For J....
As William Feather has said, "[The way] to get the most out of life is to look upon it as an adventure." Something you have done in spades, my friend!!! Sarongs. Travels. Melanoma trials, misfires, and misfortunes. Yet, you have never bemoaned your fate, nor allowed pain and misery to change your sweet, funny, loving disposition. I love your new opportunities for adventure. Just keep the speed demon under control!!! Enjoy!
For J....
Dad gum, girl!!! You must have a thing about your right side and shoulder!! So sorry for the recent accident and the pain and trouble it has caused you. You have endured so much! Surgery, radiation (coming to work right after!!!!), eye injections!! Our talks and your example have provided guidance and encouragement as clearly as a light removing shadows from my path. Like Agatha, you have shared a similar spirit: "I have sometimes been wildly, despairingly, acutely miserable, but through it all I still know quite certainly that just to be alive is a grand thing." She may have written it, but you have lived it. Someday, I will grow up to be as brave and strong as you. Thanks for sharing your strength with me. Now!! Get better!!!!
For J....
I know that for you, this is a day of sorrow and loss that I cannot fully appreciate. It seems that Rilke thought of you when he shared...."There are no classes in life for beginners; right away you are always asked to deal with what is most difficult." And so you do...beautifully, lovingly, and well. Photos, especially those taken by those who love us, really do offer a window into the soul. I have seen photos taken by you, of your love, that clearly say.... "I am loved. I am happy. This woman knows my heart and it is good." You did that. And so much more. For so many. Even me. May your heart continue to heal and your memories become sweeter with every passing day.
Much love to you all. I hold you in my heart. Thanks for sharing you with me. - Celeste
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| Friends open the door to my heart. |
One J said: "I am the blessed one in this special relationship. You could cheer up a man who just received the death penalty. You are always looking forward, never back. Joyful and grateful for where God has planted you. Putting others first. I'm the grateful one for having you in my life to offer hope and courage to face anything. I love you Celeste!"
ReplyDeleteAnother J said: "Your post is very touching. I’m doing what I can to keep her under control, but it isn’t easy!"
And I say...It takes us all, pulling for each other, laughing when we can, crying when we need...to live each day and KNOW....it is good. Love my J's and ALL of you!!!