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[@ItsaDrama]

Oh, my goodness...you gorgeous, lovely, souls... thank you. I wish I could hug each and every one of you... To come home to NZ and read these utterly beautiful, heartfelt, kind, warm, and loving messages makes us feel incredibly loved, hugged and humbled. How very, very special you are. Our hearts indeed beat as one. Thank you. Tēnā koutou. From the bottom of my and Brian's hearts, thank you. Aroha, love, and hugs. Your grateful friends, Liz and Brian xx ❤❤

[@donaldduck2139]

🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@majk7215]

Liz and Brian I am so very sorry to hear your sad news. My heartfelt condolences to you all. Big hug to you both from Hawkes Bay NZ. Safe trip home. xx

[@esamartin1052]

Condolences ❤ to you n your famz be safe thinking of you both sending blessings 🙌 🙏 ❤️ 💜 💕 huggiesfrom Hawkes Bay

[@marlenevandermerwe1160]

Hi 👋 so sorry 😞 to hear about the sad news. Tough in one year Mom,Dad and a dog 🐕. Love ❤️ and you are in my thoughts and prayers 🙏

[@bigreddraggin4443]

Oh my gosh I am so sorry to hear your news, I am thinking of you all at this sad time love to you and the family. xx

[@ShelleyDuncan-j7d]

Oh Liz, I am so sorry. I’m glad you had your time away in Fiji. Big hugs to you both. ❤

[@ShelleyDuncan-j7d]

My Mum’s funeral was during Covid. We were allowed to have 10 people. It was really hard not having the support of extended family and friends. I was still in tough with them but I missed the hugs and stories.

[@ShelleyDuncan-j7d]

Lovely that Bri got see his Dad for his 99th birthday day. A funeral is really for the people who are left behind. My cousin died a couple of months ago and didn’t want any sort of service. I wish she had allowed people to. Have something. A barbecue is being held in her honour in just over a week on her birthday. To be held in Tassie and I can’t attend. We were very close. I understand where you are coming from. ❤

[@pshane4444]

I'm so sorry to hear this. You are a lovely couple. I'm wishing you all the comfort that is possible in this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers are with you 💛💛

[@renatamortazavi2450]

Dear Liz and Brian Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your father. It is truly heartbreaking to hear of his passing, and our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Wishing you strength and comfort. ❤

[@mariatomlinson2551]

So sorry , for your loss ! It’s always very tough losing your parents , 😂Have a safe trip back, and will look forward to your next update!

[@patriciahutson]

Kia Ora Team Two, your Aroha is on full beam with this. Tangihana always brings Whanau together , gotta love the embrace of loved ones. No greater bond neh. Sleep well on the flight back HOME to New Zealand. Kia Kaha UBIQUE

[@kimmeee1]

I am so sorry for your loss. We came to NZ 22 years ago and we travelled back to the UK for my 22-month-old nephew's funeral which was so hard. Like you, we got a call, and thankfully we had the money to be on a plane the next day. However, when my father died, we just didn't have the money available to travel as we were building a house at the time. It is very strange, not to get the opportunity to say goodbye. I think his death really hit me, just 2 months ago when we went back to the UK for my Mums 80th Birthday. Dad has been gone for years now but to visit Mum and Dad was not there, it was really my first chance to really say goodbye and wrap my head around it. I am so very happy that you were able to get home, it's so important if you are able, to say your last goodbyes. On a happy note, really enjoy your videos as I have only recently found you guys. We moved to Stratford a year ago, from Matamata - I feel like I am back to square one, like I was when I first came here. A lot to be said for children who help you make friends quite quickly, in a new country. Unfortunately, we are new to empty nesting, finding our feet and new friends again.

[@grantsutherland6798]

Condolences Liz and Brian. It's not easy when these things happen. You will be pleased to know the weather is nice at the moment, a bit of westerly winds but have a safe trip

[@AgnesKnowles]

Oh, Liz... so hard... makes us want to hug family, it's so important. Wishing you strength and sending hugs. 😢❤

[@KiwiGlen]

Much love to your family Kia kaha Liz thanks for sharing

[@michelletewhata7768]

My Deepest Condolences, Sending love and prayers to you and your family ❤❤

[@ivydickson7596]

Kia Kaha to you both, and your family. We are all with you.

