End of Time
We met Kevin and his amazing wife Tashi earlier this year, when she wrote to us with a very special request.
Kevin and Tashi were looking for a ceramicist to make a TARDIS shaped urn for Kevin. Kevin was 27 years old and dying of terminal brain cancer.
As usual, your response was overwhelming. They received so many offers that it took weeks to review them all and make a decision. But they finally chose Rebekka Ferbrache, who did an amazing job.
Rebekka was able to finish the urn quickly, which was important to the couple. They wanted Kevin to be able to spend some time with it, and to make sure it was where he wanted to be.
It was.
Tashi, who is herself very young, has spent a large part of her life caring for her husband. She has watched him fade away, even as she clung to him. And today, as Kevin steps into his own TARDIS and begins his next journey, Tashi turns a page and begins a new life. And we wish her nothing but happiness, and that the kindness and selfless care she gave her husband will come back to her many times.
Tashi and Kevin made a video to thank us for the urn, which I had promised to post. But it was difficult to watch, so I decided not to.
But today I realized that Kevin deserved the chance to thank you. I didn’t want to take that away from him.
In closing, I just want to say how proud I am of everyone who reached out to this couple; from the urn to all the little things you did every day – leaving encouraging notes, making financial contributions to their ongoing fundraiser, sending soaps and toys in the mail, and even approaching the cast of Dr. Who on the streets on New York, just to get a card signed for Kevin.
Thank you for supporting these dear people, and seeing them through the darkest hours. You are an amazing community.
- Click here to read Tashi’s blog, and to leave a message of hope and kindness
- Click here to help Tashi rebuild her life, and pay Wash’s final expenses
September 12, 2012 at 8:41 am
I hate you Fat Jealous Losers for making me feel both happy and sad at the same time. I’m going to glue stuff around my house to cope. I hope you’re happy with yourselves!
September 12, 2012 at 10:39 am
Word. FJLs the assholiest of assholes. You make me sick with your tear-inducing antics. *sobs*
September 12, 2012 at 12:09 pm
Stupid leaky eyes. I should have them replaced with water-tight ones.
I love you all. <there I said it. Bitches.
September 12, 2012 at 3:11 pm
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
what they said.
hard to type with the crying
September 12, 2012 at 1:21 pm
Let’s glitter-mustache our fences ;_;
September 12, 2012 at 2:55 pm
This is the Fattest, most Losery thing I’ve ever seen on here. I’m going to go crochet something inappropriate.
Seriously, this is so emotionally touching and beautiful. Thank you for sharing, April.
September 12, 2012 at 11:27 pm
You fat fucking bitches. Somebody bring me something to knit before my soul explodes.
September 12, 2012 at 8:42 am
And now I have to re-do my mascara, I’m crying so hard… Good luck out there in the galaxy, Kevin!
September 12, 2012 at 9:56 am
Same. I’m in science methods class right now, and apparently the experiment I’m doing is testing whether my waterproof mascara is actually waterproof. You’re a bunch of wonderful, amazing fuck ups, every Regretsian (and Whovian) who did anything for these two.
September 12, 2012 at 8:42 am
I didn’t think I could cry this early in the morning. This is such a heartbreaking and beautiful story. Tashi, you are in my thoughts. I commend your strength and loyalty.
September 12, 2012 at 9:57 am
Yes, this post brought me to tears. So sad; so beautiful.
September 12, 2012 at 8:42 am
I hate crying at work. Best wishes to Tashi in the rest of her life.
September 12, 2012 at 8:46 am
I wish Tashi comfort and hope going forward.
My thoughts are with her as she says goodbye to a man that touched so many.
I wish Kevin swift travels to comforting places.
<3
September 12, 2012 at 8:46 am
Goddammit I told myself I wasn’t gonna cry.
September 12, 2012 at 8:46 am
Damn.
September 12, 2012 at 8:47 am
My father also died at the age of 27 from a brain tumor. That was nearly 30 years ago. I wish Tashi the same peace and comfort that my mother was able to find after her grieving process.
September 12, 2012 at 8:49 am
Dammit, I hate crying. Thanks all you FJL for showing me that there is still compassion and love in this world.
