Loss is a unique journey for each of us. My mom passed last August. I still think to myself that i must call her to tell her about the snowstorm on the way, or the job interview I had, or 100 other things i want to share with her. I hope the memories of times spent with your mom will be a comfort to you now.❤

Mothers NEVER leave us. They just slip out of sight We become their vehicle Thank you for sharing Much love xxxxx

@WWZenaDo

4 ай бұрын

That's beautiful, and so true. ❤️

@simonelefebvre2523

4 ай бұрын

I love this!!

So sorry for your loss, Tony. I lost my mother many years ago, and still think of her often.

@suzannemoodhe927

4 ай бұрын

Dear Tony, sending wishes of peace and hoping you are well. Thank you for being here for us. We appreciate you so much.

@simonelefebvre2523

4 ай бұрын

Me too.😢❤

Thanks for sharing, Tony. No one whose lost a loved one will fault you for honouring your mum and acknowledging your loss. All the best to you and your family. 🖤

This does feel like a welcoming, supportive community. Condolences to you and your loved one.

So sorry for your loss. Grieving, I find, is an opportunity to review the relationship I had with the person who has died. My mom died in 2014 at 83 and I still learn from her, knowing exactly what she would say in any situation, and I see things that I just know she would enjoy. The jokes she would crack about current events. Rich memories. I hope you find many memories to bring both comfort and laughter.

ghost stories are unsettling. simultaneously comforting. as are human disembodied voices telling stories. as a hippie kid in the 60s, i listened to late night radio. then, the personalities were not so brash or 'entertaining' as now, but darker. there was a sense of sharing the stillness and the dark of late, late night where the rules of midday lessened their grip. i listened to dick sommers (boston area) who played folk music, which was much moodier then than these corporate days. plenty of magic was allowed. there was even a telephone number that you could call, regardless of the hour, to hear a five minute poem (?). i remember calling at 3:30 am, and hearing a busy signal. we were a community then. which we no longer are. thanks for being there.

@evelanpatton

4 ай бұрын

I love finding the old radio archives. I wish the radio airwaves were not allowed to go conglomerate but stayed localized, community connected, cultural diverse, & unique in programming options- luckily we have KZread & people like Tony Walker’s Ghost Story Podcast (&etc.) but I too believe we as a culture are missing significant opportunities to CONNECT. There is so much money to be made in divisiveness & contentious content because “fear gets attention” & advertisers want the listeners attention & they pay, so the listener, the audience, the radio DiscJockey, the afternoon play, mystery theater, spoken word poetry, & the live show format is just “priceless”- literally. It’s sad & shows just how dis-eased our cult-u-re is when quarterly profits mean more than NATIONAL COMMUNITY INVESTMENT in ENRICHED LIVES through technology, engineering, science, entertainment, education, & infrastructure. (Sorry for the novella- it’s a personal habit.) Quick text comment: I relate & it’s also part of why I love Tony’s Channel so much!) Cheers!

@janaswad2209

3 ай бұрын

Wow what an interesting story! I was really drawn in to the whole scene and mood of your experience with late night radio. Fascinating!! Thank you for sharing part of your life. ❤

@alison155

3 ай бұрын

Yes.. thank you both.. i was bring up the rear of the hippy age with having older sisters and brother.. ❤

Sorry for your loss Tony. My mother passed 14 months ago. I share your grief.

Tony, I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my Mom about 7 years ago and there’s hardly a week goes by that I don’t think about her.

Chilling story, thank wou. And I'm so sorry for your loss xxx

Bless you Tony. I’m new to the channel but not to the pain. I lost my mother two years ago she was 98. She was one of the best things that ever happened to me in my life!!! so I know exactly this pain I’m praying for u. If I cud reach across from the United States and take a part of it and carry it for you I would.

