How do you fill the aching hole in your heart when someone you love is no longer there? My dear Aunt Phyllis passed away in her sleep, just as the doctors said she would. She had a fall at home, and what they found when they got her to hospital, was that she probably had 1 – 3 months to live. She was 74.
Who’s going to make me biscuits and gravy when I go back to the US? Who’s going to introduce me to such wonderful and strange foods like Chicken Fried Steak, and Fried Cornmeal Mush with Ham?
It never occurred to me that it would end like this. In the back of my mind I always thought that one day I would be showing her the sights of Perth and taking her to our famous Kings Park and doing the tree-top walk. This picture is of the newest rose in my rose garden, the Oklahoma. She will be buried in Oklahoma today.
I am reminded of a verse in the bible: (NIV) Ecclesiastes 3: 1,2. There is a time for everything and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be born and a time to die…
Our sadness will soon be replaced with Joy. We have a new grandchild due to be born any day now, and plans are in full swing. The nursery is ready, the pram scrubbed clean, the soft toys all washed, the baby car seat in their car ready. Grandma and Grandad (us) are on standby to look after the other children.
Thank you Lord, that there is a time to mourn and a time to be glad. And thank you for the people who crisscross our lives.
DJ
(c) DJ Stutley 2013
Oh DJ, I am so sorry to hear your Aunt passed away. A death always invokes so many memories for us — and at times, regrets. Some regrets are the sort we’d rather not have, or they can be good ones like yours — “Who’s going to make me biscuits and gravy when I go back to the US?” Praying for you and your Aunt’s family dear friend xx
Thank you, Lyn. She was a very special lady and will be missed by many.
When one door is shut a window opens. Sorry to hear about your aunt but what joy in the news of your grandchild!
We have a new little grand daughter named Kiah. Born on Australia Day :)
I think you should rename this beautiful rose that grows in your garden the Aunt Phyllis rose. I am sure you will find the joy in having such wonderful memories of her soon. Perhaps, you should learn to make biscuits and gravy just like your Aunt Phyllis made, so you can pass the memory onto your new grandchild one day. By extending memories like this, It’s a good way of keeping people we love around always. You Matter! Smiles, Nancy
Thank you Nancy. Two years ago she copied her recipe file and gave it to me. So I have all her favourite recipes. I’ve never opened it till now, and I’m sure I will be making things that bring back memories of her. :)
Hey DJ. What a beautiful rose and so aptly named for this particular occasion. It’s hard losing someone who’s been such a big part of your life. Remember the good times. You’ll have to start a new tradition when you go back to US and talk about all the good times with your Auntie and Uncle too. The new addition will give you lots of reasons for joy I’m sure. Welcome to your new Aussie battler. All the best to the family. :)
Thanks, Sue. Your Blue Moon is looking so good, with a stack of new buds. Yes, We’re already talking new traditions. My Aunt will be a constant reminder at our table during ThanksGiving and Christmas because of what she has provided in the line of table decorations etc.
And our new little one is just gorgeous. xx
Those verses are such a comfort aren’;t they.? Sad for you but not for your aunt, and congratulations on the new baby. What a joy…