Tashi, I hope that you’re able to come to peace quickly. Warm fuzzy thoughts to you and your family.
September 12, 2012 at 8:50 am
To quote the Doctor:
“The way I see it, every life is a pile of good things and bad things. The good things don’t always soften the bad things, but vice versa the bad things don’t always spoil the good things and make them unimportant. And we definitely added to his pile of good things.”
Safe travels, Kevin.
September 12, 2012 at 9:08 am
Thanks for that; it’s perfect.
September 12, 2012 at 9:48 am
Perfect sentiments.
I wish both Kevin and Tashi well.
September 12, 2012 at 8:51 pm
“affirmative Master”
September 14, 2012 at 1:01 pm
next stop, everywhere.
September 16, 2012 at 3:53 pm
I was holding on until I read this one. Now I’ve just got to cry.
Sending my wibbly-wobbly love to Tashi. Wish I had more to give!
September 12, 2012 at 8:50 am
I can’t watch that video just yet, because just from the post I’m tearing up at work.
It’s things like this that make me realize how easy I’ve had it, despite all my bitching to the contrary.
My heart goes out to the both of them as they head out on their separate journeys now.
September 12, 2012 at 8:53 am
I want to hug her. I want to hug her so very, very much.
I like to believe that whatever we think happens to us when we die, happens to us when we die- which is usually having our most fantastical fantasies come true. So in my mind, Kevin is having a badass adventure somewhere waiting for Tashi to become his eternal companion.
September 12, 2012 at 11:16 am
That totally made me bawl even more. I agree – he is just practicing flying the Tardis until Tashi can join him.
September 12, 2012 at 8:54 am
The fundly link is borked on the page. Here is the unborked donation link:
http://fundly.com/thecommunecares
September 12, 2012 at 9:00 am
You beat me to it, thanks PBCGE.
September 12, 2012 at 9:03 am
Oh, ty. That’s what I get for not refreshing.
September 12, 2012 at 9:06 am
I just caught it. Bad code. Fixed now.
September 12, 2012 at 8:56 am
Such grace and strength in the midst of the horror of cancer. I wish you both the best in the next phases of your lives.
September 12, 2012 at 8:56 am
I would really like to give something, but the second link is not working for me. =(
This was amazing to watch, and to see the fantastic attitude that they both have in a situation where they could have been…well, anything. It is very sad, but at the same time inspiring. All the other piddly problems that we deal with everyday just don’t seem to matter much anymore after watching and reading stories like this. My thoughts are with them and their families!
September 12, 2012 at 9:02 am
Found the correct link. =)
September 12, 2012 at 8:56 am
These people are so damn cool. =’( April, Etsy has NOTHING on the real contributions you make to this unfair world.
September 12, 2012 at 8:57 am
Much love to Tashi. Kevin, I hope your new adventures are epic.
For a bunch of FJL, I couldn’t be more proud to be among you all.
CF4L
September 12, 2012 at 8:59 am
That’s just absolutely heart-wrenching. I’m so sorry for your loss, Tashi.
September 12, 2012 at 9:01 am
im not gonna cry I’m not gonna… oh FUCK IT WEHHHHH
this is so beautifu l
September 12, 2012 at 9:02 am
I’m getting a 404 error on the donation link.
September 12, 2012 at 9:03 am
http://fundly.com/thecommunecares
September 12, 2012 at 9:07 am
Sorry, I had some bad code in there. It’s fixed now.
September 12, 2012 at 9:02 am
Damn you fat jealous losers for making me cry again!!!
I wish the best to Tashi. And that Tardis was really beautifully made. What a perfect place to start Kevin’s new journey.
September 12, 2012 at 9:11 am
Allons-y Kevin.
September 12, 2012 at 9:12 am
Oh the tears. I don’t think I can watch the video at work, just reading about these wonderful people has me cutting onions.
What an amazing story!
September 12, 2012 at 9:13 am
Sigh.
September 12, 2012 at 9:14 am
What an amazing couple. I wish Many Blessings for Tashi and peace and respite for Kevin, may he be pain free now and slipping through worm-holes in his very own Tardis.
