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Saturday, March 9, 2019

Time To Say Goodbye

Hey there strangers.  I apologize in advance for my absence.  The past few days have been a little crazy and for the first time in a very long time, baseball cards have been the least of my concerns.

 On Thursday my mom passed away.

Papa and Mama Fuji in Japan

She didn't suffer long and in my heart I know she's in a better place.  She lived a long, productive life was was laughing and in positive spirits up until her last day with us.
Having said that... my father, brothers, sister, and I are learning how to cope without her, since she was the glue that held our family together.  Words cannot express how much my heart aches.

She wasn't just the woman who sacrificed her career and personal dreams to take care of me and my siblings, she was one of my best friends.  She's my hero.


Time to say goodbye for now.  I love you Mama!

 To my card collecting buddies...   I know that I was suppose to publish my 9th Anniversary Contest results today.  I probably won't get around to doing it until tomorrow afternoon... or possibly Monday.  Don't worry though... I will take care of it as soon as possible.

 Good night and sayonara!
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75 comments:

  1. ChrisMarch 9, 2019 at 9:47 PM

    So sorry for your loss, Fuji. Please take as much time as you need away from blogging and baseball cards. We'll all be here when you're ready to return.

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  2. Community GumMarch 9, 2019 at 9:57 PM

    I'm very sorry for your loss. My heart is with you and your family.

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  3. defgavMarch 9, 2019 at 9:58 PM

    Very sad to hear it, Fuji.

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  4. JafroniusMarch 9, 2019 at 10:20 PM

    Condolences on your loss, Fuji. Prayers for you and your family. Take all the time necessary.

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  5. Rebel CoyoteMarch 9, 2019 at 10:43 PM

    My condolences and sorry for your loss

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  6. Zippy ZappyMarch 9, 2019 at 10:49 PM

    My condolences Fuji. I wish you and your family the best during these difficult times.

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  7. ketchupman36March 9, 2019 at 10:53 PM

    Sorry about the loss of your mother

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  8. AngusMarch 9, 2019 at 11:43 PM

    My condolences.

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  9. Jeremya1umMarch 10, 2019 at 12:53 AM

    Sorry for your loss Fuji.

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  10. SumoMenkoManMarch 10, 2019 at 12:57 AM

    Fuji, so sorry for your loss. My condolences....definitely take the time to be with you siblings and father.

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  11. Wes Moore the former JBFMarch 10, 2019 at 1:28 AM

    Very sorry my friend. Praying for you

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  12. MattMarch 10, 2019 at 4:18 AM

    The least we are worried about is a contest result. Sorry for your loss. Take some time away and be with family and prayers for you all

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  13. Big ToneMarch 10, 2019 at 4:24 AM

    Sorry for your loss,Fuji.Family first,my friend,take your time.

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  14. Mark HoyleMarch 10, 2019 at 4:47 AM

    Mark. So sorry to hear this news. My condolences

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  15. Xavier HigginsMarch 10, 2019 at 5:02 AM

    Her energy lives on through your memories...

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  16. Peter K SteinbergMarch 10, 2019 at 5:04 AM

    My condolences Mark. I cannot fathom what you are going through but I would like you to know you will all me in my thoughts.

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  17. The Lost CollectorMarch 10, 2019 at 5:23 AM

    Fuji, she raised an A+ person. Hoping you and your family find peace at this time.

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  18. Billy KingsleyMarch 10, 2019 at 5:29 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss.

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  19. Scott CrawfordMarch 10, 2019 at 5:43 AM

    Very sorry for your loss, Fuji. Love and strength to you and your fsmily.

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  20. Johnnys Trading SpotMarch 10, 2019 at 5:44 AM

    My thoughts and prayers are with you Mark and your family. We'll be here when you're ready to be back.

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  21. the sewingmachineguyMarch 10, 2019 at 5:48 AM

    Dang Fooj, that's rough. Sorry old friend.

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  22. JohngyMarch 10, 2019 at 5:55 AM

    Very sorry. Prayers and thoughts to you and yours.

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  23. GTTMarch 10, 2019 at 5:58 AM

    Really sorry to hear that.I'll pray.

