Sunday 18 March 2012

The CCM

My wonderful mother, known to you all as the CCM (Caked Crusader’s Ma), passed away yesterday following a short illness.

I’m taking a little break from blogging while my family and I try to recover from this most awful of events. I can’t even begin to imagine how the world can ever seem the same again.

Hope to be back soon.

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88 comments:

  1. Anonymous18 March 2012 at 17:04

    Sending deepest condolences to you and your family. It is very hard to suddenly lose your mum, I know. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Much love. ab

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  2. Caroline18 March 2012 at 17:19

    My deepest sympathies. I can't even begin to imagine how you are feeling right now, but you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love C xxx

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  3. daisychain 18 March 2012 at 17:41

    My sincere condolences to you and your family. I enjoy reading your blog - don't stay away too long.

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  4. Lauralovescakes18 March 2012 at 17:46

    I'm really sorry to hear your sad news, condolences to you and your family xx

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  5. Maggie18 March 2012 at 18:24

    So sad CC. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

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  6. Victory Rolls & Mixing Bowls18 March 2012 at 18:29

    I am so sorry, sending all my love to you and your family xxxxxxxxx

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  7. Baking Addict18 March 2012 at 18:46

    Such sad news :( My sincere condolences to you and your family. Sending you lots of hugs and kind thoughts xx

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  8. Anonymous18 March 2012 at 18:47

    So, so sorry to hear this very sad news. Sincere condolences.

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  9. Anonymous18 March 2012 at 19:19

    I know how difficult this must be for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. rx

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  10. I heart cupcakes18 March 2012 at 19:26

    So sorry to read this - my deepest condolences to you and your family. Sending you hugs from me and Manny xx

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  11. ClareBears18 March 2012 at 19:38

    Such awful news :( sending you my thoughts and best wishes

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  12. Lisa Shannon18 March 2012 at 19:51

    So sorry to hear this awful news ,sincere condolences to you and your lovely family. Take care Lisa and Nick x

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  13. Maria♥18 March 2012 at 19:56

    My condolences to you and your family.

    Maria
    x

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  14. Jean18 March 2012 at 20:03

    I am so sorry to hear this. To have your world turned upside down in this way is just awful.
    I wish you and your family all the best at this very difficult time.

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  15. Unknown18 March 2012 at 20:23

    I am so so sorry to hear about your loss.

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  16. Kezia18 March 2012 at 20:49

    I am so so sorry to hear of your tragic news. x

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  17. Claire18 March 2012 at 20:52

    Oh I am so very sorry. That is just so sad. When I saw the title CCM I thought of great a cake the CC must have made for mothers day. I was thinking of the lemon cake and other favourites you have spoken of the CCM liking over the years. It must be a horrible time for you all. I am once again truly sorry and will look forward to your return. Take all the time you need. I for one will certainly be here when you get back. X x x

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  18. talesofpiglingbland18 March 2012 at 21:56

    There's nothing I can say to come even close to making anything remotely better, but wanted to say that my thoughts are with you. Even though I don't know you properly, I feel like I do.

    Gill

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  19. Joanne18 March 2012 at 22:11

    My deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers are sent to you and all your family at this time.

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  20. Sherpa18 March 2012 at 22:13

    My condolences. That's truly awful for you and your family.

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  21. Two Wednesdays18 March 2012 at 22:17

    So so sorry - so shocked. My sympathy goes to you and your family.

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  22. Jo18 March 2012 at 22:47

    I'm so sorry to hear about your lovely mum, sending my deepest condolences to you and your family. Take all the time you need. Will be thinking of you x

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  23. Anonymous18 March 2012 at 22:51

    So sorry to hear of your lose, sending my deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts are with you all.

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  24. Susie @ Fold in the Flour18 March 2012 at 23:33

    So sorry to hear your news. Deepest condolences to you and your family. X

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  25. Anonymous19 March 2012 at 00:40

    I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

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  26. farah19 March 2012 at 00:54

    Sending my sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficut time. We are all thinking of you. Lots of love xx

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  27. Llamabean19 March 2012 at 02:44

    My deepest sympathies, you and your family are in my thoughts.
    I love seeing the recipes you made for your mom as I am a lemon lover too.
    I'm so sorry for your loss.
    Please take the time you need.

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  28. Lisa Marie19 March 2012 at 06:03

    Dear CC,
    I am so very sorry. From your blog, your mother sounds like she was a delightful and interesting woman. I hope the memories of your mother comfort you and give you peace. My blessings to you and your family.
    Lisa Marie

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  29. Anonymous19 March 2012 at 09:18

    Deepest condolences in this hard time. Take your time, best wishes,
    Barbara

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  30. Anonymous19 March 2012 at 10:28

    My deepest sympathy to you and all your family , loosing your Mum is allways the hardest thing , I am not religious but I will keep you all in my thoughts .Love Chris

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  31. Angela @lesgetbaking19 March 2012 at 10:38

    My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family x

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  32. V19 March 2012 at 10:40

    I am so sorry. Although we can't possibly pretend to know you or your family, your affection for each other is clear from your posts, and your talents, humour and joyful ability to entertain and educate are surely a tribute to your mum and your family. My mother passed away suddenly five years ago and though the pain remains it has eventually come to balance with remembering so much that is good and still with my family because of her. Nothing anyone can say will help at this time I know but I hope that eventually you will find a similar kind of peace. Thinking of you all.