I hope all you fat jealous losers are proud of yourselves dammit! You SHOULD be proud, what gets achieved here, is nothing short of mind bogglingly fantastic and yes, it does go a long way to restore my faith in humanity. Well done all of you.
September 12, 2012 at 9:15 am
That people in RegretsyWorld (TM, Ashley!) can be sincerely compassionate and caring in the midst of being witty and hilarious and skeptical is another reason to be thankful all around.
I send Tashi comforting wishes.
September 12, 2012 at 9:20 am
Still thinking of you both and wishing you warm memories and fantastic adventures (in whatever dimension).
September 12, 2012 at 9:20 am
I am so truly sorry to hear that Kevin has passed. I never got a chance to donate, and have no ceramics talent either, but I remember when this sad but beautiful story first came to our attention. I’d never even seen Dr. Who at that point, but since then have become a big fledgling fan and can see why it would have been his wish.
Godspeed, Kevin, and rock your wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey adventures.
September 12, 2012 at 9:27 am
Bon Voyage…
September 12, 2012 at 9:32 am
You heartless bastards making me cry all over my keyboard.
Maybe we should be smiling as everytime we see a Tardis we know that Kevin is watching us. So Sorry. Tashi.
September 12, 2012 at 9:33 am
Oh damnit. Day #2 of tears.
September 12, 2012 at 9:34 am
I am sad to hear that Kevin has passed away. Tashi, I’m thinking of you….
September 12, 2012 at 9:35 am
Allons-y, Wash.
September 12, 2012 at 9:39 am
i need to go wipe the tears off my face so i can get a pint of icecream and cry into it, because my pillow is getting too wet. i want to hug tashi.
September 12, 2012 at 9:42 am
So sorry, Tashi. All my thoughts are with you. FJLS need to stop making me cry.
September 12, 2012 at 9:42 am
What a bittersweet story. I hope everyone gets to be loved that much at some point in their lives.
I will think of Kevin and Tashi every time I open my pantry door disguised as a Tardis.
September 12, 2012 at 10:54 am
My husband wants to paint our front door Tardis blue. Thoughts of Tashi and Wash will undoubtably cross my mind everytime I open it afterwards.
September 12, 2012 at 9:47 am
My word. Even at more than twice the age of these incredible young people, I can never hope to emulate even a fraction of the grace and spirit they’ve somehow managed to summon in the face of their shared tragedy. Tashi and Kevin represent the very best of the magic possible when the right two people connect. The response of Regretsy and the FJL’s to their plight is concrete proof that I’ve wound up in a community full of love and support, served with only a side order of snark. Rebekka, your beautiful urn is the perfect vessel for the preservation of Kevin’s ashes, and I know Tashi will treasure it for the rest of her life.
September 12, 2012 at 9:54 am
So sorry to hear of his passing. I’m in tears
Tashi, I hope you find comfort and happiness and you are both in my heart.
September 12, 2012 at 9:56 am
I didn’t think I could cry so hard for someone I’ve never met. My cat, who hates me, just climbed in my lap to comfort me.
Good luck to you, Tashi.
September 12, 2012 at 9:59 am
Best of luck, Tashi! This made me cry while on my lunch break but sooooo worth it. Two completely amazing people. Tashi, you and Kevin will still be in my thoughts!
September 12, 2012 at 10:02 am
Thank you for your extraordinary efforts April and Rebekka. Best wishes for happiness in the future, Tashi. I’m proud to call Team Regretsy my friends.
Bruce
September 12, 2012 at 10:08 am
You’re not by any chance Bruce Dickenson, lead singer of Iron Maiden, are you?
p.s.- I’m not trying to be disrespectful of the situation here, I’m just better at making idiotic comments and have a hard time turning that part of me off.
September 12, 2012 at 10:35 am
You’re not disrespectful, you’re just trying to get around to cowbell.
And humor to get through life’s jolts is healthy, according to my doctor, who finds me very entertaining.
September 12, 2012 at 8:58 pm
“needs more Tardis sound”
September 12, 2012 at 10:14 am
Dammit all! I’m supposed to be the Emotionless Front Guard of Bizarro World, and here I am Sniffly and Teary Eyed. This is going to be hard to explain!
