DEBORAH HOLMES

I'm reflecting on Deborah and her legacy today. I wrote her name down today in a leadership seminar when prompted to name a leader I would willingly follow. Thank you, Deborah, for all your leadership.

So sad to hear of Deborah´s passing. I worked with her at The Families and Work Institute many years ago but my memories of her sharp intellect, strategic thinking, writing and sense of humor remain vivid. She was a force of nature. My condolences to Deborah´s family.

I miss my Big Sister *terribly*, and my world is not the same without her in it. Every day deeply hurts emotionally, and every morning I wake up to what is my new normal. My life was better with Deborah in it, and now it just feels empty. It was hard when our Mom got hit by the car and died a week later, but one of the main things that got me through her death, was my close relationship with Deborah. The remainder of my life will *never* be as enriched or joyous, without my Big Sister in it....

A profound love is a magical thing to behold. With deepest condolences to Van and the children.

I was lucky enough to know and love Deborah for over forty years, as my college roommate who became my most cherished friend. She amazed me with all she was able to accomplish, going through life excelling at everything she set out to do--as a student, a mother, a sweetheart/wife, a professional, a connoisseur of all the arts, a friend, a mentor, and a citizen—and she did it with intelligence, purpose, kindness, humility, and joy. All the while, Deborah was also a friend to so many people,...

I will miss Deborah checking in with me through emails. Not a whole lot of time would pass where I wouldn’t hear from her. I loved how we were so excited that we named Jonas so close to Jonah. I love that she thought it was great that Atticus and Belle were inspired by Deacon.
Deborah gave amazing hugs!
I can see her beautiful eyes so clearly in my minds eye from when I was old enough to remember to now. I loved our lifelong holiday gatherings. I love how she seemed comfortable...

Here is a collection of photos.

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/jqefovt6eywagd9/AABGztyAXsqFoTdu8LWl4PFBa?dl=0

I have known Deborah since before I was born.
She and the Holmes family have been a constant in my life and all the Kaplin's lives.
Similarly to the loss of Monica, I dont know who I am going to go to for the sage advice they both offered me that no one else could.
I have many memories of playing in her room and making up dances . Creating art with her . Swimming in the pool. Talking about having kids. Getting married. Having kids. Calling to ask about where to vacation, what...

No matter how long it had been since i had seen Deborah she always welcomed me with a warm smile, a hug and asking me about my family. Sending my thoughts and prayers to the family as they work through this difficult time.