This quote by Richard L. Evans: "It is difficult for those who are young to understand the loneliness that comes when life changes from a time of preparation and performance to a time of putting things away...to be so long the center of a home, so much sought after, and then, almost suddenly to be on the sidelines watching the procession pass by--this is living into loneliness...We have to live a long time to learn how empty a room can be that is filled only with furniture. It takes someone...beyond mere hired service, beyond institutional care or professional duty, to thaw out the memories of the past and keep them warmly living in the present...We cannot bring them back the morning hours of youth. But we can help them live in the warm glow of a sunset made more beautiful by our thoughtfulness...and unfeigned love."
Tribute to a woman who NEVER complains about living alone and has been a great example to me of service and making the best of any situation. Thanks mom!
Sincerely, Bev

2 comments:
I know Mother's Day is not until May 9TH!!! Thank you for telling me. No I am not crazy.....yet!!! bev
I love this tribute to mom. Thank you Bev. What a profound thought! Mom really IS amazing! I admire her too! barb
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