I watched a spectacular sunset show last night from about 4:45-5:05 pm through my bedroom window. The show was an unusually long and wonderful experience. For some reason I felt no need to grab my camera but just wanted to experience the beauty of its gift. About fifteen minutes later, while I was journaling about the sunset, I received a message from my sister that dad had died peacefully about 5 pm. I cried, have continued to cry and expect to cry more! It’s all part of the grieving process. An hour or so later I awakened to the realization that the sunset we were experiencing was happening about the same time as dad was saying goodbye to Colorado or Colorado was saying goodbye to dad. And then this morning’s sunrise was just as spectacular, which I received as a message that they are both still present in our lives. Today I have been going through old photos to put in a small book to give to all the grandkids, which we did when mom died. So, I have been deep in memories today as I go through photos. I found it healing for me.
14 Comments
Joan Heiman
What a perfectly beautiful farewell … from your dad … to your dad.
Much peace, Monte.
With love.
Monte Stevens
I like that, Joan and thank you.
bill sortino
Beautiful Thoughts.
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Bill!!!
Alexander S. Kunz
Nature has its way to send us messages that help us find peace. My deepest condolences, Monte.
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Alex, and yes nature converses with us all the time.
Earl
Through the daily process of our living, we honor our parents who have passed. My father passed away thirty-six years ago, but he continues to visit my memories and thoughts regularly. Condolences.
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Earl. As long as we stay in the moment we can sense and experience their presence.
Ruth A Calkin
My thoughts are with you, Monte. You truly loved your parents and you Dad’s gift of wood carving was nothing short of amazing. The love between you and your Dad will never end not will the connection. Grieve and remember him always.
Monte Stevens
Thank you, Ruth. I hope is all well with you two.
Mark
So very sorry Monte, deepest condolences to you and your family.
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Mark! We will have a graveside service next week on the 19th.
Joe
Our condolences, Monte. A long life well lived.
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Joe. He had a major impact on more people than we know. A simple and reserved man.