(by Mark) The return to the UK should have been a time of happiness, catching up and enjoying company with family and close friends. Unfortunately, as I'm sure most are aware, it was not the return we expected. On 21st of October my Mum passed away peacefully in Cransley Hospice, Kettering. She'd been unwell for a while, but nothing that was diagnosed as or thought of as anything serious. She went for a scan two weeks before this at Kettering hospital and was admitted, diagnosed with a brain tumour, not to return home. It was a massive shock for both her family and friends. The suddenness left an air of disbelief about what was happening. Right to near the end she was chatting with and texting friends, still planning for the future. I am so grateful
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