Today I said goodbye to a great man. I still can't believe he isn't here and I definitely have regrets for allowing past mistakes interfere with family. It is most definitely an eye opener. I do not want to have regrets and looking at the pictures of a very fulfilling life, solidifies that me becoming who I really am and saying what I want for me and my kids was the right decision.I had a difficult time going into the room, but it gave me an opportunity to hear all the stories and to listen to all the stories from his work which for as long as I can remember growing up, he was retired from... Made me think even more that I need to be in a job that I would be happy in. One that is challenging, but rewarding. I need to take that step and find something sooner rather than later. I need to be happy.
The surprise that my brother was heading there at the same time was really nice, I was only alone for about a half hour... (That's when I listened to everyone talking-from a distance) then getting the confirmation from him, this was NOT where my mom's wake was... Was an awesome feeling. I still do not like walking in to funeral homes, and the overwhelming aroma of cut flowers still brought me back to it, I survived, and I am glad I was able to go say goodbye to a man I used to wish was my "pop"... Rest in peace Uncle Ralph, may each day and night those that miss and love someone in Heaven remember.... They are with us, always. Amen
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