They are in a Better Place

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I did not appreciate the truth in that comment until the last couple of days.

On Monday as I entered Cheryl’s room at Bridgeway Pointe, I was stricken immediately with a deep grief. Simultaneously with that emotion I was immediately relieved that she was released from her struggle with Parkinson’s and the dementia she experienced in her last years here.

I wanted her to be alive and with me. But not merely alive, I wanted her to be healthy.

I really miss her today. Today we plan her church memorial service. Today I will want to ask her opinion about various things, music, readings. I will close my eyes and ask and listen to her thoughts.

Stay with me today, Cheryl. We can get through it.

Carpe the love Diem.

3 thoughts on “They are in a Better Place”

  2. I love the picture you posted of her. She did have a beautiful smile. May you always remember that and all of the good times and conversations you shared. When Parkinson’s took my husband, I found that woven in the grief of my loss was the gratitude for all 50-plus years of good times, shared experiences, and blessings. May you also find that to be true

    Jayne

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  3. Paul,                      Risa and I are so sorry for your loss – our loss. It meant so much to us to get together with you and Cheryl and talk about the family tree, and to listen to her reminiscences about growing up in St. Bernard and living with my grandparents. Our hearts go out to you and your family.

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