September 12, 2012 at 10:15 am
This couple has been in my thoughts and prayers since the first post about them appeared here on regretsy. They have my deepest condolences and I am sadly happy that they were allowed to be together to the very end.
September 12, 2012 at 10:16 am
I wish tears were worth something because I have a lot of them to donate right now, not just because this is extraordinarily sad (although it is), but because of the amazing people here. I hope we’re enough to ease some of Tashi’s pain. I can’t even imagine how hard this has been for her. I just want to hug her, or say something soothing. Journey well, Kevin. You must have been a wonderful man to be missed by so many, most of whom unfortunately didn’t get a chance to know you.
September 12, 2012 at 10:26 am
Tashi (&c): My love, best wishes, and thoughts are with you. I can’t imagine going through this, or what you have had to do to get through each day. Wash will live on in all of us fat, jealous losers who were touched by your story. You both touched my life, and I am different and better for it. I hope this can be a comfort to you, and I hope your pain may be eased by our love for you and yours. ~Jazzmoth
September 12, 2012 at 10:30 am
The video reminds me of step sister. They did a story on her on that show 60 Minutes. She was diagnosed with Leukemia at age 2 and lived all the way to 16 thinking she was going to die at any time. But the thing is, she was positive and productive constantly. There’s something so strange/sad/wonderful about someone who knows they are going to die- they become emotionally superhuman in some ways. Can you imagine being as relaxed as Tashi and Kevin while facing what they were facing? It’s like something else takes over- it’s really perplexing and amazing to me. I really, really admire the strength that it took to make that video.
September 12, 2012 at 10:39 am
*my* step sister.
I can’t write well today.
September 12, 2012 at 10:41 am
T & K are superhumanly human, as was you stepsister.
I don’t doubt you could be, too, when faced with something profound.
September 12, 2012 at 10:31 am
Is there a mailing address to be had for Tashi. I’d like to send her a small present; aomething that always makes me smile, and that I know would make her smile as well.
September 12, 2012 at 10:34 am
Nevermind – I found it on her blog. Can’t wait to send her a little piece of happiness in the mail. I know she’ll love it.
September 12, 2012 at 10:36 am
Speechless, quiet, fighting the tears
September 12, 2012 at 10:46 am
I am always in awe of folks who go through these experiences. They go through the most heartbreaking, devastating, unimaginable loss of themselves or a loved one and they somehow have the strength and courage to continue to pull through. Tashi has shown more courage in these past few years than I’ve seen in anybody in my lifetime. I admire both Tashi and Wash’s strength and love and I hope they both find the peace they so badly deserve.
September 12, 2012 at 10:56 am
Has a huge sad that makes it damn difficult to see.
September 12, 2012 at 11:02 am
I love you guys!
God keep you safe Kevin
God bless you Tashi
September 12, 2012 at 11:10 am
I lost my only brother to brain cancer, it is a cruel illness that takes our loved ones from us piece by piece, one memory at a time. My heart goes out to Tashi today, and to anyone else who has been touched by the loss of a loved one.
We are here for you, Tashi. If you need us, we are here.
September 12, 2012 at 11:13 am
We should get something trending on Twitter
September 12, 2012 at 11:23 am
I am crying so hard right now. This really is a beautiful and sad thing all around.
Best wishes and lots of love to Tashi.
September 12, 2012 at 11:23 am
Thanks so much for posting the video. As someone who was diagnosed with a form of cancer that’s usually fatal myself, I understand just how important it is for others to accept you and not reject you just because you’re going to die too soon. You don’t get that from a lot of people, that acceptance, because people just don’t want to go there. So to give them a chance to speak and be accepted and thank and say it’s ok to be Takei…awesome. Again, thanks.
September 12, 2012 at 11:29 am
Oh, God. I managed to sit through the entirety of “Grave of the Fireflies” without crying by cracking terrible jokes about pedophilia, but this post caught up to me before I could even think of something wildly inappropriate to say. This is so sad.
September 12, 2012 at 11:35 am
My thoughts are with Tashi and family.
