@austin_towle: Hope everyone is doing well. I had a wave of grief hit and then remembered to post on tik tok lol. Sorry I don’t post much anymore. If you’d like to get ahold of me please message on Instagram and I’ll do my best to respond. See you soon
The tattoo I had done yesterday 🥺🤍 still think of her everyday and remember how grateful I am to be here. You never need to apologise. You are doing amazingly.
2026-09-26 20:12:05
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Bonnie :
I’m sorry. I lost my brother to cancer in 1988. I promise it gets easier. However, you will still grieve. I do. My brother was everything to me. I followed Sydney’s journey and prayed for her and her family. I still do. I pray you find your peace. Xo
2026-09-26 18:55:01
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susansessa :
Grieving a loved one is the worst thing about life itself.
2026-09-26 19:14:51
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CRISTIE ATTAWAY :
Do whatever you want. You can still talk to her. Just do it. I talk to my sister who passed 3 years ago.
2026-09-26 18:52:15
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Cora Cluver :
Austin, I am 59 and my Hubs has cholangiocarcinoma. He is 2 1/2 years in. Stage 4. Syd was the very first person I found on TikTok when I was scrambling to find info and hear from real people about their experiences. Oh what a a gift she was to me. It must be hard to imagine people who never met Syd actually grieving her. I do. I grieve her. I experience her loss very vividly in my day to day life…like so many others here. You are not alone. Of course our grief is not the same and I am very deeply sorry for your loss. I am grateful that you and your mom continue to post when you are up to it. It helps me in a way. Now we care about you guys in real ways, too. Seriously. I come to check on both of you, now. I do it for Syd. I think she would have a very full heart to know that our care for her extends to you and your mom. Anyway, I can’t image running 26 blocks, let alone 26 miles😂, but I am over here cheering you on. Let’s goooooooo! Take care of you. We are here with you. 💚
2026-09-27 00:05:32
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trashpandas___🦩 :
Good to see you❤️Grief is horrible. I lost my identical twin almost 5 years ago and I am still grieving deeply. Sydney was incredibly special. I know your analogy well. Sibling loss is so hard. Sending an abundance of love. Your sister is so proud of you 💕💕💕
2026-09-26 18:46:11
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Sharon Brumbaugh692 :
If posting isn't for you, then don't do it. Just do it when you feel like it. You don't have to be constant. Keep swimming as Sydney would say.
2026-09-26 18:56:06
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Linda :
We love you Austin and your mom too. Don’t go away!!❤️🙏
2026-09-27 01:40:26
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LMSR29 :
Austin, your speech was very good and I’m so proud of you. Post when the mood strikes you. This does suck. We miss her a lot. 💚💚
2026-09-27 02:08:22
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GreenbeanDreams :
Good analogy & yeah, it does suck.
2026-09-26 18:45:54
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dspano9 :
You are very strong and brave. Seeing you keeps our connection to her alive. Thank you
2026-09-26 18:43:05
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leehigh :
Grief is a mysterious thing. Hits you out of nowhere and then thankfully recedes enough to give you a chance to catch your breath again. It does suck - big time. Please know you have people in your corner every day. ❤️
2026-09-26 18:55:45
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Zoë :
Thank you for continuing to share your journey. routing for you and your family 🩵
2026-09-26 18:42:58
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Tamara Hillstrom :
Great analogy. Can’t imagine how hard it is for you. I miss Syd and I’ve never even met her. Take care. You’re an amazing brother and I’m happy you’re here!❤️
2026-09-27 05:18:03
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Karen Mann410 :
GRIEF IS THE LAST ACT OF LOVE WE HAVE TO GIVE! WHERE THERE IS DEEP GRIEF, THERE WAS GREAT LOVE! [Broken heart]
2026-09-27 05:13:12
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Teri :
Thank you for posting. We are here for you and know you miss her terribly. Just give yourself some grace. We are lifting you up from
2026-09-27 02:13:41
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Theresa :
Sending you love. You’re a good, loving brother. Syd’s spirit is with you.
2026-09-26 22:42:40
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appleuser95366915 :
Grief is love. Lucky to have had it, ironically.
2026-09-26 20:01:34
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Just watching :
When you feel up to it, could you talk a little bit about the trial she was doing with the NIH? Was she too sick for it to be effective? I know her last month was really tough and if you’d rather not discuss it, I understand.
2026-09-26 19:12:58
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Ap2807 :
Your intonation sounds so much like Syd’s. I commented on your mother’s post earlier, but I also wanted to say to you that Syd truly inspires me to be a better person. She left such a beautiful and lasting mark on this world, and I hope that, in time, you can find some comfort in knowing how deeply she touched the lives of others.
2026-09-26 18:48:42
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Riem :
Pls post just whenever you feel you need to Austin… We are all here for you… Hugs 💕💕
2026-09-26 18:46:43
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lexi mae :
I wish nothing but love for you austin. i hope that as time goes on when your ball hits that button as it inevitably will, that it pours nothing but love, passion, and purpose through you 🤍 grief is so raw and difficult but you and your sweet mom are handling it with such grace. syd would be so proud
2026-09-26 18:45:55
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C’estbon424 :
We love to hear from you, sorry it sucks. Grief is such a huge transition.
2026-09-26 18:47:35
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Lexi Vogler :
Thinking of you and your mom always
2026-09-26 19:07:04
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Sharon Hourie Thomas 🇨🇦 :
I’m so sorry
2026-09-26 23:37:04
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