Memories of Laurie Brown-DiLorenzo

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Laurie Brown-DiLorenzo

Winchester, MA

November 27, 1948 - December 4, 2023

Nov 27, 1948 - Dec 4, 2023

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Jenny Burtis

1992

Before we were colleagues, Laurie was my therapist. She was so incredibly loving and nurturing. A perfect "2," as a mutual friend said. She went out of her way to send me poems by Rumi and others. She was also responsible for my joining the Diamond Approach community. I felt that she disclosed pieces of her own personal experience when she felt it was therapeutic and relevant. A wonderful, wonderful healer.

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Jenny Burtis

2000, Warwick, MA

It was that first COVID winter. Noone had been vaxed yet and I was living alone, struggling. Laurie sent me poems that had moved her, as well as a book, always with a note. She ended her notes with "Warmest wishes, Laurie". I always felt that she really meant that. Warmest wishes. Such a kind and loving being. "The best kind of 2," said a Diamond Approach friend recently, and I agree. The best kind of human! Miss you all the time, Laurie. Still carry you within me.

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Jenny Burtis

I saw Laurie in my 20's for psychotherapy with regard to childhood trauma. I trusted her fully and we did some good work which allowed me to go on to get an MSW and become a therapist. I would then see Laurie as a colleague at conferences, and her warmth, wisdom, and encouragement bouyed me and, I hope, came through in my work. My second-to-last and most important encounter with Laurie occurred in the summer of 2021 as I experienced a COVID-related utter breakdown. I was hospitalized and Laurie, in a phone call at the hospital said, "what you're going through is so very human." Those words were exactly what I needed to hear, (and she knew that) as I was truly feeling less than human. I will never forget those de-pathologizing words from her. My last conversation with Laurie was on October 3, 2023. I took notes because I didn't want to miss one bit of her essence coming through - we both felt enriched by that intimate zoom conversation. I'll never forget it, and I'll never forget Laurie. One way that she lives on in me is that I'm now a part of the Amherst, MA Diamond Approach group. Thank you Laurie, for being serious and wise and brave and deep and funny and kind! Jenny Burtis

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Prilla Guest

My deepest condolences to all members of Laurie's family . I know Laurie from retreats we both attended and always looked forward to seeing her . I will miss her warmth, friendship, kindness and intelligence. My love to Michael, and her siblings .

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Nusa Maal

To Laurie’s dear family. I am so so sorry to hear of Laurie’s passing. I remember the first time I met her at a retreat… she was stunning. Graceful, intelligent, soulful, caring gorgeous, perceptive, capable, and kindly thoughtful in a grounded way. I admired her so, and have then looked forward to seeing her at each next retreat, whenever possible. I knew she had a lot on her plate, but did not realize this. I just loved Laurie. Sending you all blessings, love, and appreciation that she was so loved.

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Bob Russell

I hope Michael can understand these words, but if not, then others who loved her might. Laurie was one of the kindest souls I’ve ever met. She gave generously of her wisdom and energy to everyone she met who was in need of it. Her compassionate heart touched all of her friends, and certainly her patients as well. Her life left a trail of love and healing, and especially for the love of her life, Michael. I personally miss her, and will as long as I live.

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