[@modfus]

Oh Liz, how sad. Life is really tough at times. Losing your parents is one of the worst experiences if life. Thinking of you both 🙂

[@annaboivin9209]

I am so glad you were able to go and be with family. So hard for you right now. Thanks for sharing, warmest thoughts for you both right now.

[@raebennett2269]

So very sorry that you both have had to go through this …again so soon, Liz and Brian. Thank you for your podcast, honesty, and realness( if that’s a word) Sending our love from Geraldine. Safe travels home.

[@jennylancaster2612]

Wow.... Bugger...... Thinking of you. Sending love.

[@alexandervandenboschnoa]

Liz, I am so sorry, Brian. You're an amazing man. Give Liz a big hug from New Zealand and Brian 🤝 your amazing mate . Liz, my advice is before you board the flight home, fill your hand with water and throw it over your head. Do this three times to leave the pain behind you and walk forward. God bless you both and your family there and come home .

[@yikes552]

I had never heard of this. Do you do this any other time?♥️

[@alexandervandenboschnoa]

​@yikes552, I am not Catholic, ok but to as a Māori man here in New Zealand when we come out of the grave yard we all do our own thing but water is what we do when it's over and we are walking back to the living. Water is neutral and balance is neutral so that's what I do after getting fresh vegetables from the garden cutting Flax when things don't feel balanced you have to find balanced and you go a week without food but your body Needs balance and the throwing of water over your head or shoulders knocks bad away Dose that make sense to you? It's like Burning sage is an ancient ritual that's said to purify spaces, dispel negativity, and promote healing. Water brings balance thus the saying when mist of rain fall from heaven in a gentle breeze it is a gift from God the showers of blessings You all know what it's like after hard yaka aka in the office what a water can do well throwing water over head is deliberate 3rd times the charm.❤❤❤

[@alexandervandenboschnoa]

@yikes552 Water cleaning away un balance it's like Burning sage is an ancient ritual that's said to purify spaces, dispel negativity, and promote healing

[@anita1300]

Sorry to hear such sad news. A loss of a family member is very hard. Big Hugs to you from Auckland New Zealand XXXX

[@robert3987]

Liz, it's very sad that both your parents have passed away, but good you've met family and visited many old haunts bringing back cherished memories. Find happiness with your kids back in NZ.

[@lindagreenbank6867]

Deepest condolences 😢 sending love and light take care coming home

[@boellis6878]

Lost both my parents before I turned 45. Kind of feel like an orphan now. Family makes life worth living. All love to you guys in this trying year.

[@johnnyfepuleai1248]

I'm so sorry to hear about your father Liz. Sending love and prayers of strength to you and family. Safe travels 💙❤️🇳🇿

[@65Adventures]

Very sorry to hear this news, at a time like this England must seem a very long way away. My heart goes out to you both. Much love.

[@brucestevenson8797]

My condolences to you Liz and Brian. Much love and thoughts for you at this time.

[@Kiwiskirt]

Very sorry for your loss Liz, so close to losing your mother gives it a much rougher impact I'm sure. Appreciate you sharing, have a safe trip home. Kia kaha 💜

[@christinestockton6030]

Dearest Liz. The biggest hug to you from me in England. So sad for you, but so glad you've felt the family connection that funerals often bring. Safe home to your beloved NZ and the kids. Xxxx

[@bittersweet340]

Hope you are all well... 👍

[@elisabethmuston3892]

Oh Liz and Brian I'm so very sorry to hear this , my Sincere Condolences to you all, Hugs from me Xx❤😥

[@RichardArscott-z8l]

Kia kaha Liz and Brian sad time been there so sorry thinkin of ya ❤️

[@michelletewhata7768]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@redbecca1327]

I’m so so sorry. Big hugs to you ❤️❤️❤️

[@teusner]

Condolences Liz and Brian, on your loss sorry to hear safe travels on your journey home, whanau is super important take care both of you 🙏❤🙏

[@yikes552]

My deepest condolences Liz and Brian on the passing of your dad🙏🏾 Safe journey home. Love and light 🕯️ 🤗

[@maryannesmith1392]

So sorry to hear this….the pain is unbearable….my heart goes out to you both.

[@elizabethchristensen4018]

I❤ think you are very brave for sharing this with us. Travel safe back to us all.

[@jill1337]

So very sorry to hear this sad news. It’s been one heck of a time for you. Take care of each other. Sending hugs x

[@bearbaitinalaska3314]

So sorry to hear this. Hugs to you both.

