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2/1/2012

Almost 10 years after our darling girl left us, Jimmy Keane has graciously re-instated her website. My heart is bursting with gratitude ....and I ask all who knew and loved her to bring it alive and update it with your memories and pictures of her that we might, even now, fill in some of the many gaps in her short but vibrant life. Her music lives on in her two lads, Oliver and Anders who are now students in Glasgow. Her childhood home on Penpont is still there to welcome all who wish to bide a while. Maybe a Ceilidh on top of Tyron Doon in May will have her smiling down on yet another 'Gwen's Gathering'.I'm game!!! xxx
Maggie Sale

44 Comments

Raheel

2/1/2012 11:06:40 am

Gwen is really a beautiful soul. and i even sensed something when i was there at your home. She was a graceful and beautiful girl. I hope you are still connected with her Maggie and may God bless her soul.
She used to play really well; i have just started learning violin too from my class fellow Memoona.
Love & Light for you.
Warm regards,
Raheel

Maggi

2/1/2012 10:02:58 pm

Thank you Raheel... and good luck with your playing. I look forward to hearing it one day in person. I'm sure Pakistan would appreciate a few Scottish reels! Love and Peace...Maggi

James Stewart

1/22/2015 01:51:46 am

I never met or knew Gwen but I feel her presents through Maggi writings and through her brothers music.
Gwen lives on in Maggi's soul.

Andy Hancock

2/1/2012 08:44:52 pm

Although I never had the fortune to meet Gwen in person, through Maggie's descriptions and anecdotes I came to appreciate what a wonderful daughter she was and how sorely she must be missed by all those who knew her. It's lovely to see that she is still being remembered.
Best wishes from Japan,
Andy

Maggi

2/1/2012 10:09:03 pm

Oliver has made it as far as Japan as you know Andy... and he loved it! They seem to have an affinity with all things Scottish but little appreciation of a Celt in a Bearskin and full Highland Regalia piping for 6 hours non-stop in the Japanese sun! Thank you for your kind thoughts Andy ...I have heard from Yarrob and he is well! xxx

Francine

2/1/2012 10:05:45 pm

I would have loved to see you Gwen and being around you as a sister and I am sure you would have been a wonderful sibling for me, I miss you Gwen without Knowing you. I know you will hear my voice even you are the other far end I believe you can still listening.
xx

Maggi

2/1/2012 10:12:55 pm

And so she does indeed, darling child born under the African sky. She may be closer than you think and proud to call you a sister just as I am to call you my daughter.....the best samusa maker in Scotland... I believe! xxx

Nikki

2/2/2012 12:57:38 am

A woman I have never met in the physical but I see shine through in the hearts of dear friends.... Gwen you are an inspiration to me to live the life we are meant, to follow our heart path... may your light shine on through your loved ones and I'm sure we will cross paths on the other side xx

Maggi

2/2/2012 07:30:08 am

She might even trip you up on 'this side' Nikki! I have felt her presence very strongly every time I meet you. No doubt, one old Soul recognising another ..... and the 'Work' that has to continue on all levels, no matter what plane we are currently 'occupying'. Mair power tae yer elbow Hen! xxx

Terry

2/15/2012 01:31:11 am

Meeting Gwen, was like rediscovering a very dear friend you have always known, but didn't realise was missing until you met each other again. How close to my heart she will always be, as only friends who come together at the right time and place for one another can be. Tynron worked its magic that summer, sometimes I would find Gwen sitting quietly in the garden and at others she would come to the house and we would drink tea, chat and enjoy being in each others company. Before leaving Scotland for Chicago Gwen and I were in the garden saying our goodbyes to each other. The very last words she said to me were 'It will be a long time before we see each other again' 'Maybe, it's ten years closer now' Terry

Elaine Bracken (Johnson)

2/15/2012 03:17:56 pm

My times spent with Gwennie at Kev & Gill's in Tynron will always remain very special. These were great days; good music; good singing and most of all the 'F' word was never missing (FUN). Too many of the people who I shared this special time with are no longer with us.

maggi sale

2/16/2012 07:53:06 am

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2/18/2012 11:02:28 pm

Aye Elaine...I remember them well. Both Gill and Kev were like secondary parents to Gwen when I was off the Planet! He was such an inspiration to her music and is a great loss the the whole folk scene of the area. I imagine them kicking up quite a shindig with some of the other major players who left us for a bigger stage! I can hear then now! xxx

Dianne

2/18/2012 10:19:54 pm

me and Anne killin are sitting in starbucks reading all the comments and just remembering our own special times with Gwen. What a wonderful girl who brought such happiness to so many. It's great that she is remembered in this way. X

maggi sale

2/18/2012 11:05:24 pm

She is sitting there with you Dianne as you and Anne enjoy your coffee! She'd be delighted if you would share some of your daft times together with the rest of us!!! xxx

Diaan

3/22/2012 09:47:07 am

What a beautiful, beautiful soul you are Gwen. Though I did not "know you" in this lifetime, through this lovely tribute memorial by your beloved brother Paul, I feel as though I have a wee glimpse into your life and all the love and gifts that obviously were the hallmark of your life here. Thank you for all that you are and all that you left behind that continues to shine bright in the lives of others yet here. Shine on, beautiful Love Light!

maggi sale

3/22/2012 11:26:11 pm

Thank you Diaan for your kind and thoughtful sentiments. She does indeed, Shine on! love and many Blessings to you....Maggi xxx

Julie Elven link

5/3/2012 09:04:57 am

I didn't have the chance to know Gwen Sale in person, but what I heard about her is full of light, grace and loveliness. I'd like to send a little heart of light to her.

