Moving On - Children of the Children of God

I really don't know what to say. You were so strong, and believed in those teachings, with no doubt. While all those stupid cultists praised you as a miracle and put you on that prayer list, using you for their agenda, You just believed, and fought so hard to survive. god betrayed you twice. Why did you believe so strong? I still don't know.

I'm so sorry I wasn't a better brother when you were with me. I'm trying to make my life mean something now. I hope you approve of me. I promise I will get you a proper place to rest so you can come off that cheap shelf. I am so sorry there wasn't more I could do. It's so sad that some of the younger ones don't remember you, or don't know they had a elder sister. I almost cry when I hear them say they have 5 sisters. I tell everyone I have 6.

Baby sister, I will remember you always. I know you will look out for me too. I love you Mariko, rest in sweet peace.

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from Oddman
Monday, May 14, 2007 - 20:12
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Happy birthday, baby sis. You are remembered.
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from Oddman
Saturday, November 11, 2006 - 18:43
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Thanks Stephan, for posting the pic. Such a beautiful lil sis. Sorely missed.
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from Oddman
Sunday, October 15, 2006 - 00:13
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I just wanted to bring this back to the front page for a brief moment. Anybody out there remember knowing, or perhaps just praying for my little sister (5 year old girl in Japan that was burned in an accident and died a few years later.). Nobody lives or dies in vain so long as they are remembered by those they loved, and those who loved them.
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Sunday, October 15, 2006, 00:19
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from innit
Wednesday, February 15, 2006 - 19:54
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there are so many things that one can say, but is lost for words! I have'nt yet lost a close member of my family, but coming from a large family and all of us being very close... I feel your pain just reading and thinking about it!!

My most sincierest condolences to you and your family, whom must be missing her soo much. xxxxx
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from Sam The Punk Rocker
Thursday, January 13, 2005 - 11:07
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Dear Mariko Although I didn't even get to see u grow up like the rest I am always going to remember how brave and strong u were....Always.

I feel the same way as my bro posted.I really miss u and I wish u were here with me.I will NEVER forget the last day i saw u and how u survived so many tough times.The ppl that took care of you and saw u everyday knew how kool u were.And for all the pain u had to go thru i will never forgive the ppl who are responsible for it.I am doing fine and so is my kickass brother.No matter where we go and what we do we will NEVER forget you.I love you so much.Why did u have to leave us..
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from Nina
Thursday, January 13, 2005 - 00:20
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Oh my

I'm so sorry. I didn't know. I was living in Shiogiri when it happened but I never met her. I'm so sorry.

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From Oddman
Thursday, January 13, 2005, 00:51
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Thanks Nina,

It's comforting to know you still remember her. I can tell you tho' she was real tough. Tough till the bitter end. Wonder if anybody else from Shiojiri and Midoriko are still aroundl. (reply to this comment)
from i know who you are
Wednesday, January 12, 2005 - 00:47

from Halo_24 (alex)
Monday, January 10, 2005 - 06:08
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That was beautiful.

I've actually just been thinking about her a few days ago.. I was telling my friend that I had to get a proper place for her to rest. She was one hell of a girl and I could never be as brave as she was. I always wondered just what she was thinking during her last few years, but when I think about it.. I don't even know if I could handle that.

I tell everybody I have five sisters. Five includes my brave one. Mariko you'll always be remembered.
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from Vicky
Monday, January 10, 2005 - 01:56
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I was profoundly touched by what you wrote, oddman. I know that time heals on one level, but surely losing someone that one loves never really goes away. Your tender words made me cry this morning, which hasn't happened in a while, and I just wanted to say that I hope you are okay. In some way at least, she will always live on in your heart and soul. I hope you succeed in building a life that is fulfilling and has that meaning, not just as a way of honouring your sister's memory and finding her approval within yourself, but for your own sake too.
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From Oddman
Monday, January 10, 2005, 02:04
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Thanks Vicky,

It was just very sad when I realized I hadn't stopped to think of her for a while until I chanced on this page, and saw a note in memory of another guy I knew. Losing a loved one is painfull, but realizing that even a loved one's memory is begining to fade is excruciating. Anyways, thanks a lot for the kind words. Cheers(reply to this comment)