Irene Kennedy realtor.com photoWhat happens to us when it stops raining? Irene Kennedy's passing recently took me by surprise and I‘m so glad that Kerrie posted an article about the very sad occurrence. I never got to know Irene personally, but she is the first ActiveRain member that I “followed” when I began with AR in February 2011. Her posts and videos impressed and touched me so much that I made contact with her through AR and then called her. We had a great conversation.

This was back when AR was still posting the “Success Stories” in the upper right hand corner and Irene’s photo kept rotating up on a regular basis. Since I was brand new to this community and still not sure whether or not to believe these stories, I phoned her to ask if she REALLY found that AR had impacted on her business. She REALLY did feel AR made a difference. She kindly took 15 minutes out of her busy day to talk to me. She’s the first person to have made me an AR believer. She pretty much told me that I would get out of it what I put in. Her first suggestion was to attend the AR University classes and she was so right.

After reading Kerrie’s post, I wanted to post something myself and I went to find Irene’s blog to capture her photo. She’s gone…wiped clean. When you search AR for Irene Kennedy the only thing that comes up is, “We’re Sorry, NJTOPREALTOR no longer exists”.

Are you kidding me, this makes me so sad. I don’t know if Irene herself discontinued her membership when she started feeling bad or if AR closed her account, but I do know that Irene posted so many relevant and motivational articles that it seems a terrible shame that POOF, just like that they are gone.

Wouldn’t it be really lovely and personal if ActiveRain had a location on their site that memorialized or archived the ActiveRain Angels who contributed so much towards their professions and our lives with their words and efforts? I believe it would be an inspirational button to place at the top of the screen and a wonderful way for members to pay homage to people who dedicated part of their lives to AR participation.

If Irene’s family and co-workers ever stumble across any of the comments made in Kerrie’s post or other articles written about Irene, they will know beyond a shadow of a doubt that she will be sorely missed and she made a deep impression. I’m so sorry that she was so sick and I grieve for her family who must feel that there is a hole in the lives. I’m also so glad that for even a brief time I got to enjoy her words and those incredible “RainDance for Rainchecks”.

Rest in peace beautiful Irene.

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17 Comments on What Happens to Us When It Stops Raining? Rest In Peace Beautiful Irene

DEC
10
2011
702,257 Points 39 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Mona: I agree. I understand that her family wanted her posts taken down. I became so angry when I checked that it had indeed happened. I think that her family didn't possibly understand the wonderful impact that Irene had. She was a great asset to all of us here on AR. It's a shame that her words/actions/ideas will no longer live on in this forum.

There are unfortunately a few people that have passed away & their accounts weren't closed so they live on with their ideas. Many reached out to help others & continue to do so.
7:52am • #1
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Mona, some one in the family must have an overbearing sense of grief, and feel that by cleaning up some of Irene's stuff they are helping. They can't be faulted for that. A prayer for her can be felt just as much as leaving a parting comment on one of per blog posts.
8:15am • #2
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Mona, Very touching post and I agree with the button at the top of the screen. I am glad from the comments you know what happened to her blog!

On another note; thank you for your support and your suggestions today! 
8:52am • #3
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Hi Lyn, thanks for commenting.  That was my point, I believe there is great value to allow future readers to be inspired by Irene and other's posts.  I would even encourage disabling future comments.  I was never angry, just confused.

Hello Ed, please don't misunderstand me...I wasn't faulting anyone.  I think Lyn expressed it beautifully.  I wouldn't have even left a comment on her blog after she passed away.  I will just miss access to her wonderful ideas and energy.

Hi Keith, thanks and you're welcome.  I look forward to your future posts.  I'm so sorry about Irene's passing.
9:34am • #4
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It's something I hadn't given much thought... you know if I was gone would my family want my blog still open.  Perhaps dinner conversation one night soon.  Irene will be missed.  I got to know her better through a mutual friend. She was an angel.
9:39am • #5
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Mona-You do raise a great thought about whether after we pass whether we would want our blogs still available. I actually think it would be a part of our legacy and other people could read them if they wanted to. I wish you and Leslie a wonderful and joyous Christmas and a properous New Year.
9:55am • #6
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Good morning Mona. I didn't know Irene and after reading your lovely tribute, I am very sorry about that. I wish I could go and read her posts now. If she moved you she must have been special.
9:58am • #7
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Good Morning Mona,  Irene did impact you about AR and now you bring up some great information,  Hope AR reads your blog and does something.
11:03am • #8
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Mona:  I had seen no mention of Irene's illness prior to reading it within your post.  This saddens me ... but I am so glad that you wrote such a beautiful tribute to this wonderful AR member.  She was very supportive of my posts and kind beyond measure.  Thank you for passing this message on ...

Gene
2:25pm • #9
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Mona - I agree that the family should not have taken down her blog - they must not have known how much we will miss being able to see our times past with her - I searched my gmail archives from comments from Irene this morning. She was such a great AR friend, so vivacious and fun. I was glad to meet her in person once also. She will really be missed! (I appreciated somebody shared a youtube video of her sharing a bread recipe, her personality always brings a smile)
3:19pm • #10
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Hi Tammy, it probably would depend on whether or not your family knew how treasured your posts were by the rest of your AR community.  I'm sure Irene's family couldn't have understood how involved we all get with each other.

Sharon, it's not anything that has ever crossed my mind before but it sure is thought provoking.

Hi Sheila, she was definitely so impressive.

Will, I would feel the same way about you...I would very much miss seeing your words.

You are welcome Gene.

Craig, I would have enjoyed meeting her in person and am happy that I at least got to have a good phone conversation with her.
11:36pm • #11
DEC
11
2011
344,347 Points 14 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Dear Mona -

Try going to see Irene here.  Of course, when she says "see below in the link ..." the AR links are removed by request of her family but you can still see her on YouTube for now.

Have a happy day -
Lynn
8:07pm • #12
DEC
12
2011
525,489 Points 46 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Thank you Lynn, I will check this link out.  You also have a happy day.
12:23am • #13
360,570 Points 42 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Mona~thank you for letting us see through your eyes and your heart, the great impact she had on you. Just one look at the sparkle in her eyes and you know she was a good soul, through and through. I read Craig's first and then came to see yours. Bless her for bringing joy to people here and most likely all aspects of her life.
9:46am • #14
525,489 Points 46 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Hi Gayle, I read Craig's post before commenting back to you.  There were so many AR members who knew her so well and I wish I could have been one of them.
10:36am • #15
262,949 Points 6 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Mona - I remember reading her posts and yes, it is truly sad to search for her and find that "she no longer exists".

Cyndi
10:58pm • #16
DEC
13
2011
525,489 Points 46 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Hi Cyndi, she had a wonderfully inviting voice too.  I would have loved to have met her in person.
7:45am • #17


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