Oh, Tony! I’m very sorry to hear of your loss. I’m glad your mom loved her life & that she didn’t regret anything! I live with my senior parent now, & so I remember, that before you & Shelia moved into your new home, you moved back in with your mom for a bit. I recall you did some readings there & I remember feeling like she was a part of this Channel then. It is true that death can bring you closer. When my grandpa passed last year, my mom & her sisters really began to be there for each other more & now they talk almost everyday. I think there are gifts in the life/death/life cycle, for those who stay on this side. Thank you for being an example of an open, honest, & sharing human; you give MUCH of your self & your talents- as a psych-nurse, a writer, a storyteller, & a family man; your mix is very distinctive & unique. It creates a loyal fans/virtual-friend dynamic. The world needs more realness & connection & you bring that to your podcast/channel. I believe we get what we give & we give what we get- so THANKs to your mom for raising a successfully integrated, GLOBAL community contributor. May you & your families hearts be held in a sacred space as you grieve the loss & celebrate with the living. What a gift life is. 💜 💟☸️☯️☮️🕉️ PS I am going to like this video because I REALLY ENJOYED this elusive Fay story! In fact, a couple of my favorite stories you have read were written by you & “speak” of the FAY. 🧟‍♀️🧚🏿‍♀️🧝🏻‍♂️🧝🏽🧟🧚🏻🧝🏿‍♀️🧚🏻‍♂️🧟‍♂️ Thank you. 🙏🏼👣📖🗣️🧠🫀🫁

@ClassicGhost

4 ай бұрын

Well remembered about me living with her again briefly while we were waiting to move in here

I heard the sorrow in your voice. Thank you for sharing it. May something of my soul reach out across the Atlantic and give you a comforting little embrace. (I understand the British aren't that much into hugging but, there ya go.)

@craigoliver8712

4 ай бұрын

You are misinformed we love a hug,it isn't all cups of tea,stiff upper lips+a brief handshake for those close to us,like I'm sure not all Americans shoot anything that moves

@waltercook4868

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for giving me a nice hearty chuckle to start the day.@@craigoliver8712

@ludovica8221

4 ай бұрын

@@craigoliver8712 well we used to love a hug before covid.

Your are the best. I hope one day my two sons feel the same warm thoughts for me. Love is precious Time is precious. God bless you and your brother. Glad you told us about your mom.

Dearest Tony Walker, my heartfelt condolences, I know that you will cherish your precious memories of your mother for the rest of your days, she will always be in your heart, no one can ever take that from you. I lost my mother in 1989, time doesn't really ease that kind of loss but we go on don't we, my friend? What else can we do... Much love and kindness to you. Sincerely, Den ✨

I found that story very compelling and thoroughly enjoyed it. When I listen to you, I’m always lying in the dark and I do feel as if I’m listening to a friend. Thank you.

Dear Tony I am very sorry to hear about your mom passing away and your loss. Thank you for sharing all the details about your life with us and you are right, it does feel like friendship. The feeling of being connected, even though we don't know each other, is precious and your stories were more than once comforting, both the literally and the personal once. I've been following the podcast for several years now and it's just great that so many positive things result from it. Also, we have two small dogs and it always makes me laugh to hear what mischief yours are up to and to draw comparisons (no holes in the wall but mine chewes anything not guarded and made out of plastic).

Your mother was secure in the knowledge of your love, and that means the world. My own mom is in her late 80s and we are very close, so my heart goes out to you. Sending comfort from across the pond. 💕

Sincere condolences for your loss. No apologies needed for wanting to share your thoughts, a warm Cwtch, as we say in Wales, is coming your way. Many thanks for another great story, beautifully told.x

Very sorry to hear of your loss, Tony. Remember the good times.

I am so sorry for your loss, May she rest in peace. I enjoy your personal stories, it makes me feel closer to you and I am your friend. I enjoy your podcast, please keep it going.

An absolute favourite! I can see the whole thing in my mind, just like a movie.

Tony, you and I were both lucky to have our moms well into our adulthood. It's been 5 years and I still want to speak to her weekly at least. Soon, but not soon enough, the memories will bring joy rather than pain. It's good you and your brother have reconnected. Walk your dogs and love your children, you will get through this hard time.

Love the Friday evening uploads perfect start to my weekend Thank you Tony for all your hard work

Thanks so much for all the wonderful stories and chats, I probably enjoy the chats even more than the stories and definitely regard you as a friend, I’m so sorry for your loss and very moved at how much you loved and were loved by your dear Mum- who was also blessed to have such a talented and beloved son ❤️🌼🌺🌹

You've honoured her well, Tony. A life well lived.

LOVED this story, so wish we had these canals here in the States. We have "War Canoes"- used to be a camp ranger and lead the Eagle Scouts on War Canoe trips from one end of Catalina Channel Island to another. Loved that, too. Thanks, Tony

@nnervecenter

4 ай бұрын

War Canoes! I’ve only heard that term in the lyrics of a Michael Hurley song - which is also incredibly haunting - The Rue Of Ruby Wh*res

@StalinLovsMsmZioglowfagz

4 ай бұрын

@@nnervecenter Huh, I'll check it out! Thanks!