[@lorrainegulde1290]

Thinking of you at this time of sadness and loss.🌹😢 Safe travels back to N.Z.

[@linnightl9277]

Offering my deepest condolences to you for the loss of your father. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

[@louisacrisp5789]

I'm so sorry for your loss, Liz and Brian. You've had a massive year! I've lived in sunny Gisborne (NZ) all my life, am subscribed to your channel simply because I thoroughly enjoy your content, don't normally comment on anybody's videos, but this is the 2nd comment I've made on your channel this week! I'm so glad you got to catch up with family and visit some happy places while you were over there, even though you're still grieving. Hopefully 2025 will be the year for making happy memories and going on happy holidays.

[@donaldduck2139]

sorry bout ya dad Liz...safe trip home to You both🧡

[@christineclarke1739]

I am so sorry. Do what you have to do and come back to New Zealand 😢

[@jillcadman8139]

oh sorry for your loss, sending you Hugs xx❤❤❤

[@TracyMackie]

Ka pa te ngakau ki a koe a Liz raua ko Brian kua haere ano koe i te ara uaua o te pouri mo to papa (inlaw) i muri tata i te ngaronga o to mama (inlaw). Ka tukuna atu e ahau taku aroha me taku awhi. Kia kaha, kia mau tonu tetahi ki tetahi. To hoa, Tracy ❤ My heart beats with yours Liz and Brian as you again travel the hard road of grief for your Dad (inlaw) so soon after loosing your Mum (inlaw). I send you my love and hugs. Stay strong and hold on to each other. Your friend, Tracy ❤

[@VioletsTales0]

So very sorry for your loss. Please take care of yourselves and your loved ones.

[@happydon999]

Hi Liz and Brian, Thank you for making this emotional video. So sorry for your loss, Liz. I'm glad you got to see family and relations, some you hadn't seen for 3+ decades. I hope you have found healing through the experiences you've had. Wishing you both a long long time without any sad news in your lives. PS I love your channel.

[@jewelsvibration2115]

So sorry to hear of your loss. A tough year for you. Thanks for sharing this deeply personal time with us. As families are spread throughout the world these days, it is an important message for many. Love and prayers God Bless.

[@robandjanbolton2704]

For goodness sake Liz and Bri... What a rusty old year it has been for you. Always so nice though reconnecting with family during times of loss such as this. Its always like having a huge family hug isn't it. looking forward to hearing your return journey will be a safe one and letting NZ welcome you back home. Our sincerest condolences guys. xx

[@Bugman-k8q]

From my Whanau to yours, our condolences at this time. kia kaha te whanau xxx

[@Islandlife338]

I'm so sorry Liz. Sending you all lots of love ❤

[@kerynvella1639]

So sorry to hear this. I've been following your videos as a New Zealander living in the UK (28 years) working towards heading home. I've just been through the exact same thing in October but in reverse. Leaving my flat in London on a Saturday morning to arrive at the hospital at midday on Monday in time to be with my dad for his last 36 hours. I echo your comments about being prepared for this (emotionally and financially). Kia Kaha. ❤

[@amytomsick9409]

Liz, thank you so much for sharing your grief journey with us. I live in NZ and lost my dad about a year ago & was so grateful to be able to go home to California to say goodbye to him. The community support was amazing in my hometown in California and sometimes it feels like a difficult journey grieving someone while living far away from your hometown. I still struggle at times and I appreciate you sharing your deep feelings with us - it helps me feel less alone and I know it helps many others too. Sending lots of love to you and Brian! ❤❤

[@jog5289]

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May your father Rest in Peace. God bless you and your family. 💙🙏💙

[@raewynking8291]

So sorry to hear your sad news for you Liz & Brian and whanau.. I extend my arms around you both to give you a cuddle. Always thinking of you

[@HeatherClouston]

My sincere condolences to you both 😔 Thank you for being you because you are both wonderful.

[@kerrihoward730]

So very sorry to hear this sad news.thoughts are with you both, you have had such a rough year. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@gavinlightbown4858]

Really touching, Liz & Brian. Sending you lots of strength and love. God bless.