Safe travels, Wash.
September 12, 2012 at 11:40 am
Twitter hashtag:
#leafonthewind
September 12, 2012 at 12:39 pm
Nice!
September 18, 2012 at 6:56 pm
OK, I WAS holding it in… -_-
September 18, 2012 at 6:57 pm
Comment in wrong place. F##K, I hate onions.
September 12, 2012 at 11:41 am
Although I never met Tashi and Wash, I am so so sad to hear the news. I lost a good friend last week to brain cancer and last November my friend’s dad died of brain cancer. I can’t stop crying upon hearing this news.
Safe travels Wash. I hope your TARDIS is big enough on the inside for all the love us FJL are sending with you. Big aggressive internet hugs to you Tashi. I have nothing to send right now but love.
September 12, 2012 at 12:00 pm
I am so, So, very sorry to hear this. *is sobbing at my computer and doesn’t care who sees it*
Best wishes Tashi and safe travels Wash.
September 12, 2012 at 12:30 pm
I’m so sorry to hear this. September 1st was the 18th anniversary of my dad’s death from brain cancer. Fucking cancer.
September 12, 2012 at 12:33 pm
I know it sounds wierd and creepy, but I hope they had the foresight to deep freeze some of Wash’s genetic material for future use…because those two could make some seriously awesome children to carry on his legacy! I send all my best to Tashi, what a loss Wash’s passing is to the world.
September 12, 2012 at 2:01 pm
I think I remember Tashi writing about this on the blog. If I remember correctly, this was not possible, sadly.
I’m so very sorry to read about his passing. But at the same time I’m incredibly happy that he had some amazing hours before with friends and lot of love and the Doctor. I’ve been following their blog since the first mention on regretsy, too and always hoped that, if it can’t be avoided, his end down here would be like this. I’m thinking of the both of you, Wash and Tashi. I really really wish to hug Tashi, it is wonderful but painful at the same time to have such strong emotions for “strangers” on the internet. Even if this story found a sad ending, it showed how much humanity and love there still is on the world, around the whole world, distance not mattering. If love could emit light, I’m sure the globe would be glowing for Wash and Tashi tonight.
September 12, 2012 at 12:33 pm
I can’t find the words to express my sorrow for Tashi and her family. Losing my partner is my biggest fear and I can’t imagine what she’s going through. I wish her all the best and that her pain heals swiftly.
September 12, 2012 at 1:29 pm
Wash, good luck exploring the infinite abyss, and may your travels find you safe and secure on the other side.
Tashi, my heart is breaking for you. All of my love, my dear, and if you ever need anything, let us know.
September 12, 2012 at 1:36 pm
I cried
September 12, 2012 at 2:22 pm
So much.
September 12, 2012 at 1:45 pm
I’ve been following Wash’s journey through Tashi’s eyes via her blog, ever since I became aware of Wash’s fight via Regretsy and Reddit. Yesterday I spent time with some redditors who were holding vigil (online, natch) for Wash’s final hours. I feel Tashi’s loss like Wash were my own dear friend in real life, rather than online.
I’ve been mourning all day.
Allons-y, my dear Wash. Tashi is now The Girl Who Waits to be reunited with you. I wish you both all the adventures that time and space can grant you.
September 12, 2012 at 1:55 pm
I am so sorry for your loss Tashi. I wish you lots of comfort and peace.
September 12, 2012 at 1:58 pm
That is a fantastic job! I’m glad he got to travel in a beautiful Tardis of his very own:) My heart goes out to Tashi, I wish her lots of luck and hugs during this tough time.
September 12, 2012 at 2:13 pm
Here is a song that came to my mind reading the caption. I know it’s a whovian reference and the song is from a game, but in this game you can travel through time to a place called ‘the end of time’, where an old man waits under a lantern and you can chose where to travel from there. I always found it a bit melancholic but very beautiful. I think from now on I always will think of Wash and Tashi when I hear it, too. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xS6gwo7h80A
September 12, 2012 at 2:19 pm
Wholly fuuuuck! No way I can watch that video, I just sobbed my way through this post. Good lord.