My condolences. Love your work.

So sorry for your loss....

Heartfelt condolences Tony 💐 A lovely tribute. I really enjoyed this story and always appreciate your following commentary and ‘ramblings’. Cool remix of your intro/outro score 😎

Hi Tony Wonderful story & told beautifully. I am so so sorry to hear about your mum’s death. My mum died when I was in my thirties & she’s always with me in memories of passed advice & lived experience, take great care 🕯️

This one really stays with you, I first read it years ago and very happy to have found it again. Thank you!

@ClassicGhost

4 ай бұрын

You're very welcome!

@christinejohnson3238

4 ай бұрын

On the subject of finding a story again Tony, I wonder if I could drop you a private message regarding one I’d dearly like to find again?

@ClassicGhost

4 ай бұрын

you could classicghostpodcast@gmail.com

wonderful story tony as usual so sorry for your loss nothing wrong with hugs amongst friends : ) x

I'm thinking of you and yours, during a difficult time 💜

Deepest condolences, Tony. Support and kindness to you and yours during this time.

Lovely to hear from you with this weird tale I loved it. What a lovely tribute to your late mum. She would be very proud of you and your work and yes, losing someone close is a big deal, massive. Take good care .I wish you well.

Excellent tale, Tony and well narrated. I greatly appreciate having these stories to give a listen. Condolences to you and your family. I lost my mother 15 years ago. I see her in the cardinals and other birds; the frogs; the snakes; in hand thrown pottery; in pennies from heaven...the things in which she took great joy. May you be similarly blessed.

Tony, may you be comforted by memories and love. ❤ I was 60 years old when my Dad died, I feel very blessed that we had him that long. My Mom said she'd stay 5 more years then it will be her time. She misses my Dad so much. 😢

You are so lucky to have had a mother who loved you, and I'm deeply sorry for your loss.

Thank you so much for recording this! It’s an often overlooked story, not frequently anthologized, and I’d only found one recording previous to this one. Yours is much better!

Very sorry for you loss, Tony. Your voice, the stories you tell, and your thoughtful musings are a great comfort to your many listeners, so I hope that this community you've created can reciprocate by bringing some small comfort to you as well. I also enjoyed the excellent story. It reminded me a bit of Blackwood's "The Willows."

Dear Tony, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. Mine died when I was 24, so I have been many years without her. It seems wonderful to me that you managed to hang onto yours for much longer. I am happy that you were able to say goodbye and let her know you loved her. I am sure she was proud of you. Sad, but as you say, there's no other option for any of us. Thank you for telling us.

Hi Tony thanks for yet another great story. I recall having seen a TV version some years back, it certainly was very well written and strange. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I too have recently lost my mother in early December and had to wait over a month to hold the funeral which made things even harder. She had enjoyed good health for many years and passed at 102 which was a great age, but she is still greatly missed. Like your mother she was always took every opportunity to tell and show me how much she loved me, which I hope I reciprocated. Thanks again for your continuing stories which I greatly enjoy.

Thank you! Your hard work is truly appreciated. You are an excellent narrator/story teller/voice actor. I do enjoy learning about the authors & insight into the stories that you do at the end. I feel like a kiss up, I just intended to write "thanks". Well, there is the extended version 😂

@ClassicGhost

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the extended version. :)

@alexiswilliamsinc

4 ай бұрын

We can just reserve this as the kiss up section. 😅 “Thank you!” was also the first of many phrases bubbling to the surface again after my few listens to Tony’s podcast. Well, after I edit out the, “My God!” reactions. 🤦🏽‍♀️ I’ll just settle for this one particular thank you for the unique, unfailing love Tony has shared with us for his mom, that for - reasons - I really needed to hear about tonight. We are blessed to be included in celebrating Margaret Walker’s life - and it’s only fitting that we celebrate and mourn along with Tony as we are able, since her legacy continues in his own. -- I take up the legacy of the dead So our lives Combined Comprise The one and same eternity ❤️‍🩹

Am sorry for your loss. Yes she is listening to you, I love you too son she says. She will visit you in dreams she says. ❤

