"The guilt of not being there at the end weighed on her more than anything else in her life ever had." We don't understand the importance of being with our parents while there is still time. Even the best of daughters, the most present of sons, feel regret when parents die. It seems there is so much to remember, so much left unsaid, so much to atone for. Nice work, Justin Deming
This one brought tears to my eyes, Justin. But in a good way! Beautifully written and reassuring. I know for certain that our loved ones who have passed are still with us, just in a different way.
I'm a few days late to this story. Glad the "good Samaritan" created a safe space for Marla to reconnect with her mom, one final time, on the runway...a nice symbol for new journeys.
That closing line is great. A beautifully crafted story!
That in-between space is such an evocative way to describe the rocky teetering between life and death.
Tend those fires, Justin! See you Friday.
What a lovely way to start my morning.
"The guilt of not being there at the end weighed on her more than anything else in her life ever had." We don't understand the importance of being with our parents while there is still time. Even the best of daughters, the most present of sons, feel regret when parents die. It seems there is so much to remember, so much left unsaid, so much to atone for. Nice work, Justin Deming
I loved this story, Justin! Sometimes we need those angels in our lives, like the old woman.
This one brought tears to my eyes, Justin. But in a good way! Beautifully written and reassuring. I know for certain that our loved ones who have passed are still with us, just in a different way.
I'm a few days late to this story. Glad the "good Samaritan" created a safe space for Marla to reconnect with her mom, one final time, on the runway...a nice symbol for new journeys.