maggi sale

5/3/2012 06:38:36 pm

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this sharing Julie. It is a consolation to know that Gwen still touches others in wonderful ways.Some of them are coming to Scotland next week when we will laugh, cry, sing, dance and play in her memory. I will include you in that throng. Many Blessings to you xxx

Richard Smith

5/4/2012 02:34:21 am

Wow...In some ways it doesn't seem like it could be ten years and in others it feels like forever. I remember Gwen covered in mud after a particularly rainy bike ride through woods and naying like a horse and stomping her foot when she didn't get her way:) Miss her so!

maggisale

5/4/2012 03:09:07 am

I can see and hear her through your memories Richard. She was more horse than human much of the time and certainly a force to be reckoned with! That was our Nell! Bless you for your contribution xxx

Kim

5/10/2012 01:16:58 am

Eternity

He who binds to himself a joy
Does the wing'ed life destroy;
But he who kisses the joy as it flies
Lives in eternity's sun rise.

William Blake

We all kissed her on her flight. We cherish the flights we shared with you Gwen. Love you always, Kim

Bless you dearest and new-found sister. I can hardly contain the JOY that I am experiencing after our beautiful meeting today. ...So I won't try! Pressed down brim-full and running over that it is, I shall just let it flow where it will. Many Celtic Ble

5/10/2012 01:27:18 am

Mercy Nompone link

5/16/2012 12:41:22 pm

I took fiddle lessons from Gwen in Biloxi, MS when she was touring with a LOTD troupe. To this day, that time in my life is one I hold very dear to my heart. She was a true inspiration to me. I feel so incredibly blessed to have known her.

maggisale

5/16/2012 07:17:14 pm

Thank you dear Mercy. You have made my day! Gwen had a big and generous heart and loved sharing the Gift she was given...... a true love of music that transcends all the barriers of language and culture and connects us all in true harmony... if we let it! Continue to 'know' her every time you pick up your fiddle.

Stefan Andre Waligur link

8/8/2012 06:54:27 am

Beautiful! Simply beautiful! Thank you very much.
Stefan

maggi sale

8/8/2012 07:21:25 am

Thank you for giving her your time and attention Stefan. I never cease to be amazed, ten years on, how Gwen's 'life' continues to touch and affect others in ways I could never imagine. In many ways, she was larger than life and perhaps she needed to be freed of the limitations of her human identity, in order to live more fully.
Love in Christ.... Maggi xxx

Ems

10/23/2012 07:32:20 am

i think i have a lot to thank you for Gwen.. even though i did not know you in this world... i feel i know you through your beautiful family and their stories and poems and music created in your honour and memory... i feel somewhat guided by your hand... i want to give you this heart full of love and light <3 for your continued presence in all our lives... and to your wonderful family xxx

maggi sale

10/24/2012 04:07:02 am

Bless you Emma for your presence in our lives; it is no accident that we were guided to meet, share and co-create in LOVE xxx

Louise

1/16/2013 07:26:03 am

You came last night to my dreams and we laughed you knew I needed that thank you dear heart xx

maggi sale

4/21/2013 10:51:17 pm

Why does this not surprise me Louise? <3

Susan

5/7/2013 01:25:49 am

Gwen walks beside you Maggi and with her boys! She is the Wind and the Music and when you reunite at the end of the Journey she'll amaze you with the memories she shares with you of her presence beside you in this Life! I am constantly amazed at both your strength and hers, as you Dance together on the Road!

maggi sale

5/7/2013 02:05:37 am

Thank you Susan.... of this I am certain <3

James Stewart

5/7/2013 01:30:57 am

I never personally knew Gwen but through her Mum and seeing Gwen on youtube I feel I know Gwen. It is wonderful the world can still see and hear her.

maggi sale

5/7/2013 02:06:59 am

And that's all thanks to Rabbie Burns Jim! Bless you xxx

Polly Hansen

5/8/2013 12:09:08 pm

Seeing that photo of Gwen makes me want to love her too. Oh, Maggi, she was soooo beautiful. What a spirit.

maggi Sale

5/9/2013 09:06:03 pm

That's why I included it in my Book Polly! It's my favourite too!

Kim Fletcher

10/25/2013 10:47:41 am

Thank you Paul, for sharing this memorial site to your sister. May you remember her in your hearts and smile every time a thought of her comes to mind. What a beautiful woman she was.

kim

1/18/2014 07:03:45 pm

I never met Gwen I never knew her in her physical life. I have got to know this bright light of a lassie through her mum..Maggi Sale. Through Maggi's words and deep joy of remembering Gwen and all she did in her life has been enriching and beautiful. I feel a kinship with Gwen through her love of horses and every time I see one I think of Gwen. So gallop on sweet sister..love and joy you continue to spread. Peace and Love to all.

Maggi Sale

1/18/2014 09:52:21 pm

....And a deep neigh from beyond the veil to you dear Kim <3

Maggi Sale

1/18/2014 09:52:49 pm

....And a deep neigh from beyond the veil to you dear Kim x

maggi Sale

1/22/2015 01:02:27 am

Vicki Thorburn

2/10/2015 09:18:05 am

Having only recently befriended Maggi Sale, I have only just learned of her precious daughter Gwen's untimely demise. Through this wonderful memorial site I have got to know a remarkably talented and beautiful young woman. It would have been a great privilege to meet and know her!.....What an amazing free spirit! I hope a little bit of Gwen lives in all of us! Blessings to all her loving family!

maggi sale

2/10/2015 09:46:27 am

Thank you Vicki... I too have got to know my darling girl through the medium of this site...and am so grateful for it! Feel free to Share her with your world as she continues to delight and inspire wherever she lands as she is now unfettered by time or place <3 <3 <3

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