September 12, 2012 at 2:22 pm
You are a leaf on the wind, Kevin. You’re not falling. You’re flying.
September 18, 2012 at 6:59 pm
“Watch how I soar” *loses it again
September 12, 2012 at 2:35 pm
I’ve got to imagine some very confused future archeologist will discover Wash’s TARDIS and be completely, wonderfully confused by it. And I’m sure Wash would be pleased by that reaction.
September 18, 2012 at 7:00 pm
NEED MOAR THUMBS
September 12, 2012 at 2:47 pm
Lots of Love Kevin and Tashi.
September 12, 2012 at 3:02 pm
Fuck. Some news sucks even when you know it’s coming. I’ve follwed Tashi’s blog since the post for the Tardis Urn & the rally for donations. I can’t imagine what that poor girl will do now, but my God her strength in coping with the shitstorm raining down during all of this has been Hurculean.
I know it doesn’t really need to be said, but for God’s sake – if you haven’t already donated & you’re in a position to help … even tomorrow’s latte money … It’ll all add up to help a fellow FJL with some crazy medical bills & funeral expenses while she’s trying to figure out the rest of her life. Even if you gave during the first push a few months ago, maybe you have another $5 or $10? That link at the top of the post ain’t there just for fun!
September 12, 2012 at 3:30 pm
Cancer sucks…dying sucks…there’s no denying it. It’s really wonderful to be reminded that there are still so many awesome people out there who are willing to help total strangers, out of the goodness of their hearts.
This is why I haven’t lost faith in people. This is why I love the Internet. There is so much positive energy to go around and it’s rarely spoken of.
Thank you to Helen and Bronc and everyone who went out of their way to brighten the lives of this couple; you’ve inspired me beyond words.
September 12, 2012 at 3:43 pm
I’m very, very sorry.
God and FSM bless you both.
September 12, 2012 at 3:54 pm
Vale, Wash.
September 12, 2012 at 4:04 pm
Motherfucker. I *had* to donate to these guys, because I saw so much of myself and my own partner in them. Now I can’t stop crying. I’m so sorry to hear about Wash’s passing. Thank you, April, for boosting the signal, and letting us know how we can help Tashi.
September 12, 2012 at 4:20 pm
It’s 2.15 AM here, and I’m sitting at my computer, bawling my eyes out. Both because it’s so unfair that such a good person had to die and because you are such amazing people. My heart goes out to Tashi. <:'(
September 12, 2012 at 4:35 pm
This has left me both heartbroken and heartened.
Tashi, this may seem like cold comfort now, but you have shown yourself to be such a strong and capable person. I hope you can find some pride in the way you have coped, and you find the opportunity now to give yourself an emotional break. You are amazing.
Whilst there are FJLs, Whovians and other nerds around, you will never walk alone. My best wishes to you, to Wash, and to those who doubtless will turn to you for support.
September 12, 2012 at 4:44 pm
I cannot bear to watch the video. Kevin reminded me of my father who was also a Whovian and also died of cancer. Cancer and Whovians are common enough that I am sure some of the rest of you are feeling the same way. I read this story and remember irrationally hoping that…that Kevin would live forever, I guess? This is all fucking awful but I am so so glad their story made its way to all of us. Thank you, Helen.
September 12, 2012 at 5:35 pm
([_]) sad face
September 12, 2012 at 6:46 pm
I don’t de-lurk for just any old thing ya know…
To the amazing woman, Tashi, my heart is breaking for you.
I can only vaguely imagine the immensity of this time for you.
Just know, all over the world, hearts are united in grief for your loss.
I also wanted to say, to all the FJL out there in cyberland: YOU ROCK! in the geekiest, coolest, bestest way possible!
To our leaders in fuckery *bows*… Helen and Bronc – Curse you!! just when I had almost removed all faith in humanity…
(Love from a Whovian & FJL local to Karen Gillan’s home town.)
September 12, 2012 at 6:59 pm
As a life-long Whovian and geek(long before either was socially acceptable, especially for girls), I wish Tashi peace. And Wash, may you have many adventures while you wait for your true companion to join you.
