"Don't let us get sick, don't let us get old, don't let us get stupid alright, just make us be brave, and make us play nice, and let us be together tonight." One of Dad's favorite songs. Apparently played it every morning to warm up at church.
Our cousin Brian passed away today in a motocross accident, and our good friend Brittany also passed away. Dad knows and remembers both. So I apologize if I don't update this for a few days. I don't know perhaps it's the only thing that will get me through all of this. I couldn't sleep until I wrote all this down. Love you Dad, love you Bri, love you Brit.
Dad is progressing well but struggles still in speech. This truly frustrates Dad because language was what he excelled at. Though, I was surprised when he was able to read a few words on a card this evening. Apparently Scrabble, the game, trips him up. He'll get it sooner or later.
Dad looks forward to tomorrow when we he gets to go to the BCC ecumenical program. He kept asking me the time it starts. Can't wait for Dad to get out and about.
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I am so sorry for the loss of your cousins, Jamie. And keep on writing. I have been out of town for a week and just checked in. I've missed so much! Your writing is therapeutic for you, but it is also so helpful for all of us who know and care about your mom and dad. Pete and i have been suffering from very bad colds, and had hoped to visit this weekend. We'll wait another week, and it sounds like this will be best for your dad anyway. Hope tomorrow brings more healing for you all.
ReplyDeleteMy sincere sympathies to all of you in the loss of your cousin Brian and friend Brittany. Although death is part of life's journey, the loss is real and deeply felt. Especially when we dare to love. My thoughts and prayers are with all my Crowley family during this time. I love you all, Bette. PS: And three cheers for Jim and his tremendous steps towards recovery--I am totally amazed every day when I read your blog, Jamie.
ReplyDeleteOh Jamie Rae and our other dear cousins, I am so sorry about your recent losses. Knowing how loving and close you are to us as cousins, I can only imagine the greif you must be feeling. Jim's progress is wonderful, however I am doubly sorry he understands what has happened. We continue to lift all of you up in our prayers. Marsha
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