Ok, making some space for myself, the family and some dear friends. So minimal writing, and organizing my thoughts on paper (computer). Just to sum up things:
some loose remarks, or thoughts.
Went to see my mother inlaw yesterday. It is difficult to see that someone is so changed, and damaged by the disease. In less than 3 months the disease has won. Quiet moments, just feeling each other's presence. Brief short talks, because it takes up too much energy. But both of us knowing, that we are ok, and that we have no unresolved things between us. Have let her know, that I will be there for her, when she wants me there. Between all the family and her children....we will all be there for her, and for father inlaw. A few details that she has asked me to look after, and I will. It will be an honour to carry out those last wishes.
Today I went shopping for farewell gifts for my friends who are moving to the States, next week. A windmill charm for one, because Holland was her home. A dog charm for the other, because she gave us her dog, to adopt and love. And a ladybug necklace for the little one. Because she LOVES ladybugs....and carries them around with her, whenever she finds one. Another farewell, but one with a definite date. Next week Sunday will be difficult for all of us.
Tomorrow I hope to work further on physically getting Christmas set up in the home. Tree is going into the shed tonight, to acclimatize, and will drag down the boxes with lights, and baubles, and decorations.
Waiting for a friend to come by for tea, and cake. A great way to spend a few hours on a Saturday afternoon. The sun is shining, and housework is done.
Saw a rainbow this afternoon, which made my heart sing.
In times like this, every rainbow counts double....one for the shear beauty of nature, and also for the symbolic promise of hope....
Wishing everyone a rainbow this weekend.
some loose remarks, or thoughts.
Went to see my mother inlaw yesterday. It is difficult to see that someone is so changed, and damaged by the disease. In less than 3 months the disease has won. Quiet moments, just feeling each other's presence. Brief short talks, because it takes up too much energy. But both of us knowing, that we are ok, and that we have no unresolved things between us. Have let her know, that I will be there for her, when she wants me there. Between all the family and her children....we will all be there for her, and for father inlaw. A few details that she has asked me to look after, and I will. It will be an honour to carry out those last wishes.
Today I went shopping for farewell gifts for my friends who are moving to the States, next week. A windmill charm for one, because Holland was her home. A dog charm for the other, because she gave us her dog, to adopt and love. And a ladybug necklace for the little one. Because she LOVES ladybugs....and carries them around with her, whenever she finds one. Another farewell, but one with a definite date. Next week Sunday will be difficult for all of us.
Tomorrow I hope to work further on physically getting Christmas set up in the home. Tree is going into the shed tonight, to acclimatize, and will drag down the boxes with lights, and baubles, and decorations.
Waiting for a friend to come by for tea, and cake. A great way to spend a few hours on a Saturday afternoon. The sun is shining, and housework is done.
Saw a rainbow this afternoon, which made my heart sing.
In times like this, every rainbow counts double....one for the shear beauty of nature, and also for the symbolic promise of hope....
Wishing everyone a rainbow this weekend.
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