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Title: Rennie fell asleep driving home
Post by: Yrose on November 08, 2010, 08:15:49 AM
We have lost 1 of our own and one in critical condition. Please keep all in your prayers. Papa Gnomes daughter Brittnay Tidwell was killed.
http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section=news%2Flocal&id=7771021
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Post by: KiltedPrivateer on November 08, 2010, 08:20:18 AM
Thats terrible news - We wish peace for both familys and pray for Sara's recovery.
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Post by: Laird Fraser of Lovatt on November 08, 2010, 08:30:00 AM
Prayers go out to the families... a sad day.  :(
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Post by: Rani Zemirah on November 08, 2010, 08:34:04 AM
Sending prayers to both families, and healing energy, as well.
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Post by: Trillium on November 08, 2010, 08:35:58 AM
How horrible!!   :'(
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Post by: dbaldock on November 08, 2010, 08:37:53 AM
Praying for both families.
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Post by: ravic on November 08, 2010, 08:39:44 AM
Side note, this is NOT the wreck on 1774 last night. Still waiting word on that one.
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Post by: Bonny Pearl on November 08, 2010, 08:45:18 AM
Our prayers go out to the families.   :'(
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Post by: Shandi on November 08, 2010, 08:51:11 AM
Quote from: ravic on November 08, 2010, 08:39:44 AM
Side note, this is NOT the wreck on 1774 last night. Still waiting word on that one.

that's this one unless there was another, becasue the one I passed looked like a motorcycle under a big truck that had traffic backed up to the ren fair gates into magnolia
http://www.kbtx.com/news/headlines/Head-on_Collision_Causes_Major_Delays_on_FM_1774_and_203_104858414.html
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Post by: ravic on November 08, 2010, 08:54:14 AM
Yes, that's it
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Post by: The Rogue Gambit on November 08, 2010, 09:25:45 AM
my thoughts and prayers go out to both families
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Post by: Hibernian on November 08, 2010, 09:36:57 AM
In our prayers today.
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Post by: DonaCatalina on November 08, 2010, 09:49:55 AM
Our hopes for any possible recovery go out to both families.
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Post by: Tipsy Gypsy on November 08, 2010, 10:07:05 AM
Prayers for peace and strength going up for those who love them.
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Post by: Blue66669 on November 08, 2010, 10:12:47 AM
Brittnay was a wonderful girl, and had one of the warmest smiles I've ever seen. We will miss her greatly.
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Post by: eloquentXI on November 08, 2010, 10:24:16 AM
I'm so stunned right now.
I only knew of her in passing but she had a beautiful smile and spirit.

2010 needs to be over NOW.
We've lost...seven or eight Rennies since this year started between Scarby and TRF.
Enough is enough. :'(

My heart goes out to her family.
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Post by: Shandi on November 08, 2010, 10:53:42 AM
another article on the accident  :'(
http://montgomerycountypolicereporter.com/?p=16352
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Post by: *Teach* on November 08, 2010, 11:01:30 AM
It seems like only yesterday that I was at Scol's funeral and now his girl has joined him
I don't know what to do or say
I am just stunned by all of it
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Post by: *Teach* on November 08, 2010, 11:10:43 AM
I just got off the phone with Andi.
There may be a memorial for her at Gnome camp this weekend.
totally unsure of it all right now though, to early to know anything for certain
I will make sure and post here as soon as I know
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Post by: ravic on November 08, 2010, 12:23:51 PM
Brittany was in my booth shortly before close on Sunday. Maybe Sarah but not sure. Don't have a pic of Sarah.

There will be a participant & family only memorial inside faire this weekend after close. I'm sure there will be others from her extended fairemly.
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Post by: LadyJessica on November 08, 2010, 01:35:41 PM
I'm with Teach...

