In memory of my elder sister, Corinne Grace Joiner, nee Handover, who died peacefully in her sleep at 7am yesterday, UK time.
The following video was sent to me a few days ago by John Hurlburt before me hearing the sad news of my sister’s graceful release from extreme dementia. The video seemed a most fitting tribute to Corinne who was a loving friend to me for well over 60 years.
Published on May 5, 2012
Video by Scott Mckinley Productions, Produced for Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation for Ad campaign. Licensed music by Kenny G.. This short video won Best of Category at the International Wildlife Film Festival in Missoula Montana! The majority was shot on location in Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park and The National Elk Refuge in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Learning from Dogs 
Paul I am thinking about you at this sad time for your family. May she now be at Peace. A wonderful tribute.
Love and Blessings Sue
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And love and blessings returned, Sue.
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I’m very sorry for your loss…
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Thank you so much for your thoughts.
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Reblogged this on odusboiblogs.
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Beautiful film and nice tribute.
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Thank you, dear Sir.
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A great tribute.
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Thank you, Alex.
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Lovely tribute to Corinne; may she find her ‘pot ‘o gold’.
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Dear Wen, thank you.
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Just a reflection. It’s a little after 3.30pm this Sunday afternoon. Just come in to my ‘office’; been shifting newly cut logs before the forecast rains arrive and read the many comments and noted all the ‘Likes’. The way we all connect through this virtual world of blogging is very precious. The dogs know that there’s been an emotional loss in my life. They are even more attentive than normal. Pharaoh has just come in to the room and rubbed his head against my leg. Your connections, dear readers, are as real and comforting as that furry head.
Thank you.
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Paul,
Those that know you will know will appreciate the gentleness of the video with your lovely sister in mind.
Love to your Mum and family.
Bob
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Thank you so much, Bob. Let’s speak next time you are in the UK. Fly safely, Paul
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Dear Paul, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your elder sister. I know how stressful you found her condition and how much it made you worry about your own health. I therefore hope the knowledge that this has has brought her suffering to an end will compensate for the loss of a sibling, which must surely be more keenly felt than the loss of any pet (although that is bad enough).
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Thank you, Martin. Your words join the others who have been so generous in their compassion.
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My condolences, Paul. I am very sorry to hear of her passing.
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Jeremy, thank you.
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Thoughts to you Paul and your family for your loss. Even though it is a release we must cope with missing them. All my best to you, Ruth.
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Dear Ruth, you are so right. Coming to terms with the loss of Corinne is going to be hard for family and her numerous friends. Very hard.
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