Slow Dancing in Heaven
I like to think there’s some dancing going on in heaven today.
the Pennsylvania hills of my father’s childhood
We buried my beautiful mother 32 years ago ~ and not a day goes by that I don’t think of her or feel that she’s with me.
Yesterday my father joined her in heaven. And not a day will go by that I won’t think of him, or cherish the remarkable goodness and brilliance that he was. His was a long life, lived well; the world was truly made a better place for his many blessings. We’ll miss him. A lot.
Dad, thank you, for everything. I hope you and Mom dance the night away.
♦
For anyone who’s ever lost someone dear, I offer comfort through this wonderful poem by Mary Elizabeth Frye.
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am in a thousand winds that blow,
I am the softly falling snow.
I am the gentle showers of rain,
I am the fields of ripening grain.
I am in the morning hush,
I am in the graceful rush
Of beautiful birds in circling flight,
I am the starshine of the night.
I am in the flowers that bloom,
I am in a quiet room.
I am in the birds that sing,
I am in each lovely thing.
Do not stand at my grave bereft
I am not there. I have not left.
– Mary Elizabeth Frye –
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August 7, 2012 at 4:30 pmJoni Nowak
June 10, 2012 at 2:37 pmJust seeing this Pat. I’ve been out of the country. It’s beautiful. My heart goes out to you. My dad passed away years ago. He was a mentor all of my life. He was strict, not overtly affectionate, strong and honorable. I spent a good part of my life imitating many of the things he did. My signature looks just like his. I miss him a lot.
I’m certain your dad was very proud of all you’ve accomplished, sure he thought of you as extremely talented, well written and very ‘soulful’.
Many of us think of you that way. Thinking of you today and wishing you peace, strength and happiness…………. :0)
saxtonstudio
June 12, 2012 at 8:09 amThanks so much for sharing your kind, compassionate thoughts. Sweet words, all appreciated!
dyer weed
June 5, 2012 at 9:22 pmAs always you express yourself with beauty and grace, both characteristics you inherited from your wonderful parents. You have led me to imagine my parents at one of the happiest moments of their lives, dancing the jitterbug at my sister Sheri’s wedding. It was a thrill to watch and you brought this moment to mind. Thanks, and my love to both you and Carolyn and of course the rest of your extended family. xoxo ddwIII
saxtonstudio
June 6, 2012 at 4:16 pmWhat a great surprise memory for you! I’m so glad to have been a prompt for that. Thanks for your love and kindness… always ~ xoxo!
Lucy
June 3, 2012 at 12:10 pmMy heart and prayers are with you. Sorry for your loss.
Lucy
saxtonstudio
June 5, 2012 at 10:44 amThank you, Lucy.
Rand
June 2, 2012 at 4:30 pmOffering others comfort in your own time of sorrow. Yep. That’s the Patricia we know. Sincere condolences. Give yourself a big hug for me. :o)
saxtonstudio
June 2, 2012 at 11:09 pmAw, thank you my friend.
elenacaravela
June 2, 2012 at 9:08 amA lovely post and tribute to both your parents.
saxtonstudio
June 2, 2012 at 11:13 pmI so appreciate your appreciation, Elena.
Tony Pfeiffer, The Joy of Learning Guy
June 2, 2012 at 8:56 amPat,
My condolences to you and the family. Thank you for sharing your loss. May the Father of compassion and God of all comforts care for you during this time.
Both your mother and father live in your heart and how you live each day. Thank God for them and for you!
saxtonstudio
June 2, 2012 at 11:14 pmBeautiful words, Tony. Thank you!
Stephanie M. Scotti
June 1, 2012 at 9:07 pmThank you Pat for sharing the love you have for both of your parents with all those who love and care about you. Your folks dancing the night away — what a beautiful and grace-filled reunion!
saxtonstudio
June 2, 2012 at 11:12 pmThank you Steff.