Free Of Life's Burdens
Yesterday my family celebrated the life of my father and said farewell to him. It is hard to explain the emotions one goes through when you drape the veils over the body and seal their coffin. I realized at that moment, all visions of my father would become frozen to this moment as I gazed on his face looking so peaceful and free of the pains of cancer finally.
It is hard to comprehend what my mother must overcome now that he is gone. She is a pastor and has usually played the role of comforter, now she must lean on others to comfort her. I suspect that she will not know what to do with herself since she is no longer required to visit him. After 45 years, she now must cope with a void in her life.
Public speaking is not easy for many and I am comfortable with large audiences. Yesterday was the toughest performance I had to give. Being asked to sum up a parent's life in two minutes is challenging enough without allowing yourself to be overcome with emotions at the same time.
I have no idea how I will handle my grieving period; I must warn Rene and her oncologist that I will probably be hard to deal with pertaining to her treatment. I have already lost a parent, I will not lose a spouse.
1 comment:
Eugene,
We were very sorry to hear of your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with you.Take comfort that Rene is doing well and will overcome this terrible diease.With much Love, A&D
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