It does seem like only a few days ago that we were farewelling Scol, and now his daughter has joined him.  My prayers go out to her family as well as healing prayers for Sara.
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Post by: Shandi on November 08, 2010, 01:52:33 PM
So often we get in our cars/trucks and drive knowing we are tierd, I'm guilty of it. I think we all need to take a moment to put this young girls memory in our hearts so that we think, and make the right decision to not drive when your tierd. I was trapped at TRF Sunday night and ended up not able to leave for almost 2 hours and I think it was a good thing, I cursed the people that blocked me in but I was very tierd and ended up napping while I waited for someone to move. I still got stuck in traffic from the other accident for 2+ hours. I am sure going to take being tierd a little more seriously now.
Take a moment to hug the ones you love, it seems that sometimes they are taken from us with no warning....I am so sad for the family of these girls.
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Post by: irish on November 08, 2010, 01:55:55 PM
Our heartfelt prayer and thoughts, go to you all!
We pray her family and friends, find some Peace and comfort during this time.
And we hope the other young lady who was injured finds healing.
She is also in our prayers!
Blessings!
Sterling Renaissance Family
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Post by: C Dragonworks on November 08, 2010, 02:17:34 PM
Word about the other is it was our Joust French Knight and though he is bruised up and has a broken leg and several riibs he will live to ride another day...got this news via FB and Capt'n Fletch... So much better news there!! Not bad when it is a motorcycle involved!
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Post by: Merlin the Elder on November 08, 2010, 02:18:44 PM
I did not know this young lady, but to you, her friends, I offer my most heartfelt sympathies. I don't live in Texas to follow the obits. If there is a family requested memorial, would you post it here? I would like to send something...
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Post by: SolRac on November 08, 2010, 04:19:41 PM
Thoughts and prayers to the Family. :-[
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Post by: Shandi on November 08, 2010, 04:29:21 PM
Quote from: C Dragonworks on November 08, 2010, 02:17:34 PM
Word about the other is it was our Joust French Knight and though he is bruised up and has a broken leg and several riibs he will live to ride another day...got this news via FB and Capt'n Fletch... So much better news there!! Not bad when it is a motorcycle involved!


WOW that he survived that is freaking AMAZING!!! I was sure the result was fatal. That bike was a bit of shiny metal under that truck...WOW!! praise God and the powers that be that watch over bikers!
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Post by: brier patch charlie on November 08, 2010, 04:35:17 PM
My heart goes out to the family, the lose of a father and now a daughter.
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Post by: Queen Bonnie on November 08, 2010, 05:00:40 PM
 What sad news to come home to. My heart goes out to the families. Hugs too. What a terrible thing to happen!
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Post by: Pat McGroin on November 08, 2010, 07:25:22 PM
My prayers go out to the families.
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Post by: lady M on November 08, 2010, 07:34:04 PM
Praying for both families. Praying for Sara's quick and total recovery. I pray that the ALMIGHTY comforts Brittnay's family.
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Post by: Lady Kett on November 08, 2010, 08:35:22 PM
What horrible news - our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to all of them and their families.
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Post by: angusmacinnes on November 08, 2010, 08:41:51 PM
I am saddend to learn of this loss and am sending prayers for both families and for Sara's recovery.
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Post by: Lady Rosaline on November 08, 2010, 09:23:20 PM
Healing thoughts and prayers and going out to the families and friends of all the people involved in these wrecks.  May they find peace and heal well.
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Post by: Just Randall on November 08, 2010, 10:10:56 PM
Good news, word is that Sarah has been released from the hospital.
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Post by: Dracconia on November 09, 2010, 01:22:22 AM
Huzzah for the release, and prayers of healings and love to all involved.
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Post by: ladyharrogate on November 09, 2010, 06:10:21 AM
Prayers and good thoughts to all those involved from the ren family at CRF. 
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Post by: irish on November 09, 2010, 06:32:50 AM
Wonderful news about Sara!
Now I pray, she finds comfort and Peace, during her time of sorrow, with the loss of her friend.
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Post by: Yrose on November 09, 2010, 06:59:13 AM
So glad to hear Sara is recovering well and our continued prayers to all through this time of sorrow.
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Post by: DonaCatalina on November 09, 2010, 07:06:30 AM
So glad to wake up to good news. But our thoughts will continue with Sara as she makes her recovery.
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Post by: dbaldock on November 09, 2010, 09:16:40 AM
There's a short video tribute - "In Memory of Brittnay (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tpCr9TrNr-0)" by Brian Merritt, Josh Parmer, & Vincent Merritt (a.k.a.- Ye Olde Vlog (on Facebook) (http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001807911078)).
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Post by: LadyStitch on November 09, 2010, 10:47:35 AM
We were in camp and heard sirens.  It is sad to know that those sirens were for one of our own.  :'(
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Post by: Rani Zemirah on November 09, 2010, 12:16:11 PM
Still sending prayers of comfort and healing to both families... and prayers of gratitude that my loved ones, including my Fairemily, are safe at this moment.  Things like this remind us that life is fragile and fleeting, and to show our appreciation for those we hold dear. 

