Saturday, July 28, 2012
In Memoriam
With you a part of me hath passed away;
For in the peopled forest of my mind
A tree made leafless by this wintry wind
Shall never don again its green array.
Chapel and fireside, country road and bay,
Have something of their friendliness resigned;
Another, if I would, I could not find,
And I am grown much older in a day.
But yet I treasure in my memory
Your gift of charity, and young hearts ease,
And the dear honour of your amity;
For these once mine, my life is rich with these.
And I scarce know which part may greater be,–
What I keep of you, or you rob from me.
–George Santayana
July 28th, 2012 at 2:08 pm
As noted elsewhere, I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family stay in my thoughts and prayers.
((hugs))
July 28th, 2012 at 3:56 pm
So sorry, Michelle.
July 28th, 2012 at 4:32 pm
I’m sorry Michelle; I was holding out hope for the best.
I hope you’re okay.
July 28th, 2012 at 7:24 pm
Love and hugs.
July 28th, 2012 at 9:54 pm
That was lovely, Michelle, and brought tears to my eyes. Much love to you all as you deal with this horrible loss.
July 29th, 2012 at 4:58 pm
Even though I am very far away, you are close to my heart and in my prayers.
July 31st, 2012 at 12:00 am
Love and support to you and your family, Michelle. *hugs*
July 31st, 2012 at 11:38 am
This is beautiful; fun and loving photos. I’m sorry for your loss.
July 31st, 2012 at 9:33 pm
Thank you. It’s hard. It’s really hard. But your kindnesses have helped.