Katie & my mom
Dear Mom,
It has been almost a year since daddy died and there are some things I wanted to tell you.
First of all, I know that you know, but daddy loved you very much. You two were a great example for me of what a loving marriage was like. I’m not saying you were perfect because no one is perfect, but I never doubted for a minute that the two of you loved each other and were committed to each other. You had disagreements, but you always worked them out. I’m sure that we kids were the source of many arguments, but you never let us know that.
Second, after he got very sick daddy was concerned about who would take care of you when he was gone. One day when we went to the doctor as you were getting a wheelchair for him he asked me if we would write your recipes for you big enough that you could read them. There were so many things that he did for you because he loved you and wanted to care for you.
People talk about our loved ones looking down from Heaven and seeing us, but I don’t really believe that because if they could see us they would not only see our happy moments, but also our sad and painful ones. Since the Bible tells us there are no tears or sadness in Heaven, then I don’t think it would be possible for them to look down, see us in pain and not cry for us. But, I do know that if he could see you he would be so proud of how you are doing on your own.
You are taking care of yourself physically by exercising and eating right. You are remaining active in church and your community activities. You are making use of technology to keep up with friends and family (even some you haven’t had contact with for years). You have found devices to help make life with macular degeneration easier. Your mind and your wit are as sharp as ever.
I know that you miss him terribly, how can you not miss someone with whom you spent nearly 55 years of your life? But, I want you to know that not only would he be proud of you, I am very proud of you. I love you very much!
Your youngest daughter,
Louise