All of you here mean so very much to me, and life is richer with all of you in it.  Thank you...
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Post by: ravic on November 09, 2010, 12:29:39 PM
Quote from: LadyStitch on November 09, 2010, 10:47:35 AM
We were in camp and heard sirens.  It is sad to know that those sirens were for one of our own.  :'(

That accident was the French knight, who is still alive.

The accident with Brittany & Sarah was many miles way.
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Post by: irish on November 09, 2010, 01:11:01 PM
{{{Hugssssssss.........Rani}}} :)

{{{Huggsssss to you all}}}
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Post by: Lord Clisto of York on November 09, 2010, 03:37:41 PM
Prayers and thought go out to all. To much tragedy this season on the circuit.
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Post by: FaeHollow on November 09, 2010, 03:51:18 PM
3rd faire related tragedy in 4 weeks... I am in SHOCK still. She was a bright light on cast and I wish I had known her better. I will always remember her as a cheerful courageous and smiling presence and she had nothing but kind words for me. TRF grew a little darker this week with the loss of her smile but it does live on in our memories. Here's to Brittnay may she live with the faire forever and may all that enter the gates feel the warmth of her smile and spirit.
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Post by: Merlin the Elder on November 09, 2010, 03:55:13 PM
Here, here! I raise a toast in her honour.

No one has mentioned any requested memorials. Any word yet? Perhaps I should make a donation to RESCU in her name?
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Post by: FaeHollow on November 09, 2010, 04:03:48 PM
Here are the memorials I am able to find right now:

There will be a TRF participant only memorial for her at Faire around 9 pm, participants are requested to bring a white candle and a picture or something to add to a memory book.

and then this was posted as well:

For all those that loved our precious Brittnay. Our dear friend Peggy has graciously set up a memorial fund at Wells Fargo Bank. If you feel like helping the family you can donate at any Wells Fargo Bank. The account is set up as Peggy Land memorial fund for Brittnay Tidwell. If you have any questions or concerns please call Liz at 281-235-4958

I hope this helps!
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Post by: Merlin the Elder on November 09, 2010, 04:12:52 PM
Thank you, luv. I don't think we have Wells Fargo banks up here that I'm aware of, but I'll get in touch with them.
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Post by: THELADYKAT on November 09, 2010, 07:15:18 PM
Prayers and good thoughts go out to the family. Myself and a few others found out about this Monday Morning and we just hugged eachother. we are sadden by this lost. She was a wonderful person.
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Post by: ladyharrogate on November 11, 2010, 03:42:31 PM
We're getting bits of info here and there in Carolina.  It sounds like RESCU has information on both accidents and you should be able to find out more from the Rescu reps in TX.  As far as the French knight.  He was pretty seriously hurt and has a long recovery ahead of him but it looks like he is going to pull through.  I am so sorry for all you have gone through in TX. 
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Post by: Rowan MacD on November 11, 2010, 05:06:39 PM
Quote from: Merlin the Elder on November 09, 2010, 04:12:52 PM
Thank you, luv. I don't think we have Wells Fargo banks up here that I'm aware of, but I'll get in touch with them.
If you have Wachovia there, it's the same bank.  WF bought them out, but the bank kept it's name.   See if they have a record of the fund. 
Perhaps they will allow online donations.
   
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Post by: Riot on November 15, 2010, 07:57:00 PM
Quote from: *Teach* on November 08, 2010, 11:01:30 AM
It seems like only yesterday that I was at Scol's funeral and now his girl has joined him
I don't know what to do or say
I am just stunned by all of it

Yeah I'm with you, I haven't even been able to take his cell number out of my cell phone yet..