PEACE
In the early morning hours I had paddled out to the middle of the pond for my final good-bye to my best friend. I felt gratitude for our life shared as the loons sang in the background ushering Russ forward, the sun bursting above the tree line. Water has always helped me handle 'stuff' which is perhaps why Russ asked for some of his ashes to be scattered in water. During that same conversation he asked me to buy a pass to the Durango Hot Springs for my birthday (he knew he was dying and passed away just days before my birthday...), knowing I would need comfort and knowing water is where I find my calm. I ended today here on Drury Pond with a final toast to Russell. Down on the dock with a glass of wine, I spoke to the universe, toasting Russ for all his goodness, his care, his compassion, and his ever gentle voice of reason. I felt broken, but I also felt relief, as though I knew, that Russ knew, exactly what I needed in this moment. I trusted him, he always did know my heart. I pray the peace and tranquility of the water will allow me to open my heart with kindness and hope as I move forward.
PEACE
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Michelle James
8/18/2021 12:23:01 pm
I shed a tear as I red this beautiful memory of your sweet man.
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Linda Jernigan
8/19/2021 09:49:01 am
How very beautiful...What a tribute...May love carry on and carry us through.
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