[@xanthebanham8172]

I’m so sorry Liz. Sending you love from Madrid ❤

[@peppermintpatty4469]

OH....I am so very sorry to hear this, my heart just breaks for you, especially you Liz, but both of you, bitter sweet is a very good analogy, there will be so much going on in your heads and you will be exhausted. I am so very sad that you have not gone back for a happy occasion. Thinking of you both. I'd like to be able to give you a big hug ❤

[@jayjay801a]

Oh I’m so sorry for your loss! Sending you love and thoughts xx

[@trevaperes5343]

I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad and your mum. Kia Kaha to you and all the family there in The UK. Love from Melbourne Australia. 💝💝💝💝💝

[@cherrygaddes120]

Such sad news. Love and Hugs to you from Hamilton, NZ. Safe home

[@deetravis]

so sorry for your family's loss....it is a real blessing that you were able to travel and be together. Living in NZ makes it difficult. I know one day...I will need to make that trip....and seeing your emotions is meaningful to me. Thank you, Luvs.

[@susanbarlow1585]

So very sorry to hear this but I guess we all have to experience such times don't we?. Thank you SO much for sharing your time with us. Bless you both.

[@aka4077]

So so sorry to hear this x x x ❤ you 2 are so strong and thank you for sharing ❤ Kia kaha x x x

[@RENZOAMBSEG]

Liz and Brian, sharing what you’ve been through is so brave. Thank you for opening up. My thoughts and prayers are with you. See you soon!

[@LauraPaveley]

May God be with you and your family, I am so sorry for your loss!

[@laskinov]

I'm so sorry to hear that. Much ❤️

[@PhilipTaramai]

Totally relatable, both my parents passed away overseas as well. Getting to see family once again brings that strength and love in times like this. Kia Kaha, take care.

[@annettethumath707]

So sorry

[@brendagraham8611]

❤❤❤❤❤Lots of love to you both! Brenda from NZ

[@allisonbartlett-morley3470]

Hi, I'm so sorry for your loss. Take care, be kind to yourself ❤

[@drayner2517]

So sorry to hear your news. Thoughts with you and your family.

[@mattieclan8957]

Condolences to you and your family.

[@rayjermyn4541]

Kim and I wish you both all the best in these tough days and months ahead, from our home in the Manawatu. No amount of knowing it is inevitable, makes it easy.

[@joycooper6343]

Very tough when live at the bottom of the world. Sincere Condolences.

[@WARR10RZ_4L1F3]

Kia kaha Liz, Brian and Whanau.

[@liezlventer1653]

So sorry about the news of your Dads sudden passing Liz but so glad to hear that you have had such a blessed time in the UK with family ❤❤❤ sending you both lots of love!

[@juliewilliams3579]

Love and Hugs Liz.

[@alil7348]

Sorry to hear your sad news. What a rough year

[@paulinebelcher6512]

Sending love to you both xx Liz, you made me cry, I had to make the very same journey for my dad several years ago, its not easy when you are the other side of the world. Safe trip home, stay strong xx

[@gmdethierry]

Liz & Brian, sending you guys all our aroha & care in this time. Xx

[@RandyAldred]

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! ♥

[@lorainkern-smith2226]

Much love from for both of you from Wellington NZ. Kia kaha.

[@sagaenterprise6276]

❤ sending hugs

[@suzannecarter2163]

Deepest sympathy ❤

[@richardcaldwell9160]

Sincere condolences Liz & Brian xx

[@angeliquemckee1206]

Im so sorry for your loss Liz,what a shitty year for you all. Sending you all our love and stay strong❤❤

[@julesmiles6548]

Heartfelt condolences to you and family.

[@nourarousan1223]

I'm so sorry for your loss, may he rest in peace 🙏

[@ellaryburnett3317]

I'm sorry for your loss sending love ❤❤❤

[@kiwigirl3107]

Such devastating news for you. So sad to hear this. In such a short time after your lovely Mum. I hope they are reconnecting as good friends wherever they are. Sending strength and love your way. Kia kaha.

[@johannanz5451]

Sending love ❤️

[@VtorHunter]

Sending you love! It has been a bit since I watched your channel so I didn't hear about your mum, I am sorry losing a loved one is so hard! Just remember you are not alone and your feelings are valid

[@leighmcmanus8378]

Sorry for your loss. I was born in NZ but grew up in Yorkshire. I have lived in NZ since 2001. I know the bitter sweet experience of returning home for funerals. My thoughts are with you.

[@annefisher3097]

So sorry to see this Liz and Brian, glad you have family to comfort you ❤️

[@Andy_M986]

Oh Liz, my heart goes out to you and the family,sending lots of love and hugs to you all.xx