To quote the First Doctor before he regenerated “One day I shall come back. Yes, I shall come back. Until then, there must be no regrets, no tears, no anxieties. Just go forward in all your beliefs and prove to me that I am not mistaken in mine.”
September 12, 2012 at 8:11 pm
Makes it so much more real to see the video. Tashi, I am just so sorry. This didn’t happen to me, yet it feels so personal, like we all feel this loss. I am so sorry.
September 12, 2012 at 10:38 pm
you know, that before the internet people like wash and Tashi would have been dealing with this tragedy all by themselves, with perhaps little support, both financial and emotional. Wow it struck me hard when i was watching the video that tashi is thanking mostly complete strangers who she may never meet. Complete strangers who cared enough to help.
What a wonderful world.
September 13, 2012 at 4:57 am
Damn you Regretsy for making me shed such manly tears.
September 13, 2012 at 4:59 am
…aaaaand neither of the two pics I posted came through. Let’s try again, with 20% less stupid URL mistake this time.
September 13, 2012 at 8:29 am
People have asked me why I love Regretsy and am so involved with it. I shared this, and explained that this is a prime example of why.
Tashi, my heart breaks for you and my heart soars for Wash. If I could hug you or offer you any tangible form of comfort, I would. But as it is, i pray for you and send you love.
September 13, 2012 at 8:52 am
There is something wrong with my eyes! They seem to be leaking!!!
September 13, 2012 at 9:54 am
Seriously – this is why I read this site.
Not just because it makes me feel superior to all the morons on Etsy (though it does). Not just because I get a laugh out of it. It’s because this community goes all-out to help people like this and makes their lives that much better. I cry almost every time I see you helping these people who so need it, and cried buckets over this one.
RIP, sir. May the Tardis take you wherever you want to go.
September 13, 2012 at 9:58 am
The amount of bravery required to keep it together like that is beyond my realm of comprehension. My wish for you Tashi is that your love keeps you strong, and that you’re surrounded by as much love in your real life as you have from us Strangers On The Internet.
September 13, 2012 at 10:06 am
As a Whovian and a fan of this site, I have been touched by this story since the beginning. My crappy day is in perspective now, thank you frackin’ much. And now I have had to explain this story to my co-workers so they understand why I am leaking all over my desk. But on the bright side, they all think you guys are amazing and I think I’ve indoctrinated some new slaves to Killer’s army of assholes. You all give me hope for this bleak planet full of human hair cozies, enema paintings and menstrual artists. Shine on, you heartless bastards, shine on! Tardis love all around!
September 13, 2012 at 1:43 pm
I can’t even imagine losing my wife and I cannot wait to get home to kiss and hug her.
September 13, 2012 at 1:44 pm
And our deepest sympathies for your loss.
September 13, 2012 at 2:22 pm
Sad to hear the news, but happy to donate what I can. I lost my best mate, fellow fanboy, and online RPG partner to the double-whammy of AIDS & brain-cancer about four and a half years back. I never had the chance to hang out with him in person, but he remains one of the most influential people in my life thus far. I’ve felt closer to many so-called “strangers” on the internet than friends I’ve made IRL. The outpouring of support here only goes to show that we don’t have to meet someone face-to-face for them to make a truly profound impact on us.
September 14, 2012 at 2:18 pm
The video was actually beautiful and sweet and worth watching. Lovely people. I’ll be over here sniffling.
Fly true, Wash.
September 18, 2012 at 8:46 pm
“She’s tore up plenty, but she’ll fly true.”
I’ll be over here cutting onions.
(Yinz KNOW how much I HATE onions.)
September 26, 2012 at 12:00 pm
Seeing all of this unfold was so beautiful and tragic and wonderful. I am so glad that this lovely community was able to do some good.
I am 27 and currently undergoing treatment for what I have been told is terminal cancer, but there have been a few people to recover in this situation, and as yet I refuse to accept that I might not be one of them.
I have an amazing partner who gave up his PHD to care for me, and I’d love to get something made as a gift for him if I could every think of anything! But I just wanted to say that it is lovely to know there are people out there who would do something nice, just because.
I love you FJL.
And yes, I am on morphine.