.
Dear Susan,
May the sweet memories bring you peace and warm your heart for always.
Thanks for sharing these sweet memories. What a great guy! My heart aches for you and the loss of your dear companion. (No response is needed. Just want you to know you are thought about with love.
Thank you, Susan , for sharing your special travel memories with your sweet Doug. And you have been fortunate to have an enthusiastic partner on your adventures, and I am sad to learn of his recent death from ALS. You have been brave to share this with us.
You are such a strong woman to be able to channel your love of those memories and share them with us “ out here”.
You have inspired me so with your previous photos . I just returned from a solo trip to Milan, Lake Como and a week in Venice on the lagoon. Susan, arriving at Linate in Milan and touring the sites was due to your sharing , just wanted to let you know.
Loving thoughts to you and your family. Take care…. Cath in BC , Canada
Susan, I am so sorry. You have my deepest condolences.
What wonderful memories Thank you for sharing them with us. Please accept my deepest sympathy on Le Monsieur’s passing. May you find peace.
I am so, so sorry for your loss. Of course I didn’t know him (or, really, you) but you always seemed so suited to one another and I am sure you will miss him. God bless you both.
Thanks for sharing those beautiful memories. I’m so sorry for your loss Susan, sending you lots of hugs.xx
Dear Susan
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved Doug ‘Le Monsieur’ — I loved reading your shared vivid descriptions of the places you visited as well as the photos he took of you. Thank you for sharing this wonderful tribute. MHDSRIP ❤️ Irene Bowman
Your Doug has the sweetest look about him, and I love that you got to enjoy so many travel and life adventures together. I hope that the many happy memories help, in time, to ease your grief a bit, along with knowing how many people care about your family and share in your heartbreak.
What a lovely tribute to le Monsieur. I’m so sorry. May his memory be a blessing. Sending love and hugs.
Sending condolences to you and the rest of your family at this sad time. And thank you for the reminder to not put off travel and fun wit those we love.
May Le Monsieur’s memory be for a blessing.
Susan,
No words except I am so sorry for the loss of your husband.
Susan, you and your family have been in my heart these last few weeks. This is a beautiful tribute to your husband and his obvious joy for life. Memories like these will keep him alive forever. Sending you all my sympathies as you begin this new stage of life.
So sorry for the loss of your dear husband and traveling partner. Thank you for sharing the beautiful pictures and stories from your trips.
What wonderful memories.
Take care.
May all of your beautiful memories sustain you through this difficult time. please give yourself all the time you need as your devoted readers will want you to do that.
God bless your family .
Thank you for sharing these beautiful memories with us <3
Awww, Susan, I am so sorry for your loss. No matter how much we tell ourselves our dearly departed loved ones are better off in the place where there is no suffering, it still hurts when they go. My heart goes out to you. May the love of family and friends lift you up during this time of sorrow. Le Monsieur is no doubt enjoying a glass of fine wine and a taste of something delicious up in Heaven as he remembers his time on Earth fondly with you. May Doug’s memory be eternal.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved husband. What a beautiful, well-lived, well-loved life you shared, thank you for sharing your adventures with all of us. Love and hugs as you navigate your grief, please take care.
Thank you for sharing these wonderful memories and pictures. I pray that God embrace you with His love and grace. May God’s peace be with you now and in the future.
My deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved Doug. Most of us that follow your blog have never met you, yet we are your friends and feel your loss for you. I am sure Doug felt your presence as he passed. I truly believe those we hold in our hearts never leave us. Your dear Doug lives on in you by the love and kindness and generosity he brought into your life and the lives of your family and friends. My deepest sympathy and condolences on your loss.
Beautiful pictures and memories of a beautiful human being. Thank you for sharing.
So enjoyed this. What beautiful memories. Take care.
so sorry for your loss. thank you for sharing your amazing memories!
Hugs
Susan: Nothing I can say will ease the loss of your life partner–that is what good spouses are. But hugs anyway. Take care of you, whatever that means.
Some great adventures and beautiful memories 🙂
Thank you for sharing some of your memories of travel with your husband Doug. This is truly a heartfelt post. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Susan, I’m so very sorry for your loss. May Doug’s memory be a blessing. I enjoyed the photos and stories of your travels. Thank you for sharing them with us. Take care.
Such a beautiful tribute to your precious “le Monsieur,” Susan. Sincerest condolences. May his memory be a blessing.
What a wonderful, life-affirming post. Losing our beloved is one of the most painful aspects of life, and your wonderful travel memories truly show a life well-lived. My sincere condolences for your loss.
Thank you. What a tribute to your life together. So saddened to hear of your husband’s illness and struggle.
Dear Susan
That is such a loving tribute to your Doug. Your generosity and wisdom in your blog has attracted so many, and so many are now touched by this .
What wonderful memories you made together! And your advice to not wait to have those experiences together is golden.
Thank you.
So sorry to hear about your husband. I lost my husband in February so I know that empty feeling you have now. You just keep on day by day even though life has really changed. It will get better with some adjustment. (a lot of adjustment). Even when you know it is going to happen it is still so hard.
Susan-
Oh what a wonderful tribute to an adventurous man! I’m so very sorry for your loss ( I’ve been there, many years ago…)
Please know you’re in my prayers and that your online friends will be here when you come back.
