grousers snapshots

I'm so sorry for your loss.
Grouser was a great friend here to many of us. His kind words made me smile so many times I can't even remember all. It was a priviledge getting to know him here.

I didn't know Grouser for a long time but I enjoyed commenting on his photos of the Canary Islands. I'm sad with you, we've been losing too many blogger friends on Aminus3 and other sites. I have a friendly thought for you and for him.
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So sad…Everything went fast…too fast. But he gaves us the chance to accompany him and say «  good by « these last weeks and accept .
He gave a lot of strength around him .
Everything he shared in these exchanges with humanity and humour enriched us.He is in my thoughts with serenity and smile .
I wish you courage and life with him at your side .
Rest In Peace my friend .

A talented artist, wood carver and photographer Grouser gave me a warm hearted welcome to Herefordshire in the early 80's. I had the pleasure of helping him install some of his larger projects and artworks ranging from wall panels at Bromyard library to carved oak benches. His beautiful wood-strip Canadian canoe was a joy. I believe Grouser was his pen name when writing a column for Broadsheep, an entertaining rant. RIP old friend.

I thought that the day would come soon, but when it came, I was still shocked. Humans will die someday, so it may be happy to have a family nearby at that moment.
This photo is amazing. Very nice face of young G. This photo will be memorable to me for a long time.

I am so saddened to hear the news of his passing. It breaks my heart. He was such a talented artist and photographer. And he had such a wonderful sense of humor! Many days his comments made me laugh and smile! I am thankful that he gave us the opportunity to say goodbye in these last few weeks. I am so sorry for your loss. Keep all those memories close to your heart. I love this picture.

I am deeply sorrowful for his loss in many ways, first and foremost for its impact upon you as his soul mate and his family and close friends. It was a privilege to get to know him here through his wonderful photography, sense of humor and intelligence, and artworks. I was fortunate to have a few email exchanges with David and as you may recall, my wife Tamara and I went on a mission to find him "a perfectly round stone" and during countless forest hikes we had him in mind until we finally found one to mail to you both. Such a beautiful person, gone somewhere beautiful where his soul deserves to continue its travels until you are both reunited.

Dear Mrs G..
I just do not know what to write...
More than an artist, sculptor and photographer, he was a wonderful human being.
Though I have not met you both, I felt so close to him..and in many of his photographs, I used to tell him about Mrs G walking alone ahead!!
He used to crib that you got all the cardamoms and he got just one or two when he made the Indian Curry.
I pray to God to give you ample strength to bear the loss. He was a great human being...a good friend with a remarkable sense of humour.
Memories are the only treasures we have now...God be with you .

triste nouvelle

Mrs G je suis de tout coeur avec vous

Mrs. G. Thank you for sharing this with us. I am very saddened. For my many years here on AM3, Grouser was an encouragement and a critic. We had a funny thing going about when my photos were off kilter at all. I enjoyed his sense of humor most of all. He was a talented photographer and even though we never met in person, I considered him a true friend. He encouraged me when my husband was going through cancer. I am sending much love to you and your family. He loved you all. Rest in Peace dear friend.

A beautiful tribute with this pic.My sincere condolences from Paris... and stay stong.

Congratulations on your Spotlight!

I'm so to hear the very sad news of Grousers passing. I have really enjoyed the online chats I have had with Grouser over the time I have been a member of this group and admired his work. My thoughts and condolences go to his family and friends.

MERCI.

I am very sad to hear of David's passing and my hope is that has found peace on the other side. My thoughts are with you and family. His artistic touch, vibrant personality and great sense of humour will be greatly missed in this community. I have never seen a photo of him but if I had to imagine him somehow, this final post would be exactly the way. Smiling with a cheeky expression, no doubt having a laugh or a joke during his work as an artist. Sincere condolences from Down Under. Rest in peace dear Grouser.

A fitting final chapter to be given a SPotlight. YOu will be missed.

Even though he shared some of his final journey with us, it was still a shock to read that David is gone. Thank you for letting us know. I have enjoyed his photos and comments for years. At first I didn't realize he was an artist in addition to a photographer. I enjoyed his humor very much. He was a wonderful AM3 friend and he will be missed. My condolences to your family.

I echo many members' words above. Despite the fact that we saw a fight ensuing when it came to his health, it is still a loss when someone who has been a big presence in this Aminus3 community. Silly Tuesdays will also bring comfort knowing he started this tradition at Aminus3. My sincere condolences to Mrs. G and the entire Grouser family on your loss.

Peace for him and you.

I am very sad for your loss. Grouser was a wonderful member of the Am3 community and I will greatly miss his posts and comments on my own images. His spirit and sense of humour was inspiring for us all. This photo says so much about him. It is a timeless image, showing the joy of living and of creating art and photography. His legacy lives on. Rest in peace, Grouser.

Mrs G,
Difficult for me to express my pain because I had not known Mr. Grouser for a long time but it is always sad to learn of the disappearance of a person whom we had the chance to meet even for a short time.
I am saddened and wish you a lot of courage.
Sincerely

Mrs G,

I am so sad to hear about the loss of David. I have always enjoyed looking at his photography and reading his comments. He is a sad loss to all on AM3 and we will miss him and always remember him.

Bel hommage avec ce spot ! Toutes mes condoléances à la famille

i'm so sorry for your loss

So sorry for your loss... an artist shares his heart with the world and he will surely be missed.

I'm so sorry to read for your loss and so sad.
And also so quickly.
I always enjoyed looking at his photography and reading his comments.
Grouser was a great friend here to many of us.
I will miss him.
I wish you much courage in this sad time.

Oh no..... I was far from the photoblog and was wondering why I did not get the oh-so faithful visit of our dear Grouser.... I Think of you, Mrs, and your family and dare to hug you warmly. He was a very kind "friend" on that site and I enjoyed his humor and gentleness. Peace and much Love with you all and a soothing rest for his soul not far from these landscapes he shared and we both loved a lot....

I love this photograph and it's so generous of him to let us with this energy of kindness and smile. Him, utterly. I think of you, Mrs and I thank you too.

This is a very nice legacy Mrs. G
Sincere condolences!

gilles

I am with all the AM3 family in sadness for his departure. I remember his humor, and he was so supportive of us all. A stellar AM3 examplar, community member, and artist.