One of my faves 👌

@ClassicGhost

4 ай бұрын

Nice to see you

@violetfemme411

4 ай бұрын

Hey Jasper! Nice to see you here 💜

Ah, Tony. No, we've never met in this life, and no, we are not going to, except through this faerie invention of internet---but I have tears down my cheeks at your sharing. I'm older than you, my Mother left this Earth in 2006. And many other friends and relatives are on "the other side" as it's known---just this month my husband's younger brother died. I'm grateful you felt you could share her passing with us, your audience---and I do feel like you're a friend. Many mystic things happen around important deaths, as I'm sure you already know from your own life experiences. Personally, I have no doubts about a Hereafter---a beautiful and good Here-after, where all becomes clear to us, through love. I loved this story and shame on me, had never even heard of this author until this very night, listening to your excellent reading of it. It is a disturbing tale indeed and lures us in with homey details. I was intrigued when you mentioned having recently read John Keel's book about Mothman and the Men In Black occurrences back in 1966-67 or so. I've been to The Mothman Festival in Point Pleasant, WV~!! Yes I have, back in the year 2009 or so. I'm so happy to know that your storytelling is supporting you more and more---it's what I hoped would happen. You've worked hard for it and deserve it. God Bless you and all your family (and I agree with you about dogs, although I was very put out with our Sheltie tonight and had to take him on an extra walk in pouring rain and winter darkness. There's a pond not too far---and I could hear the wild geese honking and making a terribly fuss ~ it unnerved me a great deal. I hurried home, and now everyone is warm and tucked in) and now Good Night.

Lost my mum in 2019 after a 2 year battle with pancreatic cancer. I still choke up when I think of her. My condolences.

I liked this story even more than usual, but it's probably more important to send condolences than praise. Your mom sounds like a wonderful person, and I'm glad she could be with you for so long. My best to you and yours!

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope you and your loved ones are able to find comfort and peace in the days ahead. Your show has been a companion in some difficult times for me and I'm sure many others. I hope that we're able to be a companion to you as well. ❤

Always was a good son to her she is proud 😊

Oh dear dear Tony, it's clear you were blessed with a wonderful and gifted mum, because those qualities shine through in you - that's easy to hear - even on a KZread channel!

What an outpouring of love you have received from us all. I'm sorry for your loss Tony. Rest in peace Margaret. A life well loved is a wonderful legacy and something for all of us to aspire to. You mentioned previously you were a theist, so I hope it's not an intrusion to say praying for God's comfort for you and clarity of mind, to deal with all of the unfortunate admin that will follow. Peace x

Listening to your stories while working at home. Lost my mom New Year so understand how you are feeling and we have to keep their memories alive. We have 4 greyhounds, good for folk with allergies as shed very little. Just saying! 😊

It is a big moment when you loose your mum. Death is not a topic we discuss much, it is something we should all acknowledge and, perhaps not normalise but, certainly learn to be more verbal about. I reckon your mum would be thrilled you have mentioned her on your podcast. Love and peace to you and your kin.

Dear Tony, Please accept my condolences, ~ I'm sure Everyone here knows, That You weren't in any way "Fishing" for Anything (hugs, ,likes etc..) You were Honoring your Mum, who must have had a good and strong Character, to have raised decent Gentlemen, like yourself. ( Good Parenting is a kind of Art -Form.) By the by it's always seemed as though a good friend has been reading to me and Jasper Mutt, We have been busy listening to your uploads,~ and they've been appreciated most gratefully. Especially while the pneumonia , coughs, colds, covids and infuenzas have had the run of the place!! Your 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Narrations Plus, your 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Choice of Authors along with the 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 choice of Tales , ~These have helped conserably during a rather dfifficult time. ~Thank You so Much,~ ❤ Namasté 🙏🕊️ 🕊️🕊️ Andréa, Jasper and the rest of the Critters.. ..XxX...❤

So sorry about the loss of your Mother. I always feel mine with me. I read her eulogy in Church. It was hard, but I clearly heard her in my head, telling me to speak up and get on with it. She was that kind of person. I bet your Mum is quite chuffed to be reading all these comments. 😉

Thank you for sharing your sad news, Tony. Like most here, I eagerly followed the updates on your mum's health and wellbeing. My deepest condolences to you and your family. You've honoured your mum beautifully.

Condolences on the loss of your mum. I lost mine 2 years ago. It’s so painful, though it has eased a bit, which I hope for you. I loved this story! In Greek mythology the ferryman on the river Styx in the underworld was named Charon-pronounced with a hard K-and I can’t help but wonder if Sharon was evocative of that. The tension and increased menace is exquisitely drawn. Thank you!

