My sincerest condolences. Judging by the man you grew up to be, I have no doubt that your mother was a great person. RIP.
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Prayers For JMJ And Family
- Thread starter Jay Terrien
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Everybody:
You are so kind to me. I am deeply grateful. My family has always been very close, and now, only my sister and I remain. Grief has certainly overtaken us, but we will climb through it.
My mom battled multiple myeloma, a very aggressive cancer of the blood plasma. The diagnosis was confirmed on the day of the last NIN show ever on September 10th, which created a particularly intense emotional ride. Since that show, my sister and I have been our mom's nurses, advocates, and helpers, particularly as she became more ill, and less able to communicate.
It was the biggest challenge of my life. Particularly the last 48 hours of her life. She passed away at midnight, November 1st.
Now, as I work on the process of this, I find incredible solace in music. Doing a few sessions this week, perhaps selfishly, but I find them immensely therapeutic.
Anyways, I'll probably not be writing on here as often for a while. Regardless, the outpouring of support from you people is heavy duty for me. I thank you and bow to you.
Justin
You are so kind to me. I am deeply grateful. My family has always been very close, and now, only my sister and I remain. Grief has certainly overtaken us, but we will climb through it.
My mom battled multiple myeloma, a very aggressive cancer of the blood plasma. The diagnosis was confirmed on the day of the last NIN show ever on September 10th, which created a particularly intense emotional ride. Since that show, my sister and I have been our mom's nurses, advocates, and helpers, particularly as she became more ill, and less able to communicate.
It was the biggest challenge of my life. Particularly the last 48 hours of her life. She passed away at midnight, November 1st.
Now, as I work on the process of this, I find incredible solace in music. Doing a few sessions this week, perhaps selfishly, but I find them immensely therapeutic.
Anyways, I'll probably not be writing on here as often for a while. Regardless, the outpouring of support from you people is heavy duty for me. I thank you and bow to you.
Justin
JMJ, a response like the one you gave just shows taking the time to send you our prayers is worth all the time. You are a big influence to me, and bassist of my generation.
May she rest in peace, and know we as a community will always be here for you.
May she rest in peace, and know we as a community will always be here for you.
Man I'm so sorry for your loss. You probably don't remember me but we've had some conversations through PM.
I don't have words for you brother, other than know that she is in a better place now.
I don't have words for you brother, other than know that she is in a better place now.
In good times and bad, bassists always stick together and support each other. My most sincere condolences on the loss of your mother.
I've been out of town and just saw this. I'm very sorry for your loss, Justin. One thing I've learned at these times--don't worry about something possibly looking selfish. Everyone has to deal with grief in their own way. Do what you must, and take all the time you need.
- Jun 16, 2005
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Justin,
for what its worth, i lost my mother earlier this year in eerily similar circumstances. i know what you are going through. there are no great musicians who are not also great human beings, and great human beings all have one thing in common: great parents who raised them right. be proud of your mother every day for raising an amazing son. i was sitting right where you are just a few months ago, so if there is anything i can do don't hesitate to ask.
-jason
for what its worth, i lost my mother earlier this year in eerily similar circumstances. i know what you are going through. there are no great musicians who are not also great human beings, and great human beings all have one thing in common: great parents who raised them right. be proud of your mother every day for raising an amazing son. i was sitting right where you are just a few months ago, so if there is anything i can do don't hesitate to ask.
-jason
So sorry to hear this Justin. Be patient with yourself and the those that loved her. Grief is a process that requires patience, support, and understanding before there can be peaceful acceptance. Good vibes coming from a little ways down the 405. 
Condolences to you and your family......it is great that you where there with her... music is great therapy for you and those you perform for....
