GOODBYE REG

[Simon Napier-Bell]

I agree - always stand apart from life looking in - that way we can see its absurdities - but unfortunately we're also trapped inside it, creating the absurdities we laugh at. Never enough time in the day yet just a few minutes downtime can create boredom - trying to fill painful empty spaces while not having enough time to do all the things we want. We're a contrary bunch, aren't we - us humans.

[Simon Napier-Bell]

Thanks John

[Christine Smith]

I think you must fly above life in order to see all of its absurdities. As usual you have charmed me with your description of the age old problem of ‘what to do with the body’. My husband died under similar circumstances… he sat down in his coveted recliner after pitching golf balls in the side yard, and just died. As shocking as that unexpected event was I’ve found myself laughing out loud at the many ensuing moments, and have found that hovering above my life is not just a place of perspective, but where merciful joy and gratitude reside. My condolences to you and Nok for the task ahead of adjusting to the space that needs filling… there are times when it’s daunting. My heart is with you.

[Adam Greenwell]

So sorry for your loss, Simon. As always, you have a wonderful and succinct gift for reflecting what is happening around you and for truly representing those you know well. More so those that you love and care about. Blessings of strength and peace, Adam.

[Simon Napier-Bell]

Thanks Adam

[lorrie carse-wilen]

Sorry for your loss, Simon, but as usual wonderful writing. I agree about the tree! Thank you for sharing this.

[Simon Napier-Bell]

Thanks Lorrie

[John Horn]

This is a different Substack, Simon ... it's a sad and very personal post ... it's very human and very touching.

Please accept my condolences & best wishes.

[Simon Napier-Bell]

Thanks John

[Geoff Delaney]

Beautiful story simon

[Simon Napier-Bell]

Thanks Geoff

[Stephen Budd]

Beautifully Done Simon

stephen.budd@record-producers.com x

[Simon Napier-Bell]

Thanks Steve

[Duncan Loynes]

We recently had a similar experience with the police mortuary, temple and the Embassy bureaucracy as my mother in law died in Bangkok, so I know just how bleak and awful the mortuary is (we had identify her on a gurney in the loading bay as other bodies were wheeled in around us!) and how impersonal and offhand the experience is in Thailand. Such a contrast to the somber, emotional funeral process in the west. Anyway, sympathy for your loss, and three cheers for all your shared memories.

[Simon Napier-Bell]

Thanks Duncan

[Keni Stevens]

Sincere condolences.

[Simon Napier-Bell]

Thanks Keni

[Stephen Owen]

Sorry to hear but you told us about it beautifully and I’m sure he’d have had a giggle 🤭

[Simon Napier-Bell]

Thanks Stephen

[Linda Lapp]

I am sorry for your loss..,

[Sarah Jane Morris]

A brilliant piece. So sorry for your loss. Big love to you all SJ xx

[Simon Napier-Bell]

Thanks Sarah