I just found out that one of the real forces of nature in the book blogging world, Dewey of The Hidden Side of a Leaf, passed away last Tuesday. I knew she had been in ill health, but her death came as a shock. I can't imagine the book blogging world without her, as she was one of those wonderful, energetic bloggers who created events like the 24-hour read-a-thon and Weekly Geeks, and was obviously a voracious reader and prolific blogger.
I always loved the quote she had posted that inspired her blog's title:
"Birth, life, and death -- each took place on the hidden side of a leaf." Toni Morrison
We will miss you, Dewey.
It's so terribly sad, isn't it? I was stunned when I heard the news. But I've found a lot of comfort in reading other blogger's tributes. Just goes to show what a tight-knit community we are.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it sad? I had no idea that she was even sick or in pain. she never let on.
ReplyDeleteI do believe Dewey's passing was one of the first pieces of bad news that I've had in a really long time. I think what makes it so sad is that it was so unexpected. She will be so missed. There was really no other like her.
ReplyDeletelitlove--I agree, it shows us what a true community we are.
ReplyDeleteJ. Danger--So, so sad, and so unexpected.
J.S.--I agree, there was no one like her. I always admired her energy and her creativity.
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