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  24. NickMarch 10, 2019 at 6:07 AM

    So sorry for your loss, Mr. Fuji. My heart is heavy -- wishing the best for you and your family.

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  25. MattMarch 10, 2019 at 6:16 AM

    I'm so sorry for you loss, my friend. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts today.

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  26. John BatemanMarch 10, 2019 at 6:21 AM

    my mother passed away last year - sorry for your loss

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  27. kirkMarch 10, 2019 at 6:51 AM

    i'm sorry.

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  28. BrianMarch 10, 2019 at 6:51 AM

    Very sorry to hear that Fuji - much love to you and your family.

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  29. DennisMarch 10, 2019 at 7:51 AM

    Sorry, Fuji--I couldn't imagine being without my mom either. You've got a huge community of friends here if you need help.

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  30. William RegenthalMarch 10, 2019 at 8:31 AM

    So very sorry for your loss.

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  31. JonMarch 10, 2019 at 8:33 AM

    As someone who is close to their mom as well, I can't imagine what you and your siblings are going through. Thoughts and prayers to your family, especially your dad, as I would imagine that he's probably having the toughest time right now.

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  32. Nachos GrandeMarch 10, 2019 at 9:15 AM

    I am sorry for your loss as well, Fuji. Sending out all the love to you and your family.

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  33. Daniel WilsonMarch 10, 2019 at 9:25 AM

    I'm so sorry to hear that Fuji. You are in my thoughts. Unfortunately I know what you're going through. Take care my friend and know that you have a lot of friends that are here for you.

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  34. AdamMarch 10, 2019 at 9:25 AM

    Condolences Fuji.

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  35. Chris PMarch 10, 2019 at 9:26 AM

    Fuji I am so sorry to hear about your loss, thought and prayers to you and your family

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  36. AnonymousMarch 10, 2019 at 9:26 AM

    My condolences to you and to your family. Cherish the memories you have of her.

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  37. Brett AlanMarch 10, 2019 at 9:35 AM

    My deepest condolences. We lost my mother in 2015. It's still difficult, but we try to move on. Cherish your memories and live in a way that honors her.

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  38. CommishbobMarch 10, 2019 at 9:41 AM

    Mark, please accept my condolences on the loss of your Mom.

    You are a great reflection of the love and care your parents took in raising you. I'll be thinking of you today.

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  39. BobWalkthePlankMarch 10, 2019 at 9:47 AM

    My condolences

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  40. Wrigley WaxMarch 10, 2019 at 10:05 AM

    Very sorry for your loss.

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  41. gcrlMarch 10, 2019 at 10:09 AM

    it's always been clear from your writing how important your mother, and your family and friends, are to you. sincere condolences to you and your family.

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  42. The Snorting BullMarch 10, 2019 at 10:29 AM

    You have my condolences Fuji. Thoughts, prayers, and good thoughts for you and your family.

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  43. P-town TomMarch 10, 2019 at 10:40 AM

    Remember all the good times and hang in there, Fuji. The blogosphere is here if you need us!

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  44. Steve at 1975BaseballCards.comMarch 10, 2019 at 10:56 AM

    Oh man, very sorry to read that. I’d echo what Bob wrote. We’ll all be here when you get back to writing.

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  45. TSHensonMarch 10, 2019 at 11:59 AM

    Fuji, my deepest sympathies are with you and your family during this time of great loss. My prayers are with you. I have also lost my mom, and it is not easy. God bless you!

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  46. LaurensMarch 10, 2019 at 1:57 PM

    Rest in peace to your mother.

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  47. bbcardzMarch 10, 2019 at 2:19 PM

    My sincere condolences to you and your family, Mark. Don't worry about us,take all the time you need. As others have said, family first.

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  48. Adam KaningherMarch 10, 2019 at 2:32 PM

    Fuji, I'm so sorry for your loss.

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  49. NPB Card GuyMarch 10, 2019 at 3:40 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss.

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  50. The Shlabotnik ReportMarch 10, 2019 at 4:32 PM

    My sympathies go out to the entire family.

    Mama Fuji will be with you always.

