'Time is too slow for those that wait, too swift for those that fear, too long for those that grieve, too short for those who rejoice, but for those who love, time is eternity.' Henry Van Dyke
Sara was one of the most kind, caring, humorous, intelligent, loving and empathic human beings we have ever had the privilege of knowing.
Heres tae us an what like us.
Our love to you Tony, Ella and Callum.
Iain, Pip, Felix and Holly, your family and friends from Aotearoa, New Zealand
5th January 2024
Sara. Dearest friend I miss you.
I remember so vividly many of times we had together. In particular the walks and talks we had, in the rain, snow and sunshine. You always smiled through the joys and when we were working and thinking through life’s challenges and being with the tougher times. I recall the many wise words you shared, the light you shone on meaning and purpose. The way you gathered people around you to support you. The priority you placed on supporting your children, now amazing young people, balancing what was needed by them between you and Tony. You loved all of them, your family dearly.
I am forever inspired by the way you lived life to the full and danced your way through the ups and downs. I always felt your love. Your hugs were special, strong, comforting like nothing else.
Always impressed by your sheer determination and desire for justice and what was right. I am forever grateful for the way you willingly lent in and advocated for my daughter, Charlotte. You were insightful, knowledgeable and a powerful influencer in persuading the Uni to make the SLT course accessible for Charlotte. You were a tower of strength and love for Charlotte personally. You made a difference.
You had such a huge capacity and capability to achieve great things. And achieve great things you did. What a legacy on so many levels you leave behind.
You had a way of making people feel special. You would often say we were spiritually connected and I believe we were. Sara you were my soul mate, the kindest person, loving, most beautifully creative, inclusive, so very talented and humble. We lose you too soon, you were not done, we were not done.
Your presence though will continue to be felt, it will live on, and so you will be with us forever.
Your friend always, Lesley xx
Lesley Thompson
4th January 2024
Dearest Sara 🧡🧡, Namaste.
A beautiful soul, a wonderful friend. Memories of long walks in deep conversation: catching up on our families; discussing the antics of our beloved dogs; exploring our love of nature; sharing spiritual thoughts and insights; breathing; feeling joy.
We will all miss you in our yoga classes. Your dedication, ability, understanding, interpretation, enthusiasm, and absolute joy in your practice inspired all the other students and bought a greater depth to my teaching. Above all we will miss your smile.
Your support and wise words to the Rainbow Warriors during their struggles and life traumas will be greatly missed by all members of the group, but those words will continue to resonate through the support we will continue to give each other.
I bid a loving farewell to your physical presence, but I know I will feel you beside me as I tread our familiar paths, I will feel your energy greeting me in my yoga practice and in the yoga classes.
You will be in my heart forever. 💜💜
Om shanti, shanti, shanti, Om
Jenny x
To, Tony, Callum and Ella – You know how much she loved you all. Sending love and support over the next few days and into the future.
Jenny x
Jenny Meadows
4th January 2024