I am sorry for you and your family’s loss. I feel your pain acutely, via your words.
Recently you wrote a column about death. I was too vulnerable to respond at the time. But, that open wound that I had, has sustained some healing around the edges.
On February 20, my dear sister of 63 years, Marigrace, passed away. She had experienced a wonderful family day on Sunday, February 19, seeing her beloved daughter,two grandkids and our brother Monday morning, 2/20, she did not show up for school, where she teaches. A friend discovered her deceased in her bed.
Since that awful phone call and today, I have experienced many things. The loss is huge, the grief is unbearable at times, the helplessness and consequent “discombobulation” is part of the process, I understand.
I am sustained by the proud soldier that my niece presents to the world. She is a “legacy” of my sister’s parenting and love. Neither she, nor her husband, will let this loss get in the way of their family life and hope
My sister’s work legacy is also very sustaining. She taught for 42 years in the same high school. She was now teaching students who’s parents were her students.
The loss spurred me to action in a couple of ways: I bought six tickets to see Bruce Springsteen on 8/24 at Foxborough. I booked an adventure type trip to Costa Rica for November.
Marigrace’s legacy is wide reaching and full of love and light. I intend to take a leaf “from her book”.
Thanks for always leading me to think and articulate a response to your ideas.
My dear friend. Nothing like loss to pull us up fast and hard. If not now, when? I’m delighted to hear of your action steps: Springsteen. Costa Rica. Bravo. Live it up!! 💙🙏💙
Sorry about your family’s loss. I know I’m Judaism we say people that pass have 30 days to say goodbye to loved ones before their souls move on. It is a comforting thought.
My dear Carol:
I am sorry for you and your family’s loss. I feel your pain acutely, via your words.
Recently you wrote a column about death. I was too vulnerable to respond at the time. But, that open wound that I had, has sustained some healing around the edges.
On February 20, my dear sister of 63 years, Marigrace, passed away. She had experienced a wonderful family day on Sunday, February 19, seeing her beloved daughter,two grandkids and our brother Monday morning, 2/20, she did not show up for school, where she teaches. A friend discovered her deceased in her bed.
Since that awful phone call and today, I have experienced many things. The loss is huge, the grief is unbearable at times, the helplessness and consequent “discombobulation” is part of the process, I understand.
I am sustained by the proud soldier that my niece presents to the world. She is a “legacy” of my sister’s parenting and love. Neither she, nor her husband, will let this loss get in the way of their family life and hope
My sister’s work legacy is also very sustaining. She taught for 42 years in the same high school. She was now teaching students who’s parents were her students.
The loss spurred me to action in a couple of ways: I bought six tickets to see Bruce Springsteen on 8/24 at Foxborough. I booked an adventure type trip to Costa Rica for November.
Marigrace’s legacy is wide reaching and full of love and light. I intend to take a leaf “from her book”.
Thanks for always leading me to think and articulate a response to your ideas.
My dear friend. Nothing like loss to pull us up fast and hard. If not now, when? I’m delighted to hear of your action steps: Springsteen. Costa Rica. Bravo. Live it up!! 💙🙏💙
You sound as though you are in a good place, if a poignant one. I am a phone visit away, should you want conversation.
Thank you, my dear friend ❤️
I love your mindset Carol. Thank you for sharing your story of inspirational change. A great message for a Friday!
Sorry about your family’s loss. I know I’m Judaism we say people that pass have 30 days to say goodbye to loved ones before their souls move on. It is a comforting thought.
Thank you so much! ❤️