Almost there

Today was another long day and not because I really did anything but because even happy social events take their toll on your energy and those, which are a bit more stressful, are draining. It was a mild sunny afternoon and much better than the weather forecast for tomorrow’s service which meant that folks with mobility problems were able to get out easily. When you’ve lived to be almost 94 you’ve outlived most of your friends and Mom didn’t have any enemies so that left neighbours, family and a few seniors. Lovely to hear the stories of this warm, kind woman and what she had meant to others to bring a bit of closure. I took out some photos and the family scrapbook, which was a nice conversation piece. I was touched to find a bouquet from former workmates waiting when we arrived – that was the closest threatening of tears for the whole afternoon – how thoughtful.

After beating it into town, returning the loaner car to the dealership, depositing the bank draft for tuition and then off to pick up a friend’s son who had arrived on the shuttle. This little guy had spent time with daughter #1 at her grandparents and she had done the same with him so they’ve both made an effort to attend grandparent farewell services, it was a lovely gesture. Lots of lovely cards today as well, so many thoughtful people.

Now, we’ve crashed as three out of four of us are sick with colds and are conserving our strength for tomorrow. The cleaning lady has left a message about arriving in the morning so that will make the place presentable should folks drop in. How come Friday is looming up so quickly this week?