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  33. Melanie19 March 2012 at 12:20

    Sympathy and very best wishes, I hope the CC blogging resumes v. soon.

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  34. sensibilia19 March 2012 at 13:08

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss, CC. This will take some dealing with. You have lost her too soon in your life.

    I lost my mum at the age of 34, I was not ready, and it did make a huge difference to my outlook on the world. Nothing can replace a mother's love.

    I can only say, take the time you need, and don't feel that you have to be brave. It's OK to cry and cry.

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  35. Anonymous19 March 2012 at 13:40

    so sorry to hear this CC. sending warm thoughts and best wishes

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  36. Annie19 March 2012 at 15:25

    Thinking of you and your family at this horrible time. Deepest condolences

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  37. Lady of the Cloth19 March 2012 at 16:45

    I am so sorry. I know what it is like. Time will soften the blow, but if you have good memories with your Mom, they will become more precious. Be good to yourself and know you are thought of and prayed for.

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  38. Lucy19 March 2012 at 18:58

    Thinking of you in this difficult time and sending much love. X

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  39. Johanna GGG20 March 2012 at 02:03

    I'm so sorry to hear the sad news - warm wishes to you and your family - hope you are able to take as much time as you need to grieve and remember

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  40. Katie20 March 2012 at 07:30

    I'm am so sorry to hear of your loss. That must be a huge shock. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care

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  41. Fiona20 March 2012 at 09:34

    Sending you and your family my sincerest condolences. I don't think any of us are prepared for the time when our parents pass. It's heart-wrenching for me to even think about it, so I cannot even begin to imagine how you are feeling right now. Just know that you are in our thoughts. Take your time away to grieve and heal, we will be here when you return xx

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  42. Helen @ Fuss Free Flavours20 March 2012 at 12:06

    I am so so sorry to read this.

    My deepest condolences and sympathy.

    Much love

    xx

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  43. fiona20 March 2012 at 12:32

    So sorry to hear of your loss, thinking of you. x Fiona

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  44. trash20 March 2012 at 14:38

    Oh. I am so so sorry to hear your news and offer you and the entire CC Family my sympathy.

    Wishing you peace and strength.

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  45. Anonymous20 March 2012 at 15:46

    So very sorry to hear that, she must have been so proud of you x

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  46. Anonymous20 March 2012 at 15:46

    I'm so sorry to hear that, she must have been very proud of you x

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  47. Anonymous20 March 2012 at 17:41

    So sorry. My best wishes to you and your family.

    I wish you a long life.
    Ruth

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  48. Anonymous20 March 2012 at 18:21

    So sorry to hear the news. Time is a great healer and, although things seem impossible now, they do get marginally easier every day.

    Much love, G

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  49. Annaclover20 March 2012 at 18:23

    I'm just so sorry. I can't even imagine how you are feeling right now. I have always loved CCM recipes being a lemon lover myself, and adored the David Tennant cakes. My thoughts are with you and your family

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  50. carolyn20 March 2012 at 18:28

    I'm so sorry to hear of your sad loss. My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time for you all.

    Take care

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  51. Clare20 March 2012 at 21:43

    I'm so sorry to hear about your Mum. such sad news. condolences to you and your family x

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  52. Anonymous21 March 2012 at 13:55

    Deepest condolences to you all. Hugs to you all at this difficult time.
    Zoe in Holland

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  53. Anonymous21 March 2012 at 18:22

    So sorry to hear. Always come to your site for your frou frou cupcakes.
    May your Mother rest in peace. Gráinne, Dublin, Ireland.

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  54. Ysabel21 March 2012 at 20:23

    I'm so sorry to hear about your sad news. My deepest condolences to you and you family.

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  55. Anonymous21 March 2012 at 20:44

    I'm so sorry for loss. My thoughts are with you and your family x

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  56. Cookingdragon22 March 2012 at 10:24

    I have only recently found your blog but absolutely love your cakes and have been thouroughly charmed by the whole CC family.It has made me smile in difficult times. As others have said I feel as if I know you and felt choked when I read your news. I am so sorry. With sincere condolences xx

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  57. mrs mac22 March 2012 at 10:31

    sincere sympathies to you all. there are no words that can take the hurt away. take strength from your loved ones and remember her with a smile
    jane
    x

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  58. Gemma22 March 2012 at 19:51

    My deepest sympathies to you and your family, sending you kind thoughts xx

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  59. Choclette22 March 2012 at 20:09

    So very very sorry to hear this. It must be a very difficult time for you and your family - my deepest sympathy. Do take care.

