Thanks for your thoughtfulness. Each one of us has a unique way of
viewing aging. My wife grew up in a very tight knit family of siblings,
parents, and grandparents. After her dad died in 2001, she was the only
one left, aside from some cousins that were never that close. The older
she got, the more she recalled her early life and hated the fact that
the others, her lifelong support group, were all gone.
Think positive thoughts!
Jim Nichols
Tullahoma, TN USA
On 5/8/2015 6:42 PM, Bob Whitmire wrote:
Poignant. Well done. And condolences again on your loss. Every day I pray I am
taken first.
--Bob Whitmire
Certified Neanderthal
On May 7, 2015, at 1:28 PM, Jim Nichols <jhnichols@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
I have always admired Nathan's faithfulness in visiting the graves of his
parents. This year, after losing my wife at the end of February, it was a race
against time and the weather to get a marker and flowers in place by Mother's
Day. Today, with three days to spare, I finished the task.
http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/Marker+B_amp_W.JPG.html
There is quite a difference in the imposing markers and statuary that Nathan
captures on his visits, and the simple, easy maintenance designs of a modern,
rural cemetery. But, it is close at hand, and contains a lot of friends and
acquaintances that I recall as I walk about. And it is perpetually maintained.
Donna has joined two other family members whom she loved very much. And all
the kids have to do when I'm gone is to add a date plate.
--
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