Susan Rosati ( SusanR )
My sincere condolences. My hero husband (and my best friend) is one in a million. We’re unable to travel as much together due to my condition. But the happy memories and photos we have of our travels are precious to look at and relive. I hope you find peace.
Thank you for sharing your travels with your husband. I’m so sorry that he’s no longer with you, but I hope your memories will bring you comfort.
A life and marriage remembered with love, humor, and stories to share. I had a scare of my own recently and realized that now is the time to embark on our bucket list. My heart goes out to you – there is no preparation for this. Thank you for sharing some memories. May they sustain you in the days ahead.
Thinking of you Susan.
What wonderful memories of adventures shared with your husband. My sympathies to you and le jeune homme.
Oh, Susan, I am just reading this news. My deepest condolences. It was lovely to see so many of your memories; may they ultimately bring you comfort. For now, I imagine your world is still shocking. Please know that there are many of us who have followed your journey and appreciated what you have shared with us for years. There is no rush to get ‘back to normal’; there is no ‘normal’. Grief has its own timeline, and is not dictated by the day nor the month. We will be here when you are ready. May Doug’s memory be for a blessing.
Susan, I’m so saddened to hear of Doug’s passing. Your travel Valentine is a beautiful way to share more about him with your loving readers. And we do love you for your generosity, spirit, tutorials and hard work. As you may remember, my husband passed away 5-1/2 years ago. For me, it seems that only other widows really understand what this loss is like. If I can be of service to you in any way, please reach out. I’m here if you need or want an understanding ear. ❤️
Susan, I have just been catching up on your blog after a busy time, and was so very sorry to read about your loss of le Monsieur. Thank you for sharing your beautiful memories of him. We truly do need to “seize the day,” and it looks like you and Doug provided a wonderful example of how it’s done! May you find strength and peace in these and all your precious memories. Sending my sincere sympathy and a caring hug. Amy
Susan
I am so sorry for your loss. I had no idea you have had such heartbreak in the last few years. Hold on to those memories that you cherish, and know that your beloved
Doug is at peace now. Hugs, Cindy
What beautiful and precious photos, Susan, thank you for sharing. May his memory be a blessing. xx
Susan I am so sorry for your loss..I had no idea you were going through such a personal sad experience with your husband. Please accept my sincere condolences..Take care..and hugs!
Elizabeth
Oh, Susan, I’m so sorry for your loss. My brother-in-law died from an illness similar to ALS, so I know some of the anguish and difficulties you both went through. My deepest condolences.
I am sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. No doubt you were a wonderful soulmate to him throughout your marriage and a great comfort during his illness. What a treasure to have so many awesome memories, especially your travel adventures. As you navigate the grieving process, which will come in waves, may you find solace in these two things: you are stronger than you know and love endures to the end of time. Praying that your peace will surpass all understanding.
Dear Susan,
Reading (and seeing photos on IG) about your travels with your Monsieur has been a delight to me for nearly 15 years. I don’t know either of you in person, but your writing was so vivid that I developed an idea of who you both might be, especially as you wandered the world on your vacations. Thanks for sharing that part of your lives with all of us–and for this post celebrating a few of your trips with him. Heartfelt condolences on your loss. I hope your memories ease some of the pain of having to say goodbye too early. Sending hugs from Vermont.
Susan, I’m so very sorry to learn of your husband passing away. My prayers are for you to receive strength, comfort, peace and healing in the days ahead as you mourn your tremendous loss.
Dear Susan,
Deepest sympathies to you, your family and friends at this very sad time. So many happy memories and adventures! May sweet remembrances bring you comfort and peace. Love endures. Hugs to you all.
I am so sorry for your loss. Your love for him shows in the photographs and memories described.
Susan, I am just seeing this today. My heart breaks for you. What a very lovely post and thank you for sharing these memories with all of us. You have your social media family here for you and we all care very much about you. Wishing you comfort and strength during this difficult time. Much love, Pam
I’m so sorry for your loss. I loved reading about your travel memories with your husband and I’m sure there are many more you could write about here.
I hope your son is doing well, as well as can be expected. I would imagine the loss is hard for him as well.
Please take care,
Jamie
He looks like he had a wonderful life with you, sharing love and adventures. So sorry for your loss. ALS is a beast.
So sorry for your loss, Susan. Thank you for sharing your lovely times with Monsieur!
Susan,
You have my condolences. Thank you for sharing your wonderful trips you and your hubby took. I remember reading about the Truffle hunting in Italy. Hugs and prayers to you.
jess xx
Dear Susan,
I am so sorry to read of your husband’s passing. He looked like a lovely man and you clearly had many wonderful times together.
It struck a nerve as my husband and I are both turning 60 within the coming months, my husband has heart surgery coming up and yet we are still very committed to careers and saving for retirement. When I see your favourite memories showcase your travels together, and you advise acting on dreams, I am taking note.
Thank you for your website and again, my condolences,
Tracy NZ
I was so sorry to hear about your husband. having followed your blog for several years I felt as though I knew Monsieur. I wont share any cliches or words of advice because I learnt when I was in the same situation that none help. all the best x
Dear Susan, I just now got caught up on my reading, and I’m so very sorry about your losing Doug and his illness.
I’ve read your blog since the beginning, and I’ve so enjoyed your posts. I feel like I “know” you and Doug even though I realize I don’t. Thank you for this wonderful post about Le Monsieur. I enjoyed reading about your travels again and seeing him. Thanks again for everything. ~~Dee