I have just had a phone call from Helen. She is at the hospital now and it is very bad news. That is all she could say but she asked me to let you know.
That is heartrendering and I know you all feel shocked. I had hoped like you all have that it was all a big mistake. I know some of you have known Helen for a very long time, and I hope we will all be able to give her the support she is going to need. Thank you for letting us know the devastating news.
Thank you for letting us know Sylvia. It still comes as such a shock, you always believe(or hope)that things will turn out okay. It is difficult to find the right words to show support and love to friends who find their world turned upside down. I will be thinking about Helen, Alan and their loved ones and hope they know I care.