Tribute For Sister Joan : I could spend far to much time waxing sentimental about the 62 years, to the day, Ive known my sister Joan. But Id rather focus on the later end of this lifes journey. So many family gatherings, So quickly they pass. The Humor stands solid in my memory. I dont believe she approved of many of my lifestyle choices. truth is, if she had I would have thought she was nuts! And yet, she and I would visit, on countless trips from California, diffuse the dramas, sort out the problems of the family and sometimes the world, and once again, find something humorous in it all. Laughter and tears are a great gift. They really are this worlds natural healers. I had no idea just how special last Christmas would be. The family gathering at Niece Susies home. Her kitchen, echoing with uncontrolable laughter, all because sister Joan began holding court at the table and her wise ass little brother kept edging her on. I can still hear here saying Jimmie...shut up!, as she later laid her head on the table laughing with tears in her eyes. its as if they had decided everyone in the room needed to remove the mask we all sometimes wear, the personas that often prevent the flow of love, the ties that bind. These moments are gifts. Blessings. Jennifer called me the morning of my birthday, after a bit of a wild night. She wished me happy birthday, then gave me the real reason for her call. Auntie Joan passed away this morning. I remember saying, Joan...wait till I see you again...What timing! Jen and I cried together and couldnt help but giggle...Just a little. Sometime today, near the shores of Catalina island on the Pacific ocean, I will wait for sunset, I will toast you, I will salute you and I will send up a prayer, to our Jesus whose concept and love was deeper in your heart than you or I had known. I guess all it took was a little laughter a few tears. That made last Christmas more meaningful than any I had known, in a long time. Goodbye my beautiful sister... just wait till I see you again...What timing! What beautiful timing.
Posted on: Fri, 18 Oct 2013 07:23:30 +0000
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