Sondra. La Idler of Idle Days, one of the founders of Tomorrow.sg and a friend has passed away. Mr Brown offers a better eulogy than I am able.:

Sondra, aka Idler of Idle Days passed away yesterday, from Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP), a rare blood disorder. I was informed of this by her sister.

Our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones.

Daryl pointed out a particular post she wrote about moving to the UK with her new love, and her plans for 2006, and he is right. It is gut-wrenching to read in the light of this shocking news. But also precious to us, because it was a rare glimpse into her personal side, her hopes, her dreams:

“I will miss my family and friends. I will miss the food, possibly shopping and above all, Singlish. I will miss my cat, the familiar smells of Singapore, the familiar sight of the lunchtime crowd in the CBD…. so many things!”

And we will miss you, girl.

I had met Sondra a total of three times and had exchanged occasional e-mails since leaving Singapore, about mostly irreverent matters. She initially struck me as a reserved person, although that impression dissolved over time. I regret not knowing her better and am saddened that I never will.

(photo via E@L)