There is no joy without sorrow. it is in fact the pain and the suffering that allows us to experience and appreciate the joy.
The Book of Joy
The Book of Joy
I need to pause my joy for today and lean into my sadness. My sister-in-law's husband died this morning after a long and difficult illness. Alyson and Steve were high school sweethearts. Although they married other people first...they eventually found each other again and had many happy years together. They were each other's best friend.
One of my favorite stories is they had a book club. Just the two of them. They would listen to books on tape together and then discuss.
In their last home....Alyson set up a theater room so they could go to the movies. Just the two of them.
The only way to not grieve loss...is not to love. That wasn't an option for Alyson. And likely that is not an option for any of us either.
Hug someone you love today.
Hug someone I love: done. Thank you for this bittersweet post, MaryAnn. Holding Alyson in my heart.
ReplyDeleteThank you Dotty! Bittersweet indeed.
DeleteOh, MaryAnn - I send my deep condolences to all your family. Your description of their love is so beautiful. As the Quakers say, I am holding all of you in the Light. ♥️
ReplyDeleteThank you Roseanne. Love the notion of holding us in the Light! Alyson needs the Light! It's been a long road for her.
DeleteMy deepest condolences to Alyson and your whole family. It sounds as if they made lots of good memories together - hoping those bring her much comfort ❤️
ReplyDeleteThank you Lori! With some time....the memories will be comforting. Thank you for your kind words.
DeleteAlyson and Steve sound like a wonderful couple, MaryAnn. I'm so sorry for this loss for your family. Sending hugs. 💕 Judy
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Judy. They were good together...and now Alyson will have to find her way. Again.
DeleteI am so sorry for your family's loss. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Ellen.
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