I'm so sorry to hear this news. I know you will miss him dearly. Hugs my friend.
What a peaceful, beautiful, and meaning-filled place for Shrek to rest. Thank you so much for sharing such a special memory, PF.
I have no idea how I missed this tribute to your husband..
Having experienced the loss of my first wife 25 years ago, I have a small understanding of your pain..
Please remain strong.. He lives on through your memories of being a couple..
Ross
That will be a beautiful tribute to him, PF.
[FONT="]After I picked up my wife's ashes. I drove out to Oxnard, where we went for most of the 29 anniversaries we celebrated, and rented a kayak. The people there were very helpful getting the two of us launched, and I paddled out to the marina entrance. It took about a half hour of paddling until I could get clear of the breakwater and out into the open sea. The conditions were not too bad, only a one to two foot swell, which made things easier for me.[/FONT]
[FONT="] I opened the bag with her ashes, and slowly poured them into the sea. I said a few prayers for her, and watched as the ashes dispersed into the water. I sat there for a while, reminiscing over the 30 years we spent together, and slowly paddled back to the landing.[/FONT]
[FONT="]After changing into dry clothes, I went upstairs to the restaurant we always ate at when we came here. I felt a small pang of remembrance and guilt, as this was the first time in a while that I had no one to help up the stairs.[/FONT]
Very cool, PF, about the ashes and guitar.
I hope you know that you are in mine, and I would imagine so many of our daily thoughts. Maybe just in a passing way, but in a warm, caring esteem. It's because of your love for Shrek, and the way you are sharing this. It's is quite remarkable.
More warm thoughts and virtual hugs for you [emoji813]Bucky, I consider DC as much a part of my real life and all of you are my friends/family. I'm just glad I am not annoying folks with my journey through this loss. I need this outlet for my thoughts, feelings and appreciate the love and care I am getting from my DC Family.
And many of us feel the same way about you, "sis". You've told us much about Shrek over the years. It only makes sense to share your feelings when times get tough.Bucky, I consider DC as much a part of my real life and all of you are my friends/family. I'm just glad I am not annoying folks with my journey through this loss. I need this outlet for my thoughts, feelings and appreciate the love and care I am getting from my DC Family.
. Everyone tells me I am being strong, when I feel I am falling to pieces. Life may go on, but right now mine is just that little bit crippled.
It's hard getting up the energy to get up and do something when it's just me (and the cats). I had a decent weekend with my Brothers in Law on Saturday afternoon and my Sisters last night. I drove back home from Laramie today, it was a rough drive.
I appreciate your words of encouragement.