September 30, 2018, Prescott-
I stayed home, most of the day. Only a breakfast with fellow American Legionnaires and a trip to the laundromat, took me outside these four walls. It was a day of reflection, lots of reading of blog posts that were inspirational and a lot of thinking about what lies ahead.
I know that I will work for at least the rest of this academic year, though some have warned me that health is an issue. I am taking proactive steps, in that regard, because not being a nuisance to my family and friends is a top priority. Also, I am useful in my current post- and will provide continuity in the next academic year, if certain other personnel changes occur.
There will be changes in my family, also. Therefore, I need to maintain a flexibility, with regards to 2020, and beyond. I can’t say anything specific, just that my heart is delighted with news that I have received from some family members and solemnified, with the status of one of my in-laws.
Today would have been Penny’s 64th birthday. I got past the maudlin renditions of the Paul McCartney song, and pondered all that she still gives me, on a daily basis, in terms of insights and guidance. So, I keep her with me- the small cameo photo, that goes on road trips, the framed photos and small 3 x 5’s that are prominent in the living room and the wedding photo that remains in the bedroom. I keep her thoughts and her feelings about things we discussed, sometimes argued but never let get between us, for more than an hour or so. I keep her smile and her gentle singing voice. I keep her undying love.
This is love, and it’s beautiful.
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Thank you, dear Whinney.
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Quite beautiful … wonderful tribute to your dearest Penny. Peace and blessings to you
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Thank you so much. Peace and blessings to you, as well.
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She is still with you – and that is a wonderful and beautiful gift.
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It is the finest of gifts.
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Indeed a wonderful tribute to Penny. I believe she is very proud of you, dear Gary.
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I feel it, Patty.
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This is true, pure and eternal love.
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It is that, and thank you for your kind words.
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This is emotional. Deep love is eternal and that’s what you’ve got for her. Penny must be watching you and smiling from where she is. 🙂 My respect for you just soared. 🙂
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That means a lot to me, Stella. Thanks so much.
❤
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You’re welcome. 😍
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