I wanted to also say, that I really enjoyed this story. I’ve never come across another quite like it. I couldn’t help being amused by the thought of the Lorelei of the canals was called “Sharyn”. Times change. I imagined her as being a kind of Jenny Green Teeth in disguise. A shape shifter, a Skriker. Thank you for thinking of us as friends, I’m sure many of us feel so about you; if we met in person, we’d love to sit and share news over a coffee or a drink It’s so nice to listen sometimes and feel “I know exactly what you mean.” Take care Tony. ☕️🫖🍪🍰

A mother shaped hole in the heart is one of the hardest to fill. Thank you for the stories, and thank you for sharing your humanity.

My Heartfelt Condolences On the Loss of Your Mother. Mine passed at a young 55 in 1996. She had her own, benevolent, fae-like ways, and I get the bulk of my sense of Magick in the World from Her.❤

Such a perfect tribute to your mother Tony ❤. The story was perfect timing the way it appeared in book club again in January....

I know how grief can kind of hit you out of nowhere sometimes like a freak wave on a calm sea. They get a bit smaller over time but never really stop. Much love to you and yours.

My sincere condolences to you and your family. I feel very sad for you all. (Right now it's hard to even type the right words, mostly because my very large cat is rearranging my hair do quite aggressively, and definitely because no words can change things for you). You're such a trooper, keeping the stories coming. I admire your dedication to this/us; sometimes work helps. A lot. Take care Tony.

Mate all I can say is it gets easier, but it still catches you out years later. She will always be alive in your memories.

A beautiful tribute, Tony. Wishing you peace. ❤

Sorry to hear about your mother Tony. I have experienced 3 types of loss. One drew family together. The other drove family apart. The last shattered me. I hope you are mainly experiencing the first. As much that is possible, I wish you well through this part of your life.

@ClassicGhost

4 ай бұрын

Thank you . You take care too

Maragaret Walk nee Fell: your son loves you and you are so proud of him. Bless both of you. Loss is so personal but it's one of the things that can make even strangers connect in the quiet.

So sorry for your loss, Tony! Please accept our deepest condolences and sympathies. Prayers for your mom, you, your family, and friends. Your mother did a heck of a job and raised a wonderful person. What a lady! Apologize for the delay in sending condolences. My aunt passed on Thursday and we were taking care of her with hospice the last few weeks. May the lord watch over your mother, you, your family, and friends with all the angels in heaven.

@ClassicGhost

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Don. Condolences to you and yours

Sorry Tony,your mother sounded lovely as was your eulogy,hopefully Mrs Walker is at the beginning of the next stage of her adventure but still with 1 ear listening out for her "ICI Chief Executive"son+his lovely words+sentiments(i worked for ICI here in the north east many moons ago but not quite at Chief Executive level)great story+narration as always,take care

Sincere condolences for the loss of your mother Tony, I hope my kids talk about me the way you talked about your mother when I'm gone.

Some of my best friendships have been over the internet with people I will never meet in person. The internet makes the world a smaller place. As I said once before, I enjoy your after story ramblings as much as the stories themselves. May your grief be healed in time. Many of us have been there too.

@ClassicGhost

4 ай бұрын

I know ❤️

Loved the story and your narration; As you say, we must be grateful for what we have and what we have had. Your mum sounds like a real treasure. Keep up the good work.

Beautiful tribute to your mum Tony. Thinking of you x

Oh Tony... I am so sorry. Thank you for telling us. I hope your mum knew how much you are loved and appreciated. ❤

Healing and comfort be with you and other loved ones.

Thank you for sharing your loss Tony. It seems many of us spend a large amount of time trying to rationalise loss (I'm using this word because there are more than one type of 'death'). In the last few years I've seen quite a lot of d... from being in hospital for three months on an acute ward, losing my father and two years later my wife. These stories are part of that quest to rationalise loss and our own mortality. I don't know where I'm going with this communication, would like to say again thanks for sharing and this was a good short story and podcast. Rare for me, I'm going to listen to it again now and check out some of the references you made. All the best...

@martinandroid2538

4 ай бұрын

PS. You're also a good story teller, I'm very picky about voices I get along with...