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  51. Nick VossbrinkMarch 10, 2019 at 7:25 PM

    Holy crap I'm sorry

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  52. RunForeKelloggsMarch 10, 2019 at 7:30 PM

    I'm sorry for your loss. It's great that you have a close family for support at this time. Take care.

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  53. night owlMarch 10, 2019 at 7:32 PM

    So sorry. Tending to my mom in failing health at this very moment. Don't know how much time I'll have with her, but posts like this help me cherish them.

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  54. sg488March 10, 2019 at 7:41 PM

    So sorry for your loss,Mama Fuji RIP.

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  55. arpsmithMarch 10, 2019 at 9:32 PM

    So sorry for your loss my friend.

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  56. mr haverkampMarch 10, 2019 at 10:39 PM

    So sorry to hear this news, Fuji. May the lifetime of warm memories you have with her get you through your grief during this tough time. It's very obvious the community is here for you.

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  57. GCAMarch 11, 2019 at 5:13 AM

    Not much I can add to what's already been said. All our best to you and yours. A "collective" hug from all of us.

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  58. The Angels In OrderMarch 11, 2019 at 6:16 AM

    Sad to hear Fuji. Praying you'll find comfort in sweet memories for the difficult days ahead.

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  59. Base Card HeroMarch 11, 2019 at 7:12 AM

    Very sad news, Fuji. Take your time

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  60. Rod (Padrographs)March 11, 2019 at 8:57 AM

    Take all the time you need. No idea what you are feeling and going through. I will be praying for you and your family.

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  61. RobMarch 11, 2019 at 8:59 AM

    Fuji - you're in my prayers - so sorry to hear this.

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  62. Reds Card CollectorMarch 11, 2019 at 9:58 AM

    Very sorry for your loss Fuji. You and your family are in my prayers.

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  63. shoeboxlegendsMarch 11, 2019 at 10:01 AM

    So sorry to learn of your loss Fuji, my thoughts are certainly with you and your family.

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  64. MarcMarch 11, 2019 at 12:36 PM

    Just reading this now Mark. Very sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved mother. Thoughts and prayers to you and your loved ones at this trying time.

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  65. Henry BlanchetteMarch 11, 2019 at 1:29 PM

    I'm very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this difficult time.

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  66. Spyda-ManMarch 11, 2019 at 1:32 PM

    I am truly sorry for your loss.

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  67. Swing And A Pop-upMarch 11, 2019 at 2:42 PM

    So sorry Fuji, losing a parent is the worst. It's pretty obvious you've got a lot of support here. I'd say more but I'm terrible at this kind of stuff.

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  68. CorkyMarch 11, 2019 at 3:12 PM

    I am so sorry for your, and your family's, loss. If you need to talk to anyone, please let me know.

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  69. HackenbushMarch 12, 2019 at 6:14 AM

    So sorry.

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  70. Ryan GMarch 14, 2019 at 7:14 AM

    I'm a bit late on this, but I'm so sorry to hear this. I definitely know how you feel, and I can say that while things do get better, there will be ups and downs. Please do talk when you need to; letting your emotions and thoughts out is important.

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  71. Collecting CutchMarch 14, 2019 at 6:06 PM

    Sorry for the late reply as I was busy with work over the weekend and spent my first day off in two weeks just taking it easy.

    I am sorry to hear the loss of your mother.

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  72. FujiMarch 17, 2019 at 12:12 PM

    Thanks everyone... for all of the kind words. They were very powerful, helpful, and were living proof of just how special our card blogging community is. Thanks again.

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  73. RAZMarch 19, 2019 at 4:19 PM

    I'm sorry to hear of your loss, Fuji. It is hard to lose a loved one, and I hope that you will find comfort in the company of friends, family, and the memories you have of her.

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  74. acrackedbatMarch 21, 2019 at 5:50 PM

    Fuji, I know your heart hurts. I am so sorry to hear this. My best wishes to you and your family. It takes time for the ache to lessen but those pains will be replaced with warm memories of her and the joys you shared.

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  75. BoApril 2, 2019 at 7:11 AM

    Just saw this now - my condolences to you and your family

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