At Dusk

At dusk we went back to our sacred place of loss and released memorial lanterns into the sunset. As difficult as it was to go back to that house, it was necessary for our families closure. Sadly it's probably the only closure we will get. Sometimes in life when you seem to be just spinning your wheels, you have to first stop and back up to go forward. That's what we did with Mom tonight, we took a step back, let her touch the walls, walk across the floors and smell the smells of his house. It was something she had to do and as difficult as it was we were there to support her and help her through it as a family. It was important for us to go outside on his deck and listen to the birds, walk amongst the cattails, and watch the dragonflies dance in the wind for awhile. It was so peaceful and serene out there, I can see why he loved to call it home. Now maybe a day at a time we can start moving forward.This day was heartbreakingly beautiful and will forever hold a very special place in my heart. Bill, I'll

continue to love you with my whole heart for my whole life. God really took away my favorite person on this planet and has turned him into the biggest lesson. The master gardener prunes his roses. 🖤