Some of you know that I had a catering job today and decided not to cancel it, instead choosing to do a really strange, extreme version of people-die-and-then-we-make-food. The menu was big and labor-intensive; I asked friends to come help me achieve it all, and they did--my kitchen was full of people into the night, and we got it all done. It was great to cook, it seemed like just the right thing.
Today I arrived at the job with food for 100 people, only to discover that...the party is not on May 1. It's May 31. So--if you're in the Bay Area, please come over tonight to eat food. It's 256 Hartford Street, from 5:00 pm or so.
I can't imagine a more perfect way to have people over to remember her.
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Sarah—
Keno Rider here. I'm posting because I don't have your e-mail. My deepest condolences. I just got an e-mail from Daniel Talbott. I'm floored because I had no idea your mom was even ill. I was in NYC in January for a screening and got a call from her just before that she wasn't feeling well, but I had no idea it was anything serious.
Please forward any info to me at karpa@verizon.net.
Janet was a great lady and you were very lucky to have her for a mom.
Love, Keno
I'll come over, with Felix and Milo. I want to give you a hug, Jennifer.
i'm sure you didn't mean for it to be funny, but i'm sorry (my ward sardonic (?) sense of humor), kicked in & i'm cracking up.. i want to come too, but will wait until later.. love you soooo much, sharon
I wish I could come hug on you and eat your food. *Love*
-cathy
As one of the people who helped make the food, I think this is a hilarious and beautiful way to have a wake, a small unexpected gift that leavens the tragedy just a little bit.
When we lost my grandparents we were always so grateful for keeping our senses of humor. I'm glad to see your family works the same way.
Hey, Jennifer. We called John's ex-wife, who adored your mom almost as much as we did, and left a message for her regarding the gathering tonight. She's over in Berkeley and hopefully will be able to make it over.
My deepest condolences to Jenn, Sarah , Clancy and everyone else. I told Janet that as long as we were all around, she would continue to be with us. She very much is.
I'm on the East Coast and this all unfolded so fast, I didn't even see you out here. I wish I could come by for food, but hope to see you in person in SF next week and in NYC for the memorial. I'm thinking of all of you: I've heard so much of your mom over the years, and you're the family-est people I know. Love.
Sharon wrote earlier about her memories of Janet, we talked about the special times of being at Grandma Wards and her proud recollections of Janet winning Miss Lincoln City or was it county? And then her runner up in Miss Oregon. Through my life it has been a bragging point! Thank you to all those who have shared their memories and although it will be sad when this blog will end I will always keep these stories close to my heart. I type and I drink my favorite wine and wish I could have girlie wine dates with Janet, maybe someday Clancy, Jen or Sarah will stop by in Oregon and we will toast JANET!
I am sorry that I will not be able to attend any of the memorials for this amazing woman. Janet had planned to visit Paris last fall, coincidentally near the time of my move here. She offered to meet me in a jazz bar, and I proposed to introduce her to my favorite aperitif, the kir royale. But, as Janet later told me, "That one didn't work out," and she didn't come. So this weekend I will find a jazz club, order this magnificent champagne cocktail, and JANET WILL BE HERE. As she will continue to be for all of us.
hi jen,
what a bummer I'm not closer cause I would have been there for the feast. I would so love to eat your food. I'm sure it was good therapy and meaning behind all that cooking right now. It is truly so hard to be so far away from all of you. I talked to your cousin today in NYC, who has also lived in Denmark. Small world. I of course have enjoyed memories of the times we had together- my first trip to the Glendale galleria was with you! Choir tur, youth group, thanksgivings and more. I so enjoy seeing pics of you guys on jecaly. Would love to get in touch. My email is dkusa@dahl.mail.dk. Blessings during this hard time. I think of you constantly in these days. Love Melissa
wonderful how life throws you these special moments at just the right time. love that......
That is so funny.Interesting things have been happening to me too..One of my supervisors at work learned that a close frined of mine had passed and she brought me a sunflower to work the next day...I remebered that Janet loved Sunflowers. It was the weirdest coincidence...Kristin did not know Janet at all and yet somehow a sunflower showed up...I know Janet is looking after all of us and smiling.
Love
Bernadette
yes, that was my smileyest 9(is that a newe word) moment today! i wish i was on the west coast and hungry. nevertheless, i will be in NYC for the 20th.
love to all,
polly
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