Circle

Busy day today for both of us....I taught three lessons and ran a couple of errands. After the lessons I went in to work for a while because one of the residents passed away and K was administering a "Circle" in honor of the passing. She gracefully read a wonderful piece to the group and then presented everyone with an opportunity to speak about their experience with the person. She had candles burning, seated us all close together, and set the mood for the experience. It was quite touching. K was wonderful; compassionate, gentle, insightful, and warm. I'm really proud of her and the work she does every day. Very few people get the chance to make a difference in the lives of others and she does it on a daily basis.

Wakes, circles, funerals...they truly are for the living. As I sat there tonight listening to a family talk about their loved one who had just passed I was reminded of how precious life is and it's fragility. I know that any day, at any time, the world one thinks they know can be turned upside down in an instant. I love what my life has become and I am happy. Should my world turn upside down I will always cherish these past few months with K. I love her dearly and am thankful for every moment we spend together. - A