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  60. anon23 March 2012 at 04:13

    i'm so sorry, cc. please accept my sincere condolences.

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  61. Cybèle23 March 2012 at 12:29

    So sorry to hear this - my deepest condolences. I'll remember her for the lemon cake recipes you have done.

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  62. mona24 March 2012 at 06:06

    I'm so sorry to hear this, please do take as long as you need. My thoughts are with you and your family.


    mona

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  63. Lady Chutney24 March 2012 at 17:19

    I am so sorry to hear your sad news. Thinking of you and your family.

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  64. Alison's Bakery25 March 2012 at 15:48

    Have been really busy this week and not had a chance to visit your blog so only just seen this. So very very sorry. My thoughts and sympathies are with you and your family at this sad time. Big (((hugs))) Love, Alison xxx

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  65. Ruthie25 March 2012 at 21:04

    I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time xx

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  66. Anonymous25 March 2012 at 22:59

    My most sincere condolances and heartfelt best wishes to you and your family.

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  67. Anonymous25 March 2012 at 22:59

    My most sincere condolances and heartfelt best wishes to you and your family.

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  68. Patty O.26 March 2012 at 05:10

    Wow, I am SO very sorry! So, so sorry.

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  69. pv12326 March 2012 at 09:22

    So sorry to hear this news. You have already made your Mum immortal through your wonderful blog, and we will remember her with the great affection you've expressed for her on these pages. RIP CCM. Hugs to you, CC.

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  70. Anonymous26 March 2012 at 22:08

    So, so sorry to hear of your loss.

    Peace and blessings to you and your family.

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  71. Anonymous29 March 2012 at 00:04

    It is a trying moment, my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

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  72. Hannah30 March 2012 at 21:06

    I am desperately sorry to hear your news. I also lost my mum after a very short illness so I have some idea of what you are going through. Sending you my condolences and much love Hannah xx

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  73. Anonymous2 April 2012 at 07:26

    So sorry. It really does leave a void. Time soothes but does not heal.

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  74. Ann3 April 2012 at 10:53

    I lost both my parents in a 3 week period 3 years ago. It is so hard to realise that they are gone, especially my Mum. It may not help now, but you will be able to smile again - I use some of my mum's kitchen gadgets and books and can still see and hear her baking things.

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  75. Jacqueline Meldrum4 April 2012 at 14:11

    Oh CC, I am so sorry. Hugs and love from me xx

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  76. Cakelaw5 April 2012 at 10:26

    I am so sorry to hear this Crusader. Please accept my sincere condolences.

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  77. Anonymous5 April 2012 at 15:52

    there are no words, just keep up with your crusade in memory of your much loved mother

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  78. Anne8 April 2012 at 11:34

    Sending you my deepest condolences and to you and your family at this sad time. I can't imagine what you must be going through but you will be in my thoughts and prayers, look after yourself and know you are being thought of.

    Anne
    x

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  79. mag9 April 2012 at 19:42

    Am so sorry to hear the sad news. Sincere condolences to you and your family.

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  80. Anonymous9 April 2012 at 20:48

    my condolences to you and your family.
    x

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  81. Sumaiyyah13 April 2012 at 13:47

    My deepest condolences to you and your family, CC. Take care!

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  82. Rachael13 April 2012 at 14:37

    I am so so sorry to hear such sad news. I'm sure I can speak on behalf of us all when I say that we came to know your mum through your amazing stories. Your whole family is in my thoughts, much love, rach xxx

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  83. Hazel - Chicken in a Cherry Sauce15 April 2012 at 23:00

    So sorry to hear Caked Crusader :( sending my love to you and your family xx

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  84. Georgia17 April 2012 at 16:49

    So sorry for your loss. Wishing you, and the CC family, strength and peace at this awful time.

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  85. Ms C @ HappyElastic17 April 2012 at 19:31

    I am so sorry to read that. My condolences to you and the family

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  86. Christine G2 May 2012 at 12:05

    The pain of the loss comes from the joy of the relationship and one day you will be able to enjoy the happy memories whilst the pain will be more bareable. with love and empathy!x

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  87. Victoria24 May 2012 at 21:13

    I'm so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.xxx

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  88. Anonymous10 June 2012 at 17:52

    I'm so sorry - I haven't been on your blog (i know a crime) for ages and was backtracking to see what I missed.

    I am truly very sorry for your loss and for all those who knew and loved your Mother.

    I pray you are all comforted and eased through this difficult time CC.

    Take it easy, take your time with life and cakes and stuff...

    In my thoughts. Hugs to you. Roze xx

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