I had a little cry for your Mum and mine. Gone but ever present! Xxx

@ClassicGhost

4 ай бұрын

That’s right x

The 'Ghosts' series dramatised this story in 1995 (it's here on yt) It was done well, but as always with telling a story in another medium some of those subtle nuances were lost. You get more of the story when it's read ;) Once again, nicely done, Sir!

@evelanpatton

4 ай бұрын

Could you provide the link? Is it a radio series or a tv broadcast? Thanks!

@brendangilmore4297

4 ай бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/amVok9Gipba7oJc.html&pp=ygUOdGhyZWUgbWlsZXMgdXA%3D@@evelanpatton

My interpretation of the characters in this story is that Sharon is Charon the boatman on the River Styx. The old man with the scythe and the boy are metaphors for the aging of man but in reverse. P.S. Sorry about your mum. My condolences to you and your family.

You and your dogs make me smile. Mom is smiling too!

big love Tony...price of love is always grief xx

Oh Tony, I'm holding you in my thoughts and hope the memories of your mom will be a comfort to you in this difficult time. Thank you for sharing your stories with us - spooky and otherwise.

Keeping you in thoughts and prayers tony ,you an your wee family..Sending love and hugs too❤

Good story Rose Kennedy wrote a brief quote about grief that was very helpful, don't know if you can pull it up.

Sorry for loss, dear friend ❤.

Tony, I am so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you, your family, and your loved ones. May her memory be a blessing.

My condolences to you and your family. Tony. Hard stuff to go through... I want to tell you this Tony, years ago my mom had a near death experience and she was gone over eight minutes. I won't go into details, it's too long but what I will tell you this and I hope it helps you in some way. My mom said that these bodies are SOOOO heavy and so nasty and we don't even know it. When you shift out of them, there's no pain what so ever, she described it like a slight breeze on a dandelion as the seeds release, the most natural thing in the world. The one feeling she saud she had the entire tine was the feeling of pure love and it was like it permeated your entire being like being covered in warm cream. The beauty she saw.. she said there are no human words that can describe the colors of the flowers. She didn't want to come back when she was told it wasn't time yet. Mom went home in 2002 and I miss her every day but I also know what she told me, and knowing that.. I would never wish her back here in these bodies and pain when there were people there welcoming her home filled with love.

@ClassicGhost

4 ай бұрын

She came to my daughter today goodbye and told her to ‘tell your dad’. That was a comfort

Very sorry to hear about your mother, Tony. Thank you for sharing your memories.

So I'm not in for a sparkly fairytale then no 🤣 I'm up for a dark and dangerous epic adventure Tony 💙

So for your loss Tony, I lost my son September 14th 2022 I miss him so much and like you said I’ll be going long and then I am just bawling. I often think and talk to him and ask I hope you knew how much I love you. 😢

condolences to you and your family. I really am sorry for your loss. We are friends. thank you for sharing so much of you with us.

@ClassicGhost

2 ай бұрын

Thak you for your kind sympathy

Very eerie story, left an unsettled feeling kind of floating around. Sorry about your Mum. I found myself feeling very alone when my mum went. Somehow you’re always ok when you can still go home to Mum, even if you can’t physically. When she went, I had to turn into the adult and it was a huge fright although I was well over 50. Don’t know how to explain it but it kind of moved me up a level. Don’t think I’m making sense so I’ll just say the pain does ease, but they’re always sitting in the back of your mind, cheering you on!

@ClassicGhost

4 ай бұрын

Thank you. What you say makes perfect sense to me now

God bless you and yours, Tony. You are our friend x

As to the story, Sharon (Charon?) seems the catalyst for the weird. As she boards the boat, things begin to shift. She's guiding them. Feels as though they are going back in time. Villages appear in the dark, disappear in the light. Are they from the past? Or, is Sharon putting them into their minds? The old man appears and later, a boy appears, dressed alike. The boy tells them, "I told you before, it's three miles down". So, the old man and the boy are the same being. Around the bend, a primordial sea appears and the canal disappears, as does Sharon. They have arrived at their destination.

Sorry for your loss Tony. Lovely warm words about your Mother

So sorry for your loss Tony. May your dear mother rest in peace. I really enjoyed this story. About halfway through I realised that I’d either heard it, read it or seen it before but I have no idea when or where and I couldn’t remember how it ended. But it was just so familiar!

Condolences Tony.

❤ I think all or most of us feel a kinship to you as well a friendship if you will I will mourn that great loss with you my friend for I know it well thank you for sharing your